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Cheap flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from $647

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11:25 am - 10:35 amORD-JNB
40h 10m1 stop
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5:50 pm - 9:40 amJNB-ORD
22h 50m1 stop
$876Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Aug 21 - Tue, Sep 9
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11:45 pm - 10:35 amORD-JNB
27h 50m1 stop
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5:50 pm - 9:40 amJNB-ORD
22h 50m1 stop
$880Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 16
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 am - 1:05 pmORD-JNB
19h 50m1 stop
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8:20 am - 8:15 amJNB-ORD
30h 55m2 stops
$891Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Apr 30 - Wed, May 7
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 am - 1:05 pmORD-JNB
19h 50m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 am - 8:15 amJNB-ORD
30h 55m2 stops
$897Ethiopian Air
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Sun, May 4 - Sun, May 11
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7:10 pm - 7:00 amORD-JNB
28h 50m1 stop
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9:15 pm - 3:55 pmJNB-ORD
25h 40m1 stop
$1,077British Airways
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Tue, Apr 29 - Wed, May 7
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4:55 pm - 7:00 amORD-JNB
31h 05m1 stop
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7:25 pm - 3:55 pmJNB-ORD
27h 30m1 stop
$1,127British Airways
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Sat, May 17 - Sun, May 25
United Airlines Logo
7:35 am - 5:45 pmORD-JNB
27h 10m2 stops
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7:00 pm - 12:55 pmJNB-ORD
24h 55m1 stop
$1,141United Airlines
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Sun, May 4 - Sun, May 11
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 5:45 pmORD-JNB
26h 00m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:00 pm - 7:55 pmJNB-ORD
31h 55m1 stop
$1,241United Airlines
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Tue, Apr 29 - Wed, May 7
American Airlines Logo
9:15 pm - 9:25 amORD-JNB
29h 10m1 stop
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9:15 pm - 4:18 pmJNB-ORD
26h 03m2 stops
$1,267American Airlines
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Thu, Jun 5 - Mon, Jun 23
American Airlines Logo
10:25 pm - 7:00 amORD-JNB
25h 35m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
9:15 pm - 5:29 pmJNB-ORD
27h 14m2 stops
$1,306American Airlines
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Sat, May 17 - Sat, May 24

Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Aug 21
ORD11:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl
40h 10m
1 stop
JNB10:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Sep 9
JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
22h 50m
1 stop
ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Turkish Airlines
Sep 6
ORD11:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
27h 50m
1 stop
JNB10:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Sep 16
JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
22h 50m
1 stop
ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Turkish Airlines
May 6
ORD11:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl
40h 10m
1 stop
JNB10:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
May 20
JNB5:50 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
22h 50m
1 stop
ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Ethiopian Air flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Apr 30
ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
19h 50m
1 stop
JNB1:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
May 7
JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
30h 55m
2 stops
ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Ethiopian Air
May 4
ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
19h 50m
1 stop
JNB1:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
May 11
JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
30h 55m
2 stops
ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Ethiopian Air
Apr 6
ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
26h 55m
1 stop
JNB8:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 13
JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
30h 55m
1 stop
ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

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

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

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Chicago, with most prices found around $913. The month of January is another great option to travel to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $979.

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

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Chicago. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $1,077. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to depart from Chicago because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,338.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is in the morning. Flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport during this time can be as low as $1,088. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,463 per ticket.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Chicago when booking 11 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for around $1,234 when searching 11 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Chicago for as low as $1,131 on momondo.

How have Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2025, prices for Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 37% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$647

Fastest flight time

17h 55m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $647. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $876.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 17h 55m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. 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.

  • How far is Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo by plane?

    A flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo will travel around 8689.1 mi. Typically, this will take 17h 55m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are updated daily.

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

    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 OR Tambo Airport.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?


Best airlines flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $790Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,748 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $840Free CancellationRating
7.2
764 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $871Free CancellationRating
6.8
263 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $877Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $947Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,715 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $997Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,616 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $1,046Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,323 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,173Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,540 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,275Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,897 reviews
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