What airlines fly to Chicago?

Turkish Airlines, Delta and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Johannesburg according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Chicago were last updated today.

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

As of December 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg to Chicago.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago 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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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and Chicago?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,009 to $1,472. The lowest price recently found on this route was $831.

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2:30 pm - 8:15 am

JNB

ORD

24h 45m2 stops

10:15 am - 8:10 pm

ORD

JNB

26h 55m1 stop

$831Ethiopian Air

Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, May 11

5:50 pm - 9:40 am

JNB

ORD

22h 50m1 stop

11:25 am - 10:30 am

ORD

JNB

40h 05m1 stop

$862Turkish Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, May 11

7:10 pm - 7:25 pm

JNB

ORD

31h 15m1 stop

7:50 pm - 10:30 am

ORD

JNB

31h 40m1 stop

$876Turkish Airlines

Thu, Mar 12 - Sun, Mar 29

8:15 pm - 6:51 pm

JNB

ORD

30h 36m2 stops

8:45 am - 9:20 am

ORD

JNB

41h 35m2 stops

$928Air Canada

Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, May 20

8:15 pm - 6:51 pm

JNB

ORD

30h 36m2 stops

8:20 pm - 9:20 am

ORD

JNB

54h 00m2 stops

$931Air Canada

Wed, Jan 28 - Sat, May 23

8:15 pm - 1:10 pm

JNB

ORD

23h 55m2 stops

7:05 pm - 9:20 am

ORD

JNB

31h 15m1 stop

$947SWISS

Thu, Mar 12 - Sun, Mar 29

10:00 pm - 6:36 pm

JNB

MDW

28h 36m2 stops

9:34 am - 7:00 pm

MDW

JNB

25h 26m2 stops

$1,011Delta

Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 16

11:15 pm - 6:45 pm

JNB

MDW

26h 30m2 stops

1:00 pm - 9:20 pm

MDW

JNB

25h 20m2 stops

$1,368KLM

Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, May 11

11:15 pm - 6:05 pm

JNB

MDW

25h 50m2 stops

1:00 pm - 9:35 pm

MDW

JNB

25h 35m2 stops

$1,602KLM

Wed, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 24

9:55 pm - 4:36 pm

JNB

MDW

25h 41m1 stop

6:00 am - 7:40 pm

MDW

JNB

30h 40m1 stop

$2,221Delta

Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, May 11

SWISS flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

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SWISS

Mar 12

JNB8:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

23h 55m

2 stops

ORD1:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 29

ORD7:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 15m

1 stop

JNB9:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$947

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SWISS

Jan 27

JNB8:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

28h 05m

1 stop

ORD4:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

May 20

ORD7:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 15m

1 stop

JNB9:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$969

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SWISS

Jan 26

JNB8:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

24h 30m

1 stop

ORD12:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

May 20

ORD7:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 15m

1 stop

JNB9:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,059

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United Airlines flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

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United Airlines

Feb 7

JNB7:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

23h 25m

1 stop

ORD11:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 14

ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

20h 35m

2 stops

JNB6:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$953

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United Airlines

Jan 26

JNB7:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

23h 25m

1 stop

ORD11:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl

May 17

ORD7:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 20m

2 stops

JNB6:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$958

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United Airlines

Jan 26

JNB7:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

23h 25m

1 stop

ORD11:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl

May 17

ORD10:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 05m

1 stop

JNB8:35 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$973

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/16

2:30 pm-8:15 am

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/11

10:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$831

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/16

5:50 pm-9:40 am

1 stop22h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/11

11:25 am-10:30 am

1 stop40h 05m

$862

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

7:10 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/29

7:50 pm-10:30 am

1 stop31h 40m

$876

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/28

8:15 pm-6:51 pm

2 stops30h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/20

8:45 am-9:20 am

2 stops41h 35m

$928

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/28

8:15 pm-6:51 pm

2 stops30h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/23

8:20 pm-9:20 am

2 stops54h 00m

$931

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

8:15 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/29

7:05 pm-9:20 am

1 stop31h 15m

$947

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/9

10:00 pm-6:36 pm

2 stops28h 36m

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/16

9:34 am-7:00 pm

2 stops25h 26m

$1,011

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/16

11:15 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/11

1:00 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$1,368

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 6/3

11:15 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops25h 50m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/24

1:00 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops25h 35m

$1,602

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/16

9:55 pm-4:36 pm

1 stop25h 41m

Chicago Midway

Mon 5/11

6:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$2,221

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Johannesburg, with most prices found around $958. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Johannesburg to Chicago during September average around $997.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $994. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Johannesburg to Chicago for around $1,155.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the morning. Flights from Johannesburg to Chicago during this time can be as low as $1,005. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $1,099.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $1,077 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Johannesburg for as low as $978 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	23h 00m
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The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Chicago takes 23h 00m

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

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How far is Johannesburg to Chicago by plane?
The distance between Johannesburg and Chicago is about 8682.0 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 23h 00m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Chicago were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to Chicago?
As of December 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Chicago?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago 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.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to Chicago

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $843	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 918 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $846	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,337 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $866	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,115 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $967	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,016 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom $999	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,434 reviews	Search KLM flights

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