$624+ 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 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — JNB
Mar 14 — Mar 211
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 February 12, 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 February 12, 2026.
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/246:04 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops26h 46m
Kenya Airways
Thu 4/305:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops35h 56m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/9![Kenya Airways logo]()
$872
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/286:21 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops38h 29m
Kenya Airways
Tue 5/1212:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 11m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/11![Kenya Airways logo]()
$928
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Wed 4/158:31 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops24h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/2512:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops50h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$961
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Sun 5/106:41 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops34h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/245:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops26h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$972
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 4/158:31 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops24h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/265:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$973
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/119:45 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 4/18:20 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/9![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$975
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/912:15 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops44h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/171:15 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops42h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$980
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1810:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 3/258:20 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/11![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$981
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 2/119:45 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/312:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/10![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$989
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Wed 2/119:45 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 3/182:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/10![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$992
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1512:53 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop23h 47m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 4/259:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/8![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,762
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Sat 5/25:21 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop19h 19m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 5/179:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop30h 14m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/11![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,763
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 February 12, 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 February 12, 2026.
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Wed 3/1810:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 3/252:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/8![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$992
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Fri 2/276:50 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop25h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 3/88:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop26h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/10![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,092
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1512:53 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop23h 47m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 4/259:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/8![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,762
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/94:30 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Delta
Mon 5/189:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops27h 19m
Delta
Deal found 2/10![Delta logo]()
$1,767
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/89:23 am
MDW
- JNB
2 stops28h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/226:00 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops34h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,791
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Wed 3/1810:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 3/298:20 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/8![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$992
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/49:45 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 3/258:20 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/11![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$992
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Sat 2/289:45 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 3/88:20 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/10![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,035
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/46:50 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop29h 50m
Qatar Airways
Sun 3/812:45 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop34h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,278
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/49:45 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 3/82:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/9![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,057
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1910:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 4/2710:50 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops40h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/11![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,094
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/155:21 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop19h 19m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 4/279:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/8![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,762
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/159:31 am
MDW
- JNB
2 stops27h 09m
Delta
Sat 4/259:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop21h 12m
Delta
Deal found 2/8![Delta logo]()
$1,767
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Sat 5/94:30 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 5/189:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 22m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/11![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,763
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/301:10 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops23h 30m
Delta
Mon 4/139:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops27h 03m
Delta
Deal found 2/10![Delta logo]()
$1,771
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Fri 5/812:51 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop23h 49m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 5/229:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop24h 31m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/11![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,763
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/155:21 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop19h 19m
Delta
Sun 4/2611:15 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops26h 21m
Delta
Deal found 2/8![Delta logo]()
$1,803
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Mon 3/3012:47 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop23h 53m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 4/139:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 34m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/10![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,766
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Fri 5/810:46 am
MDW
- JNB
1 stop25h 54m
Delta
Fri 5/226:00 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops30h 56m
Delta
Deal found 2/11![Delta logo]()
$1,804
Last-minute flights from Chicago to JohannesburgDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Johannesburg. Data last updated February 12, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Johannesburg. Data last updated February 12, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/119:45 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/312:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/9![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$973
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/119:45 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 4/18:20 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/9![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$975
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Wed 2/119:45 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 3/182:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/10![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$992
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/156:04 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops25h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/175:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops32h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$993
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/312:41 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops43h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/105:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops26h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,004
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/46:50 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop25h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/1112:45 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop34h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/10![Qatar Airways logo]()
$999
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1110:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 3/182:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/11![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,003
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1810:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 3/258:20 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/11![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$981
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/1910:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/312:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/10![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,000
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/307:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 4/72:45 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop31h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,013
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Mon 3/3012:47 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop23h 53m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 4/139:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 34m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/10![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,766
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/3010:45 am
MDW
- JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Delta
Mon 4/139:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops27h 03m
Delta
Deal found 2/10![Delta logo]()
$1,771
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 February 12, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Johannesburg. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 12, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Tue 2/171:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops42h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$624
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/152:00 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/8![Etihad Airways logo]()
$631
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/52:00 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops46h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$635
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Wed 2/251:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/8![Etihad Airways logo]()
$637
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Wed 4/156:31 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops26h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$638
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Mon 3/162:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops47h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$643
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Wed 3/112:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop35h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/7![Etihad Airways logo]()
$644
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Mon 2/231:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops47h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$648
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Wed 2/181:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops54h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$651
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Wed 2/251:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops47h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$654
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 2/2712:44 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops58h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$655
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Tue 2/246:10 am
MDW
- JNB
3 stops49h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$684
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 February 12, 2026.
Round-trip from | $872 (Gurufare) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $624 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,052 |
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ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 3/18
10:15 am-1:05 pm
1 stop19h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 3/25
2:30 pm-8:40 am
2 stops25h 10m
$992
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 3/18
10:15 am-1:05 pm
1 stop19h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 3/29
8:20 am-8:15 am
2 stops30h 55m
$992
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 3/4
9:45 am-8:10 pm
1 stop26h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 3/25
8:20 am-8:40 am
2 stops31h 20m
$992
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 2/28
9:45 am-8:10 pm
1 stop26h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 3/8
8:20 am-7:40 am
2 stops31h 20m
$1,035
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 3/4
9:45 am-8:10 pm
1 stop26h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 3/8
2:30 pm-8:40 am
2 stops25h 10m
$1,057
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 2/27
6:50 pm-3:55 am
1 stop25h 05m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 3/8
8:30 pm-3:45 pm
1 stop26h 15m
$1,092
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 4/19
10:15 am-8:10 pm
1 stop26h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 4/27
10:50 pm-8:15 am
2 stops40h 25m
$1,094
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 3/4
6:50 pm-8:40 am
1 stop29h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 3/8
12:45 pm-3:45 pm
1 stop34h 00m
$1,278
ChicagoJohannesburg
MDW - JNB
MDWJNB
Chicago Midway
Wed 4/15
12:53 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop23h 47m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 4/25
9:55 pm-4:25 pm
1 stop25h 30m
$1,762
ChicagoJohannesburg
MDW - JNB
MDWJNB
Chicago Midway
Wed 4/15
5:21 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop19h 19m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 4/27
9:55 pm-4:25 pm
1 stop25h 30m
$1,762
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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 February 6, 2026.
The best time to book flights from Chicago to Johannesburg is 21 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 $732). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,208). 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.
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 February 12, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish 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.
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
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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 February 12, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$776 | Average$1,830 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$816 | Average$1,575 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$854 | Average$1,141 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$876 | Average$1,076 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$888 | Average$1,188 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$902 | Average$1,278 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$920 | Average$1,351 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$1,071 | Average$1,244 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,118 | Average$1,682 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$1,118 | Average$1,359 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% |