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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Chicago from R11 579

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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
Mar 13 — Mar 201
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg to Chicago are usually found in February or October, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Chicago (CHI). 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 8 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 323

One-way from

R11 579

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R19 140
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 2/4-9/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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2/6
  • 2/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 38m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R12 244 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 660 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 March 2025.

Wed 2/414:30JNB - ORD
2 stops24h 35mEthiopian Air
Wed 9/410:15ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/3R16 323
Mon 21/49:50JNB - ORD
1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways
Mon 28/413:55ORD - JNB
1 stop35h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/3R16 359
Wed 7/517:55JNB - ORD
1 stop22h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/619:50ORD - JNB
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/3R16 668
Tue 11/322:00JNB - ORD
2 stops27h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 24/314:00ORD - JNB
2 stops21h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3R17 577
Tue 11/319:40JNB - ORD
2 stops32h 04mDelta
Mon 24/318:36ORD - JNB
2 stops31h 49mDelta
Deal found 7/3R17 777
Sun 27/412:10JNB - ORD
2 stops36h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/57:10ORD - JNB
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/3R17 940
Wed 11/618:50JNB - ORD
1 stop27h 10mAir France
Wed 25/617:10ORD - JNB
1 stop32h 20mAir France
Deal found 8/3R18 395
Tue 29/41:15JNB - ORD
2 stops47h 40mKenya Airways
Sat 17/57:00ORD - JNB
2 stops34h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 8/3R18 813
Thu 8/518:50JNB - MDW
2 stops27h 40mDelta
Tue 10/613:00MDW - JNB
2 stops25h 20mDelta
Deal found 7/3R18 940
Wed 7/521:15JNB - ORD
2 stops28h 45mBritish Airways
Thu 12/621:15ORD - JNB
1 stop29h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/3R18 976
Fri 2/521:15JNB - ORD
2 stops27h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/622:15ORD - JNB
2 stops28h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3R19 467
Wed 30/423:15JNB - ORD
1 stop21h 55mKLM
Wed 11/616:20ORD - JNB
1 stop22h 00mKLM
Deal found 7/3R19 849

Find flights from Johannesburg to Chicago within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Chicago 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 8 March 2025.

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Johannesburg

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Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/4

14:30-8:05

2 stops24h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/4

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

R16 323

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/4

9:50-8:45

1 stop29h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 28/4

13:55-8:20

1 stop35h 25m

R16 359

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

17:55-9:40

1 stop22h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/6

19:50-10:35

1 stop31h 45m

R16 668

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/5

23:15-14:40

1 stop22h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 28/5

10:05-21:20

2 stops28h 15m

R17 868

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/4

12:10-17:55

2 stops36h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/5

7:10-0:15

2 stops34h 05m

R17 940

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/6

18:50-15:00

1 stop27h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/6

17:10-8:30

1 stop32h 20m

R18 395

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/4

1:15-17:55

2 stops47h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 17/5

7:00-0:15

2 stops34h 15m

R18 813

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 8/5

18:50-15:30

2 stops27h 40m

Chicago Midway

Fri 13/6

13:00-21:20

2 stops25h 20m

R18 940

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

21:15-19:00

2 stops28h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/6

19:15-9:25

1 stop31h 10m

R18 976

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/5

21:15-17:40

2 stops27h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/6

22:15-9:25

2 stops28h 10m

R19 467

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Travel insights for flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Johannesburg to Chicago including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 7 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg to Chicago, you should look to book at least 69 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 time of day to fly from JNB to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 March 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated 8 March 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Delta and KLM from Johannesburg to Chicago have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 227 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 227 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 227 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 024 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 227 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 322 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 227 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Cathay Pacific
7,5
Good
828 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 227 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 555 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 227 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

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

    Flying on Ethiopian Air is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at R16 323. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Etihad Airways and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at R16 359 and R16 668, respectively. Ethiopian Air is priced at 17% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Chicago one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R12 960. Users have also found prices from R13 124 and R13 905 on Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, respectively.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Chicago?

    Most of the time, Johannesburg to Chicago flights that have stopovers will stop in London. Johannesburg to Chicago flights stop in Addis Ababa the next most.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in London?

    The majority of London visitors spend their time at Russell Square, St. Paul's Cathedral, and Tower Bridge. Russell Square, St. Paul's Cathedral, and Tower Bridge can be visited by traveling about 23,5 km, 25,2 km, and 26,6 km respectively from London Heathrow. Travellers can rent a car at London Heathrow for an average daily rate of R573 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Chicago flights?

    Flights departing from Johannesburg and landing in Chicago stopover in Rome least frequently.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Chicago 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 Johannesburg to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR15 361AverageR19 467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapestR15 451AverageR22 104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 452AverageR16 869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 879AverageR20 989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapestR16 367AverageR18 952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 629AverageR20 994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR16 826AverageR21 043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR17 135AverageR20 389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 183AverageR22 962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 658AverageR20 934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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