How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, and KLM can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago in just under 26h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 10m. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Chicago is about 8695 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago round-trip?

Currently priced at $824, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $866 and $889, respectively. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 23% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

British Airways, Delta and Ethiopian Air are the most popular airlines when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago.

Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Chicago?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Chicago?

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

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Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago flights typically cost between $908 and $1,110 in October. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $827 on Etihad Airways (Oct 15-Oct 22).

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

Wed 10/159:50 amJNB - ORD

1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways

Wed 10/221:55 pmORD - JNB

1 stop35h 25mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/15

$827

Fri 10/179:50 amJNB - ORD

1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways

Mon 10/272:10 pmORD - JNB

1 stop35h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/15

$847

Fri 10/317:05 pmJNB - ORD

1 stop31h 20mTurkish Airlines

Mon 11/2411:50 amORD - JNB

1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/16

$861

Tue 12/239:50 amJNB - ORD

1 stop30h 05mEtihad Airways

Thu 1/151:10 pmORD - JNB

1 stop35h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/15

$870

Tue 12/239:50 amJNB - ORD

1 stop30h 05mEtihad Airways

Sat 1/171:10 pmORD - JNB

1 stop35h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/15

$890

Thu 11/139:50 amJNB - ORD

1 stop30h 05mEtihad Airways

Thu 12/41:10 pmORD - JNB

1 stop35h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/14

$897

Wed 10/158:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Wed 10/2210:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/15

$900

Tue 9/232:30 pmJNB - ORD

2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air

Wed 10/110:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/16

$916

Tue 12/239:50 amJNB - ORD

1 stop30h 05mEtihad Airways

Wed 1/141:10 pmORD - JNB

1 stop35h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/15

$922

Thu 10/308:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air

Thu 11/69:45 amORD - JNB

1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/15

$932

Tue 9/239:50 amJNB - ORD

1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways

Wed 10/11:55 pmORD - JNB

1 stop35h 25mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/16

$942

Wed 10/158:40 pmJNB - MDW

2 stops32h 34mVirgin Atlantic

Wed 10/2212:48 pmMDW - JNB

1 stop23h 52mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 9/15

$999

Best flights from OR Tambo to Chicago
Discover carefully curated flight deals from OR Tambo to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

Fri 10/317:05 pmJNB - ORD

1 stop31h 20mTurkish Airlines

Mon 11/2411:50 amORD - JNB

1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/16

$861

Sat 3/79:50 amJNB - ORD

1 stop30h 05mEtihad Airways

Mon 7/62:00 pmORD - JNB

1 stop35h 20mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/14

$933

Fri 10/312:30 pmJNB - ORD

2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air

Fri 11/79:45 amORD - JNB

1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/16

$999

Fri 10/3110:00 pmJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 39mDelta

Mon 11/2410:30 amORD - JNB

2 stops27h 35mDelta

Deal found 9/16

$1,018

Tue 12/237:35 pmJNB - ORD

1 stop26h 15mBritish Airways

Wed 1/144:33 pmORD - JNB

2 stops33h 52mBritish Airways

Deal found 9/15

$1,029

Wed 10/1511:15 pmJNB - MDW

2 stops26h 10mKLM

Wed 10/221:08 pmMDW - JNB

2 stops25h 12mKLM

Deal found 9/15

$1,037

Thu 11/137:10 pmJNB - ORD

1 stop31h 15mTurkish Airlines

Thu 12/411:50 amORD - JNB

1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/16

$894

Mon 3/99:50 amJNB - ORD

1 stop30h 05mEtihad Airways

Tue 7/72:00 pmORD - JNB

1 stop35h 20mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/14

$934

Thu 11/139:30 pmJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 59mDelta

Thu 12/47:10 amORD - JNB

2 stops30h 55mDelta

Deal found 9/16

$1,018

Sat 3/79:50 amJNB - ORD

1 stop30h 05mEtihad Airways

Tue 7/72:00 pmORD - JNB

1 stop35h 20mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/14

$973

Fri 10/3110:00 pmJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 39mDelta

Wed 11/264:25 pmORD - JNB

1 stop21h 40mDelta

Deal found 9/16

$1,018

Mon 12/229:50 amJNB - ORD

1 stop30h 05mEtihad Airways

Thu 1/151:10 pmORD - JNB

1 stop35h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/15

$1,007

Wed 12/249:55 pmJNB - MDW

1 stop24h 43mDelta

Wed 1/141:00 pmMDW - JNB

2 stops35h 40mDelta

Deal found 9/15

$1,062

Wed 3/119:50 amJNB - ORD

1 stop30h 05mEtihad Airways

Thu 7/92:00 pmORD - JNB

1 stop35h 20mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/14

$1,017

Fri 12/267:40 pmJNB - MDW

2 stops29h 39mDelta

Fri 1/161:00 pmMDW - JNB

2 stops25h 05mDelta

Deal found 9/15

$1,082

Fri 10/3110:00 pmJNB - MDW

2 stops31h 14mDelta

Mon 11/2412:47 pmMDW - JNB

2 stops25h 18mDelta

Deal found 9/16

$1,089

Fri 2/139:55 pmJNB - MDW

2 stops66h 55mDelta

Tue 2/176:45 pmMDW - JNB

2 stops64h 15mDelta

Deal found 9/13

$1,115

Thu 12/257:40 pmJNB - MDW

2 stops28h 35mDelta

Thu 1/151:00 pmMDW - JNB

2 stops25h 05mDelta

Deal found 9/15

$1,130

Fri 10/3110:00 pmJNB - MDW

2 stops31h 14mDelta

Wed 11/2610:47 amMDW - JNB

2 stops27h 18mDelta

Deal found 9/16

$1,194

Last-minute flights from OR Tambo to Chicago
Discover last-minute flight deals from OR Tambo to Chicago. Data last updated September 16, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Tue 9/232:30 pmJNB - ORD

