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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Illinois from R9 736

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 17/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
May 29 — Jun 51
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 29 April 2026.

Wed 15/79:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 19/814:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/4R14 852
Sun 19/79:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 16/821:10
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops51h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/4R14 985
Wed 24/69:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 24/721:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/4R15 365
Tue 27/109:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop30h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 25/1113:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/4R15 846
Wed 15/79:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 12/89:39
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops39h 41m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/4R15 879
Mon 21/99:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop36h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 30/914:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/4R16 177
Fri 20/119:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop30h 05m
Etihad Airways
Tue 24/1113:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/4R16 442
Wed 24/69:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/721:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/4R16 773
Mon 3/89:50
JNB
-
STL
2 stops41h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/86:54
STL
-
JNB
2 stops42h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R21 078
Mon 21/920:25
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops29h 06m
Delta
Wed 30/96:00
MDW
-
JNB
1 stop30h 40m
Delta
Deal found 25/4R22 270
Fri 12/619:50
JNB
-
STL
2 stops32h 47m
Qatar Airways
Fri 19/69:08
STL
-
JNB
2 stops35h 52m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R22 916
Tue 28/720:55
JNB
-
STL
2 stops29h 26m
Qatar Airways
Sun 2/814:31
STL
-
JNB
2 stops35h 29m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R23 346

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 29 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 852

One-way from

R9 736

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 611
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/7-19/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R15 178 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 837 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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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 29 April 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

9:50-15:40

1 stop36h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 16/6

21:10-8:20

1 stop28h 10m

R19 902

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

19:50-16:50

1 stop28h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 16/9

19:20-4:00

1 stop25h 40m

R20 995

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

9:50-20:04

2 stops41h 14m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 19/8

6:54-8:20

2 stops42h 26m

R21 078

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

12:40-16:50

1 stop35h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 19/9

19:20-9:00

1 stop30h 40m

R21 492

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

20:55-15:05

1 stop25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/7

16:30-4:00

2 stops28h 30m

R21 840
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

19:00-12:55

1 stop24h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 30/9

16:40-18:30

1 stop18h 50m

R21 989

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

23:15-14:30

1 stop22h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/6

14:00-21:20

2 stops24h 20m

R22 038

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

19:50-7:44

2 stops42h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 15/9

19:20-9:00

1 stop30h 40m

R22 138

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/6

15:15-21:20

2 stops23h 05m

R22 237

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

20:25-18:31

2 stops29h 06m

Chicago Midway

Wed 30/9

6:00-19:40

1 stop30h 40m

R22 270

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Everything you need to know about your 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 68 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 R10 382). Flying from Johannesburg to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 101). 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?

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 29 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Turkish Airlines, andUnited 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
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 510 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 343 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 680 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 434 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 931 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 510 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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 R21 989, Etihad Airways can have you in Illinois from Johannesburg in 24h 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 223. 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 R10 382). Flying from Johannesburg to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 101). 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 9 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Illinois

Discover the top 9 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 29 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 240AverageR15 991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 675AverageR14 778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 545AverageR22 680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 368AverageR23 834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 298AverageR17 410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestR16 568AverageR17 315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR16 652AverageR18 429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 873AverageR21 309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 708AverageR26 199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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