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Cheap flights from Chicago to Cape Town from R12 702

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CPT
fev 26 — mar 51
1 adult

The best prices from Chicago to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or October, booked 16 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 fevereiro 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 946

One-way from

R12 702

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 573
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 5/3-16/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 35m total
  • Chicago to Cape Town
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17/3
  • 17/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 55m total
  • Chicago to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (R78 260 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R12 181 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 fevereiro 2025.

sáb 1/39:45ORD - CPT
1 stop20h 45mEthiopian Air
dom 9/313:50CPT - ORD
2 stops25h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R16 776
ter 4/318:26ORD - CPT
1 stop33h 44mMultiple Airlines
ter 18/318:45CPT - ORD
1 stop29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2R16 812
qua 10/919:50ORD - CPT
1 stop33h 00mTurkish Airlines
ter 23/916:35CPT - ORD
1 stop24h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/2R18 674
dom 30/311:00ORD - CPT
2 stops41h 00mBritish Airways
qua 11/618:55CPT - ORD
1 stop28h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 19/2R20 573
sex 9/520:20ORD - CPT
2 stops31h 40mAmerican Airlines
dom 25/518:55CPT - ORD
1 stop25h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/2R20 610
ter 11/1118:55ORD - CPT
1 stop31h 35mQatar Airways
seg 17/119:00CPT - ORD
2 stops37h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2R24 002
ter 1/416:30ORD - CPT
2 stops35h 30mIberia
ter 15/418:55CPT - ORD
2 stops29h 44mIberia
Deal found 20/2R26 399
ter 4/37:05ORD - CPT
3 stops46h 30mKenya Airways
ter 18/323:00CPT - ORD
2 stops44h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 21/2R27 044
sex 14/314:55MDW - CPT
2 stops23h 35mDelta
dom 23/321:15CPT - MDW
2 stops27h 47mDelta
Deal found 20/2R29 311
seg 17/314:55MDW - CPT
2 stops23h 35mKLM
seg 24/323:20CPT - MDW
2 stops30h 03mKLM
Deal found 20/2R29 403

Find flights from Chicago to Cape Town within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 fevereiro 2025.

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Chicago

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

qua 5/3

9:45-14:30

1 stop20h 45m

Cape Town Intl

dom 16/3

13:50-8:40

2 stops25h 50m

R15 946

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ter 4/3

21:45-12:10

1 stop30h 25m

Cape Town Intl

ter 18/3

22:00-17:40

1 stop26h 40m

R16 812

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom 30/3

11:25-11:50

1 stop41h 25m

Cape Town Intl

qua 11/6

16:35-9:40

1 stop24h 05m

R19 559

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom 30/3

18:33-11:00

2 stops33h 27m

Cape Town Intl

qua 11/6

18:55-15:55

1 stop28h 00m

R20 573

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

qui 8/5

20:20-11:00

2 stops31h 40m

Cape Town Intl

dom 25/5

18:55-17:29

2 stops29h 34m

R20 794

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

qua 23/4

19:20-14:35

2 stops36h 15m

Cape Town Intl

seg 5/5

13:00-15:05

1 stop33h 05m

R23 172

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ter 4/3

14:55-12:10

2 stops37h 15m

Cape Town Intl

ter 18/3

20:55-17:33

2 stops27h 38m

R23 873

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ter 4/3

7:05-13:35

3 stops46h 30m

Cape Town Intl

qua 19/3

14:30-17:43

3 stops34h 13m

R27 044

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

sex 14/3

14:55-21:30

2 stops23h 35m

Cape Town Intl

dom 23/3

21:15-18:02

2 stops27h 47m

R29 311

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

seg 17/3

14:55-21:30

2 stops23h 35m

Cape Town Intl

seg 24/3

23:20-22:23

2 stops30h 03m

R29 403

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Cape Town

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Cape Town including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chicago to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 16 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Chicago to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 fevereiro 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Cape Town in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 34% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 21 fevereiro 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM and SWISS from Chicago to Cape Town. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 212 reviews
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Crew

8,5

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 212 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 212 reviews
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Crew

8,5

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 333 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 212 reviews
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Crew

8,5

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

SWISS
7,5
Good
1 568 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 212 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 609 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 212 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

United Airlines
7,4
Good
8 759 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 212 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

7,9

Food

7,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20

10,0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Chicago?

    Most people fly into Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight to Cape Town from Chicago. On average, Cape Town Intl has 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 0 airlines. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15,6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Cape Town round-trip?

    Flying on Ethiopian Air is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at R15 946. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and British Airways, with the lowest prices starting at R19 559 and R20 573, respectively. Ethiopian Air is priced at 39% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Turkish Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R14 803. However, be on the lookout for offers from SWISS and Ethiopian Air, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Cape Town for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Chicago to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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