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R10 102+ Cheap flights to Illinois

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Aug 16 — Aug 231
1 adult
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 17 July 2026.

Thu 1/1022:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops23h 26m
United Airlines
Tue 13/1012:55
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops22h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/7R16 406
Fri 16/1018:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 30/1021:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop42h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 14/7R16 750
Mon 3/89:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 24/814:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/7R16 766
Tue 4/821:15
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 26/818:05
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7R16 848
Thu 1/1021:55
JNB
-
MDW
1 stop31h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 13/1013:00
MDW
-
JNB
1 stop23h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 15/7R16 947
Thu 1/1021:55
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops27h 38m
Delta
Tue 13/1013:28
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops23h 12m
Delta
Deal found 15/7R16 963
Mon 3/823:15
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 00m
KLM
Mon 24/816:50
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 30m
KLM
Deal found 15/7R17 176
Mon 7/918:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/316:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7R17 192
Mon 7/923:15
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 46m
KLM
Wed 3/316:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
KLM
Deal found 14/7R17 356
Sat 1/89:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 8/820:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/7R17 389
Wed 9/923:15
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops26h 04m
KLM
Wed 10/312:30
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops25h 30m
KLM
Deal found 15/7R17 601
Wed 16/922:00
JNB
-
STL
1 stop32h 38m
United Airlines
Thu 24/99:30
STL
-
JNB
1 stop26h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/7R17 618

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Return from

R16 406

One-way from

R10 102

Popular in

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 829
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 1/10-13/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 46h 01m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 7/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R1 375 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R465 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

22:00-14:26

2 stops23h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 13/10

12:55-18:30

2 stops22h 35m

R16 406

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/7

15:05-10:50

2 stops26h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 16/9

18:10-18:30

1 stop41h 20m

R17 569

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

22:00-22:29

1 stop31h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 30/10

14:00-18:35

2 stops21h 35m

R17 929

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

23:15-18:20

2 stops26h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 26/8

16:50-21:20

1 stop21h 30m

R18 469

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

23:15-21:33

2 stops29h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

6:00-22:00

2 stops32h 00m

R19 059

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

23:15-21:52

2 stops29h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 24/8

13:00-21:20

2 stops25h 20m

R19 075

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/8

23:15-21:47

2 stops29h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/9

6:40-19:40

1 stop30h 00m

R19 255

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/8

23:15-22:36

2 stops30h 21m

Chicago Midway

Thu 3/9

6:05-19:40

1 stop30h 35m

R19 419

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

9:45-15:40

1 stop36h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 31/8

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R19 550

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

15:05-10:27

2 stops26h 22m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 23/8

7:00-18:30

1 stop28h 30m

R19 550

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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 26 hours 41 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 British Airways.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From R13 481
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R13 013
KLM
KLM
From R15 591
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R16 684

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Illinois?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Illinois are Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines and United 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 67 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 17 July 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving the United States, such as KLM,United Airlines, andQatar Airways. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
1 541 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
10 006 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
7,3
Good
3 745 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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
1 479 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 122 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 541 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

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 R1 204, while return flights cost around R2 458.

  • How much is a return flight to Illinois?

    A return flight to Illinois will typically cost around R2 458, however they can be found for as little as R2 458.

  • 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 18 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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