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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Chicago from R10 774

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23:55 - 16:15CPT-ORD
24h 20m1 stop
19:05 - 11:05ORD-CPT
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British Airways flights from Cape Town to Chicago

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British Airways
Feb 27
CPT22:00Cape Town Intl
28h 45m
1 stop
ORD18:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 6
ORD20:11Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 59m
1 stop
CPT12:10Cape Town Intl
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Jul 11
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
29h 39m
2 stops
ORD17:34Chicago O'Hare Intl
Jul 16
ORD21:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 45m
1 stop
CPT11:00Cape Town Intl
R23 496
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Jul 11
CPT18:55Cape Town Intl
29h 39m
2 stops
ORD17:34Chicago O'Hare Intl
Jul 16
ORD20:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 10m
2 stops
CPT11:00Cape Town Intl
R23 611
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United Airlines flights from Cape Town to Chicago

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United Airlines
Feb 12
CPT18:30Cape Town Intl
46h 31m
2 stops
ORD9:01Chicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 22
ORD21:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
36h 55m
2 stops
CPT18:00Cape Town Intl
R18 090
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United Airlines
Jun 15
CPT18:05Cape Town Intl
48h 21m
2 stops
ORD11:26Chicago O'Hare Intl
Jul 15
ORD15:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
37h 55m
2 stops
CPT12:40Cape Town Intl
R22 465
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Jun 1
CPT20:00Cape Town Intl
27h 48m
1 stop
ORD16:48Chicago O'Hare Intl
Jul 10
ORD13:12Chicago O'Hare Intl
19h 08m
1 stop
CPT15:20Cape Town Intl
R26 094
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Cape Town, with most prices found around R18 415. If you are unable to visit Chicago during the month of November, then departing from Cape Town during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R18 529.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Chicago from Cape Town is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as R20 563. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Wednesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Chicago on Wednesday is R23 609.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Our data shows that the cheapest Cape Town to Chicago flights are usually those with departure times at midday. Our users have found flights to Chicago at midday for as low as R21 052. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around R22 479. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

The best time to book a flight to Chicago from Cape Town is 50 days out, which is when prices tend to be around R22 038. However, in the past 72 hours, people saw flights from Cape Town for as low as R287 546.

How have Cape Town to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2025, prices for Cape Town to Chicago flights are approximately 6% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cape Town to Chicago

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cape Town to Chicago according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best price found

R10 774

Fastest flight time

20h 27m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Chicago

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is R10 774. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R16 524.
The fastest flight from Cape Town to Chicago takes 20h 27m
There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Chicago. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Cape Town Intl Airport - Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Cape Town Intl Airport - Chicago Midway Airport.
There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

  • How far is Cape Town Intl to Chicago by plane?

    Chicago is 13659,5 km away from Cape Town Intl. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 20h 27m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Chicago?

    Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Chicago are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Chicago?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Chicago?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Chicago?


Best airlines flying from Cape Town to Chicago

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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R15 760Free CancellationRating
7,2
771 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom R17 624Free CancellationRating
7,4
8 954 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom R17 643Free CancellationRating
8,0
8 505 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom R18 222Free CancellationRating
7,3
3 908 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom R18 834Free CancellationRating
7,8
1 336 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom R18 904Free CancellationRating
6,6
6 808 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom R20 308Free CancellationRating
8,1
3 343 reviews
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