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Cheap flights from Chicago (ORD) to Johannesburg (JNB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $721 for one-way flights and $867 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 25
ORD
Chicago
JNB
Johannesburg
$867 Roundtrip, just found
$867
Roundtrip
just found
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 10 from Chicago to Johannesburg, returning Mon, Nov 25, priced at $867 just found
American Airlines
Mon, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 18
ORD
Chicago
JNB
Johannesburg
$883 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$883
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 11 from Chicago to Johannesburg, returning Mon, Nov 18, priced at $883 found 2 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 18
ORD
Chicago
JNB
Johannesburg
$896 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$896
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 14 from Chicago to Johannesburg, returning Mon, Nov 18, priced at $896 found 6 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Mon, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 13
ORD
Chicago
JNB
Johannesburg
$952 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$952
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 7 from Chicago to Johannesburg, returning Sun, Oct 13, priced at $952 found 5 hours ago
British Airways
Tue, Nov 12 - Wed, Dec 4
ORD
Chicago
JNB
Johannesburg
$952 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$952
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, Nov 12 from Chicago to Johannesburg, returning Wed, Dec 4, priced at $952 found 6 days ago
Kenya Airways
Wed, Nov 6 - Mon, Dec 2
ORD
Chicago
JNB
Johannesburg
$968 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$968
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Wed, Nov 6 from Chicago to Johannesburg, returning Mon, Dec 2, priced at $968 found 1 hour ago
United
Mon, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 2
ORD
Chicago
JNB
Johannesburg
$969 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$969
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Sep 30 from Chicago to Johannesburg, returning Wed, Oct 2, priced at $969 found 2 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Mon, Jan 20 - Mon, Feb 3
ORD
Chicago
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,012 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$1,012
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Mon, Jan 20 from Chicago to Johannesburg, returning Mon, Feb 3, priced at $1,012 found 4 hours ago
Lufthansa
Tue, Mar 4 - Thu, Mar 13
ORD
Chicago
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,035 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$1,035
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Tue, Mar 4 from Chicago to Johannesburg, returning Thu, Mar 13, priced at $1,035 found 17 hours ago
Etihad Airways
Tue, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 24
ORD
Chicago
JNB
Johannesburg
$1,200 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,200
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Tue, Oct 8 from Chicago to Johannesburg, returning Thu, Oct 24, priced at $1,200 found 6 days ago
Flight from Chicago to Johannesburg (ORD - JNB) route information
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Airlines serving
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
$866
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 2024. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $721 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 is a one-way flight from ORD to Johannesburg Airport?
You can snap up one-way Chicago flights to Johannesburg starting from just $695. This data is based on the best fare located on Expedia for this journey departing in the next three months and was updated on September 26 2024 and has not changed since. This specific fare is for an Qatar Airways flight, setting off from O’Hare Airport on November 4 2024 and landing at O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB).
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 trip from ORD to Johannesburg Airport at the last minute could save you some dough if you hit the jackpot and find an awesome deal. However, airfares usually don’t come down in price as the departure date nears. If you hold out, flights could also be booked solid or the best seats long gone. If you don’t want to risk it, book well ahead of when you want to leave. In fact, Expedia has some of the biggest deals up to a year in advance. If your favorite airline hasn’t released tickets yet, check back regularly as deals are constantly updated on Expedia.
What is the cheapest airline flying from O'Hare Airport to Johannesburg Airport in the next 90 days?
Based on airfares found on Expedia with a departure date within the next 90 days, Qatar Airways is the cheapest airline flying from Chicago to Johannesburg. The fare between these destinations starts at $695. This flight jets off from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) on November 4 2024 and arrives at O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB). The price was last updated on September 26 2024 and has not changed since.
What airports do you fly into for Johannesburg from Chicago?
With O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB), Johannesburg (QRA-Rand) and Johannesburg (GCJ-Grand Central) to pick from, flying from Chicago to Johannesburg is a piece of cake. The city’s main gateway, O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB), is around 13 mi northeast of the downtown area. As well as the price of tickets, consider factors like the ease of getting from the airport and the distance to your hotel when deciding where to touch down. Get your Johannesburg adventure off to an awesome start by visiting Gold Reef City and Johannesburg Zoo.
Can I change the date of my flight from O'Hare Airport to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
Easily make changes to your O’Hare Airport to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) journey by logging in to the Expedia Trips portal. Before you amend times or dates, read the fare rules in your itinerary to find out what the carrier will let you do and if fees apply for changes. Some carriers have a change fee per person, plus any difference in ticket prices. But if you booked in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel for free and book new flights. You can also browse our Customer Service portal for more useful advice and to chat with our Virtual Agent.
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