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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Illinois from R9 384

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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
May 17 — May 241
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 17 April 2026.

Wed 24/69:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 24/721:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4R15 166
Tue 27/109:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop30h 05m
Etihad Airways
Wed 25/1113:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/4R15 182
Wed 9/918:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 3/220:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 13/4R15 624
Tue 27/1017:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 34m
Kenya Airways
Wed 25/116:00
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops25h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 12/4R17 065
Thu 28/512:40
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop35h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 20/819:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R17 082
Mon 18/519:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 26/719:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop37h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R17 409
Mon 7/917:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops26h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/36:00
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4R17 590
Wed 25/1115:05
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops27h 42m
United Airlines
Tue 19/121:30
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops37h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/4R17 835
Thu 20/89:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop36h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 25/921:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R17 933
Thu 28/519:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 4/619:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R18 081
Mon 1/619:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/619:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop32h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/4R18 097
Mon 7/917:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Kenya Airways
Wed 3/36:00
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops25h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 16/4R18 114

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 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 166

One-way from

R9 384

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 802
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 24/6-24/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R15 304 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R2 728 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 17 April 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

17:00-17:20

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

6:00-10:55

2 stops44h 55m

R18 408

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 22/6

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R18 539

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/6

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 16/6

21:10-8:20

1 stop28h 10m

R19 162

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/8

9:50-20:29

2 stops41h 39m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 17/8

10:22-8:20

2 stops38h 58m

R19 801

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 29/5

12:40-20:30

2 stops38h 50m

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 5/6

14:33-10:30

2 stops36h 57m

R21 062

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

15:25-12:35

2 stops28h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/6

18:30-6:40

2 stops29h 10m

R21 176

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

12:40-21:30

2 stops39h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 22/6

19:20-9:00

1 stop30h 40m

R21 815

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

19:10-15:45

1 stop27h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 24/5

20:35-5:30

1 stop25h 55m

R22 274

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

22:20-15:45

1 stop24h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 28/5

20:35-5:30

1 stop25h 55m

R22 274

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

13:30-15:45

1 stop33h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/6

20:35-20:35

1 stop41h 00m

R22 323

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Illinois (average of R10 269). Flying from Johannesburg to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 936). 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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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 17 April 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
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 602 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 432 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 306 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 889 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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 R23 567, Etihad Airways can have you in Illinois from Johannesburg in 25h 41m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13993 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 155. 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 269). Flying from Johannesburg to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of R14 936). 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 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 096AverageR15 817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 527AverageR14 662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 386AverageR19 357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 201AverageR23 847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 121AverageR17 243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestR16 388AverageR17 126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR16 390AverageR18 139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 679AverageR21 598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 494AverageR25 338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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