O'Hare Intl

$688+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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JNB — ORD
Aug 3 — Aug 101
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in February or October, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$933
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$688
(oojo)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,146
From Johannesburg OR Tambo to Chicago O'Hare Intl
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Chicago O'Hare Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/119:50 amJNB - ORD
1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways
Thu 9/181:55 pmORD - JNB
1 stop35h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/27$933
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/159:55 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop25h 36mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 9/263:35 pmORD - JNB
1 stop21h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/28$938
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/157:00 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops29h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/269:20 pmORD - JNB
2 stops37h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$950
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/209:50 amJNB - ORD
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/306:45 amORD - JNB
2 stops42h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$958
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1310:00 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops27h 55mBritish Airways
Thu 12/44:28 pmORD - JNB
2 stops31h 07mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/27$984
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Mon 9/1511:15 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops25h 30mKLM
Fri 9/264:15 pmORD - JNB
1 stop22h 05mKLM
Deal found 7/28$1,017
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Mon 9/159:55 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop25h 36mDelta
Fri 9/264:15 pmORD - JNB
1 stop22h 05mDelta
Deal found 7/28$1,019
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Mon 9/156:50 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops28h 30mAir France
Fri 9/264:15 pmORD - JNB
2 stops33h 15mAir France
Deal found 7/27$1,058

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

O'Hare Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/11

9:50 am-8:45 am

1 stop29h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/18

1:55 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 25m

$933

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/15

9:55 pm-4:31 pm

1 stop25h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/26

3:35 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$938

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/15

7:00 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops29h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/26

9:20 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops37h 25m

$950

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/20

9:50 am-12:40 pm

2 stops33h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/30

6:45 am-8:20 am

2 stops42h 35m

$958

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/13

10:00 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/4

4:28 pm-7:35 am

2 stops31h 07m

$984

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/15

11:15 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops25h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/26

4:15 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$1,017

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/15

9:55 pm-4:31 pm

1 stop25h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/26

4:15 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$1,019

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/15

6:50 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops28h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/26

4:15 pm-8:30 am

2 stops33h 15m

$1,058

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/31

9:50 am-8:45 am

1 stop29h 55m

$688

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/27

5:00 pm-3:55 pm

2 stops30h 55m

$739

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 67 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 11% versus a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $972.

What’s the fastest layover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 13h 20m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 7h 44m.

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Delta, and KLM from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    Etihad Airways, at $933, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Virgin Atlantic and United Airlines. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 18% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $688. Turkish Airlines flights start at $745 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $761 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from OR Tambo to O'Hare Intl

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$665Average$1,060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$824Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$866Average$919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$889Average$1,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$954Average$1,611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$955Average$1,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$978Average$1,089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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