$760+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Cape Town (CPT)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CPT
Oct 18 — Oct 251
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Cape TownExplore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 18, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 18, 2026.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/259:15 pm -
1 stop42h 45m
Mon 11/912:55 am -
1 stop25h 25m
Deal found 9/16![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,103
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/911:45 am -
1 stop27h 15m
Tue 11/175:15 pm -
1 stop33h 05m
Deal found 9/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,122
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/911:45 am -
1 stop27h 15m
Tue 11/1712:55 am -
1 stop41h 05m
Deal found 9/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,151
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/289:15 pm -
2 stops58h 20m
Tue 11/312:55 am -
1 stop42h 05m
Deal found 9/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,179
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2810:59 am -
1 stop24h 36m
Tue 11/312:30 am -
2 stops30h 03m
Deal found 9/13![Delta logo]()
$1,817
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/91:05 pm -
1 stop21h 30m
Tue 11/178:50 pm -
1 stop27h 28m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$1,826
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/305:05 pm -
1 stop17h 30m
Thu 1/148:50 pm -
2 stops28h 00m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$1,831
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/251:27 pm -
2 stops22h 08m
Tue 11/108:50 pm -
1 stop21h 34m
Deal found 9/14![Delta logo]()
$1,839
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/104:19 pm -
1 stop18h 31m
Wed 10/2111:15 pm -
2 stops30h 18m
Deal found 9/16![Delta logo]()
$1,867
Best flights from Chicago to Cape TownDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 18, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Chicago to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 18, 2026.
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/811:45 am -
1 stop27h 15m
Thu 2/115:15 pm -
1 stop33h 05m
Deal found 9/16![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,181
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/309:58 am -
1 stop24h 37m
Tue 1/128:50 pm -
1 stop21h 02m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$1,826
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/128:15 pm -
1 stop42h 45m
Wed 11/182:00 pm -
2 stops36h 20m
Deal found 9/17![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,207
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/108:15 pm -
1 stop42h 45m
Thu 1/145:15 pm -
1 stop33h 05m
Deal found 9/14![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,223
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/58:15 pm -
2 stops58h 20m
Mon 3/1512:55 am -
1 stop41h 05m
Deal found 9/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,247
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/18:15 pm -
2 stops58h 20m
Fri 2/192:00 pm -
2 stops36h 20m
Deal found 9/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,263
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/271:00 pm -
2 stops21h 35m
Sun 2/78:50 pm -
2 stops28h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Delta logo]()
$1,831
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/278:15 pm -
2 stops58h 20m
Sun 2/75:15 pm -
1 stop33h 05m
Deal found 9/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/313:30 pm -
1 stop19h 05m
Thu 1/148:50 pm -
2 stops28h 00m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$1,831
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/511:45 am -
1 stop27h 15m
Mon 3/152:00 pm -
2 stops36h 20m
Deal found 9/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/55:59 pm -
2 stops40h 36m
Tue 3/168:50 pm -
1 stop26h 35m
Deal found 9/16![Delta logo]()
$1,841
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/55:59 pm -
2 stops40h 36m
Mon 3/158:50 pm -
2 stops28h 47m
Deal found 9/17![Delta logo]()
$1,841
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/255:09 pm -
1 stop18h 26m
Tue 11/108:50 pm -
1 stop23h 09m
Deal found 9/17![Delta logo]()
$1,851
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/57:01 pm -
2 stops27h 49m
Fri 10/168:05 pm -
2 stops23h 42m
Deal found 9/16![Delta logo]()
$1,871
Last-minute flights from Chicago to Cape TownDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Cape Town. Data last updated September 18, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Cape Town. Data last updated September 18, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/34:30 pm -
1 stop18h 20m
Fri 10/911:15 pm -
2 stops30h 18m
Deal found 9/17![Delta logo]()
$1,891
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/104:19 pm -
1 stop18h 31m
Wed 10/2111:15 pm -
2 stops30h 18m
Deal found 9/16![Delta logo]()
$1,867
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/244:19 pm -
1 stop19h 16m
Fri 11/612:30 am -
2 stops25h 30m
Deal found 9/14![Delta logo]()
$1,892
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/259:15 pm -
1 stop42h 45m
Mon 11/912:55 am -
1 stop25h 25m
Deal found 9/16![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,103
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/251:27 pm -
2 stops22h 08m
Tue 11/108:50 pm -
1 stop21h 34m
Deal found 9/14![Delta logo]()
$1,839
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/289:15 pm -
2 stops58h 20m
Tue 11/312:55 am -
1 stop42h 05m
Deal found 9/13![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,179
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2810:59 am -
1 stop24h 36m
Tue 11/312:30 am -
2 stops30h 03m
Deal found 9/13![Delta logo]()
$1,817
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3012:45 pm -
1 stop27h 15m
Fri 11/65:15 pm -
1 stop25h 45m
Deal found 9/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,191
One-way flights from Chicago to Cape TownSearch for one-way flight options from Chicago to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 18, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 18, 2026.
