Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Illinois from R10 050

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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Nov 15 — Nov 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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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 16 October 2025.

Thu 13/1119:10JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Thu 4/1211:50ORD - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/10R15 405
Sun 14/1222:00JNB - ORD
1 stop20h 44mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/118:25ORD - JNB
1 stop31h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/10R16 497
Mon 15/1219:45JNB - ORD
1 stop27h 35mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/118:25ORD - JNB
1 stop31h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/10R16 791
Wed 17/1219:45JNB - ORD
2 stops31h 18mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/118:25ORD - JNB
1 stop31h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/10R16 878
Thu 13/1123:00JNB - ORD
2 stops40h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 4/129:45ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/10R16 895
Thu 13/1120:15JNB - ORD
2 stops31h 15mAir Canada
Thu 4/1215:55ORD - JNB
2 stops34h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 14/10R17 155
Sun 14/1222:00JNB - ORD
2 stops31h 47mDelta
Tue 6/110:10ORD - JNB
2 stops38h 15mDelta
Deal found 15/10R17 415
Sat 13/1223:59JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 21mKLM
Sat 10/116:25ORD - JNB
1 stop21h 40mKLM
Deal found 15/10R17 432
Sat 13/1223:59JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 21mDelta
Sat 10/113:30ORD - JNB
2 stops35h 20mDelta
Deal found 15/10R17 450
Mon 27/1019:20JNB - STL
2 stops33h 44mDelta
Tue 4/1115:59STL - JNB
2 stops32h 26mDelta
Deal found 15/10R17 987
Sat 13/1222:00JNB - STL
2 stops31h 02mDelta
Sat 27/126:29STL - JNB
2 stops31h 36mDelta
Deal found 14/10R28 973
Mon 27/1019:05JNB - STL
3 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1114:51STL - JNB
2 stops33h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/10R31 867

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 16 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 405

One-way from

R10 692

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 294
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 13/11-4/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
20/11
  • 20/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 59m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R16 074 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 356 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/11

19:10-10:05

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/12

11:50-10:50

1 stop39h 00m

R15 405

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

19:05-11:05

1 stop23h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 29/3

19:50-10:35

1 stop31h 45m

R16 081

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/12

19:45-18:35

2 stops30h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/1

15:20-9:30

1 stop34h 10m

R16 878

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

22:00-8:40

2 stops42h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/1

9:30-8:25

2 stops38h 55m

R17 415

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/12

22:00-21:47

2 stops31h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/1

10:10-8:25

2 stops38h 15m

R17 415

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/12

23:59-14:20

1 stop22h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/1

13:30-8:50

2 stops35h 20m

R17 450

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/12

19:20-15:10

1 stop27h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/1

10:35-8:25

2 stops37h 50m

R17 519

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/11

21:30-18:13

2 stops28h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/12

7:10-22:05

2 stops30h 55m

R17 536

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/10

19:20-22:04

2 stops33h 44m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 4/11

15:59-8:25

2 stops32h 26m

R17 987

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

19:35-21:10

2 stops33h 35m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 8/2

17:20-10:25

2 stops33h 05m

R18 385

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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 863). Flying from Johannesburg to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R17 051). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 October 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg to Illinois is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 36% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Illinois?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Illinois. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Illinois flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 16 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Etihad Airways, 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.

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Illinois?

    For as low as R15 405, Turkish Airlines 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 most popular routes from Johannesburg to Illinois?

  • 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.

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    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 863). Flying from Johannesburg to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R17 051). 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 16 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 859AverageR16 946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 705AverageR15 731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 075AverageR16 593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR15 955AverageR20 174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 381AverageR26 192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 848AverageR18 315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR17 154AverageR19 145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR17 339AverageR18 723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 095AverageR23 094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 150AverageR25 648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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