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$643+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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CHI — JNB
nov. 25 — dic. 21
lun. 11/25
lun. 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or January, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

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$953
(Kenya Airways)

One-way from

$643
(Kiwi.com)
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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 noviembre 20, 2024.

This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/277:05 amORD - JNB
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
mar. 12/31:15 amJNB - ORD
2 stops40h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$953
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
jue. 11/219:45 amORD - JNB
1 stop26h 15mEthiopian Air
vie. 11/298:20 amJNB - ORD
2 stops31h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/18$1,028
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
sáb. 11/231:20 pmORD - JNB
2 stops37h 00mBritish Airways
lun. 11/257:25 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop31h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,053
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
vie. 12/69:45 pmORD - JNB
1 stop28h 35mAmerican Airlines
lun. 12/237:25 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop26h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,103
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
lun. 12/3012:40 pmORD - JNB
1 stop22h 20mDelta
dom. 1/2611:55 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop22h 35mDelta
Deal found 11/19$1,222
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/318:45 amORD - JNB
2 stops25h 50mUnited Airlines
mié. 1/2210:00 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop20h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,332
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/317:05 pmORD - JNB
1 stop25h 55mSWISS
lun. 1/208:25 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop27h 50mSWISS
Deal found 11/19$1,346
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
dom. 12/14:25 pmORD - JNB
1 stop21h 35mKLM
sáb. 12/711:55 pmJNB - ORD
1 stop22h 35mKLM
Deal found 11/19$1,456
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/15:42 pmMDW - JNB
2 stops31h 43mAir France
sáb. 12/77:40 pmJNB - MDW
2 stops29h 21mAir France
Deal found 11/19$1,469
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
jue. 11/217:05 amORD - JNB
2 stops24h 45mKenya Airways
lun. 12/21:15 amJNB - ORD
2 stops40h 49mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/19$1,547
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
jue. 12/51:30 pmMDW - JNB
2 stops24h 30mDelta
jue. 12/269:55 pmJNB - MDW
1 stop32h 11mDelta
Deal found 11/19$1,548
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/94:20 pmORD - JNB
2 stops33h 10mAustrian Airlines
mar. 12/247:35 pmJNB - ORD
2 stops26h 30mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,571

Find flights from Chicago to OR Tambo within your budget

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated noviembre 20, 2024.

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ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 3/8

8:30 pm-10:50 am

1 stop30h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 3/15

7:05 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$945

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 3/17

10:45 pm-10:20 am

1 stop28h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 3/24

9:15 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops27h 30m

$953

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 3/17

7:30 am-4:00 pm

2 stops25h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 3/24

5:15 pm-5:44 pm

2 stops31h 29m

$963

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 4/6

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 4/16

11:00 pm-8:05 am

2 stops40h 05m

$964

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 2/1

1:10 pm-8:35 am

1 stop35h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 2/24

9:55 am-8:25 am

1 stop30h 30m

$970

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 2/7

5:00 pm-10:20 am

1 stop33h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 2/26

7:25 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop31h 20m

$972

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 1/12

7:00 am-4:10 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 1/26

8:40 am-9:55 am

2 stops33h 15m

$997

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 3/6

6:30 pm-9:15 am

2 stops30h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

jue. 3/13

7:45 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop27h 20m

$1,110

ChicagoJohannesburg

MDW - JNB

MDWJNB

Chicago Midway

mié. 2/19

6:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop29h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 2/24

9:55 pm-11:59 am

1 stop22h 04m

$1,111

ChicagoJohannesburg

ORD - JNB

ORDJNB

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 2/3

12:15 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 2/25

11:55 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$1,112

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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 November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >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 AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to OR Tambo

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

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 November 15, 2024.

Booking 62 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 $1,183). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). 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 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 noviembre 20, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Monday 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 OR Tambo by month

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

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

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 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 noviembre 20, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines, Kenya Airways and Air France from Chicago to Johannesburg to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,756 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
1,350 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,637 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
3,831 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Air France
7.4
Good
1,523 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

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

    Currently priced at $970, Etihad Airways will fly you from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from British Airways and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $972 and $982, respectively. Etihad Airways is 18% 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?

    $655 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on SWISS and RwandAir, with prices starting from $765 and $801, 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 $1,183). Flying from Chicago to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated noviembre 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$758Average$1,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$762Average$1,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$781Average$1,377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$787Average$864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$844Average$1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$855Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$883Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
British AirwaysCheapest$944Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$1,109Average$2,487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,296Average$1,706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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