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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Illinois from R9 293

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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Mar 4 — Mar 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 2 February 2026.

Tue 10/28:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 18/29:45
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/2R13 264
Wed 18/314:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 25/310:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/2R13 329
Tue 24/214:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 6/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 31/1R13 666
Tue 10/219:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 18/220:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/2R13 682
Sun 22/28:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 6/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 31/1R14 470
Tue 24/219:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 8/411:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 31/1R14 599
Tue 24/219:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 4/411:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 31/1R14 824
Tue 24/219:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 6/411:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 31/1R14 888
Thu 26/219:35
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 40m
American Airlines
Wed 8/421:00
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops29h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 31/1R15 097
Sun 22/214:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 4/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 31/1R15 258
Wed 25/29:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 3/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/1R15 322
Wed 18/39:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 25/314:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/2R15 354

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 2 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 329

One-way from

R9 293

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 403
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 18/3-25/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R13 792 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 849 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 2 February 2026.
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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

14:30-7:40

2 stops25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/4

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

R14 470

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/2

8:20-7:40

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/4

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

R14 470

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

19:10-10:05

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/4

11:25-10:30

1 stop40h 05m

R14 599

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

9:50-7:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/4

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R15 515

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

22:00-22:31

2 stops32h 31m

Chicago Midway

Fri 3/4

12:47-19:40

1 stop23h 53m

R15 949

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

22:00-19:40

2 stops29h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/4

17:33-7:00

2 stops30h 27m

R15 998

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

10:25-9:36

2 stops31h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/4

16:35-18:30

1 stop18h 55m

R16 046

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

15:05-9:34

2 stops26h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/4

12:40-18:30

2 stops22h 50m

R16 046

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

15:05-9:36

2 stops26h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/4

11:15-18:30

2 stops24h 15m

R16 046

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

15:05-11:38

2 stops28h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/4

11:15-18:30

2 stops24h 15m

R16 046

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Illinois

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Illinois (average of R12 862). Flying from Johannesburg to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 901). 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.

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 2 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, United Airlines, andEtihad 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
7,7
Good
1 448 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 448 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 448 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 229 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 448 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 379 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 448 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 211 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 448 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 709 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 448 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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 R14 599, Ethiopian Air can have you in Illinois from Johannesburg in 22h 55m. 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 042. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, 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 - Lambert-St Louis and Johannesburg OR Tambo - Chicago Midway.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Illinois (average of R12 862). Flying from Johannesburg to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 901). 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 10 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Illinois

Discover the top 10 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 2 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 859AverageR16 212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 643AverageR14 769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 987AverageR15 389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 804AverageR18 718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 926AverageR24 249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 635AverageR17 020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR15 983AverageR17 808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 088AverageR17 099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 846AverageR21 427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 811AverageR23 797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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