Cheap flights from Chicago to Cape Town from R13 949

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Flight information for Chicago to Cape Town
(CHI to CPT)

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Best price found

R13 949

Fastest flight time

20h 35m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Chicago in the past 72 hours is R13 949. The best return flight deal from Chicago to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R327 591.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Cape Town takes 20h 35m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Cape Town. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Chicago Midway Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Cape Town?

November. The cheapest time of year to fly to Cape Town from Chicago is November. The most expensive is July.

What is the cheapest day to depart Chicago for Cape Town?

Wednesday. The cheapest day of the week is usually Wednesday. The most expensive is usually Wednesday.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Cape Town?

In the evening. Chicago to Cape Town flights are approximately 15% more expensive in the afternoon than in the evening

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

United Airlines. United Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Chicago to Cape Town

What is the cheapest Chicago to Cape Town flight route?

Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cape Town Intl. Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Cape Town Intl for the best Chicago - Cape Town flight prices

How far in advance should you book Chicago to Cape Town flights?

45 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from Chicago to Cape Town is approximately 45 days to departure

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

You could potentially save up to 23% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Cape Town flight.

If you are looking to fly from Chicago to Cape Town, you are most likely going to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport, the most popular airports on that route. You may be looking for an airport near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to depart from when travelling to Cape Town and Chicago Midway Airport, located in Chicago is a great option. The least expensive flight option from Chicago to Cape Town will typically be ORD — CPT during the month of December with an average price of R17 284 RT.

Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) to Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)R17 284
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Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)R25 017
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Easily compare return flights from Chicago to Cape Town

Below you can see the best fares for your return flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from Chicago to Cape Town by changing tabs
Turkish Airlines
Mar 17
ORD21:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 50m
1 stop
CPT12:20Cape Town Intl
Mar 25
CPT16:40Cape Town Intl
33h 30m
1 stop
ORD19:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
R17 284
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Ethiopian Air
Jan 24
ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 45m
1 stop
CPT14:30Cape Town Intl
Feb 7
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
24h 50m
2 stops
ORD7:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
R18 099
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American Airlines
Apr 17
ORD20:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 40m
1 stop
CPT11:05Cape Town Intl
Jun 2
CPT18:40Cape Town Intl
23h 15m
1 stop
ORD10:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
R22 402
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United Airlines
Jan 25
ORD9:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 10m
1 stop
CPT16:10Cape Town Intl
Feb 4
CPT20:50Cape Town Intl
21h 57m
1 stop
ORD10:47Chicago O'Hare Intl
R22 591
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SWISS
Jan 11
ORD19:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 45m
2 stops
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
Jan 17
CPT23:55Cape Town Intl
24h 15m
1 stop
ORD16:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
R22 667
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Multiple Airlines
Mar 17
ORD20:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 25m
2 stops
CPT8:05Cape Town Intl
Mar 25
CPT15:15Cape Town Intl
29h 35m
2 stops
ORD13:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
R22 951
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Find the cheapest one-way flights from Chicago to Cape Town

If you're looking for one-way flights from Chicago to Cape Town, view some of our deals below provided by Air France, American Airlines and Delta
Ethiopian Air
Mar 22
ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 45m
1 stop
CPT14:30Cape Town Intl
R13 949
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American Airlines
Mar 23
ORD18:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 40m
2 stops
CPT8:05Cape Town Intl
R18 497
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Delta
Mar 23
MDW9:33Chicago Midway
24h 42m
2 stops
CPT17:15Cape Town Intl
R20 866
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Search last-minute flights to Cape Town from Chicago

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British Airways
Dec 17
ORD18:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
55h 55m
2 stops
CPT10:20Cape Town Intl
Dec 26
CPT18:45Cape Town Intl
32h 30m
1 stop
ORD19:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
R29 490
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United Airlines
Dec 17
ORD22:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 20m
1 stop
CPT10:55Cape Town Intl
Dec 26
CPT20:50Cape Town Intl
29h 49m
1 stop
ORD18:39Chicago O'Hare Intl
R37 412
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Delta
Dec 17
ORD7:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 40m
2 stops
CPT22:45Cape Town Intl
Dec 25
CPT0:35Cape Town Intl
29h 57m
2 stops
ORD22:32Chicago O'Hare Intl
R38 701
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KLM
Dec 17
ORD16:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 50m
1 stop
CPT22:45Cape Town Intl
Dec 25
CPT0:35Cape Town Intl
28h 09m
2 stops
ORD20:44Chicago O'Hare Intl
R39 288
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Lufthansa
Dec 16
ORD22:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 20m
1 stop
CPT10:55Cape Town Intl
Dec 27
CPT18:30Cape Town Intl
24h 40m
1 stop
ORD11:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
R40 577
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Multiple Airlines
Dec 16
ORD12:21Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 44m
2 stops
CPT11:05Cape Town Intl
Jan 13
CPT18:25Cape Town Intl
28h 30m
1 stop
ORD14:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
R46 528
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Best airlines flying from Chicago to Cape Town

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
United AirlinesPriceFrom R22 436Free CancellationRating
7,2
2 731 reviews
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Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to Cape Town

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Chicago to Cape Town flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Mar 17
ORD21:30Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 50m
1 stop
CPT12:20Cape Town Intl
Mar 25
CPT16:40Cape Town Intl
33h 30m
1 stop
ORD19:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
R17 284
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Turkish Airlines
Feb 26
ORD11:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
40h 45m
1 stop
CPT12:20Cape Town Intl
Mar 6
CPT16:40Cape Town Intl
33h 30m
1 stop
ORD18:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
R18 024
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Turkish Airlines
Apr 18
ORD20:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 10m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
May 31
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
24h 05m
1 stop
ORD9:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
R18 422
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Ethiopian Air flights from Chicago to Cape Town

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Chicago to Cape Town flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Jan 24
ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 45m
1 stop
CPT14:30Cape Town Intl
Feb 7
CPT14:35Cape Town Intl
24h 50m
2 stops
ORD7:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
R18 099
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Ethiopian Air
Jan 24
ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 45m
1 stop
CPT14:30Cape Town Intl
Feb 6
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
25h 35m
2 stops
ORD7:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
R18 403
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Ethiopian Air
Mar 9
ORD9:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 45m
1 stop
CPT14:30Cape Town Intl
Mar 17
CPT13:50Cape Town Intl
25h 35m
2 stops
ORD8:25Chicago O'Hare Intl
R18 952
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  • How far is Chicago to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    A flight from Chicago to Cape Town Intl will travel around 13659,5 km. Typically, this will take 18h 03m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Cape Town Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

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


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