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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Illinois from R10 174

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 24/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ORD
Mar 26 — Apr 21
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 24 February 2026.

Sun 22/220:50
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop26h 41m
United Airlines
Sat 7/310:00
ORD
-
CPT
2 stops22h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/2R14 941
Mon 2/320:50
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop20h 46m
United Airlines
Sun 15/313:09
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop20h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/2R15 021
Mon 2/321:30
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop27h 21m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 15/317:59
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop18h 16m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 23/2R15 085
Mon 2/321:30
CPT
-
MDW
1 stop33h 03m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 15/310:45
MDW
-
CPT
1 stop25h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 23/2R15 117
Thu 8/1019:50
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop19h 52m
United Airlines
Tue 20/1021:15
ORD
-
CPT
2 stops36h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/2R15 933
Thu 8/1019:50
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop34h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 20/1021:19
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop36h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2R16 077
Mon 2/321:30
CPT
-
MDW
2 stops29h 10m
Delta
Sun 15/39:35
MDW
-
CPT
2 stops26h 40m
Delta
Deal found 23/2R16 237
Thu 28/518:25
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops26h 50m
KLM
Thu 4/616:20
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop22h 05m
KLM
Deal found 23/2R16 589
Thu 8/1019:50
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop19h 52m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 20/1021:19
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop36h 51m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 20/2R16 957
Mon 6/49:55
CPT
-
ORD
2 stops30h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 13/420:10
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R17 277
Thu 28/516:35
CPT
-
ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 4/611:25
ORD
-
CPT
1 stop41h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 22/2R17 981
Mon 6/420:25
CPT
-
MDW
2 stops28h 29m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 13/417:21
MDW
-
CPT
1 stop17h 29m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 20/2R19 613

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 24 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R16 589

One-way from

R10 174

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R20 076
KLM
  • KLM
  • 28/5-4/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 55m total
  • Cape Town to Illinois
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 24/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 40m total
  • Cape Town to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R28 783 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 147 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Price

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

10:25-21:25

2 stops28h 00m

R18 061

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/4

16:35-9:40

1 stop24h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 13/4

11:25-11:50

1 stop41h 25m

R18 173

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/4

7:40-14:15

1 stop37h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 13/4

10:15-21:25

2 stops28h 10m

R18 461

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

16:35-9:40

1 stop24h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/6

20:10-11:50

1 stop32h 40m

R18 733

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

17:15-19:25

1 stop33h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 22/3

12:50-11:50

1 stop40h 00m

R19 405

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/4

20:25-17:54

2 stops28h 29m

Chicago Midway

Mon 13/4

17:21-17:50

1 stop17h 29m

R19 613

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

23:25-12:57

2 stops44h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 22/3

7:00-13:35

3 stops47h 35m

R20 140

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/4

20:25-17:54

2 stops28h 29m

Chicago Midway

Mon 13/4

19:16-5:50

2 stops27h 34m

R21 196

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

23:15-18:33

2 stops26h 18m

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/6

9:23-21:25

2 stops29h 02m

R22 972

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/4

23:15-18:40

2 stops26h 25m

Chicago Midway

Mon 13/4

13:23-21:25

2 stops25h 02m

R23 804

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Illinois

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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 118). Flying from Cape Town to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 205). 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 24 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Illinois, such as KLM, United Airlines, andTurkish Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 458 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

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
1 458 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 458 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

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
9 342 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 458 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

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
4 234 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 458 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

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
962 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 458 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

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
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 761 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 458 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

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 22h. Fly via Delta, Turkish Airlines, or Virgin Atlantic 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 R3 989. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways, 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 118). Flying from Cape Town to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R16 205). 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 24 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR13 507AverageR17 332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR14 873AverageR15 826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR15 246AverageR17 773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapestR15 890AverageR17 432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestR16 387AverageR18 348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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