$880+ 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 8/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CPT
Jun 8 — Jun 151
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 May 9, 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 May 9, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 8/318:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/164:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,088
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Mon 8/318:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/84:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,117
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/318:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/154:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,121
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Mon 8/318:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 9/244:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,128
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 8/3111:25 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop41h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 9/114:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,136
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Mon 8/318:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/144:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,177
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Tue 9/18:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 9/104:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,190
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Mon 8/318:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 9/134:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,196
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Tue 9/18:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 9/164:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,207
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Tue 9/18:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/84:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,208
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 9/711:25 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop41h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/144:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,232
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Tue 9/18:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 9/114:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,233
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 May 9, 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 May 9, 2026.
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 8/3111:25 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop41h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 9/114:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,136
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/27:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop31h 55m
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/257:30 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop26h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,363
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/258:35 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop38h 30m
Emirates
Fri 9/181:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop33h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 5/5![Emirates logo]()
$1,559
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Fri 8/145:10 pm
MDW
- CPT
2 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/2912:20 pm
CPT
- MDW
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,150
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 6/119:17 am
MDW
- CPT
2 stops25h 33m
Delta
Sun 6/218:05 pm
CPT
- MDW
1 stop23h 00m
Delta
Deal found 5/8![Delta logo]()
$2,219
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 8/288:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/154:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,338
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 9/38:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 9/134:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,358
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/24:30 pm
ORD
- CPT
2 stops37h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 6/97:30 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,572
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/48:35 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop38h 30m
Emirates
Wed 9/98:00 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop26h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 5/7![Emirates logo]()
$1,608
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 8/288:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/144:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/5![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,378
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/48:35 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop37h 05m
Emirates
Mon 9/71:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop33h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 5/7![Emirates logo]()
$1,608
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Tue 9/18:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 9/124:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,500
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Sat 8/298:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 9/124:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,515
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Sat 6/1310:55 am
MDW
- CPT
1 stop23h 55m
Delta
Thu 7/2311:15 pm
CPT
- MDW
2 stops26h 03m
Delta
Deal found 5/8![Delta logo]()
$2,256
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 8/1312:46 pm
MDW
- CPT
1 stop22h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/227:00 am
CPT
- MDW
2 stops40h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,327
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Tue 8/188:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/14:35 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop24h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,529
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/56:23 am
MDW
- CPT
2 stops32h 02m
Delta
Fri 6/198:05 pm
CPT
- MDW
1 stop33h 12m
Delta
Deal found 5/6![Delta logo]()
$2,261
Last-minute flights from Chicago to Cape TownDiscover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Cape Town. Data last updated May 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Cape Town. Data last updated May 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/245:00 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop35h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/76:50 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,456
This Billigflug deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Billigflug is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/241:22 pm
MDW
- CPT
2 stops25h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/78:05 pm
CPT
- MDW
1 stop21h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,123
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 6/17:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop34h 50m
Qatar Airways
Tue 6/97:30 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,535
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/27:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop34h 50m
Qatar Airways
Tue 6/97:30 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,529
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 6/115:11 pm
MDW
- CPT
1 stop17h 39m
Delta
Sun 6/218:05 pm
CPT
- MDW
1 stop27h 11m
Delta
Deal found 5/8![Delta logo]()
$2,215
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Sat 6/1310:55 am
MDW
- CPT
1 stop23h 55m
Delta
Thu 7/2311:15 pm
CPT
- MDW
2 stops26h 03m
Delta
Deal found 5/8![Delta logo]()
$2,256
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/236:00 am
ORD
- CPT
2 stops28h 30m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/217:30 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop26h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,532
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/235:11 pm
MDW
- CPT
2 stops23h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/212:15 pm
CPT
- MDW
2 stops33h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,262
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/267:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop39h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 7/61:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,559
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/308:05 pm
ORD
- CPT
2 stops55h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/281:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,482
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Tue 6/307:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop31h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/281:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,497
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Tue 6/307:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop31h 55m
Qatar Airways
Fri 7/101:15 pm
CPT
- ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/7![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,517
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 May 9, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 9, 2026.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/28:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$880
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 8/178:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$882
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 8/176:00 am
MDW
- CPT
3 stops46h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$903
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 8/179:28 am
ORD
- CPT
2 stops43h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$931
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/1112:11 pm
MDW
- CPT
3 stops58h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$949
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/27:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop34h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/7![Qatar Airways logo]()
$970
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 8/29:28 am
ORD
- CPT
2 stops43h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$976
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/118:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$990
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/1210:15 am
ORD
- CPT
1 stop20h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/8![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$1,026
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 5/2410:30 am
MDW
- CPT
2 stops42h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,029
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 6/128:10 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop32h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,039
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/227:20 pm
ORD
- CPT
1 stop34h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,054
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 May 9, 2026.
Most accurate provider | Ovago 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Ovago 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $1,104 (oojo) |
One-way from | $880 (CheapOair) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $1,442 |
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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Cape Town that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 8/31
11:25 am-11:50 am
1 stop41h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 9/11
4:35 pm-9:40 am
1 stop24h 05m
$1,136
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 8/28
8:10 pm-11:50 am
1 stop32h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 9/15
4:35 pm-9:40 am
1 stop24h 05m
$1,338
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 9/3
8:10 pm-11:50 am
1 stop32h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 9/13
4:35 pm-6:15 pm
1 stop32h 40m
$1,358
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 9/2
7:20 pm-10:15 am
1 stop31h 55m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 9/25
7:30 pm-3:05 pm
1 stop26h 35m
$1,363
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 8/28
8:10 pm-11:50 am
1 stop32h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 9/14
4:35 pm-6:15 pm
1 stop32h 40m
$1,378
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 9/1
8:10 pm-11:50 am
1 stop32h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 9/12
4:35 pm-6:15 pm
1 stop32h 40m
$1,500
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 8/29
8:10 pm-11:50 am
1 stop32h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Sat 9/12
4:35 pm-6:15 pm
1 stop32h 40m
$1,515
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 8/18
8:10 pm-11:50 am
1 stop32h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 9/1
4:35 pm-9:40 am
1 stop24h 05m
$1,529
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 8/25
8:35 pm-6:05 pm
1 stop38h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 9/18
1:15 pm-3:45 pm
1 stop33h 30m
$1,559
ChicagoCape Town
ORD - CPT
ORDCPT
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Tue 6/2
4:30 pm-1:10 pm
2 stops37h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 6/9
7:30 pm-4:50 pm
1 stop28h 20m
$1,572
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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 May.
| 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 |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of Ovago to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Ovago Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Ovago >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 Ovago the most. Ovago 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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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 68 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 $739). Flying from Chicago to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,327). 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?
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 May 9, 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.
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,May 2026
SEA - KOA
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Top 6 airlines flying from Chicago to Cape Town
Discover the top 6 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 May 9, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$783 | Average$1,093 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$806 | Average$1,638 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$996 | Average$1,350 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$1,052 | Average$1,261 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$1,103 | Average$1,518 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$1,372 | Average$1,666 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |