What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Chicago?

Turkish Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Cape Town Intl to Chicago

Which airlines fly to Chicago?

United Airlines, Ethiopian Air and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Cape Town according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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?

There are 5 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Chicago as of January 2026.

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.

R9 904 Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Chicago in 2026

Q: 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 R18 036 to R20 086. The lowest price recently found on this route was R14 528.

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10:15 - 14:35

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Sun, Apr 12 - Wed, Apr 22

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R16 610Ethiopian Air

Sat, Jul 4 - Mon, Jul 27

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R17 003Turkish Airlines

Fri, Jul 3 - Mon, Jul 27

20:05 - 12:02

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R17 315Delta

Tue, Apr 7 - Sat, Apr 18

20:00 - 14:27

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R17 463United Airlines

Tue, Apr 7 - Sat, Apr 18

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R17 479United Airlines

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17:15 - 10:05

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R17 659Turkish Airlines

Wed, Feb 18 - Sun, Feb 22

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R20 381Delta

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23:15 - 18:05

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R24 726KLM

Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 4

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R24 743KLM

Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 4

Ethiopian Air flights from Cape Town to Chicago

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Ethiopian Air

Apr 12

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

25h 25m

2 stops

ORD8:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 22

ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 20m

1 stop

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

R14 528

Ethiopian Air

Jul 4

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

25h 25m

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ORD8:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 27

ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 20m

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CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

R16 610

Ethiopian Air

Jul 2

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

25h 25m

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ORD8:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 30

ORD10:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 20m

1 stop

CPT14:35Cape Town Intl

R16 774

Turkish Airlines flights from Cape Town to Chicago

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Turkish Airlines

Jul 3

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

24h 05m

1 stop

ORD9:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 27

ORD11:25Chicago O'Hare Intl

41h 25m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

R17 003

Turkish Airlines

Feb 18

CPT17:15Cape Town Intl

24h 50m

1 stop

ORD10:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 22

ORD11:50Chicago O'Hare Intl

40h 00m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

R17 659

Turkish Airlines

Feb 18

CPT17:15Cape Town Intl

24h 50m

1 stop

ORD10:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 22

ORD20:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 30m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

R17 676

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Tue 7/4

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R17 463

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R17 479

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Wed 18/2

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R17 659

Cape TownChicago

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Tue 7/4

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R20 381

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Cape TownChicago

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Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

23:15-18:05

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Chicago Midway

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2 stops25h 25m

R24 743

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Cape Town, with most prices found around R16 413. If you are unable to visit Chicago during the month of September, then departing from Cape Town during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R16 561.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around R17 997 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 R15 019 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 24% 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 January 2026, prices for Cape Town to Chicago flights are approximately 0% more expensive 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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Fastest flight time	20h 38m
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The fastest flight from Cape Town to Chicago takes 20h 38m

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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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 20h 38m.
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?
There are 5 operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Chicago as of January 2026.
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?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Cape Town to Chicago is United Airlines, representing 42% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Ethiopian Air at 19%, KLM at 14%, and Turkish Airlines at 14%.

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to Chicago

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R14 023	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 948 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 228	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 176 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R15 627	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 192 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 098	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 441 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom R16 287	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 075 reviews	Search Delta flights

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