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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Illinois from R10 192

JNB — ORD
Dec 11 — Dec 181
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Illinois

Fri 20/110:20 -
1 stop41h 40m
Sat 5/1211:45 -
1 stop26h 40m
Deal found 7/11R15 338
Sun 29/118:20 -
2 stops31h 20m
Tue 12/19:45 -
1 stop26h 25m
Deal found 9/11R15 535
Tue 24/1118:50 -
1 stop31h 30m
Fri 27/1120:15 -
1 stop42h 10m
Deal found 10/11R15 814
Sun 29/118:20 -
2 stops31h 20m
Mon 11/19:45 -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 9/11R15 913
Mon 16/1118:50 -
1 stop23h 10m
Mon 30/1120:15 -
1 stop42h 10m
Deal found 9/11R16 028
Fri 20/110:20 -
1 stop41h 40m
Tue 24/1111:45 -
1 stop26h 40m
Deal found 7/11R16 258
Sat 21/1121:40 -
2 stops31h 09m
Sat 5/1210:36 -
1 stop24h 34m
Deal found 7/11R16 538
Thu 24/1221:40 -
2 stops33h 27m
Thu 31/1212:29 -
1 stop22h 41m
Deal found 9/11R16 571
Thu 24/1221:40 -
2 stops32h 42m
Thu 31/126:00 -
1 stop29h 10m
Deal found 9/11R16 571
Thu 24/1222:00 -
1 stop20h 49m
Thu 31/127:00 -
1 stop27h 35m
Deal found 9/11R16 850
Mon 16/1123:00 -
2 stops40h 40m
Mon 30/119:45 -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 8/11R17 327
Sat 21/1119:40 -
1 stop28h 35m
Sat 5/1211:14 -
2 stops26h 46m
Deal found 8/11R17 721

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Round-trip from

R15 338

One-way from

R10 192

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R16 571
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 20/11-5/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 22/11-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R3 407 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 996 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
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JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/2

0:20-18:20

1 stop26h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 113

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

0:20-18:20

1 stop26h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 113

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/4

14:55-15:05

1 stop31h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 474

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/4

9:45-8:35

1 stop29h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 491

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/11

18:50-15:10

1 stop28h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 809

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

0:20-10:00

1 stop41h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/12

11:45-22:25

1 stop26h 40m

R15 699

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/11

8:20-7:40

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/1

9:45-13:30

1 stop19h 45m

R15 913

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

0:20-10:00

1 stop41h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 24/11

11:45-22:25

1 stop26h 40m

R16 258

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MDW Chicago Midway

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/12

21:40-22:22

2 stops32h 42m

Chicago Midway

Thu 31/12

6:00-19:10

1 stop29h 10m

R16 571

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/12

21:40-23:07

2 stops33h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 31/12

12:29-19:10

1 stop22h 41m

R16 571

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Illinois

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Illinois?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Illinois (average of R16 406). Flying from Johannesburg to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of R22 768). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg to Illinois?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg to Illinois flights typically cost between R15 864 and R16 521 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R15 338 on Turkish Airlines (Nov 20–Dec 5).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Illinois?

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg to Illinois may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 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 a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Johannesburg to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 599 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 599 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 599 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 700 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 599 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 465 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 599 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 555 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 599 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
United Airlines
7,3
Good
10 477 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 599 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

7,2

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Illinois?

    For as low as R15 913, Turkish Airlines can have you in Illinois from Johannesburg in 31h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 14008 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Illinois one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Emirates, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R7 075. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and British Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg to Illinois for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg to Illinois?

    The most popular flight routes from Johannesburg to Illinois are Johannesburg OR Tambo - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Chicago Midway and Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lambert-St Louis.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Illinois that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Illinois flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Illinois?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Illinois.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Illinois?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Illinois by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Illinois?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Illinois (average of R16 406). Flying from Johannesburg to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of R22 768). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Illinois

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 577AverageR16 516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR14 464AverageR16 894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 258AverageR17 612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 414AverageR22 389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 181AverageR24 700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 606AverageR18 380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 751AverageR18 731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 427AverageR23 312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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