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$624+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — JNB
Mar 13 — Mar 201
Fri 3/13
Fri 3/20
1 adult, Economy
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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 February 11, 2026.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/246:04 am
ORD
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JNB
2 stops26h 46m
Kenya Airways
Thu 4/305:00 pm
JNB
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ORD
2 stops35h 56m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/9$872
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/286:21 pm
ORD
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JNB
2 stops38h 29m
Kenya Airways
Tue 5/1212:10 pm
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops31h 11m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 2/11$928
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 4/158:31 am
ORD
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JNB
2 stops24h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/2512:10 pm
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops50h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$961
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Sun 5/106:41 am
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops34h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/245:00 pm
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops26h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8$972
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Wed 4/158:31 am
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops24h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/265:00 pm
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops27h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9$973
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 CrystalTravel 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 4/18:20 am
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops30h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/9$975
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Sat 5/912:15 pm
ORD
-
JNB
2 stops44h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/171:15 am
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops42h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$980
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 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 2/11$981
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Gotogate 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
Tue 3/312:30 pm
JNB
-
ORD
2 stops24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/10$989
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
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 2/10$992
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 4/1512:53 pm
MDW
-
JNB
1 stop23h 47m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 4/299:55 pm
JNB
-
MDW
1 stop25h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/8$1,762
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/812:51 pm
MDW
-
JNB
1 stop23h 49m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 5/229:55 pm
JNB
-
MDW
1 stop24h 31m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 2/11$1,763

Find flight deals from Chicago to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 February 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$872
(Gurufare)

One-way from

$624
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,052
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($143 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($53 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to OR Tambo 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 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/18

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/25

2:30 pm-8:40 am

2 stops25h 10m

$992

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/18

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/29

8:20 am-8:15 am

2 stops30h 55m

$992

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/25

8:20 am-8:40 am

2 stops31h 20m

$992

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/28

9:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

8:20 am-7:40 am

2 stops31h 20m

$1,035

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

$1,057

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/27

6:50 pm-3:55 am

1 stop25h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

8:30 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$1,092

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/19

10:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/27

10:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops40h 25m

$1,094

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

6:50 pm-8:40 am

1 stop29h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/8

12:45 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop34h 00m

$1,278

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/15

12:53 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop23h 47m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/25

9:55 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop25h 30m

$1,762

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/15

5:21 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop19h 19m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/28

9:55 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop25h 30m

$1,762

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to OR Tambo in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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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?

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 February 6, 2026.

Booking 21 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $732). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,208). 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’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.

Istanbul (IST) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 29% 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?

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.

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?

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.

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?

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.

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

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 February 11, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,179 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,179 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,179 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,276 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,179 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,211 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,179 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,267 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,179 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
958 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,179 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to OR Tambo. 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 Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air and Virgin Atlantic fly from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in about 19h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 57m. There are 8704 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 $776, KLM will fly you from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to KLM, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $816 and $854, respectively. KLM is 35% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $718 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from $721 and $808, respectively.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $732). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,208). 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 Chicago to OR Tambo

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 February 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$776Average$1,830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$816Average$1,575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$854Average$1,141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$876Average$1,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$888Average$1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$902Average$1,278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$920Average$1,351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,071Average$1,244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,118Average$1,682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,118Average$1,359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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