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Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 pm - 3:05 pm
JNB
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ORD
33h 25m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
7:20 pm - 4:00 am
ORD
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JNB
25h 40m
1 stop
$1,038Qatar Airways
Thu, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 13
Qatar Airways Logo
7:50 pm - 4:50 pm
JNB
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ORD
28h 00m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
7:20 pm - 4:00 am
ORD
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JNB
25h 40m
1 stop
$1,040Qatar Airways
Tue, Jun 9 - Mon, Aug 17
Qatar Airways Logo
12:40 pm - 3:05 pm
JNB
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ORD
33h 25m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
7:20 pm - 3:20 pm
ORD
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JNB
37h 00m
1 stop
$1,043Qatar Airways
Tue, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 14
Kenya Airways Logo
5:00 pm - 11:56 am
JNB
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ORD
25h 56m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
6:00 am - 10:55 am
ORD
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JNB
44h 55m
2 stops
$1,078Kenya Airways
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 25
Kenya Airways Logo
12:10 pm - 12:41 pm
JNB
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ORD
31h 31m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
6:00 am - 12:25 am
ORD
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JNB
34h 25m
2 stops
$1,113Kenya Airways
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 12:41 pm
JNB
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ORD
26h 41m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 3:50 pm
ORD
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JNB
25h 50m
2 stops
$1,114Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:35 pm - 2:50 pm
JNB
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ORD
26h 15m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 10:25 am
ORD
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JNB
32h 25m
2 stops
$1,127Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 25
KLM Logo
11:15 pm - 6:18 pm
JNB
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MDW
26h 03m
2 stops
KLM Logo
1:27 pm - 9:20 pm
MDW
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JNB
24h 53m
2 stops
$1,269KLM
Tue, Jun 9 - Mon, Aug 17
Delta Logo
8:25 pm - 6:33 pm
JNB
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MDW
29h 08m
2 stops
Delta Logo
9:17 am - 9:20 pm
MDW
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JNB
29h 03m
2 stops
$1,459Delta
Fri, Jun 5 - Mon, Jun 22
Delta Logo
8:25 pm - 6:31 pm
JNB
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MDW
29h 06m
2 stops
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 10:00 pm
MDW
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JNB
25h 00m
2 stops
$1,584Delta
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3

Kenya Airways flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Johannesburg to Chicago flight tickets
Kenya Airways
Oct 27
JNB5:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
25h 56m
2 stops
ORD11:56 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 25
ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
44h 55m
2 stops
JNB10:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$1,078
Kenya Airways
Sep 7
JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
31h 31m
2 stops
ORD12:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 3
ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
34h 25m
2 stops
JNB12:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$1,113
Kenya Airways
Sep 1
JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
36h 31m
2 stops
ORD5:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Sep 14
ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
45h 55m
2 stops
JNB10:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$1,300

Etihad Airways flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Johannesburg to Chicago flight tickets
Etihad Airways
Jun 20
JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
29h 45m
1 stop
ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jun 27
ORD9:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
28h 10m
1 stop
JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$1,131
Etihad Airways
Sep 7
JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
36h 50m
1 stop
ORD3:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 3
ORD1:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
35h 10m
1 stop
JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$1,181
Etihad Airways
Jun 29
JNB9:50 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
29h 45m
1 stop
ORD8:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jul 6
ORD9:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
28h 10m
1 stop
JNB8:20 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$1,204

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/3

12:40 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/13

7:20 pm-4:00 am

1 stop25h 40m

$1,038

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/9

7:50 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop28h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/17

7:20 pm-4:00 am

1 stop25h 40m

$1,040

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/1

12:40 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop33h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/14

7:20 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop37h 00m

$1,043

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/27

5:00 pm-11:56 am

2 stops25h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/25

6:00 am-10:55 am

2 stops44h 55m

$1,078

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/7

12:10 pm-12:41 pm

2 stops31h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

6:00 am-12:25 am

2 stops34h 25m

$1,113

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/7

5:00 pm-12:41 pm

2 stops26h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

6:00 am-3:50 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$1,114

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/27

7:35 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop26h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/25

6:00 pm-10:25 am

2 stops32h 25m

$1,127
Quickest round-trip

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/9

11:15 pm-6:18 pm

2 stops26h 03m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/17

1:27 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops24h 53m

$1,269

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/5

8:25 pm-6:33 pm

2 stops29h 08m

Chicago Midway

Mon 6/22

9:17 am-9:20 pm

2 stops29h 03m

$1,459

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/7

8:25 pm-6:31 pm

2 stops29h 06m

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/3

1:00 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$1,584

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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 $627. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then July is your next best option. Flight prices from Johannesburg to Chicago during July average around $717.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 $1,136 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 $927 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

22h 55m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Chicago takes 22h 55m
There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to Chicago. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg to Chicago.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Johannesburg to Chicago

  • 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 22h 55m.

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

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

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  • 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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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $846Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,439 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $883Free CancellationRating
7.4
4,373 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $959Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,737 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,005Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,450 reviews
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