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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Illinois from R10 192

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 19/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ORD
Jan 9 — Jan 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Illinois

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Best flights from Cape Town to Illinois
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to Illinois that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 10 December 2025.

Thu 28/519:50CPT - ORD
1 stop20h 47mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/613:12ORD - CPT
1 stop19h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12R15 799
Thu 22/121:30CPT - MDW
1 stop32h 52mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 29/112:48MDW - CPT
1 stop22h 27mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/12R16 140
Thu 22/121:30CPT - MDW
2 stops23h 16mDelta
Thu 29/113:26MDW - CPT
2 stops21h 49mDelta
Deal found 7/12R17 180
Fri 13/217:15CPT - ORD
1 stop24h 50mTurkish Airlines
Tue 17/220:20ORD - CPT
1 stop31h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/12R18 185
Fri 13/220:50CPT - ORD
1 stop29h 55mBritish Airways
Tue 17/220:45ORD - CPT
2 stops33h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/12R19 413
Thu 22/114:25CPT - ORD
3 stops30h 49mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/118:25ORD - CPT
3 stops59h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12R20 452
Fri 23/123:45CPT - MDW
2 stops30h 37mKLM
Fri 30/113:26MDW - CPT
2 stops24h 29mKLM
Deal found 9/12R31 547
Thu 22/120:50CPT - ORD
2 stops29h 56mUnited Airlines
Thu 29/113:00ORD - CPT
1 stop19h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/12R15 936
Thu 22/121:30CPT - ORD
1 stop27h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Thu 29/111:15ORD - CPT
1 stop24h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/12R16 140
Tue 12/520:00CPT - STL
2 stops23h 20mUnited Airlines
Sat 20/67:30STL - CPT
2 stops24h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12R17 026
Wed 21/120:50CPT - MDW
2 stops29h 46mDelta
Wed 28/19:50MDW - CPT
2 stops25h 25mDelta
Deal found 9/12R19 856
Tue 12/520:00CPT - STL
1 stop21h 28mUnited Airlines
Thu 25/68:00STL - CPT
2 stops24h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12R17 026
Thu 28/523:15CPT - ORD
2 stops27h 28mDelta
Thu 4/610:10ORD - CPT
2 stops28h 15mDelta
Deal found 8/12R19 992
Sun 10/520:00CPT - STL
2 stops27h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 25/68:25STL - CPT
1 stop23h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12R17 026
Mon 11/519:50CPT - STL
2 stops33h 36mUnited Airlines
Mon 22/67:30STL - CPT
2 stops24h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12R17 026
Thu 28/523:15CPT - MDW
2 stops25h 50mDelta
Thu 4/69:20MDW - CPT
2 stops29h 05mDelta
Deal found 8/12R20 878
Sun 10/520:00CPT - STL
1 stop30h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 20/613:00STL - CPT
1 stop19h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12R17 026
Wed 21/114:00CPT - MDW
2 stops35h 29mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/110:46MDW - CPT
1 stop24h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12R29 247
Sun 10/520:00CPT - STL
1 stop30h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 22/613:00STL - CPT
1 stop19h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12R17 026
Mon 11/519:50CPT - STL
2 stops33h 36mUnited Airlines
Sat 20/613:00STL - CPT
1 stop19h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12R17 026
Fri 15/520:00CPT - STL
2 stops23h 20mUnited Airlines
Sat 20/66:45STL - CPT
2 stops25h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12R17 026
Fri 23/121:30CPT - MDW
1 stop20h 23mDelta
Fri 30/113:26MDW - CPT
2 stops24h 29mDelta
Deal found 9/12R44 790

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 10 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 595

One-way from

R10 192

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R22 617
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 21/1-28/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 55m total
  • Cape Town to Illinois
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Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 19/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R28 068 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 428 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Illinois 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 10 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Illinois that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

19:50-9:37

1 stop20h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/6

13:12-15:20

1 stop19h 08m

R15 799

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

20:50-18:46

2 stops29h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 29/1

13:00-16:10

1 stop19h 10m

R15 936

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

21:30-22:22

1 stop32h 52m

Chicago Midway

Thu 29/1

12:48-19:15

1 stop22h 27m

R16 140

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

21:30-16:55

1 stop27h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 29/1

11:15-19:15

1 stop24h 00m

R16 140

Cape TownSt. Louis

CPT - STL

CPTSTL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

20:00-12:20

2 stops23h 20m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 20/6

7:30-15:20

2 stops24h 50m

R17 026

Cape TownSt. Louis

CPT - STL

CPTSTL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

20:00-10:28

1 stop21h 28m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 25/6

8:00-15:20

2 stops24h 20m

R17 026

Cape TownSt. Louis

CPT - STL

CPTSTL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

20:00-16:55

2 stops27h 55m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 25/6

8:25-15:20

1 stop23h 55m

R17 026

Cape TownSt. Louis

CPT - STL

CPTSTL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

19:50-22:26

2 stops33h 36m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 22/6

7:30-15:20

2 stops24h 50m

R17 026

Cape TownSt. Louis

CPT - STL

CPTSTL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

20:00-19:17

1 stop30h 17m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 20/6

13:00-15:20

1 stop19h 20m

R17 026

Cape TownSt. Louis

CPT - STL

CPTSTL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

20:00-19:17

1 stop30h 17m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 22/6

13:00-15:20

1 stop19h 20m

R17 026

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Illinois

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Illinois from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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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 976). Flying from Cape Town to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R17 265). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Cape Town to Illinois in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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 10 December 2025.
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
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 092 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 088 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
903 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 573 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 431 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Crew

8,3

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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 20h 47m. Fly via United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, or Delta 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 Turkish Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R9 280. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air, 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 976). Flying from Cape Town to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R17 265). 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 10 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 576AverageR19 778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 829AverageR16 892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 153AverageR19 113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR16 733AverageR18 924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR16 929AverageR18 573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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