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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Johannesburg

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Chicago to Johannesburg based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much do flights from Chicago (CHI) to Johannesburg (JNB) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around AED 6,131.

  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Johannesburg?

    • The distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport to downtown is about 20 km, by taxi about 40 minutes.
    • The distance from Lanseria International Airport to downtown is about 32 km, by taxi about 50 minutes.

  • How many airports are there in Johannesburg (JNB)?

    There are 2 airport(s) near Johannesburg (JNB): Lanseria International Airport and O. R. Tambo International Airport.

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Flight Info | Chicago to Johannesburg

Cheapest one-way flight price AED 2,240
Off-season for travel March
Peak season for travel June
Flight distance 13,994.73 km
Popular airline Cathay Pacific

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