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$683+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) to Illinois

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JNB — ORD
Apr 5 — Apr 121
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Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Illinois

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Round-trip from

$948
(Etihad Airways)

One-way from

$683
(oojo)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,075
From Johannesburg OR Tambo to Illinois
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($40 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/159:50 amJNB - ORD
2 stops33h 50mEtihad Airways
Mon 9/296:00 amORD - JNB
2 stops43h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/31$948
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1511:15 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop21h 55mDelta
Mon 9/296:00 amORD - JNB
1 stop30h 40mDelta
Deal found 3/31$979
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/297:45 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop27h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/126:45 pmORD - JNB
1 stop28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$983
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1311:15 pmJNB - MDW
2 stops26h 30mDelta
Wed 5/289:16 amMDW - JNB
2 stops29h 04mDelta
Deal found 3/31$988
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2910:05 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops27h 37mBritish Airways
Mon 1/126:35 pmORD - JNB
2 stops28h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/30$1,014
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 5/295:50 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop22h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 6/87:50 pmORD - JNB
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,022
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/298:40 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops34h 18mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 6/86:27 pmORD - JNB
2 stops32h 53mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/31$1,030
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 4/281:15 amJNB - ORD
2 stops42h 55mKenya Airways
Sun 5/47:10 amORD - JNB
2 stops34h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/30$1,049
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 4/18:10 amJNB - ORD
1 stop37h 55mQatar Airways
Tue 4/87:20 pmORD - JNB
1 stop31h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/31$1,100
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/278:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops30h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 5/310:15 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/31$1,121
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Mon 6/306:50 pmJNB - STL
2 stops35h 30mDelta
Tue 7/291:30 pmSTL - JNB
1 stop23h 10mDelta
Deal found 3/31$1,284
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Tue 4/17:00 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops30h 26mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/811:15 amORD - JNB
2 stops23h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,337

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

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/15

9:50 am-12:40 pm

2 stops33h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/29

6:00 am-8:20 am

2 stops43h 20m

$948

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/15

11:15 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/29

6:00 am-7:40 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$979

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/29

5:00 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/4

7:10 am-12:15 am

2 stops34h 05m

$988

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - MDW

JNBMDW

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/13

11:15 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/28

9:16 am-9:20 pm

2 stops29h 04m

$988

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/29

5:50 pm-9:40 am

1 stop22h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/8

7:50 pm-10:35 am

1 stop31h 45m

$1,022

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/29

8:40 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops34h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/8

6:27 pm-10:20 am

2 stops32h 53m

$1,030

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/28

9:15 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/5

9:15 pm-7:00 am

1 stop26h 45m

$1,054

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/27

8:20 am-8:15 am

2 stops30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/3

10:15 am-8:10 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$1,121

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/27

5:00 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops31h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/3

7:10 am-10:55 am

2 stops44h 45m

$1,153

JohannesburgChicago

JNB - ORD

JNBORD

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/29

8:40 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/4

7:20 pm-10:00 am

1 stop31h 40m

$1,220

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Deals found on 3/30

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 JNB to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and SWISS from Johannesburg to Illinois 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.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $683 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from $786 and Qatar Airways from $807 one-way.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Illinois 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 6 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Illinois

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$723Average$1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$826Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$838Average$885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$929Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$953Average$1,053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,020Average$1,432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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