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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago from R13 171

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 15/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
Nov 25 — Dec 21
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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

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Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 636 650 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/12

19:35-23:20

2 stops35h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 29/1

11:15-18:35

2 stops23h 20m

R17 387

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/2

1:15-12:05

2 stops42h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 24/2

7:05-0:15

2 stops33h 10m

R17 766

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/2

1:15-12:05

2 stops42h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 24/2

7:05-16:00

2 stops24h 55m

R17 928

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/12

19:25-14:00

2 stops26h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 20/2

20:40-10:20

2 stops29h 40m

R17 982

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/12

23:55-21:46

2 stops29h 51m

Chicago Midway

Wed 29/1

14:08-22:00

2 stops23h 52m

R18 270

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/11

8:20-7:40

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 25/11

9:45-20:00

1 stop26h 15m

R19 622

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/12

23:55-18:52

2 stops26h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 31/12

12:30-22:00

2 stops25h 30m

R20 180

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/12

23:55-21:17

2 stops29h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/1

10:30-22:00

2 stops27h 30m

R21 423

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/12

19:40-17:11

2 stops29h 31m

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/1

9:34-22:00

2 stops28h 26m

R21 441

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/12

19:40-15:05

1 stop27h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/12

17:20-9:25

1 stop32h 05m

R24 955

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 20 November 2024.

Round-trip from

R17 387

One-way from

R13 171

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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 4/12-29/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 59h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 15/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2024.

Wed 4/1219:35JNB - ORD
2 stops35h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 29/111:15ORD - JNB
2 stops23h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11R17 387
Wed 11/1219:25JNB - ORD
2 stops26h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 20/220:40ORD - JNB
2 stops29h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 19/11R17 982
Tue 3/121:15JNB - ORD
2 stops40h 49mKenya Airways
Wed 29/17:00ORD - JNB
2 stops40h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/11R18 270
Wed 4/1223:55JNB - MDW
2 stops29h 51mKLM
Wed 29/114:08MDW - JNB
2 stops23h 52mKLM
Deal found 19/11R18 270
Fri 22/111:15JNB - ORD
2 stops40h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 25/117:05ORD - JNB
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11R19 477
Sat 23/118:20JNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 25/119:45ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/11R19 622
Tue 24/1223:55JNB - ORD
2 stops26h 57mKLM
Tue 31/1212:30ORD - JNB
2 stops25h 30mKLM
Deal found 20/11R20 180
Tue 24/1223:55JNB - ORD
2 stops29h 22mDelta
Thu 9/110:30ORD - JNB
2 stops27h 30mDelta
Deal found 19/11R21 423
Tue 24/1219:40JNB - MDW
2 stops29h 31mDelta
Thu 9/19:34MDW - JNB
2 stops28h 26mDelta
Deal found 19/11R21 441
Sun 1/1219:40JNB - ORD
1 stop27h 25mAir France
Sun 8/1217:20ORD - JNB
1 stop32h 05mAir France
Deal found 19/11R24 955
Sun 1/1210:10JNB - ORD
1 stop40h 15mLufthansa
Sun 8/1222:35ORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 20/11R27 820
Sun 22/1219:40JNB - MDW
2 stops28h 44mAir France
Mon 30/129:30MDW - JNB
2 stops39h 55mAir France
Deal found 19/11R29 243

Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Chicago

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to Chicago

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo 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 20 November 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 10% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 18 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 20 November 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Kenya Airways, Air France and Ethiopian Air from Johannesburg to Chicago to help guide your decision. 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
3 485 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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
3 485 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8 758 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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
1 350 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

SWISS
7,6
Good
1 637 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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
7,5
Good
3 832 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 485 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R17 387 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Kenya Airways and British Airways, starting at R17 928 and R17 982 round-trip. Users have found that United Airlines is 8% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R13 171. Users have also found prices from R13 856 and R14 775 on Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways, respectively.

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

    Flights departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and landing in Chicago stopover in London most frequently. Addis Ababa follows London in terms of the most common stopover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago flights.

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

    Most London visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Hyde Park, London Eye, and Russell Square. Travellers on a stopover London can visit Hyde Park, London Eye, and Russell Square, by traveling 20,1 km, 23,6 km, and 23,5 km, respectively after landing at London Heathrow. Those looking to explore during their stopover in London can hire a car from London Heathrow for about R412 per day.

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

    Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Rome.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Chicago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 636 650 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR14 482AverageR19 516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 010AverageR20 795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 468AverageR16 722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 786AverageR17 535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestR16 477AverageR19 959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 484AverageR20 811FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR16 986AverageR20 211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 382AverageR22 602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR17 931AverageR22 246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 289AverageR24 381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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