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CHI — JNB
May 18 — May 251
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What to know about flights from Chicago

Discover essential information about flights departing from Chicago, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Chicago airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 13 May 2024.

Cheapest airline

KLM
On average, KLM currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Chicago.

Cheapest flights from Chicago

Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 13 May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 608 177 searches.
Sun 6/1010:15ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 23/1014:30JNB - ORD
2 stops24h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/5R13 463
Mon 14/1010:15ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 23/1014:30JNB - ORD
2 stops24h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/5R14 033
Sun 6/1010:15ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 45mEthiopian Air
Wed 23/1014:30JNB - ORD
2 stops24h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/5R14 198
Fri 1/119:45ORD - JNB
1 stop20h 20mEthiopian Air
Wed 20/1114:30JNB - ORD
2 stops24h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/5R14 621
Fri 13/910:15ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 45mEthiopian Air
Sat 28/914:30JNB - ORD
2 stops24h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/5R14 970
Tue 5/1112:55ORD - JNB
1 stop37h 55mTurkish Airlines
Tue 19/1119:05JNB - ORD
1 stop23h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/5R15 098
Wed 9/1010:15ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Wed 30/108:20JNB - ORD
2 stops31h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/5R15 208
Fri 13/910:15ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 27/923:00JNB - ORD
2 stops40h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/5R15 300
Fri 8/1112:55ORD - JNB
1 stop37h 55mTurkish Airlines
Thu 21/1119:05JNB - ORD
1 stop23h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/5R15 814

Last-minute flight deals from Chicago

Discover last-minute flight deals departing from Chicago. Take advantage of attractive deals offered by airlines for spontaneous travel. These deals are subject to availability and can provide significant savings for flexible travellers. Please note that the availability of last-minute deals can vary and may change quickly. Data last updated 13 May 2024 and based on user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 608 177 searches.
Sun 19/58:20ORD - JNB
1 stop42h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 26/519:20JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 13/5R16 255
Sun 19/513:59ORD - JNB
2 stops36h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sun 26/519:20JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 13/5R16 347
Sun 19/513:33ORD - JNB
2 stops36h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sun 26/519:20JNB - ORD
2 stops29h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 13/5R17 266
Sun 19/510:15ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Sun 26/58:20JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/5R20 994
Mon 20/523:00ORD - JNB
1 stop27h 25mBritish Airways
Sat 8/619:20JNB - ORD
1 stop25h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 13/5R23 859
Mon 20/510:15ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 45mEthiopian Air
Sat 8/614:30JNB - ORD
2 stops24h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/5R24 484
Mon 20/523:00ORD - JNB
1 stop27h 25mBritish Airways
Sat 8/619:20JNB - ORD
1 stop27h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/5R24 723
Sun 19/514:09ORD - JNB
1 stop20h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 26/519:00JNB - ORD
1 stop24h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/5R25 329
Sun 19/515:45ORD - JNB
2 stops33h 45mLufthansa
Sun 26/513:00JNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 12/5R26 229

Domestic airfare to nearby cities with cheap hotels

Discover domestic flight options from Chicago to cities with affordable hotel accommodations. Plan your travel to both enjoy budget-friendly flights and find affordable lodging in your chosen destination. Please note that the flight options are sourced from user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 608 177 searches and data was last updated 13 May 2024.
Fri 31/517:32ORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 28mJetBlue
Tue 4/68:00JFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 56mJetBlue
Deal found 13/5R2 241
Tue 4/69:36ORD - LAS
Nonstop4h 00mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/60:49LAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/5R2 296
Tue 2/76:00ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 09mDelta
Tue 16/720:59LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 47mDelta
Deal found 13/5R2 333
Wed 14/817:15ORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 23mJetBlue
Tue 20/88:05JFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 46mJetBlue
Deal found 13/5R2 333
Tue 4/67:00ORD - LAS
1 stop6h 39mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/60:49LAS - ORD
Nonstop3h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/5R2 608
Thu 30/517:32ORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 28mJetBlue
Mon 3/68:00JFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 56mJetBlue
Deal found 13/5R2 627
Thu 4/77:00ORD - LGA
Nonstop2h 13mDelta
Tue 9/720:59LGA - ORD
Nonstop2h 47mDelta
Deal found 13/5R2 718
Tue 27/817:15ORD - JFK
Nonstop2h 23mJetBlue
Sat 7/915:20JFK - ORD
Nonstop2h 50mJetBlue
Deal found 13/5R2 718
Wed 14/818:50ORD - SEA
Nonstop4h 38mDelta
Tue 20/817:55SEA - ORD
Nonstop3h 59mDelta
Deal found 13/5R2 737

