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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois from R11 442

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 30/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Aug 12 — Aug 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Illinois

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 Juli 2026.

Mo 7/918:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mi 3/316:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7R17 196
Mo 7/923:15
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 00m
KLM
Mi 3/316:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
KLM
Deal found 9/7R17 229
Di 14/718:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Do 27/816:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7R17 294
Mo 3/823:15
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 00m
KLM
Mo 24/816:50
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 30m
KLM
Deal found 13/7R17 311
Mi 5/822:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops40h 46m
United Airlines
Di 1/918:15
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops41h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 9/7R17 344
Di 28/723:15
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops28h 16m
KLM
Di 18/813:00
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops25h 20m
KLM
Deal found 11/7R17 458
Fr 16/1022:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop32h 21m
United Airlines
Fr 30/1012:40
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops22h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/7R17 540
Di 4/823:15
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops28h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Do 10/917:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7R17 557
Mo 3/822:00
JNB
-
STL
1 stop25h 07m
United Airlines
So 23/816:50
STL
-
JNB
1 stop18h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 10/7R17 671
Mo 7/923:15
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops26h 04m
KLM
Mi 3/312:30
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops25h 30m
KLM
Deal found 10/7R18 671
Do 27/823:15
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops30h 21m
Delta
Do 3/99:24
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops27h 16m
Delta
Deal found 13/7R19 442
Mo 3/822:00
JNB
-
STL
1 stop32h 36m
United Airlines
Sa 29/811:25
STL
-
JNB
2 stops24h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/7R19 589

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for OR Tambo to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated 13 Juli 2026.

Round-trip from

R17 196

One-way from

R11 442

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 852
KLM
  • KLM
  • 7/9-3/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 30/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R22 568 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 628 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 13 Juli 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 5/8

22:00-7:46

2 stops40h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Di 1/9

18:15-18:30

2 stops41h 15m

R17 344

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Di 28/7

23:15-20:31

2 stops28h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Di 18/8

13:00-21:20

2 stops25h 20m

R17 458

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fr 16/10

22:00-18:33

2 stops27h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fr 30/10

11:56-18:35

1 stop23h 39m

R17 671

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 3/8

22:00-15:46

2 stops24h 46m

Lambert-St Louis

So 23/8

9:30-18:30

2 stops26h 00m

R17 671

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Di 28/7

23:15-18:18

2 stops26h 03m

Chicago Midway

Di 18/8

13:25-21:20

2 stops24h 55m

R18 688

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 3/8

23:15-21:52

2 stops29h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mo 24/8

13:00-21:20

2 stops25h 20m

R19 098

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 27/8

23:15-21:47

2 stops29h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Do 3/9

6:40-19:40

1 stop30h 00m

R19 278

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 27/8

23:15-22:36

2 stops30h 21m

Chicago Midway

Do 3/9

6:05-19:40

1 stop30h 35m

R19 442

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mo 3/8

22:00-23:36

1 stop32h 36m

Lambert-St Louis

Sa 29/8

16:50-18:30

1 stop18h 40m

R19 589

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Di 4/8

23:15-20:30

2 stops28h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mo 31/8

15:19-21:20

2 stops23h 01m

R19 606

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Deals found on 10/7

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Illinois

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois (average of R9 114). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 311). 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 OR Tambo Airport to Illinois?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois?

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 67 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 13 Juli 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,United Airlines, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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
1 538 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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
9 988 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 743 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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
1 477 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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
8 111 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 538 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

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 OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Illinois?

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois will take you 28h 16m. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Illinois are separated by a distance of 14008 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R6 161. However, be on the lookout for offers from Emirates and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois?

    When deciding which route to take from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois, consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Johannesburg OR Tambo - Chicago Midway or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lambert-St Louis, as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Illinois that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Illinois flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Illinois?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Illinois.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Illinois?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport to Illinois?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois (average of R9 114). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of R14 311). 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 8 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Illinois

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 13 Juli 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 111AverageR16 756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 382AverageR14 286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 125AverageR18 181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 458AverageR23 526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 462AverageR17 365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 559AverageR17 728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 703AverageR18 903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 512AverageR23 562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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