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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois from R9 343

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 28/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Mar 10 — Mar 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 8 February 2026.

Wed 11/28:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 22/410:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/2R13 590
Wed 11/219:05
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop23h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 22/411:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/2R13 879
Thu 19/319:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 1/420:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/2R13 911
Tue 24/219:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 21/420:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/2R13 927
Tue 10/319:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 28/411:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/2R13 959
Mon 26/1019:05
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 30/1012:50
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/2R15 145
Tue 24/210:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop40h 15m
Lufthansa
Tue 21/418:05
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops31h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 7/2R15 209
Fri 6/319:05
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop23h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 3/420:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/2R15 385
Tue 10/310:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop40h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/416:15
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2R15 594
Tue 5/521:55
JNB
-
STL
1 stop26h 49m
SAUDIA
Wed 3/613:27
STL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 13m
SAUDIA
Deal found 7/2R17 613
Tue 5/521:55
JNB
-
STL
2 stops25h 29m
Kenya Airways
Wed 3/613:05
STL
-
JNB
2 stops23h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 7/2R17 693
Tue 5/521:55
JNB
-
STL
2 stops25h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/67:15
STL
-
JNB
1 stop29h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2R17 789

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 8 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 911

One-way from

R9 343

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R15 353
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 19/3-1/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R13 700 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 839 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 8 February 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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OR Tambo

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Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

19:10-11:05

1 stop22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

R13 911

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

R13 927

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

19:10-19:25

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 28/4

11:25-10:30

1 stop40h 05m

R13 959

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

19:10-19:25

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 31/3

11:25-10:30

1 stop40h 05m

R13 959

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

10:10-18:25

1 stop40h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 21/4

18:05-8:35

2 stops31h 30m

R15 209

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/3

19:05-10:05

1 stop23h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/4

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

R15 385

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

10:10-19:25

1 stop40h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 28/4

16:15-8:35

2 stops33h 20m

R15 594

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/3

23:00-8:40

2 stops40h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R15 818

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

19:35-14:55

2 stops27h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 21/4

21:15-9:25

1 stop29h 10m

R15 898

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

15:05-14:20

2 stops31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 21/4

12:40-18:30

2 stops22h 50m

R15 962

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois (average of R12 821). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 850). 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 8 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, United Airlines, andEtihad 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
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
1 450 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
9 256 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
1 387 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
4 207 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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
7 720 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 450 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

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 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 22h 55m. 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 023. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Emirates, 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 - Lambert-St Louis or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Chicago Midway, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois (average of R12 821). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 850). 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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Discover the top 10 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 8 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 818AverageR16 160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 600AverageR14 910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 942AverageR15 340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 756AverageR18 658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 878AverageR24 171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 584AverageR16 964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR15 931AverageR17 789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search KLM flights
DeltaCheapestR16 036AverageR17 045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 792AverageR21 359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 754AverageR23 721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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