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$596+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Illinois

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JNB — ORD
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Illinois

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Round-trip from

$817
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$596
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,005
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 September 11, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/259:50 amJNB - ORD
1 stop30h 05mEtihad Airways
Sat 11/12:10 pmORD - JNB
1 stop35h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/10$817
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 10/319:50 amJNB - ORD
1 stop30h 05mEtihad Airways
Mon 11/241:10 pmORD - JNB
1 stop35h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/11$839
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/139:50 amJNB - ORD
1 stop30h 05mEtihad Airways
Thu 12/41:10 pmORD - JNB
1 stop35h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/11$864
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/107:45 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop25h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/14:25 pmORD - JNB
1 stop18h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$951
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/239:50 amJNB - ORD
1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways
Fri 10/171:55 pmORD - JNB
1 stop35h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/10$958
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sun 10/267:05 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sun 11/211:50 amORD - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/11$975
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Tue 10/148:40 pmJNB - STL
2 stops26h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 11/45:15 pmSTL - JNB
1 stop17h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/10$984
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/319:50 amJNB - ORD
1 stop30h 05mEtihad Airways
Fri 11/211:10 pmORD - JNB
2 stops34h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/11$992
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Sat 12/612:05 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops32h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/36:21 pmORD - JNB
2 stops46h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$996
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Tue 10/147:00 pmJNB - STL
2 stops27h 44mLufthansa
Tue 11/46:43 pmSTL - JNB
2 stops28h 22mLufthansa
Deal found 9/11$1,021
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Tue 10/148:40 pmJNB - STL
2 stops28h 22mDelta
Tue 11/410:45 amSTL - JNB
2 stops24h 15mDelta
Deal found 9/10$1,034
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Wed 10/156:50 pmJNB - STL
2 stops33h 38mAir France
Tue 11/45:15 pmSTL - JNB
2 stops34h 55mAir France
Deal found 9/11$1,039

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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 September 11, 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

Fri 10/31

9:50 am-8:52 pm

2 stops42h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/24

1:10 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 10m

$892

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/31

9:50 am-8:55 am

1 stop30h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/21

1:10 pm-7:10 am

2 stops34h 00m

$992

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/1

10:00 pm-8:23 pm

2 stops30h 23m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 2/15

7:01 pm-10:25 am

2 stops31h 24m

$1,007

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/13

9:55 pm-8:50 am

2 stops42h 55m

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/17

6:45 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops64h 15m

$1,010

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/14

7:00 pm-3:44 pm

2 stops27h 44m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/4

6:43 pm-7:05 am

2 stops28h 22m

$1,021

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/31

11:59 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop22h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/21

4:25 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$1,023

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/25

8:20 am-8:40 am

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/1

10:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$1,030

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/14

9:55 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop25h 00m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/4

5:15 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$1,030

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/15

8:40 pm-11:41 pm

2 stops34h 01m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/4

1:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$1,034

JohannesburgSt. Louis

JNB - STL

JNBSTL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/14

8:40 pm-8:23 pm

2 stops30h 43m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/4

3:59 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop19h 01m

$1,034

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois

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 September 11, 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.

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 September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois, such as Delta, KLM, and United Airlines. 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
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
1,385 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

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

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois in 30h 23m. Fly via Etihad Airways, British Airways, or Delta to get the fastest option. There are 8814 mi between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Illinois. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $647 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from $891 and Virgin Atlantic from $1,321 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 - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Johannesburg OR Tambo - Chicago Midway or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lambert-St Louis.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Illinois 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 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$824Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$866Average$918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$889Average$1,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$955Average$1,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$959Average$1,611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$978Average$1,089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$985Average$1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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