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Cheap flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R10 981

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 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — JNB
مايو 23 — مايو 301
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 23 أبريل 2026.

ن 31/86:00
ORD
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JNB
2 stops35h 15m
Kenya Airways
ن 21/917:00
JNB
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ORD
2 stops31h 41m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 21/4R16 529
ن 31/86:00
ORD
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JNB
2 stops35h 15m
Kenya Airways
ث 22/912:10
JNB
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ORD
2 stops36h 31m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 21/4R17 006
ث 1/96:00
ORD
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JNB
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
ن 21/917:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4R17 089
ث 24/116:00
ORD
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JNB
2 stops25h 50m
Kenya Airways
س 5/121:35
JNB
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ORD
2 stops47h 59m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 20/4R17 204
ث 1/918:27
ORD
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JNB
2 stops46h 48m
Multiple Airlines
ث 22/912:10
JNB
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ORD
2 stops30h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4R17 402
ج 11/96:00
ORD
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JNB
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
ح 20/917:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops36h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4R17 434
ث 5/58:31
ORD
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JNB
2 stops32h 44m
Kenya Airways
ث 12/517:00
JNB
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ORD
2 stops45h 44m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 22/4R17 451
ر 6/56:04
ORD
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JNB
2 stops35h 11m
Kenya Airways
ن 21/917:00
JNB
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ORD
2 stops31h 41m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 22/4R17 681
ن 21/96:00
ORD
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JNB
2 stops26h 50m
Kenya Airways
ح 4/101:15
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops41h 32m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 18/4R17 714
ج 25/913:00
ORD
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JNB
2 stops43h 50m
Kenya Airways
ث 29/917:00
JNB
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ORD
2 stops31h 41m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 19/4R17 780
ن 21/96:00
ORD
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JNB
2 stops26h 50m
Kenya Airways
ح 4/1017:00
JNB
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ORD
2 stops36h 06m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 18/4R17 813
خ 7/58:34
ORD
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JNB
2 stops24h 16m
Kenya Airways
ث 12/512:10
JNB
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ORD
2 stops50h 34m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 22/4R17 879

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 23 أبريل 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 529

One-way from

R10 981

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R16 990
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 31/8-20/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 82h 41m total
  • Chicago to Johannesburg
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2/5
  • 2/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 30m total
  • Chicago to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R38 324 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R15 510 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 23 أبريل 2026.
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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

س 10/10

10:15-13:25

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

س 31/10

14:30-8:40

2 stops25h 10m

R22 077

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

خ 24/9

19:20-9:00

1 stop30h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ن 28/9

20:55-15:05

1 stop25h 10m

R23 065

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

س 5/9

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ث 15/9

17:50-9:40

1 stop22h 50m

R23 197

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ث 2/6

9:55-10:30

3 stops41h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ث 23/6

12:40-15:05

1 stop33h 25m

R23 789

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ح 23/8

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ر 2/9

18:00-9:40

1 stop22h 40m

R26 818

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ر 5/8

19:20-9:40

2 stops31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ح 16/8

12:40-11:56

2 stops30h 16m

R29 057

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ث 5/5

16:36-10:30

2 stops34h 54m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ح 10/5

9:25-16:50

3 stops38h 25m

R29 387

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

خ 28/5

16:29-10:30

2 stops35h 01m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ث 22/9

9:25-15:05

3 stops36h 40m

R33 025

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ن 8/6

6:15-3:55

3 stops38h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ن 15/6

22:50-8:15

2 stops40h 25m

R36 120

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

ث 30/6

19:16-8:45

2 stops30h 29m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ث 14/7

20:25-18:18

2 stops28h 53m

R39 182

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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 17 April 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 R9 121). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 710). 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 37% 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.

Doha (DOH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R19 421.

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 23 أبريل 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
1 004 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,7

Overall

7,2

Food

6,9

Boarding

7,2

Crew

7,6

Comfort

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LFW - ACC

Took too long to serve the refreshments. We sat in transit on the aircraft. It’s hot. They won’t even serve water. That’s not good customer. It’s because we were not in business class? 75% of your customers are in economy. Are we not good enough.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 004 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 004 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,7

Overall

7,2

Food

6,9

Boarding

7,2

Crew

7,6

Comfort

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LFW - ACC

Took too long to serve the refreshments. We sat in transit on the aircraft. It’s hot. They won’t even serve water. That’s not good customer. It’s because we were not in business class? 75% of your customers are in economy. Are we not good enough.

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?

    Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines can get you from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 20h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 10m. The distance between Chicago and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 14008 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 R9 121). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 710). 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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