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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Illinois from R9 597

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ORD
May 9 — May 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Illinois

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 April 2026.

Tue 16/616:35
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 19/811:25
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop41h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/4R16 471
Thu 21/516:35
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 28/520:10
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/4R17 619
Wed 20/516:35
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 27/520:10
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4R17 750
Thu 21/516:35
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/620:10
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/4R18 144
Mon 23/1117:15
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop24h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 27/1111:50
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop40h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/4R18 406
Mon 18/516:35
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 10/620:10
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/4R18 784
Wed 20/516:35
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 11/611:25
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop41h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/4R18 899
Thu 28/519:30
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 4/619:20
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop34h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/4R18 931
Thu 21/519:30
CPT
-
STL
2 stops32h 00m
Qatar Airways
Wed 26/816:18
STL
-
CPT
2 stops34h 57m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/4R20 884
Tue 5/520:05
CPT
-
MDW
2 stops29h 31m
Delta
Tue 12/512:53
MDW
-
CPT
2 stops25h 32m
Delta
Deal found 7/4R21 326
Thu 21/516:35
CPT
-
STL
2 stops35h 41m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 26/817:32
STL
-
CPT
2 stops59h 18m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/4R23 787
Tue 16/623:15
CPT
-
MDW
2 stops26h 03m
KLM
Wed 19/813:00
MDW
-
CPT
2 stops25h 25m
KLM
Deal found 8/4R24 115

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated 9 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 471

One-way from

R9 597

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R20 408
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 16/6-19/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 65h 30m total
  • Cape Town to Illinois
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 11/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R12 719 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 325 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/6

13:50-15:40

2 stops32h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/7

21:10-16:45

2 stops36h 35m

R19 899

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/5

20:05-18:36

2 stops29h 31m

Chicago Midway

Tue 12/5

12:53-21:25

2 stops25h 32m

R21 326

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/6

19:30-16:50

1 stop28h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 28/6

16:01-10:15

2 stops35h 14m

R22 622

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/6

6:00-8:35

2 stops33h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/7

21:10-21:15

2 stops41h 05m

R22 770
Fastest return journey

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

20:05-12:08

1 stop23h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 27/9

16:20-21:25

1 stop22h 05m

R22 967

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

7:00-16:50

2 stops40h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/6

16:29-12:55

2 stops37h 26m

R23 361

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/4

19:30-16:50

1 stop28h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 27/4

16:36-12:55

2 stops37h 19m

R23 672

Cape TownSt. Louis

CPT - STL

CPTSTL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

16:35-21:16

2 stops35h 41m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 26/8

17:32-11:50

2 stops35h 18m

R23 787

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 19/4

13:50-8:15

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/5

10:15-14:35

1 stop21h 20m

R24 115

Cape TownSt. Louis

CPT - STL

CPTSTL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

19:30-23:59

2 stops35h 29m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 26/8

15:33-17:30

2 stops42h 57m

R25 149

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Illinois

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Illinois (average of R13 501). Flying from Cape Town to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 569). 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 Cape Town to Illinois?

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated 9 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Illinois, such as KLM,Qatar Airways, andUnited Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 492 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,7
Good
1 492 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 492 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 492 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 557 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 492 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 305 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 492 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 000 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 492 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7,1

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Illinois. 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 Illinois?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Cape Town to Illinois. It is only a 15,6 km journey to Cape Town Intl (CPT) from Cape Town’s city centre.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to Illinois in 28h 20m. Fly via Delta, Qatar Airways, or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Cape Town to Illinois is about 13700 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cape Town to Illinois?

    The most popular route from Cape Town to Illinois is Cape Town Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - Chicago Midway or Cape Town Intl - Lambert-St Louis.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Illinois 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 Cape Town to Illinois?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Illinois (average of R13 501). Flying from Cape Town to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 569). 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Cape Town to Illinois

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Illinois. 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 9 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 687AverageR20 326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 236AverageR16 206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 548AverageR17 819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR16 295AverageR19 885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR16 805AverageR19 512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 304AverageR21 868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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