$833+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Johannesburg
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — JNB
Jun 10 — Jun 171
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to JohannesburgExplore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 11, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 11, 2026.
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/186:00 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops35h 15m
Kenya Airways
Fri 9/255:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops26h 41m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/10![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,037
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/116:07 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops26h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/135:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops26h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,068
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/26:00 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops35h 15m
Kenya Airways
Sun 9/271:15 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops41h 32m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/9![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,069
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/98:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/225:50 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,089
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Tue 9/111:25 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 9/175:50 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,091
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/106:00 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops26h 50m
Kenya Airways
Mon 9/1412:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops36h 31m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/8![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,108
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/166:00 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops45h 55m
Kenya Airways
Tue 10/65:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops25h 47m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/9![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,109
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/96:00 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/151:15 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops47h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,113
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/211:25 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/286:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop22h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,125
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/28:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/155:50 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,128
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Tue 11/106:00 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Kenya Airways
Thu 11/265:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops32h 34m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/8![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,131
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/84:30 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 10/69:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 5/10![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$2,161
Best flights from Chicago to JohannesburgDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Johannesburg that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 11, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Johannesburg that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 11, 2026.
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/97:49 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops49h 11m
Qatar Airways
Thu 6/252:40 pm
JNB
- ORD
3 stops55h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/6![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,883
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1110:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 6/124:40 pm
JNB
- ORD
3 stops46h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/10![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,924
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Wed 5/205:10 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 5/259:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 17m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 5/6![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$2,321
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Wed 5/201:22 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops23h 18m
Delta
Mon 5/259:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops27h 38m
Delta
Deal found 5/6![Delta logo]()
$2,326
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/11:22 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops24h 58m
KLM
Sun 6/1411:15 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops26h 03m
KLM
Deal found 5/10![KLM logo]()
$2,519
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/42:55 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops30h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 6/1512:40 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops34h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/11![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,923
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/710:15 am
ORD
- JNB
3 stops42h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 6/132:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/8![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$2,231
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/307:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop30h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 7/168:55 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops30h 04m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/7![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,031
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/14:29 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops35h 01m
Qatar Airways
Tue 7/72:40 pm
JNB
- ORD
3 stops31h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/10![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,055
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2812:53 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop23h 47m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 6/79:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 21m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 5/11![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$2,542
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Wed 5/279:22 am
MDW
- JNB
2 stops27h 18m
Delta
Wed 6/39:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop30h 14m
Delta
Deal found 5/9![Delta logo]()
$2,546
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/271:22 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops24h 58m
KLM
Wed 6/311:15 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops26h 18m
KLM
Deal found 5/9![KLM logo]()
$2,561
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/282:24 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops35h 36m
Qatar Airways
Thu 7/169:25 am
JNB
- ORD
3 stops36h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/6![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,081
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Tue 6/301:26 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops23h 14m
Delta
Wed 7/159:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 20m
Delta
Deal found 5/7![Delta logo]()
$2,550
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/11:22 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops24h 58m
KLM
Wed 7/811:15 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops26h 03m
KLM
Deal found 5/10![KLM logo]()
$2,569
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/110:15 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops30h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 7/812:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
4 stops50h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/10![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$2,580
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Tue 6/307:16 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops41h 24m
Delta
Thu 7/169:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops42h 13m
Delta
Deal found 5/11![Delta logo]()
$2,562
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/316:28 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops31h 32m
Qatar Airways
Wed 8/123:05 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/10![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,123
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Tue 6/307:16 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops30h 29m
Delta
Fri 7/109:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop31h 20m
Delta
Deal found 5/7![Delta logo]()
$2,601
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/184:33 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops28h 27m
Qatar Airways
Thu 7/22:40 pm
JNB
- ORD
3 stops31h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/6![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,244
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Thu 6/41:22 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops24h 58m
Delta
Mon 6/89:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 21m
Delta
Deal found 5/9![Delta logo]()
$2,633
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/126:18 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops31h 42m
Qatar Airways
Sat 7/252:40 pm
JNB
- ORD
3 stops31h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/10![Qatar Airways logo]()
$2,517
Last-minute flights from Chicago to JohannesburgDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Johannesburg. Data last updated May 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Johannesburg. Data last updated May 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/116:07 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops26h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/135:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops26h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,068
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/116:07 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops35h 08m
Kenya Airways
Tue 5/1912:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 06m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/8![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,168
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/116:07 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops26h 43m
Kenya Airways
Mon 5/1812:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops36h 39m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 5/9![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,222
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/118:35 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/185:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,320
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Mon 5/1110:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 5/192:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/8![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,489
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1110:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 5/1810:50 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops40h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/10![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,566
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Mon 5/1110:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 5/132:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/7![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,578
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1310:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 5/298:20 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/7![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,535
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/138:35 am
ORD
- JNB
3 stops36h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/292:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,553
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Wed 5/205:10 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop19h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 5/259:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 17m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 5/6![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$2,321
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/282:15 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/167:20 pm
JNB
- ORD
3 stops31h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,481
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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.
