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 061, while return flights cost around R4 392.

How much is a return flight to Illinois?

A return flight to Illinois will typically cost around R10 757, however they can be found for as little as R4 392.

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 6 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	R16 128
One-way from	R9 582
Popular in	January
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R18 309

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71h 30m total
Johannesburg to Chicago

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

19:05-19:25

1 stop31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 29/3

11:25-10:35

1 stop40h 10m

R16 128

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 17/11

19:45-13:30

2 stops25h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 30/11

22:35-9:30

1 stop26h 55m

R16 669

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/12

22:00-20:38

2 stops30h 38m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 9/6

22:00-7:00

1 stop26h 00m

R17 559

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/12

22:00-18:00

2 stops28h 00m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 9/6

17:30-11:05

2 stops34h 35m

R18 083

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

19:45-18:37

2 stops30h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 14/6

10:00-17:45

2 stops24h 45m

R18 414

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

22:00-18:14

2 stops28h 14m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 8/2

17:20-10:25

2 stops33h 05m

R18 414

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/12

19:05-10:05

1 stop23h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 30/12

11:50-10:50

1 stop39h 00m

R18 885

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/12

22:00-21:47

2 stops31h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/1

14:30-8:50

2 stops34h 20m

R19 165

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/12

17:00-12:43

2 stops27h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/1

7:45-0:25

2 stops32h 40m

R19 235

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

21:30-21:04

2 stops31h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 14/6

16:20-21:20

1 stop22h 00m

R19 322

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How long is the flight to Illinois?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Illinois takes 24 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.

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 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

1 405 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

KLM

7,7

Good

1 405 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 405 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Etihad Airways

7,4

Good

1 285 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 405 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

United Airlines

7,4

Good

9 003 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 405 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

4 031 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 405 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

British Airways

6,7

Okay

7 496 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 405 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2,0

Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

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 061, while return flights cost around R4 392.
How much is a return flight to Illinois?
A return flight to Illinois will typically cost around R10 757, however they can be found for as little as R4 392.
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 6 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?

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