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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Illinois from R9 197

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 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Mar 14 — Mar 211
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 12 February 2026.

Thu 19/39:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 2/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/2R13 120
Wed 25/214:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 23/310:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/2R13 390
Wed 11/214:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 22/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 10/2R13 470
Wed 11/219:05
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop23h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 22/420:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/2R13 756
Tue 24/219:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 21/420:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 10/2R14 407
Fri 27/28:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 15/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/2R14 613
Wed 25/29:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Etihad Airways
Thu 16/414:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 9/2R15 137
Mon 26/1019:05
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop23h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 30/1021:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 11/2R15 217
Tue 24/219:35
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 40m
American Airlines
Wed 15/415:45
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops32h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 9/2R15 233
Wed 25/222:00
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops28h 40m
Delta
Thu 16/413:23
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops23h 17m
Delta
Deal found 9/2R16 106
Tue 24/222:00
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops27h 45m
Delta
Sun 22/318:07
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops31h 28m
Delta
Deal found 9/2R16 408
Tue 24/219:20
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops31h 20m
Delta
Thu 16/413:23
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops23h 17m
Delta
Deal found 9/2R16 424

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 12 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 390

One-way from

R9 197

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 883
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 25/2-23/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 10/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R11 275 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 498 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 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 12 February 2026.
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Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

9:50-8:35

1 stop29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/4

14:00-8:20

1 stop35h 20m

R13 120

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

19:10-10:05

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 21/4

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

R14 407

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/2

8:20-7:40

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R14 613

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

20:15-12:45

1 stop24h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 18/4

19:05-9:20

1 stop31h 15m

R15 725

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

19:10-10:05

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 17/4

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

R15 725

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

19:10-10:05

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 24/4

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

R15 725

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/5

21:15-13:50

1 stop23h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/10

21:15-9:25

1 stop29h 10m

R15 757

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

14:30-7:40

2 stops25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 22/4

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

R15 805

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/3

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R15 979

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

15:05-14:20

2 stops31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 17/4

12:40-18:30

2 stops22h 50m

R16 090

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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 707). Flying from Johannesburg to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 709). 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 12 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
1 452 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

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
1 452 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 452 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

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
9 283 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 452 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

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
1 394 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 452 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

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
4 210 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 452 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

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
7 737 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 452 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

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 407, Etihad Airways 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 R5 970. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Emirates, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Illinois (average of R12 707). Flying from Johannesburg to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 709). 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 12 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 704AverageR16 017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 479AverageR14 778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 819AverageR15 204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 625AverageR18 492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 746AverageR23 956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 446AverageR16 813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR15 790AverageR17 631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR15 894AverageR16 893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 642AverageR21 169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 596AverageR23 510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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