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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Illinois from R9 713

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 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ORD
Jul 4 — Jul 111
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 4 June 2026.

Sun 7/620:05
CPT
-
MDW
1 stop33h 12m
Delta
Mon 22/617:11
MDW
-
CPT
1 stop17h 39m
Delta
Deal found 4/6R16 298
Sun 7/620:05
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop34h 54m
Delta
Mon 22/611:23
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop23h 27m
Delta
Deal found 4/6R16 298
Sun 19/720:05
CPT
-
MDW
1 stop21h 00m
Delta
Wed 12/818:42
MDW
-
CPT
2 stops40h 08m
Delta
Deal found 3/6R16 347
Sun 19/720:05
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops32h 47m
Delta
Wed 12/818:25
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop40h 25m
Delta
Deal found 3/6R16 347
Mon 20/723:15
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop22h 00m
KLM
Tue 11/816:20
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop22h 05m
KLM
Deal found 3/6R16 526
Fri 10/720:00
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop34h 31m
United Airlines
Tue 28/721:40
ORD
-
CPT
2 stops36h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/6R16 558
Thu 11/619:50
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop20h 10m
United Airlines
Wed 1/76:00
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop28h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/6R16 673
Sun 19/723:15
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops30h 24m
KLM
Tue 11/816:20
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop22h 05m
KLM
Deal found 3/6R16 689
Sun 19/723:15
CPT
-
MDW
2 stops30h 00m
KLM
Tue 11/812:46
MDW
-
CPT
2 stops25h 39m
KLM
Deal found 3/6R16 754
Thu 18/619:50
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop32h 10m
United Airlines
Tue 20/1021:30
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop36h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/6R16 901
Tue 21/720:05
CPT
-
MDW
1 stop22h 51m
Delta
Tue 11/89:59
MDW
-
CPT
2 stops28h 26m
Delta
Deal found 3/6R17 373
Sat 18/723:15
CPT
-
MDW
2 stops50h 10m
Delta
Mon 10/810:54
MDW
-
CPT
1 stop23h 56m
Delta
Deal found 3/6R17 406

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 4 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 347

One-way from

R9 713

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R17 096
Delta
  • Delta
  • 21/7-10/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Illinois
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R23 669 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R6 791 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/11

13:15-18:35

1 stop21h 20m

R17 276

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/6

19:50-13:15

2 stops24h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/7

21:30-17:10

1 stop36h 40m

R18 025

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/9

23:15-21:47

2 stops29h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 25/9

18:25-17:50

1 stop40h 25m

R18 759

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

23:15-20:24

2 stops28h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 25/9

18:25-17:50

1 stop40h 25m

R18 922

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

13:50-15:40

2 stops32h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/11

20:20-14:35

2 stops34h 15m

R19 443

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 28/9

14:25-11:47

3 stops28h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/11

6:00-13:35

3 stops47h 35m

R19 851

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/7

23:15-21:52

2 stops29h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/8

16:20-21:25

1 stop22h 05m

R20 177

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/7

19:50-16:52

2 stops28h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/8

6:30-17:10

2 stops27h 40m

R20 682

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/7

20:00-20:32

1 stop31h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 18/7

20:02-15:20

2 stops60h 18m

R20 731

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/9

23:15-18:11

2 stops25h 56m

Chicago Midway

Mon 12/10

6:00-17:50

1 stop28h 50m

R23 257

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Illinois (average of R5 623). Flying from Cape Town to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of R15 238). 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?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Illinois, you should look to book at least 60 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 4 June 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Illinois, such as KLM,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 408 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 774 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 006 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 524 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,4

Food

7,3

Entertainment

7,2

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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 24h 25m. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or KLM 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Illinois (average of R5 623). Flying from Cape Town to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of R15 238). 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 5 airlines flying from Cape Town to Illinois

Discover the top 5 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 4 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 650AverageR20 193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 136AverageR16 100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 232AverageR16 293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR16 695AverageR18 693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 184AverageR21 201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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