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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Chicago from R10 449

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 7/12. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
CPT — CHI
Dec 12 — Dec 191
1 adult
Tue 12/12
Tue 19/12

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Chicago are usually found in May or February, booked 3 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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How to find the cheapest flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Chicago (CHI)

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 8 December 2023.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Round-trip from

R319 674

One-way from

R13 081
High demand for flights, 22% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 14% potential price drop
From Cape Town Intl to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Cape Town Intl to Chicago (CHI)

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Cape Town to Chicago?

Travellers have found that booking a Monday departure is the best way to save up to 16% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of May. Prices to Chicago from Cape Town average R20 511. You can even find prices in May for less than R20 511, as users have found deals to Chicago from as low as R16 204. The month of August appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Chicago from Cape Town. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 28%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Chicago (CPT - CHI)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Cape Town to Chicago in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Cape Town to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Cape Town and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Take a peek at the cheapest United Airlines flights we've detected travelling from Cape Town to Chicago. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.

Cheap RwandAir flights from Cape Town to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by RwandAir for the route between Cape Town and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Some of the lowest-priced RwandAir flights we've found at this time heading from Cape Town to Chicago. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.

Cheap Cape Town to Chicago flights in December & January 2023

Find cheap flight options from Cape Town to Chicago specifically for the months of December and January 2023. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Prices were last updated on 8 December 2023.
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Cape Town to Chicago 2023 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cape Town and Chicago in 2023. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
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One-way flights to Chicago from Cape Town

Search for one-way flight options from Cape Town to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
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Find flights from Cape Town to Chicago within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.

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R17 245 - R34 244

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape Town IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 22/1

2 stops29h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 21/2

1 stop22h 15m

R17 245

Cape Town IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/1

1 stop28h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 21/2

1 stop22h 15m

R17 378

Cape Town IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/1

2 stops32h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 21/2

2 stops35h 20m

R18 570

Cape Town IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/1

1 stop28h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 27/1

1 stop32h 00m

R19 233

Cape Town IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 24/2

2 stops25h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/3

1 stop21h 45m

R19 630

Cape Town IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/12

2 stops24h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/1

1 stop20h 45m

R19 933

Cape Town IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 24/2

1 stop28h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/3

1 stop37h 00m

R21 353

Cape Town IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/12

1 stop24h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/1

1 stop35h 01m

R24 931

Cape Town IntlChicago O'Hare Intl

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/12

3 stops55h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/1

3 stops36h 10m

R34 244

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Deals found on 7/12

Average price of flights to Chicago by month

Plan your trip from Cape Town to Chicago by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cape Town to Chicago is currently 11402.21 ZAR while a return flight costs 21390.96 ZAR. Price data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Chicago (average of R0). Flying from Cape Town to Chicago in August is currently the most expensive (average of R1 055). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated 8 December 2023.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, RwandAir and Ethiopian Air from Cape Town to Chicago have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,1
Very Good
341 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Though the menu had vegetarian food mentioned, they ran out very quickly. The airlines should be more inclusive of the dietary needs and bring in more vegetarian food if they are to advertise it.

8,1
Very Good
341 reviews
8,1
Very Good
341 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Though the menu had vegetarian food mentioned, they ran out very quickly. The airlines should be more inclusive of the dietary needs and bring in more vegetarian food if they are to advertise it.

7,9
Good
1 316 reviews
8,1
Very Good
341 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Though the menu had vegetarian food mentioned, they ran out very quickly. The airlines should be more inclusive of the dietary needs and bring in more vegetarian food if they are to advertise it.

7,9
Good
3 035 reviews
8,1
Very Good
341 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Though the menu had vegetarian food mentioned, they ran out very quickly. The airlines should be more inclusive of the dietary needs and bring in more vegetarian food if they are to advertise it.

7,6
Good
276 reviews
8,1
Very Good
341 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Though the menu had vegetarian food mentioned, they ran out very quickly. The airlines should be more inclusive of the dietary needs and bring in more vegetarian food if they are to advertise it.

7,5
Good
125 reviews
8,1
Very Good
341 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,7

Comfort

8,1

Food

7,6

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Though the menu had vegetarian food mentioned, they ran out very quickly. The airlines should be more inclusive of the dietary needs and bring in more vegetarian food if they are to advertise it.

Average temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. July sees the highest average temperature while January sees the lowest average temperature. Temperature data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

CHI

Temperature

-5 - 23 °C

Average rainfall in Chicago by month

Keep in mind the precipitation totals in Chicago by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. Chicago sees an average of 78.50 precipitation per year with the most occurring in August. Precipitation data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

CHI

Rainfall

43 - 125 mm

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

For a flight from Cape Town to Chicago, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 15,6 km from the centre of the city. Cape Town Intl is the only Cape Town airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 8 airlines have flights to Chicago from Cape Town Intl on a regular basis.

Can I find flights from Cape Town to Chicago for under R17 300 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Cape Town to Chicago for under R17 300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on KLM for just R17 245, but on average you can expect to pay R21 826.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Chicago round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cape Town to Chicago round-trip from R17 245. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from R17 378, and Ethiopian Air, from R19 630. KLM is 15% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Chicago one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R11 093 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from R13 535 and Delta from R13 611 one-way.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to Chicago?

What does CPT to ORD mean?

Great question - CPT to ORD just means Cape Town Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

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Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Cape Town to Chicago. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 8 December 2023.

Top 8 airlines flying from Cape Town to Chicago

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR15 251AverageR20 547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapestR16 483AverageR19 804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR16 567AverageR24 689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR16 986AverageR21 544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR17 777AverageR18 837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapestR18 682AverageR20 018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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SWISSCheapestR19 685AverageR20 213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 734AverageR27 282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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