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$627+ 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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — JNB
Jan 6 — Jan 131
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Tue 1/13
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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 December 7, 2025.

This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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.
Tue 12/97:00 amORD - JNB
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/115:00 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops27h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5$1,344
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 12/87:00 amORD - JNB
2 stops43h 55mKenya Airways
Thu 12/115:00 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops32h 46mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/5$1,480
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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.
Tue 12/97:00 amORD - JNB
2 stops43h 55mKenya Airways
Thu 12/115:00 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops32h 46mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/5$1,486
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/258:40 pmORD - JNB
1 stop29h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/1910:00 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop27h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,566
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:24 pmORD - JNB
2 stops21h 11mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/1910:00 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops23h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,582
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Fri 12/59:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Wed 1/142:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/4$1,584
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 12/139:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Sat 1/312:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/5$1,648
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 12/89:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/118:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/5$1,669
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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.
Fri 12/129:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop34h 10mEthiopian Air
Fri 12/268:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/5$1,670
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/109:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Fri 12/125:30 amJNB - ORD
3 stops34h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/6$1,686
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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.
Tue 12/306:00 amMDW - JNB
1 stop29h 00mDelta
Sun 1/1110:00 pmJNB - MDW
2 stops28h 32mDelta
Deal found 12/6$2,282
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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.
Sat 12/61:14 pmMDW - JNB
2 stops24h 51mKLM
Tue 1/2011:59 pmJNB - MDW
2 stops26h 37mKLM
Deal found 12/5$2,657

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 December 7, 2025.

Round-trip from

$876
(oojo)

One-way from

$627
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$1,641
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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 December 7, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/22

11:25 am-10:35 am

1 stop40h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/26

6:00 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop31h 15m

$994

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/22

7:30 am-12:15 am

2 stops33h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/26

5:00 pm-5:41 pm

2 stops31h 41m

$1,035

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/22

10:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/26

8:20 am-8:15 am

2 stops30h 55m

$1,054

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/14

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/4

2:30 pm-8:15 am

2 stops24h 45m

$1,074

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/31

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/21

8:20 am-7:40 am

2 stops31h 20m

$1,104

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/17

9:45 am-3:55 am

1 stop34h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/24

2:30 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,253

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/27

9:45 am-12:05 am

2 stops30h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/11

8:20 am-8:40 am

2 stops31h 20m

$1,288

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/23

9:45 am-12:05 am

2 stops30h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/30

2:30 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,330

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Fri 2/27

6:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop29h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/11

9:55 pm-4:53 pm

1 stop25h 58m

$1,552

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/21

1:29 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops24h 36m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/28

11:59 pm-6:36 pm

2 stops26h 37m

$1,577

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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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Johannesburg

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 December 5, 2025.

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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg (average of $820). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,213). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 7, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 44% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 7, 2025.
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
9,072 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,072 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,072 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,084 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,072 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,046 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,072 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
903 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,072 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,563 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,072 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

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 26h 55m. Turkish Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,054. 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 $814, 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 $718 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg (average of $820). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,213). 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 8 airlines flying from Chicago to Johannesburg

Discover the top 8 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 December 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$815Average$1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$885Average$1,192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$902Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,071Average$1,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,097Average$1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,118Average$1,557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,202Average$1,850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$1,558Average$1,830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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