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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago from R12 049

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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — CHI
Dec 24 — Dec 311
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

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Chicago

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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

R17 339

One-way from

R12 049

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R21 380
KLM
  • KLM
  • 23/1-30/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 2/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Chicago
High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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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 19 December 2024.

Mon 23/1222:00JNB - ORD
2 stops28h 43mUnited Airlines
Mon 30/128:57ORD - JNB
2 stops25h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12R19 206
Mon 23/1223:55JNB - ORD
2 stops29h 22mDelta
Mon 30/127:00ORD - JNB
2 stops31h 00mDelta
Deal found 17/12R20 238
Mon 23/1219:40JNB - MDW
2 stops34h 26mDelta
Mon 30/129:30MDW - JNB
2 stops28h 30mDelta
Deal found 17/12R20 257
Sun 22/1223:55JNB - ORD
2 stops47h 10mAir France
Mon 30/1216:25ORD - JNB
2 stops33h 00mAir France
Deal found 17/12R21 307
Mon 30/128:40JNB - ORD
2 stops36h 22mKenya Airways
Fri 3/18:15ORD - JNB
2 stops39h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 18/12R26 924
Mon 30/1223:55JNB - ORD
2 stops32h 01mKLM
Fri 3/116:25ORD - JNB
1 stop21h 35mKLM
Deal found 18/12R37 451
Sun 22/121:40JNB - ORD
2 stops51h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 30/1218:20ORD - JNB
2 stops37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12R37 759
Sun 22/1210:30JNB - ORD
3 stops29h 10mEthiopian Air
Mon 30/129:45ORD - JNB
2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/12R43 231

Find flights from OR Tambo to Chicago within your budget

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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/1

19:40-15:05

1 stop27h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 30/1

13:40-22:00

2 stops24h 20m

R17 339

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/1

19:35-19:37

2 stops32h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 30/1

15:15-18:35

1 stop19h 20m

R17 376

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/1

23:55-16:15

1 stop24h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/2

17:50-21:35

2 stops43h 45m

R17 412

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/1

19:40-16:21

2 stops28h 41m

Chicago Midway

Thu 30/1

9:34-19:00

2 stops25h 26m

R17 448

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/1

1:15-13:23

2 stops44h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 30/1

7:05-15:50

2 stops24h 45m

R21 434

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/1

12:20-7:40

4 stops51h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 30/1

9:45-20:00

1 stop26h 15m

R31 309

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/1

3:10-14:30

2 stops43h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/2

19:05-2:20

2 stops47h 15m

R32 450

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/12

23:55-23:56

2 stops32h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/1

16:25-22:00

1 stop21h 35m

R37 451

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/1

16:10-14:55

3 stops30h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/2

19:45-20:25

3 stops40h 40m

R86 426

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/4

17:55-9:50

1 stop22h 55m

R12 049

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to Chicago

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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 13 December 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 19 December 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 11% 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 16 December 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 19 December 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Delta 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.
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.

8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.

8,0
Very Good
8 604 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.

7,8
Good
1 349 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.

7,6
Good
1 605 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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.

7,4
Good
1 505 reviews
8,1
Very Good
3 412 reviews

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

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 376 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are SWISS and Delta, starting at R17 412 and R17 448 round-trip. Users have found that United Airlines is 9% 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 R12 049. Users have also found prices from R12 774 and R14 277 on Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways, respectively.

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

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

    Most London visitors opt to spend their time experiencing London Eye, Russell Square, and St. Paul's Cathedral. Travellers on a stopover London can visit London Eye, Russell Square, and St. Paul's Cathedral, by traveling 23,6 km, 23,5 km, and 25,2 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 R677 per day.

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

  • 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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Ethiopian AirCheapestR15 091AverageR20 787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 324AverageR16 456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR15 486AverageR19 625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestR15 941AverageR17 759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR16 576AverageR20 927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR16 640AverageR20 424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR17 081AverageR20 323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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United AirlinesCheapestR17 479AverageR22 747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 031AverageR22 370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR19 830AverageR24 587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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