Find flights
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Illinois from R10 155

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Aug 20 — Aug 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Illinois

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 July 2026.

Thu 1/1022:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops23h 32m
United Airlines
Tue 13/1012:40
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops22h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/7R16 442
Wed 26/89:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop36h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 29/921:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/7R16 623
Thu 1/1017:55
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 17/1011:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/7R16 820
Fri 16/1018:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 30/1021:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop42h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/7R16 837
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 853
Thu 1/1017:55
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 6/1020:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/7R16 886
Tue 4/822:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 06m
United Airlines
Thu 10/921:35
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop37h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/7R16 903
Thu 1/1021:55
JNB
-
MDW
1 stop31h 49m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 17/106:00
MDW
-
JNB
1 stop30h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 20/7R17 034
Thu 1/1021:55
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops27h 38m
Delta
Sat 17/109:29
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops27h 11m
Delta
Deal found 20/7R17 100
Thu 15/1019:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop23h 00m
United Airlines
Thu 5/117:30
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops27h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/7R17 363
Wed 5/818:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/815:19
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops23h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7R17 396
Wed 5/823:15
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 00m
KLM
Tue 25/816:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
KLM
Deal found 18/7R17 413

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated 21 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 442

One-way from

R10 155

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R19 338
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 1/10-13/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 46h 22m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
Search Deals
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 6/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R23 661 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 577 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Illinois that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Illinois that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

22:00-14:32

2 stops23h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 13/10

12:40-18:30

2 stops22h 50m

R16 442

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

22:00-22:06

1 stop31h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

21:35-18:30

1 stop37h 55m

R16 903

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

23:15-18:20

2 stops26h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/8

16:20-21:20

1 stop22h 00m

R17 479

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

23:15-18:20

2 stops26h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 31/8

16:50-21:20

1 stop21h 30m

R17 479

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/8

22:00-23:38

1 stop32h 38m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 13/9

8:50-18:30

2 stops26h 40m

R17 643

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

22:00-23:38

1 stop32h 38m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 24/9

11:10-18:30

2 stops24h 20m

R17 643

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

23:15-18:01

2 stops25h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

16:25-22:00

1 stop21h 35m

R17 660

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

R18 022
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/10

15:40-19:40

1 stop21h 00m

R18 071

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

23:15-18:19

2 stops26h 04m

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/3

12:30-22:00

2 stops25h 30m

R18 960

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 16/7

Showing 1-10 of 37 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3
4

Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Illinois

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Illinois from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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 R15 323). Flying from Johannesburg to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of R24 342). 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?

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 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 21 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,United Airlines, andQatar Airways 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
1 544 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

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
1 544 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 544 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

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
10 018 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 544 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

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
3 747 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 544 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

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
1 484 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 544 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

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
8 124 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 544 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,8

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Illinois. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Illinois?

    For as low as R16 442, United Airlines can have you in Illinois from Johannesburg in 23h 32m. 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 Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R6 185. However, be on the lookout for offers from Emirates and Qatar 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 R15 323). Flying from Johannesburg to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of R24 342). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 8 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Illinois

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Illinois. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 163AverageR16 823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 435AverageR14 435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Search Turkish Airlines flights
United AirlinesCheapestR14 181AverageR18 254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Search United Airlines flights
Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 516AverageR23 620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
British AirwaysCheapestR16 528AverageR17 303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Search British Airways flights
KLMCheapestR16 625AverageR17 798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search KLM flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 770AverageR18 978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
EmiratesCheapestR19 590AverageR23 656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Emirates flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Johannesburg to Illinois?

Cheapflights makes it easy to find Johannesburg to Illinois flights by helping our users search from 900+ travel sites for deals. We also provide you with filters for cabin, price, airline, airports, number of stops, and many more to narrow down that perfect flight.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Johannesburg to Illinois?

Cheapflights simply makes it quick and affordable to book flights from Johannesburg to Illinois by bringing together all flight options from hundreds of airlines and agencies online — and put it in one place for you to choose from. Plus, Cheapflights is 100% free to use for all.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Johannesburg to Illinois with no change fees?

Yes, we can. To see specific flights from Johannesburg to Illinois with no change fees, users can toggle flexible booking options after using the search form above to find flights.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Johannesburg to Illinois become cheaper?

Not ready to book yet? You can track prices for flights from Johannesburg to Illinois on Cheapflights with our Price Alert feature and get notified when better prices are available.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book With Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees.

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.