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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Chicago from $576

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Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 am - 8:35 am
JNB
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ORD
29h 50m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
2:00 pm - 8:20 am
ORD
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JNB
35h 20m
1 stop
$1,034Etihad Airways
Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 17
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:30 pm - 8:15 am
JNB
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ORD
24h 45m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 am - 8:10 pm
ORD
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JNB
26h 55m
1 stop
$1,043Ethiopian Air
Fri, Jul 17 - Fri, Aug 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 3:10 pm
JNB
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ORD
27h 20m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:25 pm - 10:00 pm
ORD
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JNB
21h 35m
1 stop
$1,046Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 3:10 pm
JNB
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ORD
27h 20m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:20 pm - 9:20 pm
ORD
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JNB
22h 00m
1 stop
$1,048Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Tue, May 25
KLM Logo
11:15 pm - 2:30 pm
JNB
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ORD
22h 15m
1 stop
KLM Logo
4:20 pm - 9:20 pm
ORD
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JNB
22h 00m
1 stop
$1,050KLM
Tue, Jul 14 - Thu, Aug 27
KLM Logo
11:55 pm - 2:25 pm
JNB
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ORD
22h 30m
1 stop
KLM Logo
1:30 pm - 10:00 pm
ORD
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JNB
24h 30m
2 stops
$1,051KLM
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Feb 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 3:10 pm
JNB
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ORD
27h 20m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 9:20 pm
ORD
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JNB
24h 50m
2 stops
$1,052Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, May 26
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 am - 8:35 am
JNB
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ORD
29h 50m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
2:00 pm - 8:20 am
ORD
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JNB
35h 20m
1 stop
$1,054Etihad Airways
Sat, Aug 1 - Sat, Aug 8
Delta Logo
9:55 pm - 4:39 pm
JNB
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MDW
25h 44m
2 stops
Delta Logo
9:29 am - 7:40 pm
MDW
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JNB
27h 11m
2 stops
$1,268Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 17
Delta Logo
11:15 pm - 10:45 pm
JNB
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MDW
30h 30m
2 stops
Delta Logo
12:30 pm - 10:00 pm
MDW
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JNB
25h 30m
2 stops
$1,405Delta
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3

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Egyptair flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

Our best Egyptair deals on Johannesburg to Chicago flight tickets
Egyptair
Jul 17
JNB9:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
38h 30m
1 stop
ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 21
ORD10:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
37h 40m
1 stop
JNB7:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$1,131
Egyptair
Jul 27
JNB9:45 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
38h 30m
1 stop
ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 28
ORD10:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
37h 40m
1 stop
JNB7:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
$1,170

KLM flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

Our best KLM deals on Johannesburg to Chicago flight tickets
KLM
Jul 4
JNB11:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
22h 00m
1 stop
ORD2:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 30
ORD4:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
22h 00m
1 stop
JNB9:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
$1,049
KLM
Jul 14
JNB11:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
22h 15m
1 stop
ORD2:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 27
ORD4:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
22h 00m
1 stop
JNB9:20 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
$1,050
KLM
Nov 14
JNB11:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
22h 30m
1 stop
ORD2:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 13
ORD1:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
24h 30m
2 stops
JNB10:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
$1,051

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated July 3, 2026.
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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/7

9:45 am-8:35 am

1 stop29h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/17

2:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 20m

$1,034

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 7/17

2:30 pm-8:15 am

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/21

10:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$1,043

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/7

6:50 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop27h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/3

4:25 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$1,046

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/7

6:50 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop27h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/25

4:20 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$1,048
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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/14

11:15 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/27

4:20 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$1,050

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/14

11:55 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/13

1:30 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops24h 30m

$1,051

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/7

6:50 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop27h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/26

1:30 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops24h 50m

$1,052

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/1

9:45 am-8:35 am

1 stop29h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/8

2:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 20m

$1,054

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/7

9:55 pm-4:39 pm

2 stops25h 44m

Chicago Midway

Sat 10/17

9:29 am-7:40 pm

2 stops27h 11m

$1,268

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/7

11:15 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops30h 30m

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/3

12:30 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops25h 30m

$1,405

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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 July is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Johannesburg, with most prices found around $717. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in July, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Johannesburg to Chicago during August average around $740.

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 $1,178 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 $932 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

25h 44m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Chicago takes 25h 44m
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 25h 44m.

  • 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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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,009Free CancellationRating
7.4
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