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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Illinois from R10 191

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 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Feb 13 — Feb 201
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated 14 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 211

One-way from

R10 191

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 675
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 26/2-5/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 70h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 22/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R11 010 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 184 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 14 January 2026.

Thu 26/219:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 5/311:50
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/1R14 211
Sun 19/418:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 23/411:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/1R14 457
Sun 1/28:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 8/29:45
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/1R15 294
Sun 1/219:05
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop23h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 8/211:50
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/1R15 327
Fri 27/29:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 6/313:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/1R15 475
Sun 19/48:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 23/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/1R15 704
Thu 26/223:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops40h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 5/39:45
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/1R16 114
Sun 1/210:10
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops34h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/215:55
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1R16 180
Mon 26/1022:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops27h 55m
British Airways
Fri 30/1016:45
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops31h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 11/1R16 246
Mon 9/216:25
JNB
-
STL
2 stops31h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/210:13
STL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1R16 672
Mon 9/219:35
JNB
-
STL
2 stops32h 38m
British Airways
Mon 16/211:59
STL
-
JNB
2 stops35h 36m
British Airways
Deal found 11/1R16 771
Mon 9/219:45
JNB
-
STL
2 stops29h 58m
Lufthansa
Mon 16/218:55
STL
-
JNB
2 stops52h 10m
Lufthansa
Deal found 11/1R16 787

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Illinois that are best for you.

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Johannesburg

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Illinois

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

19:10-18:25

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/3

11:50-10:50

1 stop39h 00m

R14 211

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

18:00-9:40

1 stop22h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 23/4

11:25-10:30

1 stop40h 05m

R14 211

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

18:00-9:40

1 stop22h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 23/4

11:25-10:30

1 stop40h 05m

R14 457

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

8:20-7:40

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/2

9:45-20:10

1 stop26h 25m

R15 294

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

19:05-10:05

1 stop23h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/2

11:50-10:50

1 stop39h 00m

R15 327

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/2

9:50-7:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/3

13:10-8:20

1 stop35h 10m

R15 475

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/4

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 23/4

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

R15 704

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/2

23:00-7:40

2 stops40h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/3

9:45-20:10

1 stop26h 25m

R16 114

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

10:10-12:45

2 stops34h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/2

15:55-7:05

2 stops31h 10m

R16 180

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

16:25-16:07

2 stops31h 42m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 16/2

10:13-19:00

1 stop24h 47m

R16 672

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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 R13 128). Flying from Johannesburg to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 229). 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 14 January 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
1 437 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

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
1 437 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 437 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

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
9 156 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 437 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

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
1 369 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 437 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

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
4 166 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 437 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

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
7 671 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 437 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

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 211, Turkish Airlines can have you in Illinois from Johannesburg in 31h 15m. 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 167. 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 R13 128). Flying from Johannesburg to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 229). 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 14 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 124AverageR16 436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 138AverageR14 983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 276AverageR15 636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 109AverageR19 104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 234AverageR24 752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 972AverageR17 376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 299AverageR18 071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 420AverageR17 452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 136AverageR21 517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR18 135AverageR24 289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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