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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois from R10 717

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 27/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ORD
Nov 12 — Nov 191
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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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 October 2025.

Thu 6/1119:10JNB - ORD
1 stop31h 15mTurkish Airlines
Mon 10/1120:20ORD - JNB
1 stop30h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/10R15 070
Wed 26/1119:05JNB - ORD
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 3/1211:50ORD - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/10R15 228
Thu 13/1119:10JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Thu 4/1211:50ORD - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/10R15 297
Thu 13/1120:15JNB - ORD
2 stops31h 15mAir Canada
Thu 4/1215:55ORD - JNB
2 stops34h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 10/10R16 032
Mon 13/1021:20JNB - ORD
2 stops24h 53mUnited Airlines
Mon 27/1015:07ORD - JNB
1 stop20h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10R16 172
Thu 13/1120:15JNB - ORD
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1215:55ORD - JNB
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10R16 818
Thu 6/1122:00JNB - ORD
2 stops27h 55mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/1119:40ORD - JNB
2 stops27h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10R17 098
Sat 13/1223:59JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 21mKLM
Sat 10/116:25ORD - JNB
1 stop21h 40mKLM
Deal found 12/10R17 325
Wed 26/1110:25JNB - ORD
2 stops31h 23mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/1222:35ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10R17 395
Mon 13/1020:40JNB - MDW
2 stops28h 45mDelta
Mon 27/1018:23MDW - JNB
2 stops31h 17mDelta
Deal found 12/10R17 518
Mon 24/1122:00JNB - MDW
2 stops28h 18mDelta
Sat 10/114:00MDW - JNB
2 stops21h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/10R17 553
Wed 26/1122:00JNB - MDW
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1217:38MDW - JNB
2 stops30h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10R17 885

Cheap 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 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 070

One-way from

R10 717

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 448
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 6/11-10/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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26/11
  • 26/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 24m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R16 367 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 438 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 297

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

19:05-11:05

1 stop23h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 29/3

11:25-10:35

1 stop40h 10m

R15 962

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

22:00-18:18

2 stops28h 18m

Chicago Midway

Sat 10/1

14:00-19:00

2 stops21h 00m

R17 553

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

22:00-23:40

2 stops33h 40m

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/12

17:38-8:10

2 stops30h 32m

R17 885

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 24/11

22:00-16:46

2 stops26h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/1

17:55-8:50

2 stops30h 55m

R17 885

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

22:00-21:10

2 stops31h 10m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 8/2

17:20-10:25

2 stops33h 05m

R18 270

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/12

22:00-21:47

2 stops31h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/1

13:30-8:50

2 stops35h 20m

R18 357

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/12

23:59-14:20

1 stop22h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/1

6:45-19:00

1 stop28h 15m

R18 479

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/12

12:05-17:46

2 stops37h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/1

6:45-15:50

2 stops25h 05m

R18 497

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

21:55-16:39

1 stop26h 44m

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/12

13:14-22:05

2 stops24h 51m

R18 567

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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 R13 986). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R17 203). 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 OR Tambo 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 13 October 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport to Illinois?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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.

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 October 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM, Etihad Airways, andUnited Airlines 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
1 402 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

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.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 402 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 402 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

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.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 277 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 402 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

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.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 974 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 402 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

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.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 007 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 402 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

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.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 453 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 402 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,2

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.

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  • 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 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?

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  • 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 R13 986). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R17 203). 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 13 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR13 983AverageR17 097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR14 836AverageR15 864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 420AverageR16 874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapestR16 097AverageR20 353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 527AverageR26 399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 998AverageR18 479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR17 307AverageR19 343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR17 494AverageR18 282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 256AverageR23 556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 320AverageR25 877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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