How long is the flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Airlines like Ethiopian Air and Delta fly from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 22h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 05m. There are 8695 mi between Chicago and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

Currently priced at $813, Turkish Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $871 and $888, respectively. Turkish Airlines is 32% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Before booking your flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport check out the most popular airlines for this route: American Airlines, British Airways or Delta.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Users have found that leaving on a Monday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 24% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Chicago in February are about $1,199 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $803.

Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Chicago to OR Tambo?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to OR Tambo?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to OR Tambo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

$592+ Cheap Flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between $1,048 and $1,340 in October. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $888 on Ethiopian Air (Oct 22-Nov 10).

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Average price	$1,216

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 21, 2025.

Wed 10/2210:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air

Mon 11/108:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/18

$888

Thu 9/1810:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air

Thu 10/98:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/18

$890

Thu 10/210:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air

Sat 10/118:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/19

$931

Thu 9/1110:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air

Thu 10/28:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/20

$932

Sun 10/510:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air

Sun 10/198:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/21

$939

Mon 9/2210:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air

Thu 10/28:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/21

$940

Sun 9/1410:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air

Wed 10/18:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/19

$943

Wed 11/56:44 amORD - JNB

2 stops25h 06mMultiple Airlines

Wed 11/121:35 amJNB - ORD

2 stops48h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/21

$954

Sat 10/45:00 pmORD - JNB

2 stops39h 50mMultiple Airlines

Sun 10/195:00 pmJNB - ORD

2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/19

$960

Wed 9/1010:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air

Wed 9/242:30 pmJNB - ORD

2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/20

$967

Sat 10/410:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air

Sat 10/118:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/19

$976

Tue 12/3012:10 pmMDW - JNB

1 stop22h 50mDelta

Fri 1/169:55 pmJNB - MDW

1 stop26h 30mDelta

Deal found 8/19

$1,576

Best flights from Chicago to OR Tambo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to OR Tambo that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 21, 2025.

Wed 10/2210:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air

Mon 11/108:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/18

$888

Tue 12/3012:10 pmMDW - JNB

1 stop22h 50mDelta

Fri 1/169:55 pmJNB - MDW

1 stop26h 30mDelta

Deal found 8/19

$1,576

Thu 9/1810:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air

Thu 10/98:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/18

$890

Thu 10/210:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air

Sat 10/118:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/19

$931

Fri 10/310:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air

Sun 10/198:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/19

$931

Sun 10/510:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air

Sun 10/198:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/21

$939

Mon 9/2210:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air

Thu 10/28:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/19

$940

Thu 9/1110:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air

Wed 9/248:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/20

$943

Thu 1/16:00 amMDW - JNB

1 stop29h 00mDelta

Sun 1/189:55 pmJNB - MDW

1 stop22h 06mDelta

Deal found 8/19

$1,576

Tue 12/3012:10 pmMDW - JNB

1 stop22h 50mDelta

Sun 1/189:55 pmJNB - MDW

1 stop26h 30mDelta

Deal found 8/19

$1,576

Tue 12/3010:08 amMDW - JNB

1 stop24h 52mDelta

Sat 1/179:55 pmJNB - MDW

1 stop26h 30mDelta

Deal found 8/19

$1,576

Thu 1/13:30 pmMDW - JNB

1 stop19h 30mDelta

Sat 1/179:55 pmJNB - MDW

1 stop26h 30mDelta

Deal found 8/19

$1,576

Last-minute flights from Chicago to OR Tambo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to OR Tambo. Data last updated August 21, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Thu 9/48:10 pmORD - JNB

2 stops36h 40mMultiple Airlines

Thu 9/255:00 pmJNB - ORD

2 stops26h 16mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/20

$1,023

Sat 9/68:34 amORD - JNB

2 stops32h 51mMultiple Airlines

Tue 9/165:00 pmJNB - ORD

2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/21

$1,017

Wed 9/1010:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air

Wed 9/242:30 pmJNB - ORD

2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/20

$967

Thu 9/1110:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air

Thu 10/28:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/20

$932

Thu 9/1110:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air

Sun 9/212:30 pmJNB - ORD

2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/20

$1,012

Fri 9/1210:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air

Wed 10/18:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/19

$988

Sat 9/1311:00 amMDW - JNB

1 stop25h 40mDelta

Sun 9/289:55 pmJNB - MDW

1 stop20h 53mDelta

Deal found 8/19

$1,601

Sat 9/131:08 pmMDW - JNB

2 stops23h 32mDelta

Wed 10/19:55 pmJNB - MDW

1 stop20h 53mDelta

Deal found 8/19

$1,605

Sun 9/1410:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air

Wed 10/18:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/19

$943

Thu 9/1810:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air

Thu 10/98:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/18

$890

Mon 9/2210:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air

Thu 10/28:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/21

$940

Wed 9/2410:15 amORD - JNB

1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air

Fri 10/248:20 amJNB - ORD

2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/19

$979

One-way flights from Chicago to OR Tambo
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to OR Tambo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 21, 2025.

Mon 11/106:30 pmORD - JNB

2 stops53h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/21

$592

Sun 8/3111:21 amORD - JNB

2 stops38h 09mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/21

$614

Sat 8/305:45 pmORD - JNB

2 stops55h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/21

$616

Sun 8/311:55 pmORD - JNB

1 stop35h 35mEtihad Airways

Deal found 8/19

$631

Mon 11/101:10 pmORD - JNB

1 stop35h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 8/21

$657

Tue 9/21:55 pmORD - JNB

1 stop35h 25mEtihad Airways

Deal found 8/19

$677

Wed 12/39:45 amORD - JNB

1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air

Deal found 8/19

$743

Sun 12/145:56 pmMDW - JNB

3 stops36h 44mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/21

$836

Mon 12/83:27 pmMDW - JNB

2 stops35h 23mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/20

$843

Thu 12/255:56 pmMDW - JNB

3 stops45h 19mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/20

$1,010

Fri 12/263:27 pmMDW - JNB

2 stops35h 23mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/20

$1,098

Wed 12/243:27 pmMDW - JNB

3 stops38h 53mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 8/20

$1,170

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

10:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/10

8:20 am-7:40 am

2 stops31h 20m

$888

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/18

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

8:20 am-8:15 am

2 stops30h 55m

$890

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/2

10:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/11

8:20 am-8:15 am

2 stops30h 55m

$931

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/3

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/19

8:20 am-8:15 am

2 stops30h 55m

$931

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/5

10:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/19

8:20 am-8:15 am

2 stops30h 55m

$939

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/22

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/2

8:20 am-8:15 am

2 stops30h 55m

$940

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/11

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/24

8:20 am-8:15 am

2 stops30h 55m

$943

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Tue 12/30

12:10 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/16

9:55 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$1,576

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/1

6:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop29h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/18

9:55 pm-12:01 pm

1 stop22h 06m

$1,576

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Tue 12/30

12:10 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/18

9:55 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$1,576

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Booking 54 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,668). 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?

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon 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 OR Tambo Airport?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Istanbul (IST) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 53% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Addis Ababa (ADD) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $1,209.

What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 21h 15m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 37m.

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and American Airlines from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,930 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,930 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,930 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Turkish Airlines

7.3

Good

3,950 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,930 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,930 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Ethiopian Air

7.2

Good

837 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,930 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

British Airways

6.7

Okay

7,291 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,930 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Airlines like Ethiopian Air and Delta fly from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 22h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 05m. There are 8695 mi between Chicago and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?
Currently priced at $813, Turkish Airlines will fly you from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $871 and $888, respectively. Turkish Airlines is 32% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Chicago to OR Tambo?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to OR Tambo.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to OR Tambo?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,668). 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 Chicago to OR Tambo

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$813	Average$936	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Kenya Airways	Cheapest$871	Average$1,149	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest$888	Average$1,216	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%
American Airlines	Cheapest$902	Average$1,168	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
British Airways	Cheapest$973	Average$1,270	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
United Airlines	Cheapest$998	Average$1,473	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
KLM	Cheapest$1,046	Average$1,806	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$1,173	Average$1,328	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%
Delta	Cheapest$1,202	Average$1,808	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A

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$592+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or March, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

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Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 21, 2025.

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

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What’s the top layover airport for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

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