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$591+ 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 2/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — JNB
Feb 6 — Feb 131
Fri 2/6
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Cheap 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 January 7, 2026.

Round-trip from

$756
(Delta)

One-way from

$591
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,164
From Chicago (CHI) to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Johannesburg
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 January 7, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Sat 3/142:05 pmORD - JNB
2 stops21h 55mDelta
Tue 3/249:55 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops29h 19mDelta
Deal found 1/6$756
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Fri 2/202:46 pmORD - JNB
1 stop20h 14mDelta
Tue 3/39:55 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop26h 56mDelta
Deal found 1/6$764
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Mon 2/236:00 amMDW - JNB
1 stop29h 00mDelta
Wed 3/49:55 pmJNB - MDW
1 stop27h 50mDelta
Deal found 1/6$764
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Sat 2/213:21 pmORD - JNB
1 stop19h 39mDelta
Tue 3/39:55 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops26h 19mDelta
Deal found 1/6$769
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Sat 2/211:28 pmMDW - JNB
2 stops21h 32mDelta
Tue 3/39:55 pmJNB - MDW
1 stop22h 04mDelta
Deal found 1/6$769
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Mon 2/235:25 amORD - JNB
1 stop29h 35mDelta
Tue 3/39:55 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 39mDelta
Deal found 1/6$770
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Sun 1/256:14 pmMDW - JNB
1 stop40h 46mDelta
Fri 2/69:55 pmJNB - MDW
1 stop25h 43mDelta
Deal found 1/6$770
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Wed 2/115:59 pmORD - JNB
1 stop41h 01mDelta
Sun 3/19:55 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops26h 46mDelta
Deal found 1/7$774
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2310:49 amMDW - JNB
1 stop24h 11mKenya Airways
Wed 3/49:55 pmJNB - MDW
1 stop22h 04mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/6$774
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/46:14 pmMDW - JNB
1 stop40h 46mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 2/189:55 pmJNB - MDW
1 stop32h 36mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/7$775
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/194:20 pmORD - JNB
1 stop22h 00mKLM
Fri 7/1011:30 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop21h 45mKLM
Deal found 1/6$777
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/134:25 pmORD - JNB
1 stop21h 40mKLM
Sun 3/111:59 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop22h 21mKLM
Deal found 1/6$778

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Johannesburg 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 January 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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Chicago

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

9:45 am-7:40 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/30

9:55 pm-1:23 pm

1 stop22h 28m

$764

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/23

10:49 am-7:00 pm

1 stop24h 11m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

9:55 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$764

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/11

11:25 am-7:40 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/1

9:55 pm-4:41 pm

1 stop25h 46m

$764

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/19

10:46 am-7:00 pm

1 stop24h 14m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/3

9:55 pm-5:29 pm

1 stop27h 34m

$764

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/15

9:45 am-7:40 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/29

9:55 pm-1:23 pm

1 stop22h 28m

$764

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

2:25 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/27

9:55 pm-4:41 pm

1 stop25h 46m

$764

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

9:45 am-7:40 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/29

9:55 pm-4:41 pm

1 stop25h 46m

$764

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/26

10:46 am-7:00 pm

1 stop24h 14m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/6

9:55 pm-3:38 pm

1 stop25h 43m

$764

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/21

11:06 am-7:00 pm

1 stop23h 54m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

9:55 pm-11:59 am

1 stop22h 04m

$764

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/27

6:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop29h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/6

9:55 pm-3:38 pm

1 stop25h 43m

$764

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on January 2, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Johannesburg is 16 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 $839). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,209). 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 January 7, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and American 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,138 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

IAD - TYS

It was a short flight on a small express plane, so no time for amenities. Quickly on, quickly off. No complaints.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,138 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,138 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

IAD - TYS

It was a short flight on a small express plane, so no time for amenities. Quickly on, quickly off. No complaints.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,150 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,138 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

IAD - TYS

It was a short flight on a small express plane, so no time for amenities. Quickly on, quickly off. No complaints.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,092 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,138 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

IAD - TYS

It was a short flight on a small express plane, so no time for amenities. Quickly on, quickly off. No complaints.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
935 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,138 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

IAD - TYS

It was a short flight on a small express plane, so no time for amenities. Quickly on, quickly off. No complaints.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,657 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,138 reviews

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

IAD - TYS

It was a short flight on a small express plane, so no time for amenities. Quickly on, quickly off. No complaints.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Johannesburg?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Johannesburg can take about 23h 41m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $764. The distance from Chicago to Johannesburg is about 8704 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Turkish Airlines, at $824, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to Johannesburg.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Ethiopian Air and American Airlines. These flights start at 32% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg one-way?

    $576 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Ethiopian Air and United Airlines, with prices starting from $743 and $1,092, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Johannesburg?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Johannesburg 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 Chicago to Johannesburg?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg (average of $839). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,209). 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 9 airlines flying from Chicago to Johannesburg

Discover the top 9 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 January 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$824Average$1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$888Average$1,207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$902Average$1,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$920Average$1,351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,071Average$1,328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,097Average$1,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,118Average$1,591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,202Average$1,821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$1,561Average$1,830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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