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Cheap flights from Chicago to Cape Town from R12 252

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 21/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CPT
nov.. 25 — des. 21
1 adult

The best prices from Chicago to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or November, booked 29 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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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 636 650 searches. Data last updated 20 novembre 2024.

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ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dj. 23/1

9:45-13:00

1 stop43h 15m

Cape Town Intl

ds. 8/2

13:50-7:40

2 stops25h 50m

R19 568

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ds. 7/12

22:00-12:10

1 stop30h 10m

Cape Town Intl

dl. 23/12

20:50-14:45

1 stop25h 55m

R19 586

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dj. 6/2

20:30-12:00

1 stop31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

dj. 20/2

17:15-18:35

1 stop33h 20m

R19 694

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dv. 16/5

21:15-11:00

1 stop30h 45m

Cape Town Intl

dg. 8/6

18:40-13:45

1 stop26h 05m

R21 279

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ds. 18/1

17:00-12:10

1 stop35h 10m

Cape Town Intl

dl. 27/1

22:00-19:20

2 stops29h 20m

R21 333

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ds. 18/1

9:10-16:10

2 stops23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

dg. 26/1

20:50-11:59

2 stops23h 09m

R23 099

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dt. 21/1

13:40-21:30

2 stops23h 50m

Cape Town Intl

ds. 1/2

23:20-14:30

1 stop23h 10m

R23 189

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dt. 21/1

19:05-14:30

2 stops35h 25m

Cape Town Intl

ds. 1/2

15:20-16:15

2 stops32h 55m

R23 261

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ds. 3/5

20:30-11:00

1 stop31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

ds. 17/5

18:40-17:43

2 stops30h 03m

R23 315

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

dt. 21/1

14:08-21:30

2 stops23h 22m

Cape Town Intl

ds. 1/2

23:20-18:14

2 stops26h 54m

R23 369

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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 20 novembre 2024.

Round-trip from

R19 568

One-way from

R12 252

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February
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 23/1-8/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 69h 05m total
  • Chicago to Cape Town
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  • 21/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 20m total
  • Chicago to Cape Town
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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 20 novembre 2024.

dt. 26/1118:30ORD - CPT
1 stop33h 40mAmerican Airlines
dc. 4/1218:45CPT - ORD
1 stop32h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/11R19 586
dt. 26/1121:45ORD - CPT
1 stop30h 25mBritish Airways
dj. 5/1220:50CPT - ORD
1 stop25h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/11R20 847
dc. 20/119:45ORD - CPT
1 stop20h 45mEthiopian Air
dt. 26/1113:50CPT - ORD
2 stops25h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/11R20 901
dl. 2/1211:55ORD - CPT
1 stop40h 05mTurkish Airlines
dl. 16/1217:15CPT - ORD
1 stop24h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 19/11R22 342
dt. 26/1111:45ORD - CPT
2 stops40h 25mIberia
dt. 3/1218:45CPT - ORD
2 stops30h 50mIberia
Deal found 19/11R23 153
dc. 27/1120:20ORD - CPT
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
ds. 7/1215:50CPT - ORD
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11R23 712
dt. 3/1215:55ORD - CPT
1 stop35h 00mLufthansa
dj. 27/218:30CPT - ORD
1 stop26h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 19/11R25 315
dc. 4/1218:16ORD - CPT
2 stops29h 24mUnited Airlines
dv. 13/1220:50CPT - ORD
1 stop25h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11R26 072
dl. 25/1119:05ORD - CPT
1 stop31h 25mQatar Airways
dl. 2/126:50CPT - ORD
2 stops39h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/11R26 252
dl. 30/1219:05ORD - CPT
1 stop42h 50mSWISS
dc. 22/123:55CPT - ORD
2 stops45h 55mSWISS
Deal found 19/11R26 829
dl. 25/117:05ORD - CPT
2 stops30h 35mKenya Airways
dc. 4/1214:30CPT - ORD
3 stops27h 34mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/11R26 901
ds. 7/1216:25ORD - CPT
1 stop21h 45mDelta
ds. 14/128:30CPT - ORD
1 stop38h 35mDelta
Deal found 18/11R27 513

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Cape Town

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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 15 November 2024.

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 29 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 R149). 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 20 novembre 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Cape Town in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 9% 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 20 novembre 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines and British Airways 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
8 759 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 759 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 759 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

KLM
7,8
Good
1 350 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 759 reviews
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Comfort

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

SWISS
7,6
Good
1 637 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 759 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 832 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 759 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Virgin Atlantic
7,5
Good
663 reviews
Delta
8,0
Very Good
8 759 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,9

Food

7,3

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,0

Entertainment

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

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 1 airline. 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 R19 568. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at R19 586 and R19 694, respectively. Ethiopian Air is priced at 22% 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 SWISS, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R13 874. However, be on the lookout for offers from Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines, 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 R149). 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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United AirlinesCheapestR21 353AverageR24 778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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