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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois from R10 177

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 7/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Aug 19 — Aug 261
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 20 July 2026.

Thu 1/1022:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop21h 03m
United Airlines
Tue 13/109:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/7R16 478
Thu 1/1017:55
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 17/1011:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/7R16 857
Fri 16/1018:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 30/1021:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop42h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/7R16 874
Mon 3/89:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop29h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 24/814:00
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/7R16 890
Thu 1/1017:55
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 6/1020:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/7R16 923
Tue 4/822:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 06m
United Airlines
Thu 10/921:35
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop37h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/7R16 940
Thu 1/1021:55
JNB
-
MDW
1 stop31h 49m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 17/106:00
MDW
-
JNB
1 stop30h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 20/7R17 072
Thu 1/1021:55
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops27h 38m
Delta
Sat 17/109:29
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops27h 11m
Delta
Deal found 20/7R17 138
Thu 15/1019:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop23h 00m
United Airlines
Thu 5/117:30
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops27h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/7R17 402
Wed 5/818:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/815:19
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops23h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7R17 435
Wed 5/818:50
JNB
-
MDW
2 stops28h 25m
KLM
Tue 25/813:25
MDW
-
JNB
2 stops24h 55m
KLM
Deal found 20/7R17 534
Sun 30/822:00
JNB
-
STL
1 stop32h 38m
United Airlines
Sun 13/916:50
STL
-
JNB
1 stop18h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/7R17 682

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 20 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 478

One-way from

R10 177

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R19 381
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 1/10-13/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 33m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 7/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R23 779 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R7 610 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 20 July 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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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

22:00-14:32

2 stops23h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 13/10

12:40-18:30

2 stops22h 50m

R16 478

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

18:00-18:15

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 30/10

21:15-22:25

1 stop42h 10m

R16 874

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

22:00-22:06

1 stop31h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

21:35-18:30

1 stop37h 55m

R16 940

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/10

21:55-18:33

2 stops27h 38m

Chicago Midway

Sat 17/10

9:29-19:40

2 stops27h 11m

R17 138

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

23:15-18:20

2 stops26h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/8

16:20-21:20

1 stop22h 00m

R17 534
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

16:25-22:00

1 stop21h 35m

R17 550

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/3

12:15-22:00

2 stops25h 45m

R17 566

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 30/8

22:00-23:38

1 stop32h 38m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 13/9

8:50-18:30

2 stops26h 40m

R17 682

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 16/9

22:00-23:38

1 stop32h 38m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 24/9

11:10-18:30

2 stops24h 20m

R17 682

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

23:15-18:01

2 stops25h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

16:25-22:00

1 stop21h 35m

R17 698

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois (average of R15 356). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of R24 395). 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 20 July 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
1 543 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 543 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 543 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
10 015 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 543 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 748 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 543 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 483 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 543 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
8 124 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 543 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

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 23h 32m. 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 199. 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois (average of R15 356). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of R24 395). 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 20 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 192AverageR16 860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 465AverageR14 467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 213AverageR18 294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 548AverageR23 672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 564AverageR17 341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 662AverageR17 837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 807AverageR19 020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 633AverageR23 708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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