$611+ 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 4/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — JNB
Mar 24 — Mar 311
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 22, 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 22, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/411:50 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/107:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$881
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 4/238:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 4/296:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop22h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/20![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$882
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/248:31 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops32h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/35:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops45h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$904
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/228:31 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops32h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/305:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$912
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 4/208:31 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops32h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/285:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$913
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/187:00 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Kenya Airways
Tue 4/215:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 41m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/19![Kenya Airways logo]()
$915
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/216:21 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops38h 29m
Kenya Airways
Tue 4/285:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 41m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/21![Kenya Airways logo]()
$918
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/1911:25 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop40h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 4/276:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop22h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/21![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$919
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Tue 4/218:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 4/285:50 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/21![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$925
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Sat 4/256:21 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops38h 29m
Kenya Airways
Mon 5/45:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops26h 26m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/21![Kenya Airways logo]()
$928
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 5/68:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 5/226:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop22h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$929
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/1110:45 am
MDW
- JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 4/199:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 31m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/19![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,762
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 22, 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 22, 2026.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 4/248:31 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops32h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/305:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops45h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$904
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 4/248:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 4/305:50 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$966
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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
Tue 3/102:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/22![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$977
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/135:21 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop19h 19m
Delta
Thu 5/79:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 22m
Delta
Deal found 2/21![Delta logo]()
$1,762
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sun 4/510:45 am
MDW
- JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 4/239:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 31m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/19![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,762
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/2310:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 5/68:20 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/21![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$978
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Wed 3/1812:50 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/247:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,041
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 5/610:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 5/222:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/19![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,018
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/48:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 3/87:05 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop23h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,090
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/910:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 4/225:30 am
JNB
- ORD
3 stops33h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/21![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,036
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 2/18![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,057
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/1510:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 5/32:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/21![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,058
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 5/1010:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 5/1810:50 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops40h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/18![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,072
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/114:30 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Delta
Mon 4/209:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop21h 12m
Delta
Deal found 2/19![Delta logo]()
$1,762
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/1110:45 am
MDW
- JNB
1 stop25h 55m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 4/199:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 31m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/19![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,762
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/135:21 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop19h 19m
Delta
Fri 5/89:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 17m
Delta
Deal found 2/21![Delta logo]()
$1,762
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 5/65:21 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop19h 19m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 5/209:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop30h 14m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/19![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,762
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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
Fri 5/89:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 17m
Delta
Deal found 2/21![Delta logo]()
$1,762
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Sun 5/1010:46 am
MDW
- JNB
1 stop25h 54m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 5/189:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop30h 14m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/18![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,763
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/121:10 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops23h 30m
Delta
Wed 5/69:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops27h 01m
Delta
Deal found 2/21![Delta logo]()
$1,767
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 5/101:59 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops22h 41m
Delta
Mon 5/189:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops27h 19m
Delta
Deal found 2/18![Delta logo]()
$1,767
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 5/612:52 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop23h 48m
Delta
Wed 5/209:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops27h 01m
Delta
Deal found 2/19![Delta logo]()
$1,767
Last-minute flights from Chicago to JohannesburgDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Johannesburg. Data last updated February 22, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Johannesburg. Data last updated February 22, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Rumbo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Rumbo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/228:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/107:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$932
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 2/237:00 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops24h 50m
Kenya Airways
Tue 3/35:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops32h 43m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/18![Kenya Airways logo]()
$964
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Tue 2/248:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 3/117:05 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop23h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/22![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$986
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/411:50 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/107:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$881
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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
Tue 3/108:20 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/19![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$977
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/47:00 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops24h 50m
Kenya Airways
Mon 3/91:35 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops41h 19m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/18![Kenya Airways logo]()
$985
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 3/511:50 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 3/87:05 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop23h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$951
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/910:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 4/52:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/20![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$978
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/1712:50 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/247:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop22h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$974
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/187:00 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Kenya Airways
Tue 4/215:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 41m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/19![Kenya Airways logo]()
$915
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/1812:50 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 4/215:50 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop22h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/19![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$996
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 3/2610:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/312:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/19![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$993
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 22, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Johannesburg. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 22, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/147:25 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops37h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$611
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/31:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops40h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$618
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Tue 3/177:30 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops37h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$621
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/122:00 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops40h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$626
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Thu 4/162:00 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops42h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$627
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 2/286:51 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops58h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$631
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sun 3/159:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/20![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$632
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/132:00 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops47h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$651
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/128:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop31h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/21![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$653
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Sat 2/2811:50 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/20![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$655
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Mon 4/132:00 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/21![Etihad Airways logo]()
$658
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/243:15 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops56h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$670
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Round-trip from | $881 (FlightHub) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $611 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,052 |
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ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 4/24
8:31 am-12:15 am
2 stops32h 44m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 4/30
5:00 pm-7:41 am
2 stops45h 41m
$904
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 4/24
8:10 pm-10:30 am
1 stop31h 20m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 4/30
5:50 pm-9:40 am
1 stop22h 50m
$966
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 3/4
9:45 am-8:10 pm
1 stop26h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 3/10
2:30 pm-8:40 am
2 stops25h 10m
$977
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 4/23
10:15 am-1:05 pm
1 stop19h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 5/6
8:20 am-8:15 am
2 stops30h 55m
$978
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 5/6
10:15 am-8:10 pm
1 stop26h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 5/22
2:30 pm-8:15 am
2 stops24h 45m
$1,018
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 4/9
10:15 am-8:10 pm
1 stop26h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 4/22
5:30 am-8:15 am
3 stops33h 45m
$1,036
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 3/18
12:50 pm-10:50 am
1 stop39h 00m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 3/24
7:10 pm-11:05 am
1 stop22h 55m
$1,041
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
Wed 4/15
10:15 am-1:05 pm
1 stop19h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 5/3
2:30 pm-8:15 am
2 stops24h 45m
$1,058
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 5/10
10:15 am-1:05 pm
1 stop19h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Mon 5/18
10:50 pm-8:15 am
2 stops40h 25m
$1,072
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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 20, 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 $767). 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.
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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 February 22, 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.
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
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 22, 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$876 | Average$1,183 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time82% | |
| Cheapest$877 | Average$1,132 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$888 | Average$1,170 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$920 | Average$1,351 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$999 | Average$1,330 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$1,053 | Average$1,244 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,119 | Average$1,374 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$1,193 | Average$1,683 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |