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$620+ 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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — JNB
oct. 16 — oct. 231
jue. 10/16
jue. 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Johannesburg

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Johannesburg flight deals. Data was last updated septiembre 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$902
(CrystalTravel)

One-way from

$620
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,033
From Illinois to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Johannesburg
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 septiembre 16, 2025.

This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mié. 10/1510:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
jue. 10/238:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/14$902
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
jue. 10/2310:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
dom. 11/22:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/13$932
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
dom. 10/1210:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air
jue. 10/232:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/14$942
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
jue. 9/1810:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air
jue. 10/98:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/13$970
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
mié. 10/297:50 pmORD - JNB
2 stops39h 50mQatar Airways
mié. 11/51:45 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop32h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/13$971
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
jue. 10/3010:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
jue. 11/62:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$989
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
dom. 9/2810:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air
dom. 10/52:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$1,000
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
dom. 9/2810:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
vie. 10/108:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$1,015
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
mié. 10/2210:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
lun. 11/1011:00 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops40h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$1,017
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
lun. 11/247:00 amORD - JNB
2 stops33h 25mKenya Airways
lun. 12/85:00 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops32h 46mKenya Airways
Deal found 9/15$1,020
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mié. 10/17:00 amORD - JNB
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
lun. 10/131:25 amJNB - ORD
2 stops41h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,021
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
sáb. 10/1110:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air
sáb. 10/252:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops25h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/14$1,030

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Johannesburg that are best for you.

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 9/28

10:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 10/11

8:20 am-8:15 am

2 stops30h 55m

$1,050

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 11/23

6:50 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops39h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 12/8

1:45 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop32h 45m

$1,106

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 9/29

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 10/6

10:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops40h 25m

$1,150

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 10/2

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 10/6

10:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops40h 25m

$1,150

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 9/28

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 10/6

10:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops40h 25m

$1,150

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 10/12

7:40 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop37h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 10/18

3:10 am-2:50 pm

2 stops42h 40m

$1,167

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 11/22

6:50 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops39h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 12/8

1:45 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop32h 45m

$1,180

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 9/27

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 10/6

10:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops40h 25m

$1,200

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 3/4

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 3/8

8:20 am-7:40 am

2 stops31h 20m

$1,203

St. LouisJohannesburg

STL - JNB

STLJNB

Lambert-St Louis

mié. 10/22

9:43 am-4:10 pm

2 stops47h 27m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 10/28

1:45 pm-6:36 pm

2 stops35h 51m

$1,210

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Johannesburg?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Illinois to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,674). 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 IL to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 septiembre 16, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Johannesburg as you normally would.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois to Johannesburg?

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways, and American Airlines fly from Illinois to Johannesburg in about 26h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 55m. The distance from Illinois to Johannesburg is about 8704 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $856 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 Lufthansa and Delta, with prices starting from $869 and $1,143, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Johannesburg?

    The most popular route from Illinois to Johannesburg is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo. You may also consider Chicago Midway - Johannesburg OR Tambo or Lambert-St Louis - Johannesburg OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Johannesburg?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois 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 Illinois to Johannesburg?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Illinois to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,674). 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 Illinois to Johannesburg

Discover the top 8 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 septiembre 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$798Average$947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$888Average$1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$902Average$1,153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$998Average$1,516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$1,046Average$1,806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,049Average$1,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,173Average$1,328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
DeltaCheapest$1,202Average$1,781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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