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R10 102+ Cheap flights to Illinois

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Dec 5 — Dec 121
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Illinois in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Illinois

Fri 20/110:20 -
1 stop41h 40m
Sat 5/1211:45 -
1 stop26h 40m
Deal found 4/11R15 441
Sun 15/1118:50 -
1 stop23h 10m
Sat 28/1111:45 -
1 stop26h 40m
Deal found 2/11R16 068
Sun 22/110:20 -
1 stop26h 00m
Mon 7/1220:15 -
1 stop42h 10m
Deal found 4/11R16 611
Sun 15/1119:40 -
1 stop28h 35m
Sat 28/1114:44 -
2 stops23h 16m
Deal found 2/11R17 699
Sun 15/1123:59 -
2 stops26h 45m
Sat 28/1114:44 -
2 stops23h 16m
Deal found 2/11R17 798
Sat 21/1119:40 -
1 stop28h 35m
Sat 5/1211:14 -
2 stops26h 46m
Deal found 4/11R17 831
Mon 23/1123:59 -
2 stops28h 50m
Mon 7/1216:25 -
1 stop21h 35m
Deal found 4/11R17 880
Sat 21/1121:40 -
2 stops31h 09m
Sat 5/1210:36 -
1 stop24h 34m
Deal found 4/11R17 913
Mon 23/1115:05 -
2 stops26h 40m
Mon 7/127:00 -
2 stops27h 35m
Deal found 4/11R18 111
Sat 21/1123:59 -
1 stop22h 26m
Sat 5/1214:41 -
2 stops23h 19m
Deal found 3/11R18 210
Sat 21/1123:59 -
2 stops30h 55m
Sat 5/1216:08 -
1 stop19h 02m
Deal found 3/11R18 507
Thu 17/1215:05 -
2 stops33h 11m
Thu 24/1215:30 -
1 stop19h 40m
Deal found 2/11R18 787

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R15 408

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R10 102

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January

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November

Average price

R16 364
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 15/11-28/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 22/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 41h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/4

9:45-8:35

1 stop29h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 656

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/11

18:50-10:00

1 stop23h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 28/11

11:45-22:25

1 stop26h 40m

R16 068

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MDW Chicago Midway

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/2

21:40-22:45

2 stops33h 05m

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/8

10:35-19:40

1 stop26h 05m

R16 776

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MDW Chicago Midway

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/2

21:20-16:36

1 stop27h 16m

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/8

13:05-19:40

1 stop23h 35m

R17 304

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MDW Chicago Midway

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/2

21:20-18:03

2 stops28h 43m

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/8

13:00-19:40

2 stops23h 40m

R17 369

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/1

0:20-10:00

1 stop41h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 31/1

20:15-11:00

1 stop30h 45m

R17 435

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/11

23:59-18:44

2 stops26h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 28/11

14:44-22:00

2 stops23h 16m

R17 798

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

21:40-20:49

2 stops31h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/12

10:36-19:10

1 stop24h 34m

R17 913

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

23:59-14:25

1 stop22h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/12

6:49-19:10

1 stop28h 21m

R18 408

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/1

23:55-14:25

1 stop22h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 27/1

16:25-22:00

1 stop21h 35m

R18 424

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Illinois

How long is the flight to Illinois?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Illinois takes 25 hours 31 minutes. Flights to Illinois from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Illinois?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Illinois are Etihad Airways, United Airlines and Qatar Airways.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From R15 004
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R16 792
KLM
KLM
From R16 322
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R14 188

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Illinois?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Illinois are Virgin Atlantic, Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air.

Rainfall in Illinois by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

Temperature in Illinois by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Illinois?

The price you pay for your flight to Illinois may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Read through reviews of airlines serving the United States, such as KLM,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 596 reviews
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Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 596 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 596 reviews
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Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 712 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 596 reviews
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Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 472 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 596 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 556 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 596 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
United Airlines
7,3
Good
10 462 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 596 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

FAQs about flying to Illinois

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Illinois if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Illinois on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Illinois?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, KLM is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Illinois.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Illinois?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Illinois. One-way flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl typically cost R1 063, while return flights cost around R6 305.

  • How much is a return flight to Illinois?

    A return flight to Illinois will typically cost around R6 305, however they can be found for as little as R6 305.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Illinois depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Illinois, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (23 hours 10 minutes).

  • Does Chicago O'Hare Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Chicago O'Hare Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Chicago O'Hare Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport is the closest property to Chicago O'Hare Intl (0,0 km away from Chicago O'Hare Intl).

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