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Cheap flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R12 094

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 29/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — JNB
Apr 22 — Apr 291
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or January, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 17 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R17 498

One-way from

R12 094

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 332
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 6/9-16/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 00m total
  • Chicago to Johannesburg
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 29/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 37h 50m total
  • Chicago to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (R76 487 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R10 379 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

Find flight deals from Chicago to OR Tambo

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 17 April 2025.

Mon 10/1111:55ORD - JNB
1 stop38h 55mTurkish Airlines
Sat 22/1119:05JNB - ORD
1 stop23h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/4R17 441
Wed 7/519:15ORD - JNB
1 stop31h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 21/521:15JNB - ORD
1 stop25h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/4R17 574
Fri 17/1010:15ORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 28/1014:30JNB - ORD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/4R18 159
Sat 11/107:30ORD - JNB
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/101:15JNB - ORD
2 stops43h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4R18 972
Sun 14/99:00ORD - JNB
2 stops25h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 22/919:00JNB - ORD
1 stop24h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/4R20 654
Fri 17/107:30ORD - JNB
2 stops44h 25mKenya Airways
Mon 27/1012:10JNB - ORD
2 stops36h 26mKenya Airways
Deal found 16/4R20 861
Tue 29/415:45ORD - JNB
1 stop34h 35mSWISS
Wed 7/519:35JNB - ORD
1 stop27h 20mSWISS
Deal found 17/4R21 126
Sun 9/1120:20ORD - JNB
2 stops30h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 18/1119:45JNB - ORD
1 stop26h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 16/4R21 391
Thu 18/913:55ORD - JNB
1 stop35h 25mEtihad Airways
Mon 29/99:50JNB - ORD
1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R22 959
Thu 18/919:20ORD - JNB
1 stop37h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 25/1013:55JNB - ORD
1 stop32h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/4R23 242
Thu 8/518:15ORD - JNB
1 stop31h 20mLufthansa
Fri 23/519:00JNB - ORD
1 stop24h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 16/4R24 225
Sun 1/613:08MDW - JNB
2 stops25h 12mKLM
Sun 8/623:15JNB - MDW
2 stops26h 26mKLM
Deal found 16/4R29 535

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Chicago

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OR Tambo

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/9

23:45-10:35

1 stop27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/9

17:50-22:00

1 stop35h 10m

R17 498

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/5

19:15-9:25

1 stop31h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

21:15-15:55

1 stop25h 40m

R17 574

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 25/9

10:15-13:05

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/10

14:30-8:15

2 stops24h 45m

R18 670

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/10

7:30-15:50

2 stops25h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/10

1:15-13:18

2 stops43h 03m

R18 972

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 14/9

9:00-17:45

2 stops25h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 22/9

19:00-12:55

1 stop24h 55m

R20 654

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 29/4

15:45-9:20

1 stop34h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/5

19:35-15:55

1 stop27h 20m

R21 126

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/5

7:00-15:50

2 stops25h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/5

17:00-17:29

2 stops31h 29m

R22 638

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 18/9

13:55-8:20

1 stop35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 29/9

9:50-8:45

1 stop29h 55m

R22 959

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 18/9

19:20-16:10

1 stop37h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/10

13:55-15:30

1 stop32h 35m

R23 242

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/5

18:15-8:35

1 stop31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/5

19:00-12:55

1 stop24h 55m

R24 225

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to OR Tambo

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chicago to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

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 54 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 month to book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 April 2025.

When flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight at midday.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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 17 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM and SWISS from Chicago to Johannesburg. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,9

Crew

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,9

Crew

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,9

Crew

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,9

Crew

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,9

Crew

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,9

Crew

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,0

Comfort

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip from R17 498. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are British Airways, from R17 574, and Ethiopian Air, from R18 670. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 21% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R12 094 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from R13 454 and SWISS from R14 626 one-way.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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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