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$632+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Johannesburg

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ORD — JNB
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sat 12/279:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Sat 1/108:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/11$1,254
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sat 12/209:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Mon 1/128:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/11$1,304
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Wed 12/318:00 amORD - JNB
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/175:00 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops28h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,344
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/179:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop34h 10mEthiopian Air
Fri 1/92:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/10$1,454
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Wed 12/316:50 pmORD - JNB
1 stop31h 40mSWISS
Sat 1/173:15 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops57h 05mSWISS
Deal found 12/11$1,597
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/305:20 pmORD - JNB
1 stop34h 50mKLM
Sun 1/1111:59 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop22h 21mKLM
Deal found 12/11$1,697
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/309:50 pmORD - JNB
1 stop25h 15mLufthansa
Sun 1/1111:40 amJNB - ORD
2 stops59h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 12/11$1,729
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:30 pmORD - JNB
1 stop31h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/67:35 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop27h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,791
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:20 pmORD - JNB
1 stop30h 30mTurkish Airlines
Sat 1/177:10 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,801
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:30 pmORD - JNB
3 stops29h 25mEthiopian Air
Sat 1/172:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/11$1,876

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$871
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$632
(CrystalTravel)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,830
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/31

11:50 am-10:50 am

1 stop39h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/21

7:10 pm-10:05 am

1 stop22h 55m

$871

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/22

8:20 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/29

7:10 pm-10:05 am

1 stop22h 55m

$889

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/23

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/1

2:30 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,014

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/2

6:04 am-12:25 am

2 stops34h 21m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/12

5:00 pm-12:57 pm

2 stops26h 57m

$1,032

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/28

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/5

8:20 am-7:40 am

2 stops31h 20m

$1,054

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/24

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/31

2:30 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,094

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/25

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/1

8:20 am-7:40 am

2 stops31h 20m

$1,104

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/15

6:25 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops37h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/31

5:00 pm-1:14 pm

2 stops28h 14m

$1,129

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/31

5:20 pm-12:25 am

2 stops47h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/20

1:35 am-1:29 pm

2 stops43h 54m

$1,217

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

2:30 pm-8:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

$1,310

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 47 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg (average of $820). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 ORD to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings 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.

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 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg, such as KLM, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,093 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,090 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
902 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

    Departing from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg will take you 26h 25m. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Johannesburg are separated by a distance of 8704 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Turkish Airlines, at $815, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Ethiopian Air and American Airlines. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 35% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $576. Users have also found prices from $718 and $1,092 on Ethiopian Air and United Airlines, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Johannesburg?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg (average of $820). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl to Johannesburg

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 12, 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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