Wed 6/2410:30 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop37h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/19:50 am
JNB
- ORD
1 stop36h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,442
One-way flights from Chicago to JohannesburgSearch for one-way flight options from Chicago to Johannesburg. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 11, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Johannesburg. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 11, 2026.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Wed 7/110:30 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop37h 40m
Egyptair
Deal found 5/8![Egyptair logo]()
$833
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/1210:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/8![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$929
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/248:45 am
ORD
- JNB
3 stops36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$969
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/1110:25 am
MDW
- JNB
3 stops58h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$989
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1211:25 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,025
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/1810:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop34h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/11![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,042
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2611:25 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,044
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1010:30 am
ORD
- JNB
3 stops58h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,050
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/221:50 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops58h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,070
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/127:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops36h 00m
RwandAir
Deal found 5/6![RwandAir logo]()
$1,076
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/186:05 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops41h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,080
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/116:05 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops41h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,082
Find flight deals from Chicago to Johannesburg
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 May 11, 2026.
Round-trip from | $1,037 (Kenya Airways) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $833 (Gotogate) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $1,166 |
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ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 6/9
7:49 pm-4:00 am
2 stops49h 11m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 6/25
2:40 pm-3:05 pm
3 stops55h 25m
$1,883
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 6/4
2:55 pm-4:00 am
2 stops30h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 6/15
12:40 pm-3:55 pm
2 stops34h 15m
$1,923
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 6/11
10:15 am-1:25 pm
1 stop20h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 6/12
4:40 pm-8:15 am
3 stops46h 35m
$1,924
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 6/30
7:20 pm-9:00 am
1 stop30h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 7/16
8:55 pm-7:59 pm
2 stops30h 04m
$2,031
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 6/1
4:29 pm-10:30 am
2 stops35h 01m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 7/7
2:40 pm-3:05 pm
3 stops31h 25m
$2,055
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 6/28
2:24 pm-9:00 am
2 stops35h 36m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 7/16
9:25 am-3:05 pm
3 stops36h 40m
$2,081
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 7/31
6:28 pm-9:00 am
2 stops31h 32m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 8/12
3:05 pm-3:05 pm
2 stops31h 00m
$2,123
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 6/7
10:15 am-11:35 am
3 stops42h 20m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 6/13
2:30 pm-8:15 am
2 stops24h 45m
$2,231
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 6/18
4:33 pm-4:00 am
2 stops28h 27m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 7/2
2:40 pm-3:05 pm
3 stops31h 25m
$2,244
Quickest round-trip
ChicagoJohannesburg
MDW - JNB
MDWJNB
Chicago Midway
Wed 5/20
5:10 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop19h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 5/25
9:55 pm-4:12 pm
1 stop25h 17m
$2,321
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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg
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CHI-ZA1
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg?
The best time to book flights from Chicago to Johannesburg is 39 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 Chicago to Johannesburg?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg (average of $554). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,015). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated May 11, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines from Chicago to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
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Top 10 airlines flying from Chicago to Johannesburg
Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Johannesburg. 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 May 11, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$776 | Average$1,830 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$816 | Average$1,257 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$894 | Average$1,152 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$980 | Average$1,200 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$998 | Average$1,278 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$1,054 | Average$1,571 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$1,056 | Average$1,360 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,211 | Average$1,875 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$1,270 | Average$1,361 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$1,381 | Average$1,617 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% |