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 Midway is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Illinois. One-way flights to Chicago Midway typically cost R1 569, while return flights cost around R11 519.

How much is a return flight to Illinois?

A return flight to Illinois will typically cost around R702, however they can be found for as little as R691.

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 (21 hours 26 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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Flights to Illinois in 2025

Return from	R17 105
One-way from	R12 675
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R20 269

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50h 45m total
Johannesburg to Chicago

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Deal found 28/4R21 255

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Thu 9/108:20JNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Mon 13/1010:15ORD - JNB

1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air

Deal found 29/4R17 105

Fri 13/69:50JNB - ORD

1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways

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2 stops43h 05mEtihad Airways

Deal found 29/4R17 123

Wed 17/917:55JNB - ORD

1 stop22h 45mTurkish Airlines

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1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 28/4R17 737

Thu 12/619:35JNB - ORD

1 stop23h 35mSWISS

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1 stop31h 15mSWISS

Deal found 28/4R18 165

Sun 15/621:15JNB - ORD

2 stops26h 03mBritish Airways

Fri 20/619:15ORD - JNB

1 stop31h 10mBritish Airways

Deal found 28/4R18 370

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1 stop21h 30mAmerican Airlines

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1 stop29h 55mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 28/4R18 519

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1 stop24h 55mMultiple Airlines

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1 stop31h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 29/4R18 594

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2 stops30h 58mDelta

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2 stops28h 15mDelta

Deal found 29/4R18 817

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1 stop21h 55mKLM

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1 stop22h 00mKLM

Deal found 29/4R19 171

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2 stops38h 12mUnited Airlines

Deal found 28/4R21 255

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2 stops31h 46mKenya Airways

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2 stops25h 50mKenya Airways

Deal found 29/4R22 111

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2 stops34h 15mVirgin Atlantic

Tue 2/919:55ORD - JNB

2 stops31h 25mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 29/4R22 390

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1 stop29h 55mAmerican Airlines

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Deal found 29/4R18 594

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1 stop22h 45mTurkish Airlines

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1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 28/4R18 482

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Thu 9/10

8:20-8:15

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Mon 13/10

10:15-13:05

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9:50-8:45

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17:55-9:40

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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JohannesburgChicago

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JNBORD

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19:35-12:10

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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19:05-9:20

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R18 165

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/6

21:15-16:18

2 stops26h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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19:15-9:25

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R18 370

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

21:15-11:45

1 stop21h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 28/5

20:30-9:25

1 stop29h 55m

R18 519

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

19:00-12:55

1 stop24h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 28/5

19:05-9:20

1 stop31h 15m

R18 594

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

18:50-18:48

2 stops30h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 28/5

10:05-21:20

2 stops28h 15m

R18 817

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

23:15-17:45

2 stops25h 30m

Chicago Midway

Wed 28/5

13:08-21:20

2 stops25h 12m

R18 817

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/6

23:15-14:10

1 stop21h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/6

16:20-21:20

1 stop22h 00m

R19 171

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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 24 hours 51 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 Monday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday 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, Ethiopian Air and KLM.

British Airways

From R901

Ethiopian Air

From R823

KLM

From R943

United Airlines

From R945

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Illinois?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Illinois are Delta, Etihad Airways 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM and SWISS to Illinois to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

8,0

Very Good

7 929 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta

8,0

Very Good

7 929 reviews

Delta

8,0

Very Good

7 929 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

KLM

7,8

Good

1 334 reviews

Delta

8,0

Very Good

7 929 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

SWISS

7,5

Good

1 588 reviews

Delta

8,0

Very Good

7 929 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Cathay Pacific

7,5

Good

852 reviews

Delta

8,0

Very Good

7 929 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 563 reviews

Delta

8,0

Very Good

7 929 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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 Midway is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Illinois. One-way flights to Chicago Midway typically cost R1 569, while return flights cost around R11 519.
How much is a return flight to Illinois?
A return flight to Illinois will typically cost around R702, however they can be found for as little as R691.
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 (21 hours 26 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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Rainfall in Illinois by month

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Temperature in Illinois by month

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Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM and SWISS to Illinois to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Illinois

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

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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