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$604+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — CPT
Jan 9 — Jan 161
Fri 1/9
Fri 1/16
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 March, booked 4 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Friday

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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 December 10, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/1110:45 amORD - CPT
2 stops27h 10mDelta
Mon 12/159:30 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop25h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/8$1,374
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/1110:45 amORD - CPT
2 stops27h 10mDelta
Sun 12/149:30 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops30h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/8$1,378
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/118:55 amORD - CPT
2 stops29h 00mDelta
Sat 12/1311:45 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop22h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/8$1,405
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 12/1110:45 amORD - CPT
2 stops27h 10mDelta
Wed 12/1711:45 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops30h 58mDelta
Deal found 12/8$1,416
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/88:35 pmORD - CPT
1 stop31h 35mIberia
Sun 12/146:55 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop28h 30mIberia
Deal found 12/8$1,789
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/88:35 pmORD - CPT
1 stop31h 35mIberia
Tue 12/166:55 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops28h 00mIberia
Deal found 12/8$1,812
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/911:47 amORD - CPT
2 stops40h 23mIberia
Tue 12/166:55 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops28h 00mIberia
Deal found 12/8$1,816
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/911:47 amORD - CPT
2 stops40h 23mIberia
Wed 12/178:35 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop26h 50mIberia
Deal found 12/8$1,821
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/88:35 pmORD - CPT
1 stop31h 35mIberia
Mon 12/158:35 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops29h 01mIberia
Deal found 12/8$1,827
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/911:47 amORD - CPT
2 stops40h 23mIberia
Mon 12/158:35 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops30h 48mIberia
Deal found 12/8$1,832

Find 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 December 10, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$972
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$604
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,555
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Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl 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 December 10, 2025.
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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ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/4

11:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop41h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/8

4:40 pm-9:40 am

1 stop24h 00m

$975

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/16

8:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/26

5:15 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$1,095

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/4

7:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop33h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/8

2:00 pm-9:40 am

2 stops26h 40m

$1,103

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/2

9:45 am-2:35 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/11

2:35 pm-8:40 am

2 stops25h 05m

$1,107

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/11

9:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/20

5:15 pm-11:05 am

1 stop24h 50m

$1,115

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/19

8:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/27

5:15 pm-10:05 am

1 stop24h 50m

$1,115

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/4

11:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop41h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/7

4:40 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop32h 35m

$1,115

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/23

9:45 am-2:35 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/30

2:35 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 05m

$1,124

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/24

11:50 am-11:50 am

1 stop40h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/31

5:15 pm-10:05 am

1 stop24h 50m

$1,137

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/12

12:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop40h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/20

5:15 pm-11:05 am

1 stop24h 50m

$1,145

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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 O'Hare Intl to Cape Town in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com 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 O'Hare Intl Airport-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 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 December 5, 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 $775). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,509). 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 December 10, 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 24% 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 December 10, 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
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,088 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,048 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
903 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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. 7 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 Turkish Airlines or Ethiopian Air 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 $972 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town for 45% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Ethiopian Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $731. Lufthansa flights start at $912 while deals on United Airlines start at $1,092 one-way.

  • 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 $775). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,509). 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 7 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Cape Town

Discover the top 7 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 December 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$764Average$1,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$910Average$1,254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$972Average$1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,103Average$1,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,277Average$1,683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,316Average$1,672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$1,445Average$1,708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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