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

Turkish Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, and Delta are the most popular carriers 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 54% 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 July 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 804 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 typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R16 063 to R20 242. The lowest price recently found on this route was R16 161.

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15:20 - 14:30

CPT

ORD

30h 10m

2 stops

11:22 - 21:25

ORD

CPT

27h 03m

2 stops

R16 161KLM

Tue, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 11

7:40 - 14:15

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ORD

37h 35m

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17:10 - 22:10

ORD

CPT

22h 00m

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R16 275KLM

Fri, Sep 18 - Sat, Sep 26

19:50 - 9:13

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ORD

20h 23m

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21:35 - 17:10

ORD

CPT

36h 35m

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R16 323United Airlines

Thu, Aug 20 - Tue, Sep 8

7:40 - 14:15

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ORD

37h 35m

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13:29 - 22:10

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25h 41m

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R16 340Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Sat, Sep 26

20:00 - 14:29

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25h 29m

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21:39 - 15:20

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34h 41m

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R16 388United Airlines

Sun, Aug 2 - Wed, Aug 12

20:05 - 22:36

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33h 31m

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R16 811Delta

Sun, Aug 2 - Wed, Aug 12

23:15 - 23:57

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ORD

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18:25 - 17:50

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R16 811Delta

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Sep 9

20:05 - 12:39

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23h 34m

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25h 21m

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R17 153Delta

Fri, Aug 21 - Thu, Sep 10

20:00 - 16:09

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27h 09m

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9:00 - 15:20

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23h 20m

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R17 315United Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Thu, Sep 10

23:15 - 22:44

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ORD

30h 29m

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13:29 - 21:25

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CPT

24h 56m

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R17 461KLM

Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Sep 9

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KLM flights from Cape Town to Chicago

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KLM

Aug 4

CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

30h 10m

2 stops

ORD14:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 11

ORD11:22Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 03m

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CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

R16 161

KLM

Sept 18

CPT7:40Cape Town Intl

37h 35m

1 stop

ORD14:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sept 26

ORD17:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 00m

1 stop

CPT22:10Cape Town Intl

R16 275

KLM

Aug 18

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

30h 29m

2 stops

ORD22:44Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sept 9

ORD13:29Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 56m

2 stops

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

R17 461

United Airlines flights from Cape Town to Chicago

Our best United Airlines deals on Cape Town to Chicago flight tickets

United Airlines

Aug 20

CPT19:50Cape Town Intl

20h 23m

1 stop

ORD9:13Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sept 8

ORD21:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

36h 35m

1 stop

CPT17:10Cape Town Intl

R16 323

United Airlines

Aug 2

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

25h 29m

1 stop

ORD14:29Chicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 12

ORD21:39Chicago O'Hare Intl

34h 41m

1 stop

CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

R16 388

United Airlines

Aug 18

CPT20:00Cape Town Intl

27h 09m

2 stops

ORD16:09Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sept 10

ORD9:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 20m

2 stops

CPT15:20Cape Town Intl

R17 315

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Fri 18/9

7:40-14:15

1 stop37h 35m

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17:10-22:10

1 stop22h 00m

R16 275

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Thu 20/8

19:50-9:13

1 stop20h 23m

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21:35-17:10

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Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

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Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/9

7:40-14:15

1 stop37h 35m

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13:29-22:10

2 stops25h 41m

R16 340

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

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Sun 2/8

20:00-14:29

1 stop25h 29m

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21:39-15:20

1 stop34h 41m

R16 388

Cape TownChicago

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Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/8

20:05-22:36

1 stop33h 31m

Chicago Midway

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13:25-21:25

2 stops25h 00m

R16 811

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CPT - ORD

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Cape Town Intl

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23:15-23:57

2 stops31h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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18:25-17:50

1 stop40h 25m

R16 811

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Cape Town Intl

Fri 21/8

20:05-12:39

2 stops23h 34m

Chicago Midway

Thu 10/9

9:29-17:50

2 stops25h 21m

R17 153

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

20:00-16:09

2 stops27h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

9:00-15:20

2 stops23h 20m

R17 315

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

23:15-22:44

2 stops30h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

13:29-21:25

2 stops24h 56m

R17 461

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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 March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Cape Town, with most prices found around R5 609. If you are unable to visit Chicago during the month of March, then departing from Cape Town during the month June is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R5 642.

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

You could potentially save up to 4% 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 July 2026, prices for Cape Town to Chicago flights are approximately 82% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	21h 00m
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The fastest flight from Cape Town to Chicago takes 21h 00m

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 21h 00m.
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 July 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 53% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Ethiopian Air at 17%, KLM at 16%, and Qatar Airways at 14%.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R5 615	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 010 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 099	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 980 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R15 195	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 442 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 464	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 537 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R18 140	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 744 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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