Cheap Flights from Chicago to Johannesburg from $667

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Johannesburg (CHI-JNB)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Etihad Airways offers one-way fares as low as $667 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. ORD to JNB on Thu, Feb 12), while Virgin Atlantic offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $804 departing on Mon, Mar 2 and returning on Mon, Mar 9.

• Which airlines offer flights from Chicago to Johannesburg?

  At the moment, several airlines serve connecting flights from Chicago to Johannesburg, including: Ethiopian Airlines United Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings made by users on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• When is the best time to book flights from Chicago to Johannesburg?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Chicago to Johannesburg is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Chicago to Johannesburg?

  To find best deals on flights from Chicago to Johannesburg, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Thu, Feb 12, with one-way flights priced at just $667.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Etihad Airways.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Johannesburg travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Chicago (CHI) to Johannesburg (JNB) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg is November, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg on?

  After crunching the numbers on our February flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Johannesburg on February 19, 2026 with Delta Air Lines, with prices starting at $840.

• Which airports can I fly to for Johannesburg from Chicago?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Johannesburg, with O'Hare International Airport to O. R. Tambo International Airport (ORD-JNB) is by far the most common option on this route: O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) Lanseria International Airport (HLA).

• Is there any time difference between Chicago and Johannesburg?

  The time difference between Johannesburg and Chicago is 8h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Chicago to Johannesburg?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.