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Cheapest round-trip
$1,309
Typical prices: $1,079-$1,481
Ethiopian Air
Sat 10/31Sat 11/7
ORD - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$642
Typical prices: $810-$1,021
Egyptair
Wed 10/21
ORD - JNB • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago and Johannesburg. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $764 (round-trip)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 19h 00m (one-way)
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February
Cheapest • 20% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Johannesburg (CHI-JNB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Johannesburg that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Johannesburg

Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 am - 1:05 pm
ORD
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JNB
19h 50m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:30 pm - 7:40 am
JNB
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ORD
25h 10m
2 stops
$1,309Ethiopian Air
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 am - 1:25 pm
ORD
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JNB
20h 10m
1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:30 pm - 8:15 am
JNB
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ORD
24h 45m
2 stops
$1,309Ethiopian Air
Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 18
Egyptair Logo
10:30 am - 7:10 am
ORD
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JNB
37h 40m
1 stop
Egyptair Logo
9:45 pm - 5:15 am
JNB
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ORD
38h 30m
1 stop
$1,309Egyptair
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Nov 11
RwandAir Logo
7:20 pm - 1:25 pm
ORD
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JNB
35h 05m
2 stops
RwandAir Logo
5:45 pm - 2:30 pm
JNB
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ORD
28h 45m
2 stops
$1,316RwandAir
Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 17
Kenya Airways Logo
6:00 am - 3:50 pm
ORD
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JNB
26h 50m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
5:00 pm - 4:59 pm
JNB
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ORD
30h 59m
2 stops
$1,317Kenya Airways
Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 17
Kenya Airways Logo
6:00 am - 3:50 pm
ORD
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JNB
26h 50m
2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
5:00 pm - 4:59 pm
JNB
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ORD
30h 59m
2 stops
$1,317Kenya Airways
Sat, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 28
Qatar Airways Logo
7:20 pm - 4:00 am
ORD
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JNB
25h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
2:05 pm - 3:05 pm
JNB
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ORD
32h 00m
1 stop
$1,324Qatar Airways
Sat, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 28
Qatar Airways Logo
7:20 pm - 4:00 am
ORD
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JNB
25h 40m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
8:55 pm - 3:05 pm
JNB
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ORD
25h 10m
1 stop
$1,324Qatar Airways
Tue, Sep 8 - Fri, Sep 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 10:15 am
ORD
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JNB
31h 05m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 9:40 am
JNB
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ORD
22h 40m
1 stop
$1,329Turkish Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Fri, Sep 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 9:40 am
ORD
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JNB
30h 30m
2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 9:40 am
JNB
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ORD
22h 40m
1 stop
$1,341Turkish Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Johannesburg flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Johannesburg to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport departing in August.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Chicago usually cost between $1,354 and $2,121 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,309 on Ethiopian Air (Aug 30-Sep 6).

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is February, where tickets cost $1,057 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,879 and $1,743 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

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Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$642
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Chicago to Johannesburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Johannesburg based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Chicago to Johannesburg flights

  • What is the best means of transport to the city center from JNB airport?

    The airport primarily provides links to private cab services as well as a rail network that runs into the heart of the city. A cab traveling to or from the airport in Johannesburg takes around 40min.

  • Are there rental car facilities at JNB airport?

    Avis, Hertz, Thrifty, Europcar, and Bidvest are just some of the vehicle rental agencies you may find at Johannesburg's OR Tambo Airport. First Automobile, Tempest, Select Car Hire, and Woodford are just a few more of the car rental agencies you will find at JNB. Companies competing to serve tenants coming at JNB in Johannesburg provide competitive pricing and services.

  • Are there hotels near ORD airport?

    The Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport is the closest hotel to the airport terminals (Terminals 1, 2, and 3) without actually sleeping on the tarmac. No matter what time of day you have to leave, you may take advantage of the free 24h shuttle service and front desk service.

  • Where can I park at ORD airport?

    Long-term parkers at O'Hare International Airport may choose between the Daily Parking Garage, the Daily Lots, or the Economy Parking Lots. Economy parking is located north of the International Parking Lot and northeast of the domestic terminals.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport was $642 for a one-way ticket and $1,309 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Johannesburg?

    A passport is required to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Johannesburg?

    There are 2 airports in Chicago (Chicago Midway and Chicago O'Hare Intl.) and only 1 airport in Johannesburg (Johannesburg OR Tambo). The cheapest flights are generally found on the Chicago O'Hare Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Johannesburg?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Johannesburg?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Johannesburg, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg, Delta or Turkish Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg are Delta and Turkish Airlines. With an average price for the route of $805 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. Turkish Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,176 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Johannesburg?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Johannesburg.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Johannesburg?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Johannesburg from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Johannesburg?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Johannesburg with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Johannesburg from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

  • If you are traveling from Chicago, you can use either the O'Hare International (ORD) Airport or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). While O'Hare is the primary airport for international travel into and out of Chicago, MDW is considered the secondary airport.
  • Visit one of the airport lounges at either ORD or MDW to make the most of the time you have before or after your flight. These lounges are accessible at both airports.
  • Nursing rooms are available for use by travelers at both the ORD and MDW airports, which are the two main airports in the area. These rooms are equipped with nursing pods as well as stations that have been designed specifically for women who are breastfeeding their small children. They were created with the intention of giving women a calm setting in which they could nurse their infants or pump breast milk in order to cater to the requirements of their family.
  • Terminals A and B at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) are linked to one another by a central terminal building that manages check-in and baggage, and that also enables passengers to go between Terminals A and B through either the landside or the airside. The airport is home to well over one hundred different stores, restaurants, cafés, bars, and other types of service providers; however, the majority of the shops and eateries shut at 11pm . Wi-Fi is offered to guests as a means of helping them pass the time.
  • Services are available at JNB and the Chicago airports (MDW and ORD) to help travelers who are having trouble finding their way about the airport or making full use of its numerous amenities. Any time before, during, or after your trip, you may reach out to them for more details on their wheelchair rental and airport transportation services.

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OR Tambo (JNB)