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Cheapest return flight
R17 209
Typical prices: R17 927-R26 692
Kenya Airways
Wed 28/2Wed 7/3
ORD - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R10 532
Typical prices: R13 227-R19 708
Egyptair
Sun 11/11
ORD - JNB • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 24% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg R21 819 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 19h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Johannesburg (ORD-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from O'Hare Intl to OR Tambo

Sun, Feb 28 - Sun, Mar 7
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6:00 - 15:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 50m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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17:00 - 12:36JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 36m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R17 209Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
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6:00 - 15:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 50m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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5:25 - 17:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
43h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R17 209Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
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6:00 - 0:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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12:05 - 17:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
37h 15m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R17 209Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Feb 10
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6:00 - 0:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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17:00 - 12:36JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 36m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R17 209Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 7 - Thu, Feb 25
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6:00 - 0:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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17:00 - 17:34JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 34m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R17 226Kenya Airways
Mon, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 19
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6:00 - 10:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
44h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
17:00 - 17:34JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 34m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R17 226Kenya Airways
Mon, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:00 - 15:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 50m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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1:35 - 12:46JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
43h 11m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R17 226Kenya Airways
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 - 0:25ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:00 - 12:46JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 46m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R17 226Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Thu, Mar 25
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16:26 - 4:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 34m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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20:20 - 15:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R23 239Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Nov 11
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16:26 - 4:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 34m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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20:20 - 14:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R24 087Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at R16 478 return.
•December (R31 013) and July (R28 140) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 88% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R10 532
Beat the crowds with an average 48% drop in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to OR Tambo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to OR Tambo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A direct flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 00m, covering 22 543 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Return flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from R17 927 to R26 692, with an average of R21 739 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 927 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 3% above the R21 739 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R17 209 to R158 906. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R11 919, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R113 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • Alamo
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 27% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R19 684 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R26 462, a difference of R6 777.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 51m, compared to 21h 24m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 22h 02m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 7 hours ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (South Africa Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Gold Reef City, Gallagher Convention Centre, and Sandton Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R19 684, about R6 777 less than Friday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for February. Fares historically average R16 478 return in that month – typically R14 535 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

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