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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Illinois from R12 000

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 15/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ORD
דצמ' 27 — ינו' 31
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 27 נובמבר 2025.

ה' 25/1220:50CPT - ORD
1 stop21h 05mUnited Airlines
ה' 1/114:30ORD - CPT
1 stop17h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/11R15 960
ה' 25/1214:25CPT - ORD
3 stops29h 27mKenya Airways
ה' 1/18:00ORD - CPT
2 stops45h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 27/11R22 509
ה' 25/1214:25CPT - ORD
3 stops35h 57mMultiple Airlines
ה' 1/18:00ORD - CPT
2 stops45h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11R23 194
ו' 28/1120:50CPT - ORD
1 stop23h 00mUnited Airlines
ו' 12/1218:10ORD - CPT
2 stops32h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/11R23 366
ד' 10/129:00CPT - ORD
1 stop35h 45mMultiple Airlines
ג' 23/1221:50ORD - CPT
2 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/11R26 760
ד' 10/1223:25CPT - ORD
2 stops50h 21mKenya Airways
ג' 23/128:00ORD - CPT
3 stops45h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 27/11R26 880
ד' 10/1214:15CPT - ORD
2 stops30h 55mLufthansa
ג' 23/1218:25ORD - CPT
1 stop32h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 27/11R29 126
ד' 10/1220:50CPT - ORD
2 stops31h 45mDelta
ג' 23/1216:13ORD - CPT
2 stops29h 37mDelta
Deal found 27/11R34 611
ו' 28/117:55CPT - ORD
1 stop39h 15mKLM
ו' 12/1217:20ORD - CPT
1 stop28h 30mKLM
Deal found 24/11R34 783
ד' 10/1223:45CPT - MDW
2 stops26h 33mDelta
ג' 23/1218:08MDW - CPT
2 stops27h 42mDelta
Deal found 27/11R34 817
ד' 10/1223:45CPT - MDW
2 stops26h 33mKLM
ג' 23/1212:45MDW - CPT
2 stops25h 10mKLM
Deal found 27/11R40 937

Cheap 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 27 נובמבר 2025.

Round-trip from

R15 514

One-way from

R12 000

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R20 606
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 29/1-8/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 31m total
  • Cape Town to Illinois
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 15/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 57m total
  • Cape Town to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R25 989 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 057 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Illinois

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Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

ש' 16/5

19:50-10:47

1 stop21h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ה' 4/6

11:15-15:20

1 stop21h 05m

R15 891

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

ה' 14/5

19:50-14:04

2 stops25h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ב' 1/6

14:24-15:20

1 stop17h 56m

R15 891

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

א' 17/5

20:00-18:33

1 stop29h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ד' 3/6

21:13-15:20

1 stop35h 07m

R15 891

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

ו' 15/5

20:00-16:37

1 stop27h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ה' 4/6

14:24-15:20

1 stop17h 56m

R15 891

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

ש' 16/5

19:50-12:41

2 stops23h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ד' 3/6

21:13-15:20

1 stop35h 07m

R15 891

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

ו' 15/5

20:00-13:12

2 stops24h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ג' 2/6

21:45-15:20

2 stops58h 35m

R15 891

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

ה' 14/5

19:50-9:37

1 stop20h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ד' 3/6

21:13-15:20

1 stop35h 07m

R15 891

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

ה' 14/5

19:50-12:41

2 stops23h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ה' 4/6

14:24-15:20

1 stop17h 56m

R15 891

Cape TownSt. Louis

CPT - STL

CPTSTL

Cape Town Intl

ו' 30/1

20:50-10:13

1 stop21h 23m

Lambert-St Louis

ב' 9/2

12:44-16:10

1 stop19h 26m

R17 040

Cape TownSt. Louis

CPT - STL

CPTSTL

Cape Town Intl

ב' 26/1

20:50-10:41

1 stop21h 51m

Lambert-St Louis

ב' 9/2

8:45-16:10

2 stops23h 25m

R17 040

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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 R14 057). Flying from Cape Town to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R17 366). 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 27 נובמבר 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Cape Town to Illinois in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 27 נובמבר 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
1 423 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 423 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 423 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
United Airlines
7,4
Good
9 057 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 423 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 065 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 423 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
902 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 423 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 541 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 423 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Comfort

7,6

Overall

7,7

Food

7,2

Boarding

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

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 21h 57m. 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 Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R12 000. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and KLM, 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 - Lambert-St Louis. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Cape Town Intl - Chicago Midway.

  • 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 R14 057). Flying from Cape Town to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of R17 366). 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 27 נובמבר 2025.
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR14 661AverageR21 087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapestR15 921AverageR16 990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR16 247AverageR19 224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR16 831AverageR19 034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapestR17 028AverageR18 681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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