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Cheap flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R11 453

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 19/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — JNB
Jul 16 — Jul 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to OR Tambo

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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 16 June 2026.

Fri 23/1010:30
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop37h 40m
Egyptair
Mon 16/1121:45
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop38h 30m
Egyptair
Deal found 12/6R20 754
Tue 29/919:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/1014:05
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop32h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/6R20 818
Tue 27/1018:50
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 18/1120:20
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop26h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/6R20 835
Mon 16/116:00
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops25h 50m
Kenya Airways
Sun 29/1117:00
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops27h 36m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 13/6R20 916
Sat 14/1120:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 23/1118:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop23h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/6R20 932
Sun 25/1010:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 15/1114:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/6R20 948
Sun 8/1111:45
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop39h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 28/1118:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/6R21 013
Fri 13/1120:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 22/1118:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop23h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/6R21 045
Sun 6/127:00
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops43h 55m
Kenya Airways
Sun 20/1212:05
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops37h 29m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/6R21 110
Sat 24/1021:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 19/1118:50
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop23h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 12/6R21 174
Sat 22/819:20
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 2/93:10
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops42h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/6R21 207
Mon 21/910:15
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 3/1014:30
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 14/6R21 239

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 16 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R20 754

One-way from

R11 453

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R22 388
Egyptair
  • Egyptair
  • 23/10-16/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 76h 10m total
  • Chicago to Johannesburg
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 19/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 40h 05m total
  • Chicago to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R40 244 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (R16 517 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 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 16 June 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/10

10:15-13:25

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/10

8:20-8:15

2 stops30h 55m

R21 271

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 26/10

21:15-11:00

1 stop30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/11

18:50-10:00

1 stop23h 10m

R21 498

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/11

21:15-11:00

1 stop29h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/11

18:50-10:00

1 stop23h 10m

R21 983

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

19:20-4:00

1 stop25h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/12

12:45-14:30

1 stop33h 45m

R22 113

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/8

20:10-10:30

1 stop31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/8

18:00-9:40

1 stop22h 40m

R24 329

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 21/11

16:25-3:55

3 stops27h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/11

14:30-7:40

2 stops25h 10m

R31 915

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 31/7

11:25-10:30

1 stop40h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

18:00-9:40

1 stop22h 40m

R32 093

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 17/7

10:15-0:05

2 stops30h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/8

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

R32 255

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/11

10:35-19:00

1 stop24h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/11

21:55-11:56

1 stop22h 01m

R33 161

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/9

11:35-19:40

1 stop25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 22/9

21:55-18:11

2 stops27h 16m

R33 646

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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

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 R8 962). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 454). 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 28% 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 082.

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.

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

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 38 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.

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 16 June 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
1 007 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,2

Crew

7,6

Comfort

7,1

Food

6,9

Overall

7,2

Entertainment

6,7

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
1 007 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 007 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,2

Crew

7,6

Comfort

7,1

Food

6,9

Overall

7,2

Entertainment

6,7

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, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways can get you from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in just under 20h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 35m. 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 R8 962). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 454). 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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