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1711:45 am -
1 stop40h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$760
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/63:55 pm -
2 stops31h 45m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$764
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/112:45 pm -
1 stop26h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/17![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$770
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/258:15 pm -
1 stop31h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$780
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/3112:45 pm -
1 stop40h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$799
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/46:30 pm -
3 stops56h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$800
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected ” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/236:50 pm -
3 stops59h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$803
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/256:50 pm -
3 stops58h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$804
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2311:45 am -
1 stop27h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$808
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/317:50 pm -
3 stops58h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$815
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/278:15 pm -
1 stop31h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$818
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/46:16 am -
3 stops45h 49m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$937
Find flight deals from Chicago to Cape Town
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 18, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $1,103 (Gotogate) |
One-way from | $760 (Justfly.com) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $1,494 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Cape Town 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Cape Town that are best for you.
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ChicagoCape Town
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 11/17
11:45 am-12:05 pm
1 stop40h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-4:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$760
ChicagoCape Town
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 12/6
3:55 pm-7:40 am
2 stops31h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-4:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$764
ChicagoCape Town
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 12/6
8:15 pm-11:00 pm
1 stop42h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-4:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$778
ChicagoCape Town
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 11/29
8:15 pm-11:00 pm
1 stop42h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-4:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$808
ChicagoCape Town
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 11/23
11:45 am-11:00 pm
1 stop27h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-4:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$808
ChicagoCape Town
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 11/29
8:10 pm-7:35 am
3 stops51h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-4:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$822
ChicagoCape Town
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 11/28
8:15 pm-12:05 pm
1 stop31h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-4:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$848
ChicagoCape Town
MDW Chicago Midway - CPT Cape Town Intl
MDWCPT
Chicago Midway
Wed 11/4
6:16 am-12:05 pm
3 stops45h 49m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-4:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$937
ChicagoCape Town
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 2/8
11:45 am-11:00 pm
1 stop27h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 2/11
5:15 pm-6:20 pm
1 stop33h 05m
$1,181
ChicagoCape Town
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 11/12
8:15 pm-11:00 pm
1 stop42h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 11/18
2:00 pm-6:20 pm
2 stops36h 20m
$1,207
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Compare providers for flights from Chicago to Cape Town
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Cape Town in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Cape Town?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Cape Town (average of $1,100). Flying from Chicago to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,900). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Cape Town?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Chicago to Cape Town flights typically cost between $1,386 and $1,870 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $1,103 on Turkish Airlines (Oct 25-Nov 9).
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Chicago to Cape Town?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Chicago to Cape Town chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Amsterdam (AMS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Cape Town on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Chicago to Cape Town?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Chicago to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
London (LHR) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $1,335.
What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to Cape Town?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Cape Town, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 22h 15m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Chicago to Cape Town?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 06m.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Cape Town?
The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 55 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated September 18, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Cape Town, such as Delta,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJennifer,Sep 2026
ORD - LGA
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJennifer,Sep 2026
ORD - LGA
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJennifer,Sep 2026
ORD - LGA
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJennifer,Sep 2026
ORD - LGA
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJennifer,Sep 2026
ORD - LGA
Entertainment
7.8
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayJennifer,Sep 2026
ORD - LGA
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Top 8 airlines flying from Chicago to Cape Town
Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Cape Town. 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 18, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$788 | Average$2,066 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$795 | Average$1,638 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$948 | Average$1,151 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,046 | Average$1,282 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$1,175 | Average$1,731 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$1,321 | Average$1,470 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,374 | Average$1,901 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$1,380 | Average$2,016 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |