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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Chicago from $718

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Delta Logo
8:05 pm - 11:55 pmCPT-ORD
34h 50m1 stop
Delta Logo
9:30 am - 7:15 pmORD-CPT
25h 45m1 stop
$994Delta
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Sun, Jul 27 - Sun, Jan 18
Delta Logo
11:15 pm - 2:10 pmCPT-ORD
21h 55m1 stop
Delta Logo
9:39 am - 5:50 pmORD-CPT
25h 11m1 stop
$998Delta
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Thu, May 22 - Thu, May 29
KLM Logo
11:15 pm - 2:10 pmCPT-ORD
21h 55m1 stop
KLM Logo
11:22 am - 9:25 pmORD-CPT
27h 03m2 stops
$1,012KLM
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Sat, Jun 7 - Sat, Jun 14
KLM Logo
6:25 pm - 2:10 pmCPT-ORD
26h 45m2 stops
KLM Logo
1:30 pm - 9:25 pmORD-CPT
24h 55m2 stops
$1,021KLM
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Thu, May 22 - Thu, May 29
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 9:40 amCPT-ORD
24h 05m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 11:50 amORD-CPT
33h 00m1 stop
$1,039Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Jun 22 - Tue, Jul 8
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 9:40 amCPT-ORD
24h 05m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 11:50 amORD-CPT
33h 00m1 stop
$1,080Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Jun 15 - Thu, Jul 31
United Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 4:44 pmCPT-ORD
27h 44m1 stop
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4:00 pm - 12:40 pmORD-CPT
37h 40m2 stops
$1,112United Airlines
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Tue, May 6 - Tue, Sep 30
United Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 1:06 pmCPT-ORD
24h 06m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
2:20 pm - 5:20 pmORD-CPT
44h 00m2 stops
$1,117United Airlines
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Tue, May 6 - Tue, Sep 30
Kenya Airways Logo
2:30 pm - 5:29 pmCPT-ORD
33h 59m3 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
7:30 am - 1:40 pmORD-CPT
47h 10m3 stops
$1,266Kenya Airways
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Tue, May 6 - Tue, Sep 30
Kenya Airways Logo
2:30 pm - 5:29 pmCPT-ORD
33h 59m3 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
7:00 am - 1:00 pmORD-CPT
47h 00m2 stops
$1,286Kenya Airways
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Sun, Jun 1 - Thu, Jul 10

Ethiopian Air flights from Cape Town to Chicago

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Cape Town to Chicago flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Apr 27
CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl
25h 25m
2 stops
ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
May 3
ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
21h 20m
1 stop
CPT2:35 pmCape Town Intl
Ethiopian Air
Apr 29
CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl
25h 25m
2 stops
ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
May 4
ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
43h 45m
1 stop
CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl
Ethiopian Air
Jun 1
CPT1:50 pmCape Town Intl
25h 25m
2 stops
ORD8:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jul 10
ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
43h 45m
1 stop
CPT1:00 pmCape Town Intl

Turkish Airlines flights from Cape Town to Chicago

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Cape Town to Chicago flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Jun 22
CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl
24h 05m
1 stop
ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jul 8
ORD7:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
33h 00m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Turkish Airlines
Jun 15
CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl
24h 05m
1 stop
ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jul 31
ORD7:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
33h 00m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Turkish Airlines
Jun 23
CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl
24h 05m
1 stop
ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jul 7
ORD11:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
29h 05m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Cape Town, with most prices found around $1,020. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in November, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Cape Town to Chicago during May average around $1,055.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $953. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Cape Town to Chicago for around $1,355.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is at noon. Flights from Cape Town to Chicago during this time can be as low as $841. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the afternoon when prices are around $1,184.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Cape Town when booking 25 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $1,173 when searching 25 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Cape Town for as low as $875 on momondo.

How have Cape Town to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2025, prices for Cape Town to Chicago flights are approximately 11% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cape Town to Chicago

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cape Town to Chicago according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Cape Town to Chicago (CPT to CHI) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$718

Fastest flight time

19h 49m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Chicago

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is $718. The best round-trip flight deal from Cape Town to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $994.
The fastest flight from Cape Town to Chicago takes 19h 49m
There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Chicago. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Cape Town Intl Airport - Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Cape Town Intl Airport - Chicago Midway Airport.
There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

  • How far is Cape Town Intl to Chicago by plane?

    Chicago is 8487.6 mi away from Cape Town Intl. Flights usually cover this in 19h 49m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Chicago?

    Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Chicago were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Chicago?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Chicago?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Chicago?


Best airlines flying from Cape Town to Chicago

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DeltaPriceFrom $947Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,920 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,114Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,685 reviews
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