What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Illinois?

RwandAir, Air France, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Illinois

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois?

There is 1 operator available for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois as of July 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois?

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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Illinois 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 Illinois. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$617 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois in 2026

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9:45 am - 3:40 pm

JNB

ORD

36h 55m

1 stop

9:10 pm - 8:15 am

ORD

JNB

28h 05m

1 stop

$1,000Etihad Airways

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17

9:45 am - 3:40 pm

JNB

ORD

36h 55m

1 stop

9:20 pm - 8:20 am

ORD

JNB

28h 00m

1 stop

$1,007Etihad Airways

Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Oct 29

9:45 am - 3:40 pm

JNB

ORD

36h 55m

1 stop

2:00 pm - 8:20 am

ORD

JNB

35h 20m

1 stop

$1,023Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 21

9:45 am - 3:40 pm

JNB

ORD

36h 55m

1 stop

2:00 pm - 8:20 am

ORD

JNB

35h 20m

1 stop

$1,025Etihad Airways

Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14

8:15 pm - 8:56 pm

JNB

ORD

31h 41m

2 stops

1:30 pm - 10:05 am

ORD

JNB

36h 35m

2 stops

$1,045Virgin Atlantic

Sun, Sep 20 - Wed, Jan 13

8:15 pm - 8:56 pm

JNB

ORD

31h 41m

2 stops

6:25 pm - 8:45 am

ORD

JNB

31h 20m

2 stops

$1,046Virgin Atlantic

Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14

8:15 pm - 8:56 pm

JNB

ORD

31h 41m

2 stops

1:15 pm - 8:20 am

ORD

JNB

35h 05m

2 stops

$1,046Virgin Atlantic

Sun, Sep 20 - Thu, Nov 12

11:15 pm - 8:30 pm

JNB

ORD

28h 15m

2 stops

5:25 pm - 10:00 pm

ORD

JNB

21h 35m

1 stop

$1,051KLM

Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Oct 29

10:00 pm - 11:17 am

JNB

STL

20h 17m

1 stop

11:45 am - 6:30 pm

STL

JNB

23h 45m

2 stops

$1,061United Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, May 4

10:00 pm - 11:38 pm

JNB

STL

32h 38m

1 stop

11:45 am - 6:30 pm

STL

JNB

23h 45m

1 stop

$1,061United Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Apr 30

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Kenya Airways flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois

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Kenya Airways

Sep 9

JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

30h 37m

2 stops

ORD11:47 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 3

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

34h 25m

2 stops

JNB12:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,078

Kenya Airways

Sep 7

JNB12:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

35h 49m

2 stops

ORD4:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 3

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

34h 25m

2 stops

JNB12:25 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,111

Kenya Airways

Sep 6

JNB1:15 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

47h 05m

2 stops

ORD5:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 3

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

37h 55m

2 stops

JNB3:55 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,113

Virgin Atlantic flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois

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Virgin Atlantic

Sep 20

JNB8:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 41m

2 stops

ORD8:56 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jan 13

ORD1:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

36h 35m

2 stops

JNB10:05 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,045

Virgin Atlantic

Sep 7

JNB8:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

31h 41m

2 stops

ORD8:56 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Sep 14

ORD6:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 20m

2 stops

JNB8:45 amJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,046

Virgin Atlantic

Sep 7

JNB9:55 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

24h 29m

1 stop

MDW3:24 pmChicago Midway

Sep 14

MDW1:00 pmChicago Midway

23h 40m

1 stop

JNB7:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

$1,655

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/10

9:45 am-3:40 pm

1 stop36h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/17

9:10 pm-8:15 am

1 stop28h 05m

$1,000

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/3

9:45 am-3:40 pm

1 stop36h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/29

9:20 pm-8:20 am

1 stop28h 00m

$1,007

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

9:45 am-3:40 pm

1 stop36h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/21

2:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 20m

$1,023

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/7

9:45 am-3:40 pm

1 stop36h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/14

2:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 20m

$1,025

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/20

8:15 pm-8:56 pm

2 stops31h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/13

1:30 pm-10:05 am

2 stops36h 35m

$1,045

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/7

8:15 pm-8:56 pm

2 stops31h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/14

6:25 pm-8:45 am

2 stops31h 20m

$1,046

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/20

8:15 pm-8:56 pm

2 stops31h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/12

1:15 pm-8:20 am

2 stops35h 05m

$1,046

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/3

11:15 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops28h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/29

5:25 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$1,051

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JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/11

10:00 pm-11:17 am

1 stop20h 17m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 5/4

11:45 am-6:30 pm

2 stops23h 45m

$1,061

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/11

10:00 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop32h 38m

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 4/30

11:45 am-6:30 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$1,061

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

The cheapest month to fly to Illinois from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $931, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Illinois during the month of February, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $950.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Illinois from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Illinois for around $1,180 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Illinois from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for as low as $935 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 63% on your flight if you consider stops on a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois flight.

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Fastest flight time	20h 49m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois takes 20h 49m

There are no direct flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois. There are no popular flight routes from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois?
Prices for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois?
There is 1 operator available for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois as of July 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois?
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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Illinois 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 Illinois. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,009	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,041 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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Can I find flights from Johannesburg to Illinois with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Illinois from Johannesburg on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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