$612+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 4/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — JNB
Mar 5 — Mar 121
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to JohannesburgExplore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 3/186:45 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops34h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/3112:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$872
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Mon 5/46:04 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops26h 46m
Kenya Airways
Mon 5/115:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops26h 41m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/1![Kenya Airways logo]()
$873
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 3/27:00 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops43h 55m
Kenya Airways
Tue 3/175:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops26h 57m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/2![Kenya Airways logo]()
$973
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 4/156:00 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/265:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$974
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/29:45 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/172:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$977
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Sun 4/2610:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 5/132:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$979
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 4/216:21 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops38h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/285:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$980
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 1/31![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$984
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/1![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$990
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/99:45 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 3/182:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/1![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$993
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/67:01 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops24h 49m
Kenya Airways
Sun 2/85:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops28h 14m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/2![Kenya Airways logo]()
$995
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/206:04 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops25h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1012:05 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$999
Best flights from Illinois to JohannesburgDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Illinois to Johannesburg that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Illinois to Johannesburg that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 3/186:45 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops34h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/3112:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$872
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/189:45 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/38:20 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,023
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/2512:50 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 4/16:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop22h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,194
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/2210:50 am
STL
- JNB
2 stops28h 15m
SAUDIA
Sat 3/2811:59 pm
JNB
- STL
2 stops51h 43m
SAUDIA
Deal found 2/2![SAUDIA logo]()
$1,492
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 4/196:50 pm
STL
- JNB
1 stop17h 50m
Delta
Mon 4/279:55 pm
JNB
- STL
1 stop21h 01m
Delta
Deal found 2/3![Delta logo]()
$1,496
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 5/1511:18 am
STL
- JNB
2 stops27h 02m
KLM
Sat 5/2311:15 pm
JNB
- STL
2 stops31h 06m
KLM
Deal found 2/3![KLM logo]()
$1,524
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Thu 4/167:12 am
STL
- JNB
2 stops49h 38m
Qatar Airways
Mon 4/202:45 pm
JNB
- STL
2 stops35h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/2![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,534
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Fri 5/155:59 pm
STL
- JNB
2 stops41h 31m
United Airlines
Sat 5/237:00 pm
JNB
- STL
1 stop25h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/3![United Airlines logo]()
$1,570
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 5/412:53 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop23h 47m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 5/209:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 22m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/1![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,763
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 7/88:15 pm
MLI
- JNB
2 stops29h 20m
Lufthansa
Sat 7/188:45 am
JNB
- MLI
2 stops39h 08m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/3![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,842
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/2310:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 4/38:20 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,025
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 1/31![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,058
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Sun 3/2212:50 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop39h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 4/16:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
1 stop22h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,194
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/2510:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 4/58:20 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,069
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 5/1310:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 5/298:20 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/1![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,079
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/194:05 pm
STL
- JNB
2 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/277:25 pm
JNB
- STL
3 stops32h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,570
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 5/410:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 5/208:20 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/1![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,079
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Thu 4/26:07 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop18h 33m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 4/179:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/2![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,763
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 5/49:27 am
MDW
- JNB
2 stops27h 13m
Delta
Wed 5/209:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop21h 01m
Delta
Deal found 2/1![Delta logo]()
$1,768
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 4/211:23 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops24h 57m
KLM
Tue 4/2811:15 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops26h 21m
KLM
Deal found 2/2![KLM logo]()
$1,791
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/2110:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 4/42:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,114
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Wed 7/82:26 pm
MLI
- JNB
2 stops21h 04m
United Airlines
Sat 7/187:00 pm
JNB
- MLI
2 stops51h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2![United Airlines logo]()
$1,831
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 7/98:15 pm
MLI
- JNB
2 stops29h 20m
Lufthansa
Sat 7/188:45 am
JNB
- MLI
2 stops39h 08m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/3![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,863
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 4/86:07 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop18h 33m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 4/179:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/2![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,763
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 4/89:30 am
MDW
- JNB
2 stops27h 10m
Delta
Fri 4/179:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop25h 30m
Delta
Deal found 2/2![Delta logo]()
$1,768
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Fri 3/202:05 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops21h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/29:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop21h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,782
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/1612:45 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Delta
