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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois from R10 242

JNB — ORD
Nov 19 — Nov 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Illinois

Sun 1/110:20 -
1 stop27h 00m
Mon 16/1120:15 -
1 stop30h 40m
Deal found 19/10R15 190
Wed 4/1118:50 -
1 stop24h 10m
Thu 3/1211:45 -
1 stop26h 40m
Deal found 18/10R15 289
Fri 23/1014:30 -
2 stops24h 45m
Sat 7/119:45 -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 18/10R15 322
Fri 20/118:20 -
2 stops31h 20m
Fri 1/19:45 -
1 stop34h 10m
Deal found 16/10R15 371
Mon 2/1123:00 -
2 stops40h 40m
Mon 16/119:45 -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 19/10R15 503
Wed 4/1114:30 -
2 stops25h 10m
Wed 2/129:45 -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 16/10R15 651
Wed 4/118:20 -
2 stops31h 20m
Mon 30/119:45 -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 16/10R15 864
Thu 22/1022:50 -
2 stops40h 25m
Sat 7/119:45 -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 18/10R15 947
Wed 4/1121:40 -
2 stops34h 17m
Sat 5/1213:34 -
1 stop21h 36m
Deal found 18/10R16 160
Wed 4/1121:40 -
2 stops32h 53m
Wed 2/1213:02 -
2 stops25h 23m
Deal found 16/10R17 360
Mon 2/1123:59 -
2 stops26h 01m
Mon 16/1111:27 -
2 stops26h 33m
Deal found 19/10R17 377
Tue 17/1119:40 -
2 stops28h 38m
Tue 24/1112:30 -
2 stops25h 30m
Deal found 20/10R17 492

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Illinois

Round-trip from

R15 190

One-way from

R10 242

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R17 130
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 1/11-16/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 30/3-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R26 023 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R10 309 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
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JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

0:20-18:20

1 stop26h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 258

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MDW Chicago Midway

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

20:20-23:47

2 stops35h 27m

Chicago Midway

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R11 212

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/12

18:50-18:20

1 stop31h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 215
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/12

18:50-10:00

1 stop23h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 708

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/12

0:20-10:00

1 stop41h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 201

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/12

17:00-11:54

2 stops26h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R14 648

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MDW Chicago Midway

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

21:20-17:24

2 stops28h 04m

Chicago Midway

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R15 618

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MDW Chicago Midway

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/11

21:20-22:54

1 stop33h 34m

Chicago Midway

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R15 618

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MDW Chicago Midway

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/12

21:20-17:24

2 stops28h 04m

Chicago Midway

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R15 667

JohannesburgChicago

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MDW Chicago Midway

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/12

21:40-16:16

2 stops26h 36m

Chicago Midway

Wed 31/12

0:00-8:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R15 815

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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 R16 407). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of R22 769). 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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois flights typically cost between R15 815 and R17 434 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R15 190 on Turkish Airlines (Nov 1–Nov 16).

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 65 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Turkish 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
1 592 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 592 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 592 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 456 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 592 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 709 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 592 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 549 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 592 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.
United Airlines
7,3
Good
10 390 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 592 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,4

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Kushal,Sept 2026

QRO - ATL

It was a nice one. Crew were friendly and helpful.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois?

    Departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois will take you 22h 26m. 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 Emirates, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R7 076. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and British 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 R16 407). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of R22 769). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR13 578AverageR16 516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR14 458AverageR16 852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 258AverageR17 613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 414AverageR22 390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 182AverageR23 034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 533AverageR17 645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 751AverageR18 708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 427AverageR23 313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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