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Cheap flights from Chicago to Johannesburg from $617

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6:45 am - 3:50 pm
ORD
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JNB
26h 05m
2 stops
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12:10 pm - 5:10 pm
JNB
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ORD
36h 00m
2 stops
$871Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 18 - Tue, Mar 31
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7:00 am - 3:50 pm
ORD
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JNB
24h 50m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
5:00 pm - 12:57 pm
JNB
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ORD
26h 57m
2 stops
$971Kenya Airways
Wed, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 31
Kenya Airways Logo
6:04 am - 3:50 pm
ORD
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JNB
26h 46m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
5:00 pm - 12:26 pm
JNB
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ORD
26h 26m
2 stops
$972Kenya Airways
Wed, Apr 15 - Thu, Apr 23
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6:45 am - 12:25 am
ORD
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JNB
34h 40m
2 stops
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5:00 pm - 5:10 pm
JNB
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ORD
31h 10m
2 stops
$973Multiple Airlines
Fri, Mar 13 - Thu, Mar 26
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9:45 am - 8:10 pm
ORD
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JNB
26h 25m
1 stop
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2:30 pm - 8:40 am
JNB
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ORD
25h 10m
2 stops
$977Ethiopian Air
Mon, Feb 9 - Wed, Mar 18
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9:45 am - 8:10 pm
ORD
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JNB
26h 25m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:30 pm - 8:40 am
JNB
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ORD
25h 10m
2 stops
$1,017Ethiopian Air
Sun, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 13
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6:07 pm - 7:00 pm
MDW
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JNB
17h 53m
1 stop
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9:55 pm - 12:07 pm
JNB
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MDW
21h 12m
1 stop
$1,481Delta
Thu, Mar 26 - Mon, Apr 13
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1:10 pm - 7:40 pm
MDW
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JNB
23h 30m
2 stops
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9:55 pm - 5:58 pm
JNB
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MDW
27h 03m
2 stops
$1,483Delta
Sun, Mar 29 - Mon, Apr 13
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1:49 pm - 10:05 pm
MDW
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JNB
24h 16m
2 stops
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11:59 pm - 6:40 pm
JNB
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MDW
25h 41m
2 stops
$1,484KLM
Wed, Feb 18 - Mon, Mar 16
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6:07 pm - 8:35 am
MDW
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JNB
31h 28m
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9:55 pm - 12:02 pm
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MDW
21h 07m
1 stop
$1,566SAUDIA
Wed, Mar 18 - Sun, Mar 29

Delta flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight tickets
Delta
Mar 26
MDW6:07 pmChicago Midway
17h 53m
1 stop
JNB7:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 13
JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
21h 12m
1 stop
MDW12:07 pmChicago Midway
$1,481
Delta
Mar 29
MDW1:10 pmChicago Midway
23h 30m
2 stops
JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 13
JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
27h 03m
2 stops
MDW5:58 pmChicago Midway
$1,483
Delta
Mar 28
MDW2:05 pmChicago Midway
22h 35m
2 stops
JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Apr 13
JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
27h 03m
2 stops
MDW5:58 pmChicago Midway
$1,485

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
Mar 4
ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 30m
1 stop
JNB10:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 25
JNB7:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
23h 00m
1 stop
ORD11:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,107
Turkish Airlines
Feb 9
ORD11:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
39h 00m
1 stop
JNB10:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
Mar 18
JNB7:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
23h 00m
1 stop
ORD11:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,108
Turkish Airlines
May 13
ORD11:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl
40h 05m
1 stop
JNB10:30 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
May 29
JNB6:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
22h 40m
1 stop
ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$1,109

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/18

6:45 am-3:50 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/31

12:10 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$871

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

7:00 am-3:50 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/31

5:00 pm-12:57 pm

2 stops26h 57m

$971

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/15

6:04 am-3:50 pm

2 stops26h 46m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/23

5:00 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops26h 26m

$972

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/13

6:45 am-12:25 am

2 stops34h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/26

5:00 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$973

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/9

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/18

2:30 pm-8:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

$977

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/13

2:30 pm-8:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,017

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Thu 3/26

6:07 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop17h 53m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/13

9:55 pm-12:07 pm

1 stop21h 12m

$1,481

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Sun 3/29

1:10 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops23h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/13

9:55 pm-5:58 pm

2 stops27h 03m

$1,483

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/18

1:49 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops24h 16m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/16

11:59 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops25h 41m

$1,484

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/18

6:07 pm-8:35 am

2 stops31h 28m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/29

9:55 pm-12:02 pm

1 stop21h 07m

$1,566

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

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Chicago, with most prices found around $967. The month of February is another great option to travel to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $987.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for around $1,237 when searching 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 $1,064 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

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

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

As of January 2026, prices for Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights are approximately 1% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

19h 50m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 19h 50m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.
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  • 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 19h 50m by plane in normal conditions.

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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.

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Best airlines flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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KLMPriceFrom $776Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,443 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $816Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,128 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $833Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,208 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $888Free CancellationRating
7.2
952 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $902Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,205 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $920Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,375 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,071Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,727 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,097Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,705 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,118Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,215 reviews
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