$677 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Johannesburg (JNB)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Johannesburg (ORD-JNB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $677 for one-way flights and $997 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Mon, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 23
ORD
Chicago
JNB
Johannesburg
$997 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$997
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Nov 17 from Chicago to Johannesburg, returning Sun, Nov 23, priced at $997 found 15 hours ago
Kenya Airways
Wed, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 2
ORD
Chicago
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,019 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$1,019
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Wed, Nov 26 from Chicago to Johannesburg, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $1,019 found 3 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sun, Oct 19 - Thu, Nov 20
ORD
Chicago
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,022 Roundtrip, just found
$1,022
Roundtrip
just found
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 19 from Chicago to Johannesburg, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $1,022 just found
American Airlines
Fri, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 20
ORD
Chicago
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,132 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$1,132
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 5 from Chicago to Johannesburg, returning Sat, Dec 20, priced at $1,132 found 7 hours ago
British Airways
Mon, Oct 27 - Thu, Nov 27
ORD
Chicago
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,170 Roundtrip, just found
$1,170
Roundtrip
just found
Select British Airways flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from Chicago to Johannesburg, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $1,170 just found
Turkish Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 23
ORD
Chicago
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,215 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$1,215
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Chicago to Johannesburg, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $1,215 found 1 hour ago
Etihad Airways
Mon, Oct 20 - Thu, Nov 20
ORD
Chicago
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,262 Roundtrip, just found
$1,262
Roundtrip
just found
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from Chicago to Johannesburg, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $1,262 just found
Cathay Pacific
Sun, Oct 19 - Thu, Nov 20
ORD
Chicago
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,508 Roundtrip, just found
$1,508
Roundtrip
just found
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Sun, Oct 19 from Chicago to Johannesburg, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $1,508 just found
Emirates
Sun, Mar 15 - Fri, Mar 27
ORD
Chicago
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,513 Roundtrip, just found
$1,513
Roundtrip
just found
Select Emirates flight, departing Sun, Mar 15 from Chicago to Johannesburg, returning Fri, Mar 27, priced at $1,513 just found
Qatar Airways
Sun, Oct 19 - Thu, Nov 20
ORD
Chicago
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,517 Roundtrip, just found
$1,517
Roundtrip
just found
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sun, Oct 19 from Chicago to Johannesburg, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $1,517 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to Johannesburg (JNB)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $858 - $1,399 per traveler.

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Select flight to O.R. Tambo Intl. JNB. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 17 minutes. Flights from $1,402
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center17 min
Flights from $1,402
Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Johannesburg (JNB)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Delta, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, JetBlue Airways, KLM, Kenya Airways, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$997
Distance
8709 mi

Chicago to Johannesburg Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Chicago to Johannesburg are during the month of November. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Chicago to Johannesburg with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Chicago to Johannesburg: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Chicago to Johannesburg

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Chicago to Johannesburg in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $677 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Chicago to Johannesburg flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Chicago to Johannesburg airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) cost?
Discover the latest flight deals from ORD to JNB by entering your preferred travel dates and searching on Expedia. Easily compare prices by departure date if you have flexibility with your schedule and use handy filters to explore prices for your preferred journey. As a member of One Key™, our free loyalty program, you can use Price Tracking to watch fares and receive notifications if prices go up or down.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ORD to JNB?
The cheapest flights from ORD to JNB are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ORD to JNB?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from ORD to JNB. Sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snap up a great deal.
How many flights per day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
There aren't any daily nonstop flights available from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB). But you can opt for flights with layovers. Filter your search on Expedia to include one or more stops, and you'll be cruising above the clouds before you know it.
What day of the week has the most flights from ORD to JNB?
Typically you'll have the most choice when it comes to flights on a Friday. Tuesdays tend to be the quietest.* But this can vary depending on the airline, season and other factors.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
Select a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures after this hour are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) last-minute?
Booking your flight from ORD to JNB right before your getaway is generally more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your departure dates and times, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an ORD to JNB flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking an ORD to JNB flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, having everything in one convenient place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and select from our extensive range of stays, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
If you reserved your ORD to JNB flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for more information.

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