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Cheap flights from Chicago to Johannesburg from $661

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11:55 am - 10:45 amORD-JNB
38h 50m1 stop
7:05 pm - 7:35 pmJNB-ORD
31h 30m1 stop
$784Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Feb 10 - Wed, Mar 19
8:30 pm - 10:45 amORD-JNB
30h 15m1 stop
7:05 pm - 10:10 amJNB-ORD
23h 05m1 stop
$813Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Feb 19 - Fri, Feb 28
10:00 pm - 10:20 amORD-JNB
28h 20m1 stop
7:25 pm - 5:00 pmJNB-ORD
29h 35m1 stop
$878American Airlines
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Thu, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 26
8:35 pm - 10:20 amORD-JNB
29h 45m2 stops
7:25 pm - 2:45 pmJNB-ORD
27h 20m1 stop
$883American Airlines
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Thu, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 26
10:15 am - 1:05 pmORD-JNB
19h 50m1 stop
11:00 pm - 8:05 amJNB-ORD
40h 05m2 stops
$965Ethiopian Air
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Sun, Apr 6 - Wed, Apr 16
10:15 am - 1:10 pmORD-JNB
19h 55m1 stop
2:30 pm - 8:05 amJNB-ORD
24h 35m2 stops
$975Ethiopian Air
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Sat, Mar 29 - Sat, Apr 26
1:40 pm - 10:00 pmORD-JNB
24h 20m2 stops
11:55 pm - 2:30 pmJNB-ORD
22h 35m1 stop
$1,112KLM
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Fri, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 8
2:08 pm - 10:00 pmMDW-JNB
23h 52m2 stops
11:55 pm - 6:14 pmJNB-MDW
26h 19m2 stops
$1,122KLM
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Wed, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 24
6:00 am - 10:00 pmORD-JNB
33h 00m2 stops
11:55 pm - 8:34 pmJNB-ORD
27h 39m2 stops
$1,177Delta
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Fri, Mar 14 - Sun, Mar 23
10:19 am - 10:00 pmMDW-JNB
27h 41m2 stops
11:55 pm - 5:47 pmJNB-MDW
25h 52m2 stops
$1,177Delta
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Fri, Jan 31 - Fri, Feb 28
7:40 pm - 9:50 amORD-JNB
31h 10m1 stop
$661Qatar Airways
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Thu, May 1
7:40 pm - 4:10 pmORD-JNB
37h 30m1 stop
$664Qatar Airways
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Tue, Apr 29
1:00 pm - 7:40 pmMDW-JNB
23h 40m2 stops
$1,152Delta
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Fri, May 2
7:25 am - 6:35 pmORD-JNB
27h 10m2 stops
$1,158United Airlines
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Wed, Dec 25
9:05 pm - 6:35 pmORD-JNB
37h 30m2 stops
$1,173United Airlines
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Sat, Dec 21
9:30 am - 10:00 pmMDW-JNB
28h 30m2 stops
$1,180Delta
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Wed, Dec 25
9:45 am - 8:00 pmORD-JNB
26h 15m1 stop
$1,189Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Dec 26
10:15 am - 12:40 amORD-JNB
31h 25m3 stops
$1,405Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Apr 29
4:25 pm - 10:00 pmORD-JNB
21h 35m1 stop
$2,363KLM
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Sat, Dec 21
1:50 pm - 9:20 pmORD-JNB
24h 30m2 stops
$4,374KLM
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Wed, Apr 30
10:00 pm - 10:20 amORD-JNB
28h 20m1 stop
7:25 pm - 1:55 pmJNB-ORD
26h 30m1 stop
$948British Airways
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Sat, Nov 23 - Sat, Dec 7
4:35 pm - 10:20 amORD-JNB
33h 45m2 stops
7:25 pm - 1:55 pmJNB-ORD
26h 30m1 stop
$1,081British Airways
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Sat, Nov 23 - Sat, Dec 7
9:45 am - 8:00 pmORD-JNB
26h 15m1 stop
2:35 pm - 7:40 amJNB-ORD
25h 05m2 stops
$1,259Ethiopian Air
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Sat, Nov 23 - Sun, Dec 1
9:45 am - 8:00 pmORD-JNB
26h 15m1 stop
4:00 am - 7:40 amJNB-ORD
35h 40m3 stops
$1,402Ethiopian Air
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Sat, Nov 23 - Sat, Nov 30
9:45 am - 8:00 pmORD-JNB
26h 15m1 stop
2:35 pm - 7:40 amJNB-ORD
25h 05m2 stops
$1,463Ethiopian Air
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Sat, Nov 23 - Sun, Dec 1
4:28 pm - 10:20 amORD-JNB
33h 52m2 stops
9:15 pm - 5:55 pmJNB-ORD
28h 40m2 stops
$1,492British Airways
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Sat, Nov 23 - Sat, Dec 7
1:30 pm - 10:00 pmMDW-JNB
24h 30m2 stops
11:55 pm - 6:32 pmJNB-MDW
26h 37m2 stops
$2,027KLM
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Sat, Nov 23 - Sat, Dec 7
1:30 pm - 10:00 pmMDW-JNB
24h 30m2 stops
9:55 pm - 2:34 pmJNB-MDW
24h 39m1 stop
$2,755Delta
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Sat, Nov 23 - Sun, Dec 1
9:30 am - 10:00 pmMDW-JNB
28h 30m2 stops
11:55 pm - 6:32 pmJNB-MDW
26h 37m2 stops
$2,782Delta
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Sat, Nov 23 - Sun, Dec 1
7:05 am - 3:50 pmORD-JNB
24h 45m2 stops
8:40 am - 1:19 pmJNB-ORD
36h 39m2 stops
$5,608Kenya Airways
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Tue, Nov 26 - Sat, Dec 7

Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to Johannesburg

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Chicago to Johannesburg flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Feb 10
ORD11:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl
38h 50m
1 stop
JNB10:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 19
JNB7:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
31h 30m
1 stop
ORD7:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Turkish Airlines
Feb 19
ORD8:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 15m
1 stop
JNB10:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Feb 28
JNB7:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
23h 05m
1 stop
ORD10:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Turkish Airlines
Jan 21
ORD11:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl
38h 55m
1 stop
JNB10:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Jan 27
JNB7:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
23h 05m
1 stop
ORD10:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl

RwandAir flights from Chicago to Johannesburg

Our best RwandAir deals on Chicago to Johannesburg flight tickets
RwandAir
Mar 7
ORD7:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
35h 15m
2 stops
JNB2:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 14
JNB4:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
29h 40m
2 stops
ORD3:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
RwandAir
Mar 14
ORD7:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
35h 30m
2 stops
JNB2:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 28
JNB4:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
29h 40m
2 stops
ORD3:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Johannesburg

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Johannesburg?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg from Chicago is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $854, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of January is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $899.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg from Chicago. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $1,053. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Wednesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Johannesburg on Wednesday is $1,332.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,082. Flying to Johannesburg in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Johannesburg is in the afternoon when prices are around $1,455.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg?

We recommend purchasing flights from Chicago to Johannesburg 37 days ahead of your departure date because this is when momondo users tend to see the best flight rates. On average, our users have found flights to Johannesburg for $1,190. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as $774.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Johannesburg flights?

You could potentially save up to 11% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Johannesburg flight.

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Best Price Found

$661

Fastest flight time

17h 57m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Johannesburg

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Johannesburg from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $661. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Johannesburg found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $784.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Johannesburg takes 17h 57m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Johannesburg. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Chicago Midway Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
There is 1 airport near Johannesburg: Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

  • How far is Chicago to Johannesburg by plane?

    A flight from Chicago to Johannesburg will travel around 8682.0 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 17h 57m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago to Johannesburg.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Johannesburg can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Johannesburg. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.


Best airlines flying from Chicago to Johannesburg

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KLMPriceFrom $758Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,349 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $762Free CancellationRating
7.3
786 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $781Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,755 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $787Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,920 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $844Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,172 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $855Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $883Free CancellationRating
6.7
288 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $944Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,831 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $1,109Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,143 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,296Free CancellationRating
7.5
3,829 reviews
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Can I find flights from Chicago to Johannesburg with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Johannesburg from Chicago with this policy.

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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Johannesburg from Chicago.

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