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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Chicago from R14 549

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Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 8:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 - 14:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R14 549Ethiopian Air
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 8:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 - 14:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R14 630Ethiopian Air
Fri, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 24
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:05 - 16:37CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
11:29 - 17:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R15 148Virgin Atlantic
Fri, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 24
Virgin Atlantic Logo
20:05 - 15:24CPT  Cape Town Intl-MDW Chicago Midway
26h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
10:48 - 17:50MDW  Chicago Midway-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R15 148Virgin Atlantic
Fri, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 24
KLM Logo
7:40 - 14:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
37h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
16:15 - 21:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R16 200KLM
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 27
KLM Logo
7:40 - 14:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
37h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
16:15 - 21:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R16 216KLM
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 27
United Airlines Logo
20:00 - 9:38CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 38m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
21:48 - 18:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 12m1 stop Newark
R16 394United Airlines
Sun, Sep 13 - Mon, Nov 30
United Airlines Logo
20:00 - 9:38CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 38m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
21:35 - 18:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 25m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
R16 394United Airlines
Sun, Sep 13 - Mon, Nov 30
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 15:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
19:20 - 10:15ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R17 592Qatar Airways
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 15:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
19:20 - 10:15ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R17 721Qatar Airways
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7

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Turkish Airlines flights from Cape Town to Chicago

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Cape Town to Chicago flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Jan 26
CPT0:55Cape Town Intl
25h 25m
1 stop
ORD18:20Chicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 31
ORD11:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 15m
1 stop
CPT23:00Cape Town Intl
R17 996
Turkish Airlines
Jan 27
CPT17:20Cape Town Intl
24h 40m
1 stop
ORD10:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 31
ORD11:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 15m
1 stop
CPT23:00Cape Town Intl
R18 012
Turkish Airlines
Jan 26
CPT0:55Cape Town Intl
25h 25m
1 stop
ORD18:20Chicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 31
ORD11:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 15m
1 stop
CPT23:00Cape Town Intl
R18 045

British Airways flights from Cape Town to Chicago

Our best British Airways deals on Cape Town to Chicago flight tickets
British Airways
Jan 27
CPT22:10Cape Town Intl
29h 05m
2 stops
ORD19:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 31
ORD21:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 15m
1 stop
CPT8:05Cape Town Intl
R23 240
British Airways
Jan 27
CPT22:10Cape Town Intl
29h 05m
2 stops
ORD19:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 31
ORD21:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 15m
1 stop
CPT8:05Cape Town Intl
R23 256
British Airways
Jan 27
CPT22:10Cape Town Intl
29h 05m
2 stops
ORD19:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 31
ORD21:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 15m
1 stop
CPT8:05Cape Town Intl
R23 321

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Cape TownChicago

CPT Cape Town Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

13:50-8:15

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/10

10:15-14:10

1 stop20h 55m

R14 549

Cape TownChicago

CPT Cape Town Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

13:50-8:15

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 24/9

10:15-14:10

1 stop20h 55m

R14 630

Cape TownChicago

CPT Cape Town Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

20:05-16:37

1 stop27h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 24/9

11:29-17:50

1 stop23h 21m

R15 148

Cape TownChicago

CPT Cape Town Intl - MDW Chicago Midway

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

20:05-15:24

1 stop26h 19m

Chicago Midway

Thu 24/9

10:48-17:50

1 stop24h 02m

R15 148

Cape TownChicago

CPT Cape Town Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

7:40-14:15

1 stop37h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 27/9

16:15-21:10

1 stop21h 55m

R16 200

Cape TownChicago

CPT Cape Town Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

7:40-14:15

1 stop37h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 27/9

16:15-21:10

1 stop21h 55m

R16 216

Cape TownChicago

CPT Cape Town Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

20:00-9:38

1 stop20h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 30/11

21:48-18:00

1 stop36h 12m

R16 394

Cape TownChicago

CPT Cape Town Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

20:00-9:38

1 stop20h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 30/11

21:35-18:00

2 stops36h 25m

R16 394

Cape TownChicago

CPT Cape Town Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

13:15-15:05

1 stop32h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/10

19:20-10:15

1 stop31h 55m

R17 592

Cape TownChicago

CPT Cape Town Intl - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

13:15-15:05

1 stop32h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/10

19:20-10:15

1 stop31h 55m

R17 721

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and Chicago?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from R16 135 to R22 155.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R14 549.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of December is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Cape Town, with most prices found around R16 426. If you are unable to visit Chicago during the month of December, then departing from Cape Town during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R16 572.

Can stopping save me money on Cape Town to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to Chicago flight.

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

As of August 2026, prices for Cape Town to Chicago flights are approximately 9% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cape Town to Chicago

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Cheap Cape Town to Chicago (CPT to CHI) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Cape Town to Chicago

Best price found

R17 203

Fastest flight time

22h 16m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is R17 203. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R14 549.
The fastest flight from Cape Town to Chicago takes 22h 16m
There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Chicago. There are no popular flight routes from Cape Town to Chicago.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cape Town to Chicago

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

    Chicago is 13659,5 km away from Cape Town Intl. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 22h 16m.

  • 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 are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • 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?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to 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 licence 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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Rating
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R5 590Free CancellationRating
7,2
1 032 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R15 030Free CancellationRating
7,4
10 104 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R15 126Free CancellationRating
7,4
4 477 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R16 578Free CancellationRating
7,8
1 560 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R18 057Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 739 reviews
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