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Cheapest round-trip
$1,000
Typical prices: $954-$1,197
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/10Thu 9/17
JNB - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$617
Typical prices: $635-$967
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/5
JNB - ORD • 1 stop
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Etihad Airways
Cheapest • from $1,000 (round-trip)
United Airlines
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg and O'Hare Intl. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Atlanta (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $944 (round-trip)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 21h 39m (one-way)
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When to book
2 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to O'Hare Intl (JNB-ORD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Johannesburg to O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 am - 3:40 pm
JNB
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ORD
36h 55m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
9:10 pm - 8:15 am
ORD
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JNB
28h 05m
1 stop
$1,000Etihad Airways
Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Oct 29
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 am - 3:40 pm
JNB
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ORD
36h 55m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
9:20 pm - 8:20 am
ORD
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JNB
28h 00m
1 stop
$1,007Etihad Airways
Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 21
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 am - 3:40 pm
JNB
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ORD
36h 55m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
2:00 pm - 8:20 am
ORD
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JNB
35h 20m
1 stop
$1,023Etihad Airways
Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 17
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 am - 3:40 pm
JNB
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ORD
36h 55m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
9:10 pm - 8:15 am
ORD
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JNB
28h 05m
1 stop
$1,024Etihad Airways
Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 am - 3:40 pm
JNB
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ORD
36h 55m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
2:00 pm - 8:20 am
ORD
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JNB
35h 20m
1 stop
$1,025Etihad Airways
Sun, Sep 20 - Wed, Jan 13
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:15 pm - 8:56 pm
JNB
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ORD
31h 41m
2 stops
Virgin Atlantic Logo
1:30 pm - 10:05 am
ORD
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JNB
36h 35m
2 stops
$1,045Virgin Atlantic
Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:15 pm - 8:56 pm
JNB
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ORD
31h 41m
2 stops
Virgin Atlantic Logo
6:25 pm - 8:45 am
ORD
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JNB
31h 20m
2 stops
$1,046Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Sep 3 - Thu, Oct 29
KLM Logo
11:15 pm - 8:30 pm
JNB
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ORD
28h 15m
2 stops
KLM Logo
5:25 pm - 10:00 pm
ORD
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JNB
21h 35m
1 stop
$1,051KLM
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Mar 3
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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
$1,059Multiple 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
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4:25 pm - 10:00 pm
ORD
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JNB
21h 35m
1 stop
$1,060Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Johannesburg to O'Hare Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Johannesburg to O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually cost between $1,099 and $1,478 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,000 on Etihad Airways (Sep 10-Sep 17).

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

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 O'Hare Intl 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is February, where tickets cost $909 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,493 and $1,401 respectively.

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

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 O'Hare Intl 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 24% 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 season

February

Cheapest flight

$617
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Johannesburg to O'Hare Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Johannesburg to O'Hare Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport was $617 for a one-way ticket and $1,000 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Johannesburg and Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    A passport is required to fly from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Airport.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Johannesburg and Chicago O'Hare Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Johannesburg to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    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 O'Hare Airport.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago O'Hare Airport 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 O'Hare Airport?

    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 O'Hare Airport with an airline and back to Johannesburg with another airline. Booking your flights between Johannesburg and ORD can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 O'Hare Airport 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 O'Hare Intl

 
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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Johannesburg to O'Hare Intl? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 10041 reviews
8.1Crew
7.1Entertainment
7.3Comfort
6.6Food
7.7Boarding
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Gluten free snack options and meals that offer both gluten free and dairy free.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jul 2026
PHX - ORD
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Gluten free snack options and meals that offer both gluten free and dairy free.

Not a bad flight but a long delay boarding and taking off due to the pilot not arriving on time.

I would have preferred a flight voucher and to hop on a different flight. Delayed over 6 hours.

I almost missed my connection in Chicago due to having to wait on a gate to be open I am assuming. Having to run from E terminal to C terminal and I barely made it there before they closed the door. This may not be the actual airline's fault it's crazy how there is so little time between flight especially when they are placed so far apart in the airport.

The Wi-Fi did not work, so you weren't able to watch entertainment on your own device. They did not have wired headphones so you couldn't watch it on the in-seat entertainment screen either. There was plenty of time to do a drink and snag service but the flight attendants chose not to.

Great experience, boarding was fast and efficient, so much so that we arrived to Chicago very early

The flight did not have its customary snacks during the flight. Apparently they were never loaded on the plane.

The seats on this flight weren’t as comfortable as we had expected. Even leaned back these seats left us feeling crappy in our backs. Also we had to use our own tablets for movies, but nothing in the seats in front of us to hold the tablets up.

The head rest is too big and cannot be placed differently/removed. Causes one head to tilt forward and increase back pain

Food was not great. Small seating area for business class

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Johannesburg (JNB)
O'Hare Intl (ORD)