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$618+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) 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 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — JNB
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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The best prices from Chicago to Johannesburg are usually found in February or January, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$839
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$618
(JetBlue)

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February

Average price

$982
From Chicago (CHI) to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/258:30 pmORD - JNB
1 stop30h 20mTurkish Airlines
Tue 3/47:10 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/20$839
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 3/47:05 amORD - JNB
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/101:15 amJNB - ORD
2 stops47h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$901
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 3/47:05 amORD - JNB
2 stops40h 35mKenya Airways
Mon 3/101:15 amJNB - ORD
2 stops47h 28mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/21$904
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 3/48:27 pmORD - JNB
2 stops29h 53mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/117:25 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop26h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$906
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/199:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 15mEthiopian Air
Wed 2/262:35 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/21$1,033
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/75:00 pmORD - JNB
1 stop33h 20mBritish Airways
Mon 2/109:15 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop24h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/21$1,158
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Fri 3/147:50 pmORD - JNB
1 stop30h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 3/238:00 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop26h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/21$1,189
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/77:05 pmORD - JNB
1 stop24h 50mJetBlue
Fri 3/148:00 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop26h 30mJetBlue
Deal found 1/21$1,284
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Fri 3/77:05 pmORD - JNB
2 stops35h 15mRwandAir
Fri 3/144:50 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops29h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 1/21$1,323
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/217:50 pmORD - JNB
1 stop30h 35mAlaska Airlines
Sat 4/51:35 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop32h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,379
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 7/101:55 pmORD - JNB
1 stop35h 40mEtihad Airways
Sun 7/209:55 amJNB - ORD
1 stop30h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/21$1,403
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 3/55:05 pmMDW - JNB
1 stop17h 55mDelta
Wed 3/129:55 pmJNB - MDW
2 stops27h 07mDelta
Deal found 1/20$1,577

Find flights from Chicago to Johannesburg within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Johannesburg 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 January 21, 2025.

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/25

8:30 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/4

7:10 pm-10:10 am

1 stop23h 00m

$824

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/4

7:05 am-4:00 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/10

1:15 am-5:43 pm

2 stops47h 28m

$897

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/4

7:05 am-12:15 am

2 stops33h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/11

5:00 pm-5:43 pm

2 stops31h 43m

$901

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/6

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/19

2:30 pm-8:05 am

2 stops24h 35m

$1,039

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/21

7:40 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops35h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/5

1:35 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop32h 50m

$1,047

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/7

8:11 pm-10:20 am

1 stop30h 09m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/14

7:25 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop27h 20m

$1,052

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/3

7:05 pm-9:25 am

1 stop30h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/10

8:00 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$1,211

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/28

9:45 pm-10:20 am

1 stop28h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/15

7:25 pm-5:33 pm

2 stops29h 08m

$1,230

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/5

5:05 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/12

9:55 pm-6:02 pm

2 stops27h 07m

$1,577

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/25

2:08 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops23h 52m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/4

11:55 pm-6:11 pm

2 stops26h 16m

$1,591

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Johannesburg is 37 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 January 21, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg 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?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Johannesburg 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.

Rainfall in Johannesburg by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg 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 when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Johannesburg, such as British Airways, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
665 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Turkish Airlines, at $839, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to Johannesburg.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $618 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from JetBlue. You may also be able to find cheap deals on RwandAir and Ethiopian Air, with prices starting from $742 and $1,679, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg (average of $1,173). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 Johannesburg

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$767Average$1,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$790Average$880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$871Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
American AirlinesCheapest$877Average$1,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$926Average$1,176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$937Average$1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$968Average$1,519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$996Average$1,336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,175Average$1,499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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