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

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Chicago

Which airlines fly to Chicago?

United Airlines, KLM and Ethiopian Air 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 43% 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 May 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.

R11 414 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 R19 773 to R16 834. The lowest price recently found on this route was R16 751.

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20:00 - 17:02

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ORD

28h 02m

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21:40 - 15:20

ORD

CPT

34h 40m

1 stop

R16 751United Airlines

Tue, Jun 16 - Fri, Jul 3

13:15 - 15:05

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32h 50m

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19:20 - 10:15

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31h 55m

1 stop

R17 852Qatar Airways

Thu, Jul 16 - Mon, Aug 17

13:15 - 15:05

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ORD

32h 50m

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19:20 - 10:15

ORD

CPT

31h 55m

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R18 016Qatar Airways

Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Aug 11

13:15 - 15:05

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ORD

32h 50m

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19:20 - 17:30

ORD

CPT

39h 10m

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R18 164Qatar Airways

Tue, Jul 14 - Wed, Aug 5

19:50 - 19:37

CPT

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30h 47m

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19:45 - 15:20

ORD

CPT

36h 35m

1 stop

R19 034United Airlines

Thu, Jun 18 - Fri, Jul 3

13:50 - 8:15

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25h 25m

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10:15 - 14:10

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20h 55m

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R19 675Ethiopian Air

Fri, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 27

23:15 - 22:17

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30h 02m

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16:25 - 17:50

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18h 25m

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R22 401Delta

Sun, Jun 14 - Sat, Jul 4

23:15 - 21:09

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28h 54m

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13:26 - 21:25

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24h 59m

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R23 107KLM

Wed, Jun 3 - Sat, Jun 20

23:15 - 18:18

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MDW

26h 03m

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13:26 - 21:25

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24h 59m

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R24 700KLM

Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 17

23:15 - 21:09

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28h 54m

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6:00 - 17:50

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28h 50m

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R24 897Delta

Wed, Jun 3 - Sat, Jun 20

Emirates flights from Cape Town to Chicago

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Emirates

Jun 4

CPT18:25Cape Town Intl

28h 20m

1 stop

ORD15:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jun 18

ORD20:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 55m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

R22 171

Emirates

May 20

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

33h 30m

1 stop

ORD15:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

May 23

ORD20:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

37h 05m

1 stop

CPT16:40Cape Town Intl

R25 144

Emirates

May 18

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

33h 30m

1 stop

ORD15:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

May 24

ORD20:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 55m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

R26 359

Qatar Airways flights from Cape Town to Chicago

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Qatar Airways

Jul 16

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

32h 50m

1 stop

ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 17

ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 55m

1 stop

CPT10:15Cape Town Intl

R17 852

Qatar Airways

Jul 14

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

32h 50m

1 stop

ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 5

ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

39h 10m

1 stop

CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

R18 164

Qatar Airways

Jun 22

CPT13:15Cape Town Intl

32h 50m

1 stop

ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jun 29

ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

39h 10m

1 stop

CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

R19 051

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Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

13:50-8:15

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10:15-14:10

1 stop20h 55m

R19 675

Cape TownChicago

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Cape TownChicago

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Wed 3/6

23:15-21:09

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Sat 20/6

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R23 107

Cape TownChicago

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Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/6

23:15-18:18

2 stops26h 03m

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2 stops24h 59m

R24 700

Cape TownChicago

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Wed 3/6

23:15-21:09

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Chicago Midway

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R24 897

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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 666. 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 699.

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

You could potentially save up to 7% 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 May 2026, prices for Cape Town to Chicago flights are approximately 2% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Cape Town to Chicago takes 25h 25m

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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 25h 25m.
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 May 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 45% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Ethiopian Air at 20%, KLM at 16%, and Turkish Airlines at 11%.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R5 693	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 999 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 252	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 701 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R15 565	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 360 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 823	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 1 514 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R18 324	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 728 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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