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Cheap flights from Chicago to Cape Town from R12 322

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 27/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CPT
Mar 31 — Apr 71
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or November, 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 26 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R16 442

One-way from

R12 322

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R24 754
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 16/4-23/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 00m total
  • Chicago to Cape Town
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27/4
  • 27/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 15m total
  • Chicago to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (R100 613 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R14 898 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 26 March 2025.

Wed 16/410:15ORD - CPT
1 stop21h 20mEthiopian Air
Wed 23/414:35CPT - ORD
2 stops24h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/3R16 442
Mon 1/1220:20ORD - CPT
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/1217:15CPT - ORD
1 stop24h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/3R18 574
Sun 4/510:15ORD - CPT
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/55:45CPT - ORD
3 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3R18 975
Tue 22/422:20ORD - CPT
1 stop29h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 20/518:55CPT - ORD
2 stops29h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/3R20 525
Fri 18/420:20ORD - CPT
1 stop31h 40mIberia
Fri 25/418:55CPT - ORD
1 stop25h 55mIberia
Deal found 25/3R23 824
Sun 4/521:15ORD - CPT
1 stop30h 45mBritish Airways
Sun 11/57:00CPT - ORD
2 stops37h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/3R23 879
Sun 2/1115:40MDW - CPT
1 stop19h 35mDelta
Wed 19/1123:45CPT - MDW
2 stops26h 43mDelta
Deal found 25/3R29 420
Tue 6/515:02MDW - CPT
2 stops23h 23mKLM
Tue 13/523:15CPT - MDW
2 stops26h 30mKLM
Deal found 25/3R29 457
Mon 14/415:02MDW - CPT
2 stops23h 28mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/823:15CPT - MDW
2 stops26h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3R79 620

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Chicago

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 16/4

10:15-14:35

1 stop21h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 23/4

14:35-8:15

2 stops24h 40m

R16 442

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/9

11:25-11:50

1 stop41h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/9

16:35-22:00

1 stop36h 25m

R18 702

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/5

10:15-20:30

2 stops27h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/5

5:45-8:15

3 stops33h 30m

R18 975

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 22/4

22:20-11:00

1 stop29h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/5

18:55-17:34

2 stops29h 39m

R20 525

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 18/4

20:20-11:00

1 stop31h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 25/4

18:55-13:50

1 stop25h 55m

R23 824

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/5

21:15-11:00

1 stop30h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/5

7:00-13:50

2 stops37h 50m

R23 879

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 18/4

19:20-10:50

1 stop32h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 25/4

6:05-15:05

2 stops40h 00m

R25 428

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/4

7:35-13:45

3 stops47h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/4

23:30-13:10

2 stops44h 40m

R25 902

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/5

15:02-21:25

2 stops23h 23m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/5

23:15-18:45

2 stops26h 30m

R29 457

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

Tue 22/4

13:16-21:10

2 stops24h 54m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/5

20:05-15:20

1 stop26h 15m

R29 876

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Cape Town

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 21 March 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 26 March 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 26 March 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
7 891 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Food

7,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,2

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
7 891 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 891 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Food

7,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,2

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
1 319 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 891 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Food

7,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,2

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
1 569 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 891 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Food

7,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,2

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
3 538 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 891 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Food

7,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,2

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.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 747 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
7 891 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,0

Food

7,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

7,9

Boarding

8,2

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 R16 442. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at R18 702 and R20 525, respectively. Ethiopian Air is priced at 36% 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 674. However, be on the lookout for offers from Lufthansa 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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