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R10 003+ Cheap flights to Illinois

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Sep 13 — Sep 201
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Illinois in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Illinois. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 14 August 2026.

Sat 5/922:50 -
2 stops40h 25m
Thu 24/910:15 -
1 stop26h 55m
Deal found 14/8R15 652
Wed 9/98:20 -
2 stops30h 55m
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1 stop20h 15m
Deal found 14/8R15 668
Thu 3/922:50 -
2 stops40h 25m
Sun 20/910:15 -
1 stop20h 15m
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Tue 27/1018:50 -
1 stop23h 10m
Wed 25/1111:45 -
1 stop39h 15m
Deal found 11/8R15 830
Wed 23/920:15 -
2 stops33h 17m
Wed 30/915:40 -
1 stop21h 00m
Deal found 11/8R16 138
Tue 6/1020:15 -
2 stops33h 18m
Mon 12/1010:59 -
1 stop25h 41m
Deal found 10/8R16 316
Mon 31/89:45 -
1 stop36h 55m
Tue 22/920:25 -
1 stop28h 55m
Deal found 12/8R16 526
Mon 21/99:45 -
1 stop36h 55m
Thu 29/1014:10 -
1 stop35h 10m
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Mon 2/1121:40 -
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Thu 26/116:00 -
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Mon 2/1121:40 -
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Thu 26/1112:00 -
2 stops36h 20m
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1 stop24h 00m
Wed 25/1121:50 -
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Deal found 11/8R17 222
Thu 3/923:15 -
1 stop22h 00m
Tue 29/916:15 -
1 stop22h 05m
Deal found 14/8R17 271

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Browse one-way and return flights deals to Illinois on Cheapflights. Flight deals are based on user searches and were last updated on 14 August 2026
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Find the latest flights to Illinois in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 14 August 2026.

Return from

R15 636

One-way from

R10 003

Popular in

January

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February

Average price

R18 517
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 17/9-21/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 67h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 30/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R1 022 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R440 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Return

Price

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

20:15-22:32

2 stops33h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 30/9

15:40-19:40

1 stop21h 00m

R16 138

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

15:05-9:13

2 stops25h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 23/9

8:40-18:30

2 stops26h 50m

R17 481

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

15:05-9:13

2 stops25h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 29/10

8:50-18:35

2 stops26h 45m

R17 513

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

10:25-9:13

2 stops29h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 30/9

9:00-18:30

1 stop26h 30m

R17 562

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 17/9

9:45-15:40

1 stop36h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 21/9

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R17 627

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 26/9

10:44-19:40

1 stop25h 56m

R17 853

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MDW Chicago Midway

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

23:15-18:19

2 stops26h 04m

Chicago Midway

Thu 24/9

13:00-19:40

1 stop23h 40m

R17 950

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

23:15-14:30

1 stop22h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 21/9

5:30-19:40

1 stop31h 10m

R18 112

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

18:00-9:40

1 stop22h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 30/10

21:15-22:25

1 stop42h 10m

R18 711

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

22:00-16:52

2 stops25h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

11:45-18:35

1 stop22h 50m

R18 808

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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 23 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 R13 327
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R12 864
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R16 493
KLM
KLM
From R15 828

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Illinois?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Illinois are Etihad Airways, United Airlines and Turkish Airlines.

Rainfall in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average temperature totals 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 66 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Illinois. Reviews last updated 14 August 2026.
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
1 559 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 559 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 739 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 474 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 112 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 505 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 559 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

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, Ethiopian Air 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 R945, while return flights cost around R2 430.

  • How much is a return flight to Illinois?

    A return flight to Illinois will typically cost around R2 430, however they can be found for as little as R2 430.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Illinois depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Illinois, Cape Town Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (22 hours 16 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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