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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Chicago from R9 829

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Etihad Airways Logo
15:25 - 8:35
CPT
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ORD
72h 10m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
14:00 - 13:00
ORD
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CPT
64h 00m
2 stops
R18 059Etihad Airways
Fri, May 15 - Fri, May 22
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 9:40
CPT
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ORD
24h 05m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:25 - 11:50
ORD
-
CPT
41h 25m
1 stop
R18 245Turkish Airlines
Thu, May 21 - Wed, Jun 3
Turkish Airlines Logo
16:35 - 9:40
CPT
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ORD
24h 05m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:25 - 11:50
ORD
-
CPT
41h 25m
1 stop
R18 295Turkish Airlines
Thu, May 21 - Wed, Jun 3
Etihad Airways Logo
13:50 - 15:40
CPT
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ORD
56h 50m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
21:10 - 13:00
ORD
-
CPT
56h 50m
2 stops
R19 759Etihad Airways
Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 27
Qatar Airways Logo
13:00 - 15:05
CPT
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ORD
33h 05m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
19:20 - 11:30
ORD
-
CPT
33h 10m
1 stop
R19 810Qatar Airways
Fri, Apr 24 - Wed, May 6
Qatar Airways Logo
19:30 - 16:50
CPT
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ORD
28h 20m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
19:20 - 12:55
ORD
-
CPT
34h 35m
1 stop
R19 877Qatar Airways
Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 4
KLM Logo
23:15 - 17:56
CPT
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MDW
25h 41m
2 stops
KLM Logo
13:22 - 21:25
MDW
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CPT
25h 03m
2 stops
R32 955KLM
Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 4
KLM Logo
23:15 - 17:56
CPT
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MDW
25h 41m
2 stops
KLM Logo
12:53 - 21:25
MDW
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CPT
25h 32m
2 stops
R32 972KLM
Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 4
Delta Logo
23:15 - 17:56
CPT
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MDW
25h 41m
2 stops
Delta Logo
9:23 - 21:25
MDW
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CPT
29h 02m
2 stops
R36 153Delta
Thu, May 21 - Wed, Jun 3
Delta Logo
23:15 - 18:33
CPT
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MDW
26h 18m
2 stops
Delta Logo
6:23 - 17:50
MDW
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CPT
28h 27m
1 stop
R41 202Delta
Thu, May 14 - Thu, May 21

Emirates flights from Cape Town to Chicago

Our best Emirates deals on Cape Town to Chicago flight tickets
Emirates
May 13
CPT13:15Cape Town Intl
33h 30m
1 stop
ORD15:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
May 20
ORD20:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 55m
1 stop
CPT11:30Cape Town Intl
R21 173
Emirates
May 13
CPT13:15Cape Town Intl
33h 30m
1 stop
ORD15:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
May 20
ORD20:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 55m
1 stop
CPT11:30Cape Town Intl
R21 527

Kenya Airways flights from Cape Town to Chicago

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Cape Town to Chicago flight tickets
Kenya Airways
May 13
CPT23:30Cape Town Intl
63h 14m
2 stops
ORD7:44Chicago O'Hare Intl
May 20
ORD6:07Chicago O'Hare Intl
48h 28m
3 stops
CPT13:35Cape Town Intl
R22 065
Kenya Airways
May 13
CPT23:30Cape Town Intl
63h 14m
2 stops
ORD7:44Chicago O'Hare Intl
May 20
ORD8:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
46h 00m
3 stops
CPT13:35Cape Town Intl
R22 116
Kenya Airways
Apr 22
CPT23:30Cape Town Intl
49h 11m
2 stops
ORD17:41Chicago O'Hare Intl
May 13
ORD8:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
46h 00m
3 stops
CPT13:35Cape Town Intl
R22 149

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Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 15/5

15:25-8:35

2 stops72h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 22/5

14:00-13:00

2 stops64h 00m

R18 059

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

16:35-9:40

1 stop24h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/6

11:25-11:50

1 stop41h 25m

R18 245

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

16:35-9:40

1 stop24h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/6

11:25-11:50

1 stop41h 25m

R18 295

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

13:50-15:40

2 stops56h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 27/9

21:10-13:00

2 stops56h 50m

R19 759

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/4

13:00-15:05

1 stop33h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/5

19:20-11:30

1 stop33h 10m

R19 810

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

19:30-16:50

1 stop28h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/6

19:20-12:55

1 stop34h 35m

R19 877
Fastest return journey

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

23:15-17:56

2 stops25h 41m

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/6

13:22-21:25

2 stops25h 03m

R32 955

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

23:15-17:56

2 stops25h 41m

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/6

12:53-21:25

2 stops25h 32m

R32 972

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

23:15-17:56

2 stops25h 41m

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/6

9:23-21:25

2 stops29h 02m

R36 153

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

23:15-18:33

2 stops26h 18m

Chicago Midway

Thu 21/5

6:23-17:50

1 stop28h 27m

R41 202

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cape Town to Chicago

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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 848. If you are unable to visit Chicago during the month of September, then departing from Cape Town during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R17 235.

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 R19 198 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 R14 256 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 12% 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 April 2026, prices for Cape Town to Chicago flights are approximately 18% 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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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

Fastest flight time

24h 05m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Cape Town to Chicago takes 24h 05m
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 24h 05m.

  • 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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Price
Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R5 834Free CancellationRating
7,2
991 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R15 631Free CancellationRating
7,4
9 533 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R15 951Free CancellationRating
7,3
4 290 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom R16 718Free CancellationRating
7,9
8 369 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R17 044Free CancellationRating
7,8
1 482 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom R18 779Free CancellationRating
7,4
3 730 reviews
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