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$632+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Illinois

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JNB — ORD
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Illinois

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Round-trip from

$973
(oojo)

One-way from

$632
(Booking.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,098
From Johannesburg OR Tambo to Illinois
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/69:50 amJNB - ORD
2 stops43h 38mEtihad Airways
Wed 8/201:55 pmORD - JNB
1 stop35h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/11$973
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2710:05 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/109:45 pmORD - JNB
1 stop25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$977
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Wed 7/99:20 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops23h 56mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/510:35 amORD - JNB
2 stops24h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$989
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/166:50 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop27h 10mDelta
Mon 6/239:49 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 51mDelta
Deal found 6/11$1,000
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/152:30 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop24h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 7/2910:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/12$1,001
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/166:50 pmJNB - MDW
2 stops27h 51mDelta
Mon 6/239:24 amMDW - JNB
2 stops27h 16mDelta
Deal found 6/11$1,005
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 11/1310:05 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops27h 32mBritish Airways
Thu 12/46:35 pmORD - JNB
2 stops28h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,015
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Mon 6/1611:15 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops25h 49mKLM
Mon 6/2311:20 amORD - JNB
2 stops27h 00mKLM
Deal found 6/11$1,017
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Sun 8/311:25 amJNB - ORD
2 stops47h 12mKenya Airways
Mon 9/157:30 amORD - JNB
2 stops25h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,119
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Sat 7/269:15 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop24h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/28:15 pmORD - JNB
1 stop27h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,142
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Mon 6/236:50 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops28h 28mAir France
Mon 7/75:59 pmORD - JNB
2 stops31h 31mAir France
Deal found 6/10$1,246
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Tue 7/295:50 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop22h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 7/307:50 pmORD - JNB
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,326

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Customize your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Illinois that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/6

9:50 am-10:28 pm

2 stops43h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

1:55 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 25m

$973

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/9

9:20 pm-2:16 pm

2 stops23h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/5

10:35 am-5:45 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$989

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/13

10:00 am-3:08 pm

2 stops37h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/4

1:10 pm-8:35 am

1 stop35h 25m

$994

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/22

11:15 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/6

6:00 am-9:20 pm

2 stops32h 20m

$1,010

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/13

10:05 pm-5:37 pm

2 stops27h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/4

6:35 pm-7:30 am

2 stops28h 55m

$1,015

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/23

8:20 am-8:15 am

2 stops30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/7

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$1,077

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/9

11:15 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/5

9:25 am-7:40 pm

2 stops27h 15m

$1,106

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/31

1:25 am-5:37 pm

2 stops47h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/15

7:30 am-3:50 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$1,119

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/26

9:15 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop24h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/2

8:15 pm-7:00 am

1 stop27h 45m

$1,142

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/27

11:15 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/3

4:20 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$1,162

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois as you normally would.

Rainfall in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois 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 Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Delta and KLM from Johannesburg to Illinois 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,623 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $632 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Kenya Airways from $790 and Qatar Airways from $836 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois?

    The most popular route from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois is Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lambert-St Louis. You may also consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Chicago Midway.

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

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

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Illinois. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$723Average$1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$826Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$866Average$919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$889Average$1,073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$953Average$1,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$978Average$1,164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,018Average$1,544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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