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, Etihad Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Illinois.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Illinois?

Chicago Midway is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Illinois. One-way flights to Chicago Midway typically cost R1 434, while return flights cost around R4 258.

How much is a return flight to Illinois?

A return flight to Illinois will typically cost around R10 428, however they can be found for as little as R4 258.

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 (20 hours 31 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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Sat 13/1223:59JNB - ORD

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1 stop18h 42mUnited Airlines

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Wed 31/1214:37ORD - JNB

1 stop19h 58mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/12R18 410

Sat 13/1223:59JNB - ORD

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1 stop21h 40mDelta

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Sat 13/1223:59JNB - ORD

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1 stop18h 42mUnited Airlines

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Sat 13/1219:45JNB - ORD

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1 stop29h 00mDelta

Deal found 7/12R22 318

Sun 14/1219:20JNB - MDW

2 stops29h 14mDelta

Wed 31/129:29MDW - JNB

2 stops28h 36mDelta

Deal found 7/12R22 471

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Tue 24/319:10JNB - ORD

1 stop31h 15mTurkish Airlines

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1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines

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Tue 24/314:30JNB - ORD

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1 stop40h 15mMultiple Airlines

Wed 15/48:40ORD - JNB

2 stops39h 00mMultiple Airlines

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Thu 22/120:15JNB - ORD

2 stops31h 25mAir Canada

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2 stops33h 35mAir Canada

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Wed 15/417:10ORD - JNB

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Thu 22/121:30JNB - MDW

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Tue 24/322:00JNB - MDW

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1 stop26h 25mVirgin Atlantic

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Wed 21/121:55JNB - MDW

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3 stops34h 28mAir Canada

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3 stops38h 25mAir Canada

Deal found 7/12R70 339

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Deal found 7/12R22 471

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Return from	R14 586
One-way from	R11 388
Popular in	January
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R20 169

Turkish Airlines
24/3-15/4
2 total stops
63h 00m total
Johannesburg to Chicago

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Etihad Airways
21/1
2 total stops
41h 46m total
Johannesburg to Illinois

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

19:10-19:25

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/4

19:50-10:35

1 stop31h 45m

R14 586

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

19:10-10:05

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/3

21:20-10:50

1 stop30h 30m

R15 567

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

14:30-8:40

2 stops25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R16 328

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

10:10-19:25

1 stop40h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/4

8:40-6:40

2 stops39h 00m

R16 430

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

14:30-7:40

2 stops25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/3

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R16 531

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

20:15-19:40

2 stops31h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/2

15:55-9:30

2 stops33h 35m

R16 751

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

19:35-18:55

2 stops30h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/4

17:10-7:00

2 stops30h 50m

R16 768

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

19:35-14:00

2 stops26h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/3

16:19-7:35

2 stops32h 16m

R16 785

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

21:30-18:36

2 stops29h 06m

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/2

13:31-8:35

2 stops35h 04m

R16 971

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

22:00-18:40

2 stops27h 40m

Chicago Midway

Wed 15/4

9:20-19:40

2 stops27h 20m

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How long is the flight to Illinois?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Illinois takes 26 hours 46 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Illinois?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Illinois should consider flying on Tuesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Monday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Illinois?

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

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Illinois?

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

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Read through reviews of airlines serving the United States, such as KLM, Etihad Airways, andUnited Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

KLM

7,7

Good

1 431 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

KLM

7,7

Good

1 431 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 431 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Etihad Airways

7,4

Good

1 330 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 431 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

United Airlines

7,4

Good

9 076 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 431 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

4 086 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 431 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

British Airways

6,7

Okay

7 564 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 431 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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, Etihad Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Illinois.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Illinois?
Chicago Midway is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Illinois. One-way flights to Chicago Midway typically cost R1 434, while return flights cost around R4 258.
How much is a return flight to Illinois?
A return flight to Illinois will typically cost around R10 428, however they can be found for as little as R4 258.
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 (20 hours 31 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

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FAQs about flying to Illinois

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What is the best airline to fly to Illinois?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Illinois?

How much is a return flight to Illinois?

Where does the fastest flight to Illinois depart from?

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