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Cheapest round-trip
$998
Typical prices: $1,100-$1,619
Kenya Airways
Thu 10/25Wed 10/31
ORD - JNB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$696
Typical prices: $780-$1,233
Turkish Airlines
Fri 11/23
ORD - JNB • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 25% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $1,320 (round-trip)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 20h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Johannesburg (ORD-JNB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Johannesburg

Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Oct 31
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6:10 am - 3:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 40m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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12:05 pm - 1:46 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 41m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$998Kenya Airways
Wed, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 16
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6:00 am - 3:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 50m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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12:05 pm - 12:36 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 31m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,036Kenya Airways
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 24
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6:00 am - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
44h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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5:00 pm - 5:20 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 20m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,036Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 23
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6:10 am - 12:25 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
34h 15m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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5:00 pm - 12:46 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 46m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,036Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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12:45 pm - 10:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 40m1 stop Istanbul
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6:50 pm - 10:00 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 10m1 stop Istanbul
$1,081Turkish Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
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8:15 pm - 10:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
42h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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6:50 pm - 6:20 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 30m1 stop Istanbul
$1,143Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 15
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9:45 am - 1:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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2:30 pm - 7:40 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$1,195Ethiopian Air
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 10
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9:45 am - 1:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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2:30 pm - 7:40 amJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$1,195Ethiopian Air
Sun, Oct 25 - Mon, Nov 2
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7:50 pm - 8:40 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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8:20 pm - 2:30 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,292Qatar Airways
Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1
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7:50 pm - 8:40 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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1:45 pm - 2:30 pmJNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,307Qatar Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport typically range from $1,100 to $1,619. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $998, on Kenya Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 34% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at $992 round-trip.
•December ($1,862) and July ($1,694) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 87% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$696
Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Johannesburg

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to Johannesburg based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 00m, covering 8,704 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from $1,100 to $1,619, with an average of $1,325 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,100 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the $1,325 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $852, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,199 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,783, a difference of $584.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 11m, compared with 21h 34m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 22h 02m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 7 hours ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (South Africa Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Sandton Convention Centre, Nelson Mandela Square and Gold Reef City. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,199, about $584 less than Friday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $992 round-trip in that month - typically $870 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

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