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Cheap flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R10 596

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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — JNB
Aug 18 — Aug 251
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or March, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 13 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 699

One-way from

R10 596

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R21 474
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 22/9-2/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 45m total
  • Chicago to Johannesburg
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1/10
  • 1/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 35m total
  • Chicago to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R17 456 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 345 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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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 13 August 2025.

Thu 18/910:15ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 9/108:20JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/8R15 699
Fri 17/1010:15ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 3/118:20JNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/8R16 300
Wed 10/910:15ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 10/108:20JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/8R16 423
Wed 17/910:15ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 17/108:20JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/8R16 441
Mon 8/96:45ORD - JNB
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/917:00JNB - ORD
2 stops26h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/8R16 829
Sat 27/910:15ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 10/108:20JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/8R17 059
Fri 26/910:15ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 3/108:20JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/8R17 236
Thu 25/910:15ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 2/1014:30JNB - ORD
2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/8R17 271
Sat 11/1010:15ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 25/108:20JNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/8R17 289
Mon 13/1010:15ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 27/108:20JNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/8R17 324
Mon 8/910:31MDW - JNB
1 stop26h 09mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 23/921:55JNB - MDW
1 stop26h 40mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/8R28 255
Mon 8/916:25MDW - JNB
1 stop20h 15mDelta
Tue 23/921:55JNB - MDW
2 stops27h 40mDelta
Deal found 11/8R28 343

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Price

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 22/9

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/10

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

R15 699

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 18/9

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/10

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

R15 699

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 22/10

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/11

8:20-7:40

2 stops31h 20m

R15 717

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 17/10

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/11

8:20-7:40

2 stops31h 20m

R16 300

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/9

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/10

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

R16 423

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 17/9

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/10

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

R16 423

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 27/9

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/10

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

R16 423

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 22/9

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/10

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

R16 441

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/9

10:31-19:40

1 stop26h 09m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/9

21:55-17:35

1 stop26h 40m

R28 255

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/9

16:25-19:40

1 stop20h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/9

21:55-18:35

2 stops27h 40m

R28 343

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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 8 August 2025.

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 54 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 CHI to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 13 August 2025.

When flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight at midday.

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 25% 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 R16 679.

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 Newark (EWR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 18h 50m.

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 Newark (EWR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 46m.

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 13 August 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines 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.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 920 reviews
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Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Food

6,6

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 920 reviews
United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 920 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,4

Boarding

7,7

Food

6,6

Crew

8,1

Comfort

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from R15 699. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Virgin Atlantic, from R28 255, and Delta, from R28 343. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 25% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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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