Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Cape Town?

Flights via London (LHR) offer the lowest average return price of R25 760.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Cape Town?

Dubai (DXB) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 6h 18m.

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

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Cape Town Intl

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Chicago and Cape Town?

Dubai (DXB) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Cape Town?

Flights connecting via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 30h 25m.

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.

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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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Cape Town?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R33 360 to R21 413. The lowest price recently found on this route was R18 143.

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20:10 - 11:50

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16:35 - 9:40

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R18 143Turkish Airlines

Sun, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 13

20:10 - 11:50

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R20 016Turkish Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 13

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R20 246Turkish Airlines

Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14

20:10 - 11:50

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R20 361Turkish Airlines

Thu, Aug 27 - Tue, Sep 15

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R21 462Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 22

13:27 - 21:25

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20:05 - 11:54

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R33 459Delta

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 1

13:05 - 17:50

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R34 527Delta

Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Nov 1

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R35 332Multiple Airlines

Fri, Aug 14 - Sat, Aug 29

10:54 - 17:50

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R35 529Virgin Atlantic

Thu, Aug 6 - Sun, Aug 16

10:35 - 17:50

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24h 15m

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20:05 - 16:25

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27h 20m

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R35 858Virgin Atlantic

Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 13

Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to Cape Town

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Turkish Airlines

Sept 6

ORD20:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 40m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Sept 13

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

24h 05m

1 stop

ORD9:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

R18 143

Turkish Airlines

Sept 7

ORD11:25Chicago O'Hare Intl

41h 25m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Sept 14

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

24h 05m

1 stop

ORD9:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

R20 246

Turkish Airlines

Aug 26

ORD20:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 40m

1 stop

CPT11:50Cape Town Intl

Sept 8

CPT16:35Cape Town Intl

24h 05m

1 stop

ORD9:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

R20 312

Delta flights from Chicago to Cape Town

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Delta

Aug 18

MDW13:27Chicago Midway

24h 58m

2 stops

CPT21:25Cape Town Intl

Sept 1

CPT20:05Cape Town Intl

22h 49m

1 stop

MDW11:54Chicago Midway

R33 459

Delta

Nov 3

MDW17:59Chicago Midway

40h 36m

2 stops

CPT18:35Cape Town Intl

Nov 13

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

23h 06m

1 stop

MDW11:56Chicago Midway

R34 149

Delta

Oct 22

MDW13:05Chicago Midway

21h 45m

1 stop

CPT17:50Cape Town Intl

Nov 1

CPT20:50Cape Town Intl

21h 02m

1 stop

MDW9:52Chicago Midway

R34 527

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11:25-11:50

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R20 246

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Cape Town Intl

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R20 361

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Cape Town Intl

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2 stops26h 40m

R21 462

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Tue 18/8

13:27-21:25

2 stops24h 58m

Cape Town Intl

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20:05-11:54

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R33 459

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Thu 22/10

13:05-17:50

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Cape Town Intl

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20:50-9:52

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R34 527

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Fri 14/8

17:10-10:25

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Cape Town Intl

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R35 332

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Thu 6/8

10:54-17:50

1 stop23h 56m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 16/8

20:05-22:36

1 stop33h 31m

R35 529

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MDW - CPT

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Chicago Midway

Thu 1/10

10:35-17:50

1 stop24h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/10

20:05-16:25

1 stop27h 20m

R35 858

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Cape Town?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Chicago, with most prices found around R12 144. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of January, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R12 555.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R22 352 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Chicago for as low as R18 964 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 67% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Cape Town flight.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Cape Town

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 20h 50m 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.
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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