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$623+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Johannesburg

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ORD — JNB
Nov 8 — Nov 151
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 3, 2024.

This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/86:00 pmORD - JNB
1 stop29h 05mLufthansa
Fri 11/227:35 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop32h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 11/2$934
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Sat 11/910:00 pmORD - JNB
1 stop28h 20mBritish Airways
Wed 11/207:25 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop31h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/3$951
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/86:00 pmORD - JNB
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/227:35 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$952
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Mon 11/412:05 pmORD - JNB
2 stops39h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 11/147:30 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops34h 06mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/2$967
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/153:19 pmMDW - JNB
2 stops36h 11mVirgin Atlantic
Sun 11/177:30 pmJNB - MDW
2 stops34h 16mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/2$967
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/43:45 pmORD - JNB
1 stop18h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/1310:00 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop20h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$968
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sun 12/295:40 amORD - JNB
1 stop29h 20mDelta
Fri 1/317:45 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop27h 20mDelta
Deal found 11/2$996
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Thu 11/219:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 15mEthiopian Air
Fri 11/298:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/2$1,003
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/84:20 pmORD - JNB
2 stops33h 10mAustrian Airlines
Fri 11/227:35 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops26h 30mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,050
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/84:25 pmORD - JNB
1 stop21h 35mKLM
Tue 12/2411:55 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop22h 35mKLM
Deal found 11/2$1,061
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sun 12/89:30 amMDW - JNB
2 stops28h 30mDelta
Tue 12/249:55 pmJNB - MDW
1 stop24h 39mDelta
Deal found 11/2$1,103
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/57:05 amORD - JNB
2 stops24h 45mKenya Airways
Wed 12/115:15 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops24h 50mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/3$1,132

Find flights from Illinois to Johannesburg within your budget

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/12

7:05 pm-10:25 am

1 stop31h 20m

$623

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/8

6:00 pm-7:05 am

1 stop29h 05m

$625

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/8

4:20 pm-9:30 am

2 stops33h 10m

$657

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/12

5:55 pm-9:30 am

2 stops31h 35m

$658

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/12

7:05 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop36h 30m

$673

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/12

7:49 am-2:40 pm

3 stops46h 51m

$794

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/12

9:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops25h 35m

$802

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/31

10:11 am-3:55 am

3 stops33h 44m

$906

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/31

8:30 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 20m

$962

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

Mon 12/9

1:30 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops24h 30m

$1,153

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Johannesburg

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Illinois to Johannesburg including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Johannesburg (average of $1,186). Flying from Illinois to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,695). 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 IL to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 November 3, 2024.

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

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 November 3, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Illinois to Johannesburg, such as United Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
8,826 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,826 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,826 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.8
Good
1,352 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,826 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.7
Good
827 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,826 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.6
Good
1,646 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,826 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.6
Good
666 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,826 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

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  • Can I find flights from Illinois to Johannesburg for under $900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Illinois to Johannesburg for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Turkish Airlines for just $851, but on average you can expect to pay $1,042.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Illinois to Johannesburg for under $1,000?

    There are currently 12+ open flights from Illinois to Johannesburg within the next 7 days for less than $1,000.

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

    $623 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from SWISS. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines, with prices starting from $625 and $657, respectively.

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

  • What does ORD to JNB mean?

    This is defined as Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB). Codes like Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA), Pretoria Wonderboom Apt. Airport (PRY), Sun City Resort Pilansberg Airport (NTY).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Johannesburg that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Illinois to Johannesburg flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Illinois to Johannesburg with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Illinois to Johannesburg flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Johannesburg that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Illinois to Johannesburg offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Illinois to Johannesburg?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Illinois to Johannesburg flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Illinois to Johannesburg flight deals updated?

    The Illinois to Johannesburg flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/3.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Johannesburg (average of $1,186). Flying from Illinois to Johannesburg in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,695). 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 Illinois to Johannesburg

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 2,462,897 searches. Data last updated November 3, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$756Average$1,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$760Average$1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$769Average$1,643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$787Average$837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$831Average$1,318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$855Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$944Average$1,308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$1,058Average$2,487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,347Average$1,759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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