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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Illinois from R9 663

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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ORD
Mar 4 — Mar 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 2 February 2026.

Mon 2/221:30
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop27h 25m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 15/211:18
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop23h 57m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/2R14 583
Mon 2/221:30
CPT
-
MDW
1 stop22h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/26:00
MDW
-
CPT
1 stop29h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2R14 776
Mon 2/220:50
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops24h 25m
United Airlines
Sun 15/213:02
ORD
-
CPT
2 stops20h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/2R15 065
Tue 17/317:15
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop24h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 24/312:50
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop40h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 31/1R15 194
Tue 17/321:30
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop28h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/317:59
ORD
-
CPT
2 stops21h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1R15 773
Mon 2/221:30
CPT
-
MDW
2 stops28h 25m
Delta
Sun 15/216:13
MDW
-
CPT
1 stop19h 02m
Delta
Deal found 1/2R16 448
Wed 18/217:15
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop24h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 22/220:20
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 31/1R16 592
Sat 16/523:15
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop22h 00m
KLM
Sat 30/516:20
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop22h 05m
KLM
Deal found 30/1R16 802
Sat 16/519:50
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops32h 46m
United Airlines
Sat 30/521:21
ORD
-
CPT
2 stops58h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/1R17 155
Tue 23/613:50
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops25h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 22/710:15
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 31/1R17 300
Tue 17/320:50
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops31h 59m
Delta
Tue 24/37:00
ORD
-
CPT
2 stops31h 55m
Delta
Deal found 31/1R17 348
Sat 27/613:50
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops25h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 22/710:15
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 31/1R17 589

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 2 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R15 065

One-way from

R9 663

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R20 403
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 12/4-18/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Illinois
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 10/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R22 646 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 828 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/2

17:15-10:05

1 stop24h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 22/2

20:20-11:50

1 stop31h 30m

R16 592

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/5

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 30/5

17:45-21:25

2 stops44h 40m

R16 882

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/5

19:50-21:36

2 stops32h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 30/5

21:21-15:20

2 stops58h 59m

R17 155

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 23/6

13:50-8:15

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 22/7

10:15-14:35

1 stop21h 20m

R17 300

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 26/6

13:50-8:15

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 22/7

10:15-14:35

1 stop21h 20m

R18 120

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 28/6

13:50-8:15

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 22/7

10:15-14:35

1 stop21h 20m

R18 120

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/2

20:35-19:15

2 stops30h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 22/2

21:45-17:20

2 stops35h 35m

R18 136

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

21:30-17:54

2 stops27h 24m

Chicago Midway

Tue 24/3

13:10-21:55

2 stops25h 45m

R18 216

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

23:15-14:15

1 stop22h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/6

10:40-21:25

2 stops27h 45m

R18 281

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

19:50-13:15

2 stops24h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/6

21:21-15:20

2 stops58h 59m

R18 972

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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 R13 184). Flying from Cape Town to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 287). 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 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 2 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Illinois, such as Emirates, KLM, andUnited Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 495 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 495 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 495 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 448 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 495 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 229 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 495 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 209 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 495 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
955 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 495 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

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 22h. Fly via Turkish Airlines, KLM, or United 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 cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Illinois one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Ethiopian Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R4 010. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Cape Town to Illinois for a low price.

  • 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 R13 184). Flying from Cape Town to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 287). 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 2 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 750AverageR17 420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 949AverageR15 925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 323AverageR17 863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR15 786AverageR17 949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR15 970AverageR17 521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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