Johannesburg

$615+ 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 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — JNB
Apr 25 — May 21
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Johannesburg

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 March 26, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 8/276:00 am
ORD
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JNB
2 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/85:00 pm
JNB
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ORD
2 stops26h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$980
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/77:20 pm
ORD
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JNB
1 stop37h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 5/148:40 pm
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop25h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/25$985
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 9/15:57 pm
ORD
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JNB
2 stops47h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/155:00 pm
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops34h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23$986
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/67:20 pm
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop37h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 5/148:40 pm
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop25h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/23$987
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/18:31 am
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops32h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/112:10 pm
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$989
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 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
Wed 4/291:15 am
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops61h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/22$995
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sun 9/66:10 pm
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops38h 40m
Kenya Airways
Sun 9/2012:10 pm
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 31m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/25$998
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/266:00 am
ORD
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JNB
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/45:00 pm
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops26h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/21$1,001
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/77:20 pm
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 9/178:55 pm
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop25h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/22$1,014
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 9/96:00 am
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops26h 50m
Kenya Airways
Tue 9/225:00 pm
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops26h 41m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 3/21$1,018
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/237:20 pm
ORD
-
JNB
1 stop30h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/18:40 pm
JNB
-
ORD
1 stop25h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/25$1,019
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 9/11:05 pm
MDW
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JNB
1 stop23h 35m
Delta
Tue 9/159:55 pm
JNB
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MDW
1 stop25h 32m
Delta
Deal found 3/25$1,930

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 March 26, 2026.

Round-trip from

$980
(oojo)

One-way from

$615
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,016
From Chicago (CHI) to Johannesburg
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($132 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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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 March 26, 2026.
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Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

7:20 pm-8:50 am

1 stop30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/26

8:40 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$1,146

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/17

6:00 am-8:50 am

2 stops43h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/26

8:40 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop25h 25m

$1,252

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

5:20 pm-8:50 am

2 stops56h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/23

2:45 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop31h 20m

$1,300

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/12

12:20 pm-8:50 am

2 stops37h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/20

2:45 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop31h 20m

$1,353

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/18

2:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/2

9:50 am-3:40 pm

1 stop36h 50m

$1,395

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/4

7:20 pm-3:15 pm

3 stops36h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/13

2:45 pm-5:04 pm

2 stops33h 19m

$1,423

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

8:35 pm-5:30 am

1 stop25h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/23

7:10 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$1,528

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/16

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/22

2:30 pm-8:15 am

2 stops24h 45m

$1,678

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/15

2:00 pm-8:15 am

1 stop35h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/22

9:45 am-8:35 am

1 stop29h 50m

$1,712

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/12

8:10 pm-10:30 am

1 stop31h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/27

6:00 pm-9:40 am

1 stop22h 40m

$1,751

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Johannesburg from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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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 March 13, 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 $753). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,200). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Johannesburg?

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 March 26, 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.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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 20h 10m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,930. The distance from Chicago to Johannesburg is about 8695 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?

    KLM, at $776, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to Johannesburg.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Turkish Airlines. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $742 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from $787 and $808, 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 $753). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,200). 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 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 March 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$776Average$1,830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$816Average$1,598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$882Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$920Average$1,351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$947Average$1,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$977Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,053Average$1,337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,054Average$1,505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,132Average$1,686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,159Average$1,381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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