$667+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Cape Town (CPT)
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 3/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CPT
Mar 1 — Mar 81
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 January 30, 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 January 30, 2026.
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/258:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 3/45:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/28![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$988
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Sun 4/268:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 5/64:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/29![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,009
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/411:50 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop40h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 3/185:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/28![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,016
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/29:45 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop20h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 2/151:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops25h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,019
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/119:45 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop20h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 2/221:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops25h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,024
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/98:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 4/154:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/27![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,026
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/38:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 5/84:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/28![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,027
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/239:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 4/134:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/28![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,028
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/48:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 10/134:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop36h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/28![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,029
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 9/1611:50 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop29h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 9/244:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/29![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,031
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/2211:50 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop40h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/105:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/29![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,035
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/511:50 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop40h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/175:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/28![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,041
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 January 30, 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 January 30, 2026.
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/29:45 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop20h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/101:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops25h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,070
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/258:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/42:00 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,105
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 4/138:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 4/164:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/27![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,119
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/41:02 pm
ORD
- CPT
2 stops20h 58m
United Airlines
Wed 3/188:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops23h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28![United Airlines logo]()
$1,274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/210:46 am
MDW
- CPT
1 stop24h 29m
Delta
Sun 2/159:30 pm
CPT
- MDW
1 stop20h 24m
Delta
Deal found 1/28![Delta logo]()
$1,375
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/510:49 am
MDW
- CPT
1 stop24h 26m
Virgin Atlantic
Mon 3/99:30 pm
CPT
- MDW
1 stop26h 52m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/28![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,375
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/289:45 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop20h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 3/71:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops25h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,099
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/239:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/302:00 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,169
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/28:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 3/85:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/28![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,233
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/252:00 pm
ORD
- CPT
2 stops20h 00m
United Airlines
Wed 3/48:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops23h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28![United Airlines logo]()
$1,280
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/278:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 3/165:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/29![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,245
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/51:29 pm
MDW
- CPT
2 stops21h 46m
Delta
Mon 3/99:30 pm
CPT
- MDW
2 stops27h 24m
Delta
Deal found 1/28![Delta logo]()
$1,380
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/412:45 pm
MDW
- CPT
1 stop22h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 3/188:50 pm
CPT
- MDW
2 stops28h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/28![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,421
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/278:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/163:20 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops26h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,321
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1810:15 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 3/232:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
3 stops30h 59m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,329
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 3/161:10 pm
MDW
- CPT
2 stops23h 05m
Delta
Tue 3/249:30 pm
CPT
- MDW
2 stops42h 23m
Delta
Deal found 1/29![Delta logo]()
$1,392
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 3/151:10 pm
MDW
- CPT
2 stops23h 05m
Delta
Tue 3/249:30 pm
CPT
- MDW
2 stops42h 23m
Delta
Deal found 1/29![Delta logo]()
$1,392
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/41:49 pm
MDW
- CPT
2 stops21h 26m
Delta
Wed 3/1811:45 pm
CPT
- MDW
2 stops40h 08m
Delta
Deal found 1/28![Delta logo]()
$1,427
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 3/1610:45 am
MDW
- CPT
1 stop25h 30m
Delta
Mon 3/237:55 am
CPT
- MDW
2 stops55h 58m
Delta
Deal found 1/29![Delta logo]()
$1,436
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Tue 3/177:20 pm
MDW
- CPT
2 stops40h 55m
Delta
Mon 3/237:55 am
CPT
- MDW
2 stops64h 59m
Delta
Deal found 1/29![Delta logo]()
$1,441
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 3/182:05 pm
MDW
- CPT
2 stops22h 10m
Delta
Mon 3/237:55 am
CPT
- MDW
2 stops59h 34m
Delta
Deal found 1/29![Delta logo]()
$1,441
Last-minute flights from Chicago to Cape TownDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Cape Town. Data last updated January 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Cape Town. Data last updated January 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/29:45 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop20h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 2/151:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops25h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,019
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/210:46 am
MDW
- CPT
1 stop24h 29m
Delta
Sun 2/159:30 pm
CPT
- MDW
1 stop20h 24m
Delta
Deal found 1/28![Delta logo]()
$1,375
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/119:45 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop20h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 2/221:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops25h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,024
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/219:45 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop20h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 2/281:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops25h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,099
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/2211:50 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop40h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 3/105:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/29![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,035
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/258:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 3/45:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/28![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$988
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/258:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/42:00 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,105
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/289:45 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop20h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 3/81:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
2 stops25h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/28![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,115
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/288:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 3/125:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/28![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,132
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2811:50 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop40h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 3/75:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/29![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,139
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2811:50 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop40h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 3/115:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop33h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/28![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,153
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/286:00 am
MDW
- CPT
1 stop29h 15m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 3/78:50 pm
CPT
- MDW
2 stops27h 32m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/29![Virgin Atlantic logo]()
$1,921
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 January 30, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated January 30, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/232:30 pm
ORD
- CPT
3 stops48h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$667
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 3/152:30 pm
ORD
- CPT
3 stops41h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$699
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 2/151:30 pm
ORD
- CPT
3 stops44h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$726
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 2/91:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
3 stops44h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$749
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 3/112:30 pm
ORD
- CPT
3 stops43h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$755
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 3/157:30 am
MDW
- CPT
3 stops43h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$786
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/156:50 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop38h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/29![Qatar Airways logo]()
$800
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/911:50 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop40h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/29![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$803
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/119:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop31h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/29![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$804
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/158:05 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop31h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/29![Qatar Airways logo]()
$827
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 2/159:04 pm
MDW
- CPT
3 stops49h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$852
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/237:25 am
MDW
- CPT
2 stops40h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$892
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 January 30, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $988 (IEagle) |
One-way from | $667 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $1,377 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Cape Town that are best for you.
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Chicago
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Cape Town
Route
Depart
Return
Price
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 3/2
9:45 am-2:35 pm
1 stop20h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 3/10
1:50 pm-8:40 am
2 stops25h 50m
$1,070
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 2/28
9:45 am-2:35 pm
1 stop20h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 3/7
1:50 pm-7:40 am
2 stops25h 50m
$1,099
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 2/25
8:20 pm-11:50 am
1 stop31h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 3/4
2:00 pm-10:05 am
2 stops28h 05m
$1,105
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 4/13
8:10 pm-11:50 am
1 stop32h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 4/16
4:35 pm-9:40 am
1 stop24h 05m
$1,119
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 3/23
9:20 pm-11:50 am
1 stop31h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 3/30
2:00 pm-9:40 am
2 stops26h 40m
$1,169
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 3/2
8:20 pm-11:50 am
1 stop31h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 3/8
5:15 pm-7:25 pm
1 stop33h 10m
$1,233
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 2/27
8:20 pm-11:50 am
1 stop31h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 3/16
5:15 pm-7:25 pm
1 stop33h 10m
$1,245
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 3/4
1:02 pm-6:00 pm
2 stops20h 58m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 3/18
8:50 pm-1:22 pm
2 stops23h 32m
$1,274
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 2/25
2:00 pm-6:00 pm
2 stops20h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 3/4
8:50 pm-11:51 am
2 stops23h 01m
$1,280
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 2/27
8:20 pm-11:50 am
1 stop31h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 3/16
3:20 pm-11:05 am
2 stops26h 45m
$1,321
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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 January.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars |
- 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.
Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Cape Town
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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ORD-CPT
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Cape Town?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.
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 60 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Cape Town?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Cape Town (average of $777). Flying from Chicago to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,398). 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.
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 January 30, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Cape Town, such as Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
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Top 7 airlines flying from Chicago to Cape Town
Discover the top 7 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 30, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$764 | Average$1,093 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$788 | Average$1,708 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$806 | Average$1,599 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$995 | Average$1,368 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$1,052 | Average$1,254 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$1,103 | Average$1,408 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$1,318 | Average$1,676 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |