Cheap flights from Chicago to Johannesburg

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Useful information for finding cheap flights from Chicago to Johannesburg and booking your next trip
Cheapest round-trip flights $1,497
Ethiopian 1 stop 21 hr Sun, May 3 — Sun, May 17
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Johannesburg is currently $1,497
Cheapest one-way flight $971
Ethiopian 1 stop 27 hr Wed, Jul 22
The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to Johannesburg is currently $971
Last-minute weekend getaway $1,699
Ethiopian 1 stop 27 hr Sat, May 9 — Mon, May 11
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Chicago to Johannesburg is currently $1,699
Cheapest business class flights $4,618
Qatar Airways 1 stop 33 hr Thu, May 7 — Fri, May 22
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Chicago to Johannesburg is currently $4,618
Fastest flight 18 hr 18 min The fastest flight with stops from Chicago to Johannesburg takes 18 hr 18 min
Nonstop flights None There are no direct flights on this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg is typically February. The most expensive month to fly is typically July.
February
Cheapest
Typical prices: $890–1,250
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $1,400–1,800

Popular airlines from Chicago to Johannesburg

  • Delta
    from $2,412
    Typical price: $1,600–2,850
    198 weekly connecting flights
    MDW, ORD - JNB Every day
  • United
    from $2,175
    Typical price: $1,550–2,850
    143 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - JNB Every day
  • Emirates
    from $1,592
    Typical price: $1,600–3,050
    21 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - JNB Every day
  • Ethiopian
    from $1,497
    Typical price: $1,050–1,950
    15 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - JNB Every Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
  • Qatar Airways
    from $1,625
    Typical price: $1,500–2,600
    14 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - JNB Every day
  • Turkish Airlines
    from $1,965
    Typical price: $1,250–2,800
    14 weekly connecting flights
    ORD - JNB Every day

Popular airports near Chicago

  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    Chicago United States 26 min 16 mi
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
    Chicago United States 25 min 9 mi
  • Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)
    Milwaukee United States 1 hr 23 min 75 mi
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
    Indianapolis United States 2 hr 58 min 165 mi

Popular airports near Johannesburg

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
    Johannesburg South Africa 14 mi
  • Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
    Johannesburg South Africa 51 min 19 mi
  • Polokwane International Airport (PTG) (PTG)
    Polokwane South Africa 3 hr 32 min 185 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Johannesburg

The cheapest flights from Chicago to Johannesburg are usually in February. Typical ticket prices in February range from $890 to $1,250.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Johannesburg recently found on Google Flights was with Ethiopian from $1,497. The cheapest one-way flight was with Ethiopian from $971.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Chicago to Johannesburg is $2,412, flying from May 17 to May 30.
  • The cheapest United flight from Chicago to Johannesburg is $2,175, flying from May 25 to Jun 9.
  • The cheapest Emirates flight from Chicago to Johannesburg is $1,592, flying from May 4 to May 18.
  • The cheapest Ethiopian flight from Chicago to Johannesburg is $1,497, flying from May 3 to May 17.
  • The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Chicago to Johannesburg is $1,625, flying from Aug 1 to Aug 14.
  • The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Chicago to Johannesburg is $1,965, flying from Jun 5 to Jun 18.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Johannesburg starts at $1,497 from Sun, May 3 to Sun, May 17. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $971 and departs on Wed, Jul 22.
18 hr 18 min is the shortest flight time from Chicago to Johannesburg.
Johannesburg is a year-round destination, with hot summers (Nov–Mar) and mild, drier winters (May–Sep). Most visitors arrive Mar–May and Oct–Dec. Local events include the Rand Show consumer exhibition (Mar–Apr), the Joy of Jazz festival (Sep) and the Joburg Carnival (New Year's Eve).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Chicago to Johannesburg really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg.

In terms of flights, Delta is the most popular. Delta offers 198 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) , Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) .

Other popular airlines flying from Chicago to Johannesburg are:
  • United offers 143 connecting flights per week. United flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) .
  • Emirates offers 21 connecting flights per week. Emirates flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) .
  • Ethiopian offers 15 connecting flights per week. Ethiopian flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) .
  • Qatar Airways offers 14 connecting flights per week. Qatar Airways flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) .
  • Turkish Airlines offers 14 connecting flights per week. Turkish Airlines flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Chicago and Johannesburg.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Johannesburg recently found on Google Flights was with Ethiopian from $1,497. The cheapest one-way flight was with Ethiopian from $971.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Chicago to Johannesburg is $2,412, flying from May 17 to May 30.
  • The cheapest United flight from Chicago to Johannesburg is $2,175, flying from May 25 to Jun 9.
  • The cheapest Emirates flight from Chicago to Johannesburg is $1,592, flying from May 4 to May 18.
  • The cheapest Ethiopian flight from Chicago to Johannesburg is $1,497, flying from May 3 to May 17.
  • The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Chicago to Johannesburg is $1,625, flying from Aug 1 to Aug 14.
  • The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Chicago to Johannesburg is $1,965, flying from Jun 5 to Jun 18.
No airline flies direct from Chicago to Johannesburg.
  • There are 198 Delta connecting flights from Chicago to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 143 United connecting flights from Chicago to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 Emirates connecting flights from Chicago to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 15 Ethiopian connecting flights from Chicago to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.
  • There are 14 Qatar Airways connecting flights from Chicago to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 Turkish Airlines connecting flights from Chicago to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Johannesburg at price $1,699 is offered by Ethiopian from Sat, May 9 to Mon, May 11.
No airline flies direct from Chicago to Johannesburg.
  • There are 198 Delta connecting flights from Chicago to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 143 United connecting flights from Chicago to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 21 Emirates connecting flights from Chicago to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 15 Ethiopian connecting flights from Chicago to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.
  • There are 14 Qatar Airways connecting flights from Chicago to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 14 Turkish Airlines connecting flights from Chicago to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Johannesburg.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Chicago and Johannesburg start at $4,618 from Thu, May 7 to Fri, May 22 with Qatar Airways.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Chicago and Johannesburg start at $1,497 from Sun, May 3 to Sun, May 17.
To book business class trips from Chicago to Johannesburg, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Chicago and Johannesburg starts at $1,699 from Sat, May 9 to Mon, May 11 with Ethiopian.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Johannesburg at price $1,699 is offered by Ethiopian from Sat, May 9 to Mon, May 11.
To find last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Johannesburg, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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