Sun 3/19:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop27h 50m
Delta
Deal found 2/2![Delta logo]()
$1,770
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/2012:45 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop22h 15m
Delta
Tue 3/39:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop27h 50m
Delta
Deal found 2/2![Delta logo]()
$1,770
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/201:26 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops21h 34m
Delta
Wed 3/49:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
1 stop27h 50m
Delta
Deal found 2/2![Delta logo]()
$1,774
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/16:40 pm
MDW
- JNB
1 stop40h 20m
Delta
Tue 3/179:55 pm
JNB
- MDW
2 stops26h 59m
Delta
Deal found 2/2![Delta logo]()
$1,782
Last-minute flights from Illinois to JohannesburgDiscover last-minute flight deals from Illinois to Johannesburg. Data last updated February 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Illinois to Johannesburg. Data last updated February 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/67:01 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops24h 49m
Kenya Airways
Sun 2/85:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops28h 14m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/2![Kenya Airways logo]()
$995
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/99:45 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 3/182:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/1![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$993
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/1![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$990
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 2/169:45 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 3/12:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,023
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/206:04 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops25h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1012:05 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$999
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 3/27:00 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops43h 55m
Kenya Airways
Tue 3/175:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops26h 57m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/2![Kenya Airways logo]()
$973
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/29:45 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/172:30 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops25h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$977
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/32:12 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops41h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/105:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops25h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,006
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 3/186:45 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops34h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/3112:10 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$872
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 3/258:20 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/1![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$984
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Thu 3/195:50 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops39h 00m
Kenya Airways
Thu 4/25:00 pm
JNB
- ORD
2 stops31h 10m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/1![Kenya Airways logo]()
$1,002
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 3/2310:15 am
ORD
- JNB
1 stop26h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 4/18:20 am
JNB
- ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,024
One-way flights from Illinois to JohannesburgSearch for one-way flight options from Illinois to Johannesburg. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Illinois to Johannesburg. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/234:09 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops33h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$612
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 4/82:00 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops51h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$619
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/152:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops46h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$624
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/82:10 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops46h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$628
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 5/66:31 am
ORD
- JNB
2 stops26h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$641
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/62:00 pm
ORD
- JNB
1 stop35h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/2![Etihad Airways logo]()
$667
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/98:20 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops54h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$668
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/222:00 pm
ORD
- JNB
3 stops34h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$674
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/84:38 pm
ORD
- JNB
2 stops39h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$698
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 5/67:30 am
MDW
- JNB
3 stops42h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$699
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 4/82:56 pm
MDW
- JNB
2 stops34h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$780
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/116:15 am
MDW
- JNB
2 stops44h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$840
Find flight deals from Illinois to Johannesburg
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Johannesburg flight deals. Data was last updated February 3, 2026.
Round-trip from | $872 (Gurufare) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $612 (flugladen.de) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $989 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 February 3, 2026.
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ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 3/18
6:45 am-12:25 am
2 stops34h 40m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 3/31
12:10 pm-5:10 pm
2 stops36h 00m
$872
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 2/18
9:45 am-8:10 pm
1 stop26h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Tue 3/3
8:20 am-7:40 am
2 stops31h 20m
$1,023
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 3/23
10:15 am-1:05 pm
1 stop19h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 4/3
8:20 am-8:15 am
2 stops30h 55m
$1,025
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
$1,058
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 3/25
10:15 am-8:10 pm
1 stop26h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 4/5
8:20 am-8:15 am
2 stops30h 55m
$1,069
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 5/13
10:15 am-1:05 pm
1 stop19h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 5/29
8:20 am-8:15 am
2 stops30h 55m
$1,079
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 5/4
10:15 am-8:10 pm
1 stop26h 55m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 5/20
8:20 am-8:15 am
2 stops30h 55m
$1,079
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 3/21
10:15 am-1:05 pm
1 stop19h 50m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 4/4
2:30 pm-8:15 am
2 stops24h 45m
$1,114
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 3/25
12:50 pm-10:50 am
1 stop39h 00m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 4/1
6:00 pm-9:40 am
1 stop22h 40m
$1,194
ChicagoJohannesburg
ORD - JNB
ORDJNB
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 3/22
12:50 pm-10:50 am
1 stop39h 00m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 4/1
6:00 pm-9:40 am
1 stop22h 40m
$1,194
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Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Johannesburg (average of $753). Flying from Illinois to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,212). 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 9 airlines flying from Illinois to Johannesburg
Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 3, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$776 | Average$1,830 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$816 | Average$3,573 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$877 | Average$1,124 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$888 | Average$1,191 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$902 | Average$1,199 | 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$1,097 | Average$1,353 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$1,118 | Average$1,655 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |