What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Johannesburg?

Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Johannesburg

What airlines fly to Johannesburg?

Ethiopian Air, United Airlines and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg from Chicago according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Johannesburg. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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?

As of August 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from 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.

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10:15 am - 8:10 pmORD-JNB

26h 55m1 stop

8:20 am - 8:40 amJNB-ORD

31h 20m2 stops

$932Ethiopian Air

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mié., oct. 22 - dom., nov. 2

10:15 am - 8:10 pmORD-JNB

26h 55m1 stop

8:20 am - 8:15 amJNB-ORD

30h 55m2 stops

$940Ethiopian Air

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lun., sep. 22 - jue., oct. 2

7:00 am - 3:55 amORD-JNB

36h 55m2 stops

5:25 am - 12:38 pmJNB-ORD

39h 13m2 stops

$1,047Kenya Airways

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mié., nov. 12 - mar., dic. 2

7:00 am - 10:55 amORD-JNB

44h 55m2 stops

1:35 am - 12:17 pmJNB-ORD

42h 42m2 stops

$1,078Kenya Airways

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lun., oct. 20 - lun., nov. 3

11:45 pm - 10:35 amORD-JNB

27h 50m1 stop

5:50 pm - 9:40 amJNB-ORD

22h 50m1 stop

$1,094Turkish Airlines

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sáb., sep. 6 - mar., sep. 16

11:25 am - 10:35 amORD-JNB

40h 10m1 stop

5:55 pm - 10:00 pmJNB-ORD

35h 05m1 stop

$1,112Turkish Airlines

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dom., oct. 12 - dom., oct. 19

1:00 pm - 10:05 pmMDW-JNB

25h 05m2 stops

11:59 pm - 6:08 pmJNB-MDW

26h 09m2 stops

$1,579KLM

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dom., feb. 22 - mar., mar. 3

9:20 am - 10:05 pmMDW-JNB

28h 45m2 stops

9:55 pm - 4:25 pmJNB-MDW

26h 30m1 stop

$1,592Delta

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mar., feb. 3 - mié., feb. 11

1:08 pm - 7:40 pmMDW-JNB

23h 32m2 stops

6:50 pm - 6:25 pmJNB-MDW

30h 35m2 stops

$1,622Delta

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jue., sep. 18 - jue., oct. 9

1:48 pm - 10:05 pmMDW-JNB

24h 17m2 stops

11:59 pm - 6:18 pmJNB-MDW

26h 19m2 stops

$1,694KLM

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mié., nov. 5 - jue., nov. 13

Kenya Airways flights from Chicago to Johannesburg

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Chicago to Johannesburg flight tickets

Kenya Airways

Nov 12

ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

36h 55m

2 stops

JNB3:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Dec 2

JNB5:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

39h 13m

2 stops

ORD12:38 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,047

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Kenya Airways

Oct 20

ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

44h 55m

2 stops

JNB10:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 3

JNB1:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

42h 42m

2 stops

ORD12:17 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,078

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Kenya Airways

Oct 1

ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

44h 55m

2 stops

JNB10:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 14

JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 22m

2 stops

ORD5:22 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,079

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Ethiopian Air flights from Chicago to Johannesburg

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Chicago to Johannesburg flight tickets

Ethiopian Air

Oct 22

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 55m

1 stop

JNB8:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Nov 2

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 20m

2 stops

ORD8:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$932

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Ethiopian Air

Sep 22

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 55m

1 stop

JNB8:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 2

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 55m

2 stops

ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$940

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Ethiopian Air

Sep 18

ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 55m

1 stop

JNB8:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Oct 9

JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 55m

2 stops

ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$941

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/22

10:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 11/2

8:20 am-8:40 am

2 stops31h 20m

$932

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/22

10:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 10/2

8:20 am-8:15 am

2 stops30h 55m

$940

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 11/12

7:00 am-3:55 am

2 stops36h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 12/2

5:25 am-12:38 pm

2 stops39h 13m

$1,047

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 10/20

7:00 am-10:55 am

2 stops44h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 11/3

1:35 am-12:17 pm

2 stops42h 42m

$1,078

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 9/6

11:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 9/16

5:50 pm-9:40 am

1 stop22h 50m

$1,094

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 10/12

11:25 am-10:35 am

1 stop40h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 10/19

5:55 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop35h 05m

$1,112

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

dom. 2/22

1:00 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 3/3

11:59 pm-6:08 pm

2 stops26h 09m

$1,579

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

mar. 2/3

9:20 am-10:05 pm

2 stops28h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 2/11

9:55 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$1,592

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

jue. 9/18

1:08 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops23h 32m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 10/9

6:50 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops30h 35m

$1,622

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

mié. 11/5

1:48 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops24h 17m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 11/13

11:59 pm-6:18 pm

2 stops26h 19m

$1,694

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Johannesburg

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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 $909, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $987.

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

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg 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. 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 $1,338.

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 $1,088. 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 $1,463.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around $1,244 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg from Chicago for as low as $1,076 on momondo.

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There are no direct flights from Chicago to Johannesburg. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to Johannesburg.

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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?
As of August 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from 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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $798	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,955 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $889	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 843 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $902	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $978	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,309 reviews	Search British Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $998	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,943 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom $1,046	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,387 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,173	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,608 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,202	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,979 reviews	Search Delta flights

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