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

Ethiopian Air, KLM, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Illinois

Which airlines fly to Illinois?

United Airlines, Ethiopian Air and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from Cape Town according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Illinois 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 Illinois?

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Illinois were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Illinois?

As of March 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Illinois.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Illinois?

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 Illinois.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Illinois 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 Illinois. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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R13 662Ethiopian Air

Wed, Jun 24 - Wed, Jul 22

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R14 071Ethiopian Air

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R14 087Ethiopian Air

Thu, Jun 18 - Tue, Jul 21

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R14 610Ethiopian Air

Wed, Jun 24 - Sun, Jul 19

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R14 921Ethiopian Air

Sun, Jun 14 - Tue, Jul 21

20:25 - 17:58

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R16 604Delta

Thu, Apr 16 - Thu, Apr 23

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R18 303Delta

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21

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R20 101Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 7 - Thu, Apr 30

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R26 164KLM

Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 4

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12:51 - 21:25

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25h 34m

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R26 213KLM

Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 4

Qatar Airways flights from Cape Town to Illinois

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Cape Town to Illinois flight tickets

Qatar Airways

Apr 14

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

33h 05m

1 stop

ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 21

ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 10m

1 stop

CPT11:30Cape Town Intl

R18 271

Qatar Airways

Mar 5

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

33h 55m

1 stop

ORD14:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

Dec 14

ORD18:50Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 40m

1 stop

CPT10:30Cape Town Intl

R21 245

Qatar Airways

Mar 18

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

41h 21m

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ORD22:56Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 22

ORD20:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

38h 25m

1 stop

CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

R22 830

Delta flights from Cape Town to Illinois

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Delta

Apr 16

CPT20:25Cape Town Intl

26h 53m

2 stops

ORD16:18Chicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 23

ORD14:25Chicago O'Hare Intl

20h 25m

1 stop

CPT17:50Cape Town Intl

R16 604

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Apr 14

CPT20:25Cape Town Intl

26h 53m

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ORD16:18Chicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 21

ORD16:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 05m

1 stop

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

R17 535

Delta

Jun 14

CPT23:15Cape Town Intl

22h 15m

1 stop

ORD14:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 22

ORD19:55Chicago O'Hare Intl

38h 55m

1 stop

CPT17:50Cape Town Intl

R17 552

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R16 604

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R18 303

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R20 101

Cape TownChicago

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Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

23:15-18:33

2 stops26h 18m

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R26 164

Cape TownChicago

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Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

23:15-18:33

2 stops26h 18m

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2 stops25h 34m

R26 213

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

If you are unable to visit Illinois 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 R16 735.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Illinois?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Illinois from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Illinois for around R17 477 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Illinois from Cape Town for as low as R14 463 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 17% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to Illinois flight.

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Fastest flight time	25h 25m
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The fastest flight from Cape Town to Illinois takes 25h 25m

There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Illinois. There are no popular flight routes from Cape Town to Illinois.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Illinois?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Illinois were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Illinois?
As of March 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Illinois.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Illinois?
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 Illinois.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Illinois 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 Illinois. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to Illinois

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R13 798	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 962 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom R15 194	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 9 382 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R15 575	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 240 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom R16 233	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,9 8 244 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom R16 741	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 461 reviews	Search KLM flights

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