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Cheap flights from Chicago to Cape Town from R11 885

CHI — CPT
Dec 14 — Dec 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Cape Town

Wed 11/1114:31 -
2 stops42h 54m
Tue 17/1112:35 -
1 stop33h 55m
Deal found 9/11R20 853
Sun 29/1111:45 -
1 stop40h 20m
Mon 14/120:55 -
1 stop41h 05m
Deal found 11/11R20 903
Wed 11/1115:09 -
2 stops42h 16m
Mon 16/1112:35 -
1 stop33h 55m
Deal found 9/11R21 595
Sun 29/1111:45 -
1 stop27h 15m
Thu 10/1217:15 -
1 stop24h 45m
Deal found 10/11R22 319
Sun 29/1111:45 -
1 stop27h 15m
Fri 11/1214:00 -
2 stops52h 00m
Deal found 9/11R23 061
Tue 24/1118:30 -
1 stop33h 40m
Sat 12/1218:55 -
1 stop26h 50m
Deal found 11/11R23 078
Tue 24/1118:30 -
1 stop29h 35m
Sun 13/1218:55 -
2 stops28h 00m
Deal found 10/11R23 162
Thu 3/1220:15 -
1 stop42h 45m
Thu 17/1217:15 -
1 stop24h 45m
Deal found 11/11R23 247
Sun 29/1111:45 -
1 stop27h 15m
Wed 16/1214:00 -
2 stops36h 20m
Deal found 11/11R23 263

Find flight deals from Chicago to Cape Town

Round-trip from

R20 482

One-way from

R11 885

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R26 584
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/3-3/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 87h 55m total
  • Chicago to Cape Town
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5/4-31/12
  • 5/4-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 30m total
  • Chicago to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (R69 628 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R15 722 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
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ChicagoCape Town

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/4

11:20-11:50

1 stop41h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 115

ChicagoCape Town

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/5

20:05-23:20

1 stop44h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 115

ChicagoCape Town

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 28/4

20:05-23:20

1 stop44h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 115

ChicagoCape Town

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 27/4

15:45-6:40

2 stops31h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 503

ChicagoCape Town

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/4

11:20-11:50

1 stop41h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 789

ChicagoCape Town

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/4

11:20-11:50

1 stop41h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 789
Fastest return journey

ChicagoCape Town

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 19/3

12:45-23:00

1 stop27h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 789

ChicagoCape Town

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/1

20:15-14:35

2 stops58h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R13 975

ChicagoCape Town

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 22/1

20:15-12:05

1 stop31h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R14 295

ChicagoCape Town

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/11

18:50-17:25

1 stop38h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R14 497

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Cape Town

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Cape Town?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Cape Town (average of R19 083). Flying from Chicago to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R33 074). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Chicago to Cape Town?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Chicago to Cape Town flights typically cost between R21 089 and R34 811 in March.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R20 482 on Qatar Airways (Mar 16–Apr 3).

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Chicago to Cape Town?

Istanbul (IST) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 54% of one-stop itineraries from Chicago to Cape Town on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Chicago to Cape Town?

Istanbul (IST) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R16 809.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Chicago to Cape Town?

Flights via Washington, D.C. (IAD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 17h 31m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Chicago to Cape Town?

Flights via Washington, D.C. (IAD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 48m.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Chicago?

    Most people fly into Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight to Cape Town from Chicago. On average, Cape Town Intl has 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 0 airlines. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15,6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Cape Town?

    For as low as R21 375, Qatar Airways can have you in Cape Town from Chicago in 31h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 13700 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Cape Town?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Cape Town (average of R19 083). Flying from Chicago to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R33 074). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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