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Cheap flights from Chicago to Cape Town from R13 482

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11:55 - 12:00ORD-CPT
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17:15 - 10:10CPT-ORD
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R16 726Turkish Airlines
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R17 026
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Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to Cape Town

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Turkish Airlines
Feb 3
ORD11:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
40h 05m
1 stop
CPT12:00Cape Town Intl
Feb 12
CPT17:15Cape Town Intl
24h 55m
1 stop
ORD10:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
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Apr 23
ORD11:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
41h 15m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
May 5
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
24h 15m
1 stop
ORD9:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
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Turkish Airlines
Apr 2
ORD19:50Chicago O'Hare Intl
33h 00m
1 stop
CPT11:50Cape Town Intl
Apr 14
CPT16:35Cape Town Intl
32h 20m
1 stop
ORD17:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
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Delta flights from Chicago to Cape Town

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Delta
Mar 1
MDW15:41Chicago Midway
19h 19m
1 stop
CPT19:00Cape Town Intl
Mar 11
CPT21:15Cape Town Intl
22h 21m
2 stops
MDW12:36Chicago Midway
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Delta
Mar 1
MDW11:01Chicago Midway
23h 59m
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CPT19:00Cape Town Intl
Mar 11
CPT21:15Cape Town Intl
32h 12m
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MDW22:27Chicago Midway
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Feb 3
MDW17:05Chicago Midway
17h 55m
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CPT19:00Cape Town Intl
Feb 12
CPT8:05Cape Town Intl
42h 06m
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MDW18:11Chicago Midway
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Cape Town?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Chicago, with most prices found around R21 545. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of February, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R22 295.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as R24 272. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cape Town on Monday is R38 638.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Chicago to Cape Town in the morning for as low as R23 478. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Cape Town, so prices are often more expensive at around R35 072 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Chicago when booking 22 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R26 050 when searching 22 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Chicago for as low as R21 714 on momondo.

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

As of January 2025, prices for Chicago to Cape Town flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to Cape Town

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago to Cape Town according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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R13 482

Fastest flight time

17h 55m

Direct flights

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Airports in Cape Town

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Chicago in the past 72 hours is R13 482. The best return flight deal from Chicago to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R16 726.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Cape Town takes 17h 55m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Cape Town. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Chicago Midway Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Cape Town Intl Airport.
There is 1 airport near Cape Town: Cape Town Intl (CPT)

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

    A flight from Chicago to Cape Town Intl will travel around 13659,5 km. Typically, this will take 17h 55m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Cape Town Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport 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 Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


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United AirlinesPriceFrom R24 156Free CancellationRating
7,4
8 969 reviews
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