2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air

Wed 10/110:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/16

$916

Tue 9/239:50 amJNB - ORD

1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways

Wed 10/11:55 pmORD - JNB

1 stop35h 25mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/16

$942

Sat 9/279:20 pmJNB - ORD

2 stops29h 55mUnited Airlines

Sat 10/46:00 amORD - JNB

2 stops28h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$991

Wed 10/159:50 amJNB - ORD

1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways

Wed 10/221:55 pmORD - JNB

1 stop35h 25mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/15

$827

Wed 10/158:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Wed 10/2210:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/15

$900

Wed 10/157:00 pmJNB - ORD

2 stops25h 15mUnited Airlines

Wed 10/2212:50 pmORD - JNB

2 stops21h 55mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/15

$986

Wed 10/158:40 pmJNB - MDW

2 stops32h 34mVirgin Atlantic

Wed 10/2212:48 pmMDW - JNB

1 stop23h 52mVirgin Atlantic

Deal found 9/15

$999

Fri 10/179:50 amJNB - ORD

1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways

Mon 10/272:10 pmORD - JNB

1 stop35h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/15

$847

Thu 10/308:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air

Thu 11/69:45 amORD - JNB

1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/15

$932

Fri 10/317:05 pmJNB - ORD

1 stop31h 20mTurkish Airlines

Mon 11/2411:50 amORD - JNB

1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/16

$861

Fri 10/312:30 pmJNB - ORD

2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air

Mon 11/249:45 amORD - JNB

1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 9/16

$954

Fri 10/317:05 pmJNB - ORD

1 stop31h 20mTurkish Airlines

Fri 11/78:20 pmORD - JNB

1 stop30h 30mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/16

$963

One-way flights from OR Tambo to Chicago
Search for one-way flight options from OR Tambo to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

Sun 9/219:50 amJNB - ORD

1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/15

$635

Fri 9/269:50 amJNB - ORD

1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/14

$647

Sat 2/148:20 pmJNB - ORD

1 stop26h 10mQatar Airways

Deal found 9/14

$650

Tue 3/108:20 pmJNB - ORD

1 stop26h 25mQatar Airways

Deal found 9/14

$660

Sun 3/89:50 amJNB - ORD

1 stop30h 05mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/14

$688

Sat 3/79:50 amJNB - ORD

1 stop30h 05mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/14

$708

Tue 3/1012:15 pmJNB - ORD

2 stops29h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$718

Thu 9/2512:45 amJNB - ORD

3 stops54h 36mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$721

Fri 9/264:50 pmJNB - ORD

2 stops29h 00mRwandAir

Deal found 9/14

$738

Thu 3/127:10 pmJNB - ORD

1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$741

Mon 3/98:40 amJNB - ORD

2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$759

Fri 2/131:35 amJNB - ORD

2 stops43h 09mKenya Airways

Deal found 9/14

$777

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

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JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/31

7:05 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/24

11:50 am-10:50 am

1 stop39h 00m

$861

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/13

7:10 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/4

11:50 am-10:50 am

1 stop39h 00m

$894

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/7

9:50 am-7:55 am

1 stop30h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/6

2:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 20m

$933

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/9

9:50 am-8:55 am

1 stop30h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/7

2:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 20m

$934

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/7

9:50 am-7:55 am

1 stop30h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/7

2:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 20m

$973

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/31

2:30 pm-8:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/7

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$999

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/22

9:50 am-7:55 am

1 stop30h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/15

1:10 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 10m

$1,007

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/11

9:50 am-8:55 am

1 stop30h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/9

2:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 20m

$1,017

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/31

10:00 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops30h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/24

10:30 am-10:05 pm

2 stops27h 35m

$1,018

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/13

9:30 pm-8:29 pm

2 stops30h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/4

7:10 am-10:05 pm

2 stops30h 55m

$1,018

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago, you should look to book at least 69 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago 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 CHI?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

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

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

Amsterdam (AMS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago on Cheapflights.

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

Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $859.

What’s the fastest layover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 21h 55m.

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

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 52m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM, and United Airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,957 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,957 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,957 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

KLM

7.8

Good

1,386 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,957 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,924 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,957 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago?
Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways, and KLM can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago in just under 26h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 10m. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Chicago is about 8695 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago round-trip?
Currently priced at $824, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $866 and $889, respectively. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 23% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Chicago that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Chicago?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Chicago.
Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Chicago?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Chicago 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?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Chicago 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 Chicago

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest$824	Average$1,090	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$866	Average$918	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Etihad Airways	Cheapest$889	Average$1,105	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Delta	Cheapest$955	Average$1,092	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$959	Average$1,611	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
KLM	Cheapest$978	Average$1,089	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
British Airways	Cheapest$985	Average$1,070	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%

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Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Chicago. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

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

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

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

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

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