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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Johannesburg to Chicago? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Chicago.C$1,152 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 3, returning Sun, Sep 7.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, Sep 3, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, Sep 7, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,152, select.
Chicago.C$1,166 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 26, returning Sun, Sep 21.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, Aug 26, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, Sep 21, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,166, select.
Chicago.C$1,213 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jun 17, returning Thu, Aug 21.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, Jun 17, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, Aug 21, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,213, select.
Chicago.C$1,238 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jul 14, returning Mon, Aug 4.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, Jul 14, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, Aug 4, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,238, select.
Chicago.C$1,238 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jun 18, returning Wed, Jun 25.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, Jun 18, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, Jun 25, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,238, select.
Chicago.C$1,248 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jul 14, returning Mon, Sep 29.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, Jul 14, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, Sep 29, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,248, select.
Chicago.C$1,270 per passenger.Departing Sat, Oct 4, returning Sat, Oct 18.Round-trip flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, Oct 4, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, Oct 18, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,270, select.
Chicago.C$1,377 per passenger.Departing Sat, Dec 27, returning Sat, Jan 10.Round-trip flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, Dec 27, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Inbound indirect flight with British Airways, departing from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, Jan 10, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,377, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Chicago

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg to Chicago flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from C$1,238
Jul
from C$1,571
Aug
from C$1,429
Sep
from C$1,152
Oct
from C$1,270
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Dec
from C$1,821
Jan
from C$1,788
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May
from C$1,444

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Johannesburg to Chicago: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundC$1,152
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg to Chicago: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Chicago: Chicago Midway, Chicago O'Hare International, Chicago Dupage County, and Chicago Rockford.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Johannesburg to Chicago is C$1,152. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Johannesburg to Chicago. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$1,152.
There are no flights flying from Johannesburg to Chicago, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Chicago is usually September.
If you're flying from Johannesburg, the cheapest airport near Chicago is Chicago O'Hare International – which is 25.4 km away from the center of Chicago. We've found flights to this airport from C$1,152.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg to Chicago on Wednesday, September 3, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Johannesburg and Chicago. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chicago but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chicago, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is August.
The cheapest airline that flies to Chicago is Etihad Airways.

Travelling from Johannesburg to Chicago: what you need to know

  • Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll leave from in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Chicago jetting off from here.

  • Touch down in Chicago at O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).

  • Chicago is seven hours behind Johannesburg and observes the UTC-5 timezone.

  • Leave enough time to make your Johannesburg to Chicago flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Chicago

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Johannesburg to Chicago flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.

  • Getting cheap plane tickets from Johannesburg to Chicago is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and walk away with an awesome deal.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from Johannesburg to Chicago is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Save on your Johannesburg to Chicago flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Johannesburg to Chicago flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

    • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Located around 23 kilometres from central Johannesburg, JNB can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Johannesburg to Chicago? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near O.R. Tambo International Airport:

  • 77.1% of flights that take off from O.R. Tambo International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

Arriving in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago takes about 35 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.

  • It usually takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • Book a hotel near ORD if you have a late flight from Johannesburg to Chicago. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Pick up an O'Hare International Airport rental car and explore Chicago and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks in advance of your Johannesburg to Chicago flight.

  • ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • Once your flight from Johannesburg to Chicago has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Chicago is approximately 14 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).

  • You can expect the trip to take approximately 45 minutes on public transport.

  • After your flight from Johannesburg to Chicago, settle in at a hotel close to MDW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

  • The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and be off and running.

  • Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from MDW four weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.

  • Chicago Midway International Airport is located at 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is about 129 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. It'll take you about 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the city centre in a cab or ride-share after your flight from Johannesburg to Chicago.

  • Public transport can take you there in roughly 4 hours 15 minutes.

  • Stay in control of the next part of your journey with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Budget, Alamo and National are dependable companies for booking.

  • If you're hoping for a specific kind of vehicle, booking early gives you a better shot at finding what you want. Secure your ride from RFD at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Johannesburg to Chicago.

  • Chicago Rockford International Airport's official address is 2 Airport Cir.

Best time to go to Chicago

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Johannesburg to Chicago. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Chicago in January.

  • Before locking in your Johannesburg to Chicago tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Johannesburg to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).

More about Chicago

  • Start your Chicago trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Chicago, browse our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are highlights which should be on any good Chicago itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • You've seen Chicago, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey about 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to tick off its leading sights. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you're eager to discover another corner of United States, consider Indianapolis, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are highlights.

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