Find flights from Chicago within your budget

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Chicago O'Hare IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/10

1 stop26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/10

2 stops24h 35m

R13 463

Chicago O'Hare IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 14/10

1 stop26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/10

2 stops24h 35m

R14 033

Chicago O'Hare IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/10

1 stop26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/10

2 stops24h 35m

R14 198

Chicago O'Hare IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/11

1 stop20h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/11

2 stops24h 55m

R14 621

Chicago O'Hare IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 13/9

1 stop26h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/9

2 stops24h 35m

R14 970

Chicago O'Hare IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/11

1 stop37h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/11

1 stop23h 05m

R15 098

Chicago O'Hare IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/10

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/10

2 stops31h 05m

R15 208

Chicago O'Hare IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 13/9

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/9

2 stops40h 05m

R15 300

Chicago O'Hare IntlJohannesburg OR Tambo

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/11

1 stop37h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/11

1 stop23h 05m

R15 814

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Deals found on 13/5

When is the best time to book a flight from Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chicago. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Chicago. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Chicago would be wise to consider leaving during Thursday mornings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Friday mornings when fares are usually the most expensive.
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Average price of flights from Chicago by month

Plan your trip from Chicago by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Chicago is currently R14 149 while a return flight costs R14 745. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

January

R1 616

February

R1 653

March

R1 910

April

R1 837

May

R1 561

June

R1 598

July

R1 782

August

R1 727

September

R1 837

October

R1 708

November

R1 690

December

R1 892

Airline reviews for flights from Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Chicago. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 608 177 searches.
8,0
Very Good
10 736 reviews

Food

7,4

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

8,0
Very Good
10 736 reviews
8,0
Very Good
10 736 reviews

Food

7,4

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7,9
Good
1 574 reviews
8,0
Very Good
10 736 reviews

Food

7,4

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7,8
Good
1 996 reviews
8,0
Very Good
10 736 reviews

Food

7,4

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7,7
Good
4 410 reviews
8,0
Very Good
10 736 reviews

Food

7,4

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

7,7
Good
1 056 reviews
8,0
Very Good
10 736 reviews

Food

7,4

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,9

Entertainment

8,0

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Chicago. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 13 May 2024.
  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Chicago?

    The most selected flight destinations from Chicago for the current month are Atlanta, Boston, Athens. While Boston, Atlanta, Athens are the top choices made by travellers year-round.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to anywhere?

    Looking at our data, KLM, Ethiopian Air, and United Airlines have been found to have the cheapest prices from Chicago. Here are some options available: KLM flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo (R13 634). Ethiopian Air flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo (R14 610). United Airlines flights from Chicago to Cape Town Intl (R15 125).

  • What is the shortest nonstop flight from Chicago?

    For shorter trips consider Milwaukee, South Bend, and Bloomington as potential places to explore. All can be options to fly to and are within 108 km of Chicago.

  • What is the farthest nonstop flight from Chicago?

    If flights to distant destinations are more of your preference, check pricing for Hong Kong, Taipei City, and New Delhi.

  • What are popular destinations to fly to from Chicago?

    From Chicago you can expect to find greater availability for the following destinations: New York (1 877 flights per day), Detroit (922 flights per day) and Los Angeles (647 flights per day).

  • Which airlines fly from Chicago?

    When flying from Chicago check dates and pricing for the following: KLM, Turkish Airlines, United Airlines, Ethiopian Air, British Airways. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Cape Town, Johannesburg.

  • When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago?

    Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Chicago would be wise to consider leaving during Thursday mornings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Friday mornings when fares are usually the most expensive.

  • When is the best time to book a flight from Chicago?

    Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

  • How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Chicago?

    Cheapflights makes it easy to find flights from Chicago by helping our users search from 900+ travel sites for deals. We also provide you with filters for cabin, price, airline, airports, number of stops, and many more to narrow down that perfect flight.

  • Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Chicago?

    It’s simple! Cheapflights, which is free to use for everyone, saves millions of users time and money every year by helping them find the cheapest and most suitable flights from Chicago.

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