CHI - JNB

R11 980 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to Johannesburg

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Cheapest return fare
R17 261
Typical prices: R28 274-R18 378
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/9Sun 20/9
ORD - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R11 980
Typical prices: R13 729-R15 462
Qatar Airways
Sun 2/8
ORD - JNB • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from R17 794 (return)
Best reviews • 7,2 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Chicago and OR Tambo. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg R20 237 (return)
Shortest trip • 25h 40m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 29% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Johannesburg (CHI-JNB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Chicago to Johannesburg that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Chicago to OR Tambo

Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 - 15:50
ORD
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JNB
26h 50m
2 stops
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1:15 - 17:41
JNB
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ORD
47h 26m
2 stops
R17 261Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15
Kenya Airways Logo
6:00 - 0:15
ORD
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JNB
35h 15m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 11:47
JNB
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ORD
25h 47m
2 stops
R17 794Kenya Airways
Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Nov 23
Kenya Airways Logo
6:00 - 10:55
ORD
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JNB
45h 55m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 17:34
JNB
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ORD
32h 34m
2 stops
R18 544Kenya Airways
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:30 - 15:50
ORD
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JNB
43h 20m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:00 - 11:47
JNB
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ORD
25h 47m
2 stops
R18 644Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:30 - 15:50
ORD
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JNB
43h 20m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:00 - 11:47
JNB
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ORD
25h 47m
2 stops
R18 661Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 22 - Mon, Sep 7
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6:00 - 15:50
ORD
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JNB
26h 50m
2 stops
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17:00 - 17:20
JNB
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ORD
31h 20m
2 stops
R19 211Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 21
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10:30 - 7:10
ORD
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JNB
37h 40m
1 stop
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21:45 - 5:15
JNB
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ORD
38h 30m
1 stop
R19 910Egyptair
Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11
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11:50 - 10:50
ORD
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JNB
39h 00m
1 stop
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19:05 - 10:05
JNB
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ORD
23h 00m
1 stop
R20 227Turkish Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Sat, Oct 24
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17:25 - 19:40
MDW
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JNB
19h 15m
1 stop
Delta Logo
21:55 - 16:25
JNB
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MDW
25h 30m
1 stop
R34 589Delta
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Nov 3
Delta Logo
17:25 - 19:40
MDW
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JNB
19h 15m
1 stop
Delta Logo
21:55 - 16:50
JNB
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MDW
26h 55m
2 stops
R34 656Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to OR Tambo flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to OR Tambo to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport departing in September.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is February, where tickets cost R9 230 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R16 711 and R15 495 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flightR11 980
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (14% more expensive on average)
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Johannesburg

When to book flights from Chicago to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to OR Tambo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Chicago to Johannesburg flights

  • What is the best means of transport to the city center from JNB airport?

    The airport primarily provides links to private cab services as well as a rail network that runs into the heart of the city. A cab traveling to or from the airport in Johannesburg takes around 40min.

  • Are there rental car facilities at JNB airport?

    Avis, Hertz, Thrifty, Europcar, and Bidvest are just some of the vehicle rental agencies you may find at Johannesburg's OR Tambo Airport. First Automobile, Tempest, Select Car Hire, and Woodford are just a few more of the car rental agencies you will find at JNB. Companies competing to serve tenants coming at JNB in Johannesburg provide competitive pricing and services.

  • Are there hotels near ORD airport?

    The Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport is the closest hotel to the airport terminals (Terminals 1, 2, and 3) without actually sleeping on the tarmac. No matter what time of day you have to leave, you may take advantage of the free 24h shuttle service and front desk service.

  • Where can I park at ORD airport?

    Long-term parkers at O'Hare International Airport may choose between the Daily Parking Garage, the Daily Lots, or the Economy Parking Lots. Economy parking is located north of the International Parking Lot and northeast of the domestic terminals.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport was R11 980 for a one-way ticket and R17 261 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Johannesburg?

    There are 2 airports in Chicago (Chicago Midway and Chicago O'Hare Intl.) and only 1 airport in Johannesburg (Johannesburg OR Tambo). The cheapest flights are generally found on the Chicago O'Hare Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Johannesburg?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Johannesburg?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Johannesburg.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Johannesburg?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Johannesburg from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Johannesburg?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Johannesburg with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Johannesburg from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

  • If you are traveling from Chicago, you can use either the O'Hare International (ORD) Airport or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). While O'Hare is the primary airport for international travel into and out of Chicago, MDW is considered the secondary airport.
  • Visit one of the airport lounges at either ORD or MDW to make the most of the time you have before or after your flight. These lounges are accessible at both airports.
  • Nursing rooms are available for use by travelers at both the ORD and MDW airports, which are the two main airports in the area. These rooms are equipped with nursing pods as well as stations that have been designed specifically for women who are breastfeeding their small children. They were created with the intention of giving women a calm setting in which they could nurse their infants or pump breast milk in order to cater to the requirements of their family.
  • Terminals A and B at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) are linked to one another by a central terminal building that manages check-in and baggage, and that also enables passengers to go between Terminals A and B through either the landside or the airside. The airport is home to well over one hundred different stores, restaurants, cafés, bars, and other types of service providers; however, the majority of the shops and eateries shut at 11pm . Wi-Fi is offered to guests as a means of helping them pass the time.
  • Services are available at JNB and the Chicago airports (MDW and ORD) to help travelers who are having trouble finding their way about the airport or making full use of its numerous amenities. Any time before, during, or after your trip, you may reach out to them for more details on their wheelchair rental and airport transportation services.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Chicago to OR Tambo

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Johannesburg. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to OR Tambo? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Ethiopian AirOverall score based on 999 reviews
7,2Boarding
6,9Food
6,7Entertainment
7,6Crew
7,1Comfort
Airline reviews

The TV wasn't working No music for the whole flight from JFK to LOS It was too burring.

8,0 ExcellentAbike, Apr 2026
JFK - ABJ
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The TV wasn't working No music for the whole flight from JFK to LOS It was too burring.

Flight was delayed by two hours. This really messed things up because I missed my connecting flight in Addis. I had a meeting in Entebbe which was scrapped because my flight from Addis landed later in the day.

To the Ethiopian Airlines Customer Relations Team, I am writing to formally express my disappointment regarding my recent travel experience with Ethiopian Airlines on flight 629/352. Unfortunately, the level of service provided fell significantly short of the standards I expected from your airline. I would like to highlight the following serious issues encountered during the journey: • Cabin Condition and Hygiene: The aircraft cabin was notably poorly maintained. The seating area was dirty, and there was a persistent, unpleasant odor throughout the flight, which made the environment very uncomfortable for passengers. • Inadequate Service: The overall level of service provided by the staff was unsatisfactory and did not reflect a professional passenger experience. • Baggage Loss: Upon arrival, I was informed that my luggage was lost. This is particularly distressing as it has caused significant personal inconvenience and disruption to my schedule. As a frequent traveler, I value reliability and a clean cabin environment. I request that you investigate these matters immediately, provide an update on the status of my missing baggage, and outline how you intend to compensate for these failures in service. I look forward to your prompt response and a resolution to my lost luggage claim. Sincerely, Puguh

I paid for internet that did not work and had to pay more to have it

Boarding was disorganized. Cabin crew was rude. Food was okay. Baggage was lost in Jeddah. Called airline for the past 5 days, either no response or saying the same thing as always which was "No bag has arrived. It should be here by tonight."

We had a good flight experience with this airline despite reading many negative comments

The crew was unfriendly and very rude to name a few (Helina). I felt unsafe due to most of the cabinets were open while on flight. All in all the flight was ok, but the crew needed more training on customer service most of all for international flights.

The plane was ok, I was in business class and was surprised there were no pods and each seat was right next to another one. That said it was comfortable and the food and coffee were good. Entertainment wise again I was surprised to see only movies and no TV shows. Check-in at Toronto Pearson was an absolute disaster, which was especially disappointing as I was a business class passenger. There was no dedicated staffing for the business counter and four (4) airlines employees assisted one economy class passenger for about 15 minutes when one could have easily assisted me. Overall room for improvement, particularly in the on-ground experience and airplane infrastructure.

Delay not posted, only departure time listed- not boarding time. We left an hour late and arrived 45 min late. Restrooms had backed up sinks and toilets not flushed ) passenger error). Lots of screen for entertainment didn’t work. But we arrived with our luggage

The plane was old and the luggage racks above us were visibly shaking during turbulence. Water was dripping on our heads during landing. Our flight was over 2 hours late departing but we were not updated or told what to expect as the screen at the gate continued to read “on time”

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