OR Tambo

$523+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — JNB
Jul 16 — Jul 231
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in March or October, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 July 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,152
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$523
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,511
From Chicago O'Hare Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($128 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($41 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 11, 2025.

This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/110:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEthiopian Air
Sun 9/148:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/10$1,152
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/121:55 pmORD - JNB
1 stop35h 25mEtihad Airways
Mon 9/299:50 amJNB - ORD
1 stop29h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/10$1,155
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/135:10 pmORD - JNB
1 stop30h 25mBritish Airways
Mon 12/110:00 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop28h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/10$1,165
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/128:00 amORD - JNB
2 stops42h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 9/283:10 amJNB - ORD
2 stops42h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/10$1,185
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
Sat 11/112:50 pmORD - JNB
1 stop39h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sat 11/87:10 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop31h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/9$1,192
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 9/227:00 amORD - JNB
2 stops44h 55mKenya Airways
Wed 10/11:25 amJNB - ORD
2 stops47h 20mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/9$1,195
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2211:21 amORD - JNB
2 stops37h 59mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/299:50 amJNB - ORD
1 stop29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/10$1,272
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/135:42 pmORD - JNB
2 stops29h 48mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/110:05 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops27h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/10$1,296

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/1

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/14

8:20 am-8:15 am

2 stops30h 55m

$1,152

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/12

1:55 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/29

9:50 am-8:45 am

1 stop29h 55m

$1,155

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/12

8:00 am-9:35 am

2 stops42h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/28

3:10 am-3:05 pm

2 stops42h 55m

$1,185

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/22

7:00 am-10:55 am

2 stops44h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/1

1:25 am-5:45 pm

2 stops47h 20m

$1,195

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/8

11:25 am-10:35 am

1 stop40h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/29

7:05 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop31h 20m

$1,214

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/22

11:21 am-8:20 am

2 stops37h 59m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/29

9:50 am-8:45 am

1 stop29h 55m

$1,272

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/26

9:15 pm-9:25 am

1 stop29h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/17

7:25 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$1,307

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

11:21 am-8:20 am

2 stops37h 59m

$523

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/24

1:55 pm-8:20 am

1 stop35h 25m

$657

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/29

7:50 pm-10:35 am

1 stop31h 45m

$871

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Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to OR Tambo

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,683). 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 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 July 11, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 20% on airfare.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated July 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Turkish Airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines

Related info for your journey

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

    According to our current data, Ethiopian Air ($1,152), Qatar Airways ($1,183), and Turkish Airlines ($1,193) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Ethiopian Air is priced at 7% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $657 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $871 and $884, respectively.

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

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

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

    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 OR Tambo.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,683). 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 10 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to OR Tambo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl to OR Tambo. 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 July 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$795Average$925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$871Average$1,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
American AirlinesCheapest$879Average$1,153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$891Average$1,264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$952Average$1,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SWISSCheapest$966Average$1,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$995Average$1,822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$998Average$1,373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,173Average$1,355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
KLMCheapest$1,179Average$1,806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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