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$690+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Cape Town (CPT)

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ORD — CPT
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in November or January, booked 4 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$996
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$690
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

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November

Average price

$1,445
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/59:45 amORD - CPT
1 stop20h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/181:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$998
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/59:45 amORD - CPT
1 stop20h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/201:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$1,008
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/59:45 amORD - CPT
1 stop20h 50mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/221:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$1,043
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/109:45 amORD - CPT
1 stop20h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/273:25 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops48h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/16$1,046
This IEagle 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2812:50 pmORD - CPT
1 stop40h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/45:15 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop33h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,049
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/89:45 amORD - CPT
1 stop20h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/201:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$1,053
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/69:45 amORD - CPT
1 stop43h 15mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/201:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$1,057
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/219:45 amORD - CPT
1 stop20h 50mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/291:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$1,059
This Trip.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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/68:20 pmORD - CPT
1 stop31h 30mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/205:15 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop24h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,065
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/69:45 amORD - CPT
1 stop43h 15mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/192:35 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$1,068
This IEagle 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2910:15 amORD - CPT
1 stop21h 20mEthiopian Air
Thu 10/23:25 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops47h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/16$1,072
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/110:15 amORD - CPT
1 stop21h 20mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/81:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/16$1,077

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town that are best for you.

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ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/30

9:45 am-2:35 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/12

1:50 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 50m

$1,106

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/30

9:45 am-2:35 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 2/8

1:50 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 50m

$1,106

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/16

9:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/19

5:15 pm-11:05 am

1 stop24h 50m

$1,124

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/4

11:50 am-11:50 am

1 stop40h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/20

5:15 pm-10:05 am

1 stop24h 50m

$1,144

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/16

10:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/19

1:50 pm-8:40 am

2 stops25h 50m

$1,156

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/28

8:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 2/11

5:15 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$1,165

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/14

9:45 am-2:35 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/25

1:50 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 50m

$1,306

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/7

11:50 am-11:50 am

1 stop40h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/23

5:15 pm-10:05 am

1 stop24h 50m

$1,316

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/5

4:06 pm-8:05 am

2 stops31h 59m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/17

10:10 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$1,319

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/25

11:13 am-7:45 pm

3 stops49h 32m

$718

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Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from O'Hare Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 4 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). 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 ORD to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,965 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
862 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from O'Hare Intl to Cape Town. 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 into for flights to Cape Town from Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 9.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Cape Town. 8 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from Chicago O'Hare Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Cape Town Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl per day.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town in 20h 50m. Fly via Ethiopian Air or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Cape Town is about 8513 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $764 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Ethiopian Air, starting at $910 and $962 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town for 47% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Cape Town 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). 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 8 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Cape Town

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$764Average$1,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$910Average$1,220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$962Average$1,377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,103Average$1,392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$1,265Average$1,699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$1,277Average$1,846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,305Average$1,732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$1,329Average$1,468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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