JNB - CHI

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Cheapest round-trip
$1,047
Typical prices: $948-$1,163
Ethiopian Air
Sat 9/12Sat 10/17
JNB - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$693
Typical prices: $599-$653
Etihad Airways
Thu 10/15
JNB - ORD • 1 stop
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Ethiopian Air
Cheapest • from $1,047 (round-trip)
KLM
Best reviews • 7.8 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg and Chicago. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $861 (round-trip)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 20h 44m (one-way)
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When to book
9 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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December
Cheapest • 29% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Chicago (JNB-CHI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Johannesburg to Chicago 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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Johannesburg to Chicago

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Oct 17
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 am - 8:15 am
JNB
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ORD
30h 55m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 am - 3:55 am
ORD
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JNB
34h 40m
1 stop
$1,047Ethiopian Air
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3
KLM Logo
11:15 pm - 2:15 pm
JNB
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ORD
22h 00m
1 stop
KLM Logo
4:25 pm - 10:00 pm
ORD
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JNB
21h 35m
1 stop
$1,050KLM
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3
KLM Logo
11:15 pm - 2:15 pm
JNB
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ORD
22h 00m
1 stop
KLM Logo
4:25 pm - 10:00 pm
ORD
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JNB
21h 35m
1 stop
$1,051KLM
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3
KLM Logo
11:15 pm - 2:15 pm
JNB
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ORD
22h 00m
1 stop
KLM Logo
4:25 pm - 10:00 pm
ORD
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JNB
21h 35m
1 stop
$1,052KLM
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Oct 17
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 am - 8:35 am
JNB
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ORD
29h 50m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
9:10 pm - 8:20 am
ORD
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JNB
28h 10m
1 stop
$1,053Etihad Airways
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3
KLM Logo
11:15 pm - 8:30 pm
JNB
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ORD
28h 15m
2 stops
KLM Logo
4:25 pm - 10:00 pm
ORD
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JNB
21h 35m
1 stop
$1,060KLM
Tue, Aug 4 - Thu, Sep 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:15 pm - 2:30 pm
JNB
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ORD
22h 15m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:10 pm - 10:20 am
ORD
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JNB
34h 10m
1 stop
$1,062Multiple Airlines
Tue, Aug 4 - Thu, Sep 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:15 pm - 2:30 pm
JNB
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ORD
22h 15m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:10 pm - 10:20 am
ORD
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JNB
34h 10m
1 stop
$1,063Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
9:55 pm - 4:20 pm
JNB
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MDW
25h 25m
1 stop
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9:59 am - 10:00 pm
MDW
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JNB
29h 01m
2 stops
$1,260Delta
Sun, Aug 23 - Sun, Aug 30
Delta Logo
11:15 pm - 6:01 pm
JNB
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MDW
25h 46m
2 stops
Delta Logo
9:59 am - 9:20 pm
MDW
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JNB
28h 21m
2 stops
$1,322Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Johannesburg to Chicago flights

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

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

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago, 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago is December, where tickets cost $556 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $873 and $842 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago, 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago, you should book around 9 weeks before departure, which saves you about 35% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$693
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 27% increase in price.
Flight from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Airport

When to book flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Johannesburg to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Johannesburg to Chicago flights

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago was $693 for a one-way ticket and $1,047 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is required to fly from Johannesburg to Chicago.

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

    Johannesburg is served by only 1 airport and there are 2 airports in Chicago. You will leave Johannesburg from Johannesburg OR Tambo and you will be arriving in Chicago at one of these airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Johannesburg to Chicago?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Johannesburg and Chicago.

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

    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 Johannesburg to Chicago.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Chicago?

    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 Chicago with an airline and back to Johannesburg with another airline.

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

    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 Chicago from Johannesburg up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Johannesburg to Chicago

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Johannesburg to Chicago. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.8
KLMOverall score based on 1534 reviews
7.3Food
7.8Boarding
7.7Comfort
8.4Crew
7.2Entertainment
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Crew is not the cheerful type. very slow meal service (this is their style as have flown this many times)

6.0 GoodGlenn, Feb 2026
AMS - JFK
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Crew is not the cheerful type. very slow meal service (this is their style as have flown this many times)

I’m grateful for the KLM Air France shuttle bus service to Ottawa. However due to construction and other issues related to the chaotic Uber pickup system at YUL, it’s a challenge to find the Kelios bus service to Ottawa. The signs are not clear or even available. No staff to guide passengers. It’s a stressful experience.

Legroom not all it could be, especially when the seat in front is reclined. Otherwise it was good, food and beverage were nice.

This fight left ahead of time which meant it arrived early which was great. Staff were very professional, but as with all these Short hop Flights the food was a disappointing snack There was no entertainment on this flight, but I did not expect any

I flew premium economy and this was a good option. Although the seats didn’t recline much, I was able to get some sleep with my head propped against the window. The food was good and the entertainment was wonderful The staff were very attentive and professional

Overall very poor. Flight was disorganised, staff were rude and this is my second experience with KLM that I've had baggage go missing. It feels like, if you are an economy customer, KLM staff do not show you any care. I shall never fly with KLM again. Worst airline in Europe

Seats were nice and comfy. Crew was polite and attentive. Business class is awesome and worth the money.

It was operated by Delta. Boarding took a long time. How difficult can it be? Overall decent trip. Liked the Salt Lake City airport. Better option than Chicago for transfers.

We left one hour late because of technical difficulties. The economy comfort seats are great for the price. The crew was mediocre, they do not provide a pleasant experience, they just deliver food and drinks and give orders, not very amicable, no service and hospitality focus.

All and all pretty good. It’s crowded but that is what flying is all about. But no complaints otherwise.

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