Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Cape Town (CPT)
The best prices from Chicago to Cape Town Intl are usually found in January or November, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Friday
How to find the cheapest flight from Chicago (CHI) to Cape Town (CPT)
All the information you need to plan the best CHI to CPT flight in 2022: compare Chicago to Cape Town flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Cape Town.
CHI - CPT Price | $966 - $1,761 |
|---|---|
CPT Temperature | 53.6 - 69.8 °F |
CPT Rainfall | 0.8 - 3.9 inches |
| Popular in | July | High demand for flights, 29% potential price rise |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest in | January | Best time to find cheap flights, 23% potential price drop |
| Round-trip from | $966 | From Chicago (CHI) to Cape Town Intl |
| One-way from | $747 | One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Cape Town Intl |
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Cape Town?
Wednesday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Chicago to Cape Town. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Cape Town.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Cape Town?
When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 51 days in advance, which can save you up to 8% on flights from Chicago to Cape Town compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 51 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $1,308. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $1,308.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Cape Town?
Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Chicago. Users have commonly found prices around $1,248 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $869. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Cape Town (CHI - CPT)?
It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Cape Town in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.
Cheap flights from Chicago to Cape Town in September, October 2022
The best prices found for CHI to CPT flights for September, October
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Cape Town Intl
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40h 35mCape Town Intl
Chicago O'Hare Intl
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31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Cape Town Intl
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23h 00mCape Town Intl
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37h 55mKLM
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Cape Town Intl
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29h 16mCape Town Intl
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21h 50mKLM
Chicago to Cape Town 2022 flight deals
Cheap flights to Cape Town from Chicago found for this year
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Cape Town Intl
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40h 20mCape Town Intl
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Chicago O'Hare Intl
Cape Town Intl
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40h 20mCape Town Intl
Chicago O'Hare Intl
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31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Cape Town Intl
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30h 20mCape Town Intl
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31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Cheap Delta flights from Chicago to Cape Town
Chicago Midway
Cape Town Intl
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27h 50mCape Town Intl
Chicago Midway
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30h 16mDelta
Chicago Midway
Cape Town Intl
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28h 15mCape Town Intl
Chicago Midway
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25h 32mDelta
Chicago Midway
Cape Town Intl
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27h 10mCape Town Intl
Chicago Midway
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25h 32mDelta
Cheap Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to Cape Town
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Cape Town Intl
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40h 20mCape Town Intl
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23h 35mTurkish Airlines
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Cape Town Intl
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40h 20mCape Town Intl
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31h 40mTurkish Airlines
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Last minute flights from Chicago to Cape Town
Late deals on return flights to Cape Town from Chicago, departing today and this week
Chicago Midway
Cape Town Intl
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25h 16mCape Town Intl
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30h 04mDelta
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29h 39mCape Town Intl
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25h 16mCape Town Intl
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One-way flights to Cape Town from Chicago
The cheapest one-way flights from Chicago to Cape Town
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Cape Town Intl
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30h 25mTurkish Airlines
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Cape Town Intl
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29h 45mMultiple Airlines
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Cape Town Intl
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29h 00mSWISS
Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about Chicago to Cape Town flights.
What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Chicago?
Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 9.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Chicago to Cape Town. 13 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Chicago to Cape Town Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day.
Which airlines flying from Chicago to Cape Town Intl have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?
Delta, Turkish Airlines, and United Airlines are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.
Can I find flights from Chicago to Cape Town for under $800 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Cape Town for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $735, but on average you can expect to pay $912.
Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Cape Town for under $1,700?
There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than $1,700.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Cape Town round-trip?
According to our current data, Turkish Airlines ($854), SWISS ($987), and Lufthansa ($1,014) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Cape Town. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 31% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Cape Town one-way?
The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to Cape Town are Turkish Airlines ($595), SWISS ($669), and Lufthansa ($670).
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Cape Town?
When booking a flight from Chicago to Cape Town, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Air France or British Airways as they are the most popular for this route.
What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Cape Town?
On average you can expect to pay $2,246 for a flight from Chicago to Cape Town. The cheapest flight overall is $879 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cape Town Intl) is currently priced at $854.