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Cheap flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R9 902

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 27/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — JNB
Mar 21 — Mar 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 February 2026.

Mon 23/220:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/319:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/2R14 116
Fri 24/48:31
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops32h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/417:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops45h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2R14 485
Mon 4/520:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 13/518:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/2R14 517
Thu 27/820:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 10/917:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/2R14 581
Sun 3/56:04
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops35h 11m
Kenya Airways
Mon 18/512:10
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 11m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 16/2R14 597
Wed 18/37:00
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Kenya Airways
Tue 21/417:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 41m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 19/2R14 661
Sat 2/518:23
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops38h 27m
Kenya Airways
Mon 18/517:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops26h 21m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 16/2R14 693
Sun 5/411:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 23/417:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/2R14 821
Wed 1/411:25
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 22/418:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/2R14 885
Tue 17/312:50
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 24/319:10
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/2R15 093
Sun 19/420:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 27/418:00
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 17/2R15 110
Mon 6/420:10
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 2/717:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 16/2R15 254

Find flight deals from Chicago to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 19 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R14 116

One-way from

R9 902

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R16 856
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 4/3-10/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 55m total
  • Chicago to Johannesburg
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3/3
  • 3/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 05m total
  • Chicago to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R31 787 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R11 955 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chicago to OR Tambo 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 19 February 2026.
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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 24/4

8:31-15:50

2 stops24h 19m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

17:00-7:41

2 stops45h 41m

R14 485

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 19/3

12:50-10:50

1 stop39h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

17:50-9:40

1 stop22h 50m

R15 638

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/3

9:45-20:10

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/3

8:20-8:40

2 stops31h 20m

R15 654

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/5

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 24/5

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

R15 686

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

R16 167

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/5

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

R16 327

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 19/3

17:50-15:50

2 stops39h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

17:00-12:57

2 stops26h 57m

R16 712

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/3

9:45-20:10

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

14:30-8:40

2 stops25h 10m

R16 936

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/5

12:52-19:40

1 stop23h 48m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 16/5

21:55-11:56

1 stop21h 01m

R28 248

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/4

12:47-19:40

1 stop23h 53m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

21:55-16:26

1 stop25h 31m

R28 248

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chicago to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 18 February 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should look to book at least 21 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R12 290). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 356). 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 Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Share of one-stop return flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Istanbul (IST) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 31% of one-stop itineraries from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Istanbul (IST) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R19 795.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 21h 40m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 50m.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 19 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Ethiopian Air from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
962 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,6

Overall

7,2

Food

6,9

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,1

Boarding

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Samith,Feb 2026

JNB - ADD

Boarding experience was unprofessional and disorganized. Food was okay. Had to call cabin crew 4 times for a glass of water. Cabin crew carried themselves with an attitude. After landing in Jeddah, one of my baggage never came and I have been contacting Ethiopian Airlines for the past 5 days. Either no response or always saying there's no updates. Would not recommend especially if you're trying to avoid getting your baggage lost.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
962 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
962 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,6

Overall

7,2

Food

6,9

Entertainment

6,7

Comfort

7,1

Boarding

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Samith,Feb 2026

JNB - ADD

Boarding experience was unprofessional and disorganized. Food was okay. Had to call cabin crew 4 times for a glass of water. Cabin crew carried themselves with an attitude. After landing in Jeddah, one of my baggage never came and I have been contacting Ethiopian Airlines for the past 5 days. Either no response or always saying there's no updates. Would not recommend especially if you're trying to avoid getting your baggage lost.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to OR Tambo. 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 Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air, and Delta can get you from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 23h 48m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 12m. The distance between Chicago and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 13993 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to OR Tambo 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 Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R12 290). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R19 356). 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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