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Cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R10 472

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 10/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — JNB
Aug 26 — Sep 21
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in March or October, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 21 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 708

One-way from

R10 472

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R23 031
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 22/10-10/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 58h 15m total
  • Chicago to Johannesburg
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10/11
  • 10/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 50m total
  • Chicago to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R47 565 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R13 445 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 August 2025.

Wed 22/1010:15ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/118:20JNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/8R15 708
Thu 18/910:15ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 9/108:20JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/8R15 743
Thu 2/1010:15ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/108:20JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/8R16 469
Thu 11/910:15ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 2/108:20JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/8R16 486
Sun 5/1010:15ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 19/108:20JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/8R16 610
Mon 22/910:15ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 2/108:20JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/8R16 628
Sun 14/910:15ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Wed 1/108:20JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/8R16 681
Wed 5/117:00ORD - JNB
2 stops24h 50mKenya Airways
Thu 13/1117:00JNB - ORD
2 stops32h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 21/8R16 875
Sat 4/1017:00ORD - JNB
2 stops39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/1017:00JNB - ORD
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8R16 982
Wed 10/910:15ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Wed 24/914:30JNB - ORD
2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/8R17 105
Sat 4/1010:15ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/108:20JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/8R17 265

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/10

10:15-20:10

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/10

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

R16 610

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

R16 628

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

R16 663

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/9

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/9

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

R16 681

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/11

6:44-15:50

2 stops25h 06m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/11

12:05-17:45

2 stops37h 40m

R16 875

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/11

7:00-15:50

2 stops24h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/11

17:00-17:45

2 stops32h 45m

R16 875

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/11

6:44-15:50

2 stops25h 06m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/11

12:05-17:45

2 stops37h 40m

R16 875

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/10

17:00-15:50

2 stops39h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 19/10

17:00-12:10

2 stops26h 10m

R16 982

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/9

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 24/9

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

R17 105

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 24/9

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/10

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

R17 406

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from O'Hare Intl to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 71 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 ORD to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 21 August 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    For as low as R16 610, Ethiopian Air can have you in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in 26h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 14008 km.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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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