O'Hare Intl

$635+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in January or November, booked 23 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). 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 agosto 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$945
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$635
(oojo)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,217
From Cape Town Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl
One-way flight from Cape Town Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on agosto 14, 2025.

This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
jue. 10/231:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 25mEthiopian Air
lun. 10/2710:15 amORD - CPT
1 stop21h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/14$945
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
mar. 10/211:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 25mEthiopian Air
lun. 10/2710:15 amORD - CPT
1 stop21h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/14$991
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
vie. 8/158:00 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop25h 33mUnited Airlines
vie. 8/221:12 pmORD - CPT
1 stop20h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12$999
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
mié. 10/227:30 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops28h 52mDelta
mié. 10/295:20 amORD - CPT
1 stop30h 55mDelta
Deal found 8/14$1,004
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
jue. 8/147:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops22h 53mUnