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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois from R9 602

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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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 26 January 2026.

Tue 10/319:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 17/321:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/1R13 584
Tue 27/18:20
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/29:45
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/1R13 600
Thu 5/219:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 18/220:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/1R13 793
Thu 5/220:15
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop24h 30m
SWISS
Wed 18/218:35
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops31h 55m
SWISS
Deal found 24/1R14 965
Thu 5/222:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops24h 16m
United Airlines
Wed 18/214:00
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops20h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/1R15 078
Tue 10/319:45
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 30m
United Airlines
Tue 17/317:45
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops32h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/1R15 816
Thu 5/221:30
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops29h 06m
Delta
Wed 18/213:28
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops35h 07m
Delta
Deal found 24/1R16 186
Mon 23/222:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 30m
Delta
Mon 2/36:45
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop28h 15m
Delta
Deal found 26/1R16 218
Mon 23/222:00
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops28h 40m
Delta
Mon 2/39:50
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops25h 10m
Delta
Deal found 26/1R16 218
Tue 27/123:59
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 21m
KLM
Wed 11/216:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop21h 40m
KLM
Deal found 24/1R16 475
Mon 23/212:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop33h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 2/318:50
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/1R16 523
Thu 5/219:35
JNB
-
STL
2 stops47h 28m
British Airways
Mon 9/212:11
STL
-
JNB
2 stops38h 14m
British Airways
Deal found 23/1R16 876

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 26 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R13 584

One-way from

R9 602

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 594
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 10/3-17/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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2/6
  • 2/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 41m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R14 084 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 873 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 26 January 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

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

19:10-18:25

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/2

20:20-10:50

1 stop30h 30m

R13 889

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

22:00-14:16

2 stops24h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/2

14:00-18:35

2 stops20h 35m

R15 078

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

21:30-18:36

2 stops29h 06m

Chicago Midway

Wed 18/2

13:28-8:35

2 stops35h 07m

R16 186

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

22:00-18:40

2 stops27h 40m

Chicago Midway

Tue 17/3

13:10-19:00

2 stops22h 50m

R16 218

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

22:00-18:40

2 stops28h 40m

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/3

10:49-19:00

1 stop24h 11m

R16 218

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

22:00-21:30

2 stops31h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

6:45-19:00

1 stop28h 15m

R16 218

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

19:35-11:03

2 stops47h 28m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/2

12:11-10:25

2 stops38h 14m

R16 876

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

22:20-0:40

3 stops34h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

18:30-8:40

3 stops30h 10m

R22 271

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/2

20:15-17:48

3 stops29h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/3

15:55-10:30

2 stops34h 35m

R22 448

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

12:30-7:40

4 stops51h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/2

9:45-20:10

1 stop26h 25m

R23 524

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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 846). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 881). 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 26 January 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
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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
1 443 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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
9 203 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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
1 377 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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
7 702 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Overall

7,7

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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 24h 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 035. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois (average of R12 846). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 881). 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 OR Tambo to Illinois

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 26 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 842AverageR16 191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 834AverageR14 750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 969AverageR15 361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR14 784AverageR18 694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 907AverageR24 217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 627AverageR16 999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR15 962AverageR17 739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 067AverageR17 077FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 824AverageR21 055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR17 788AverageR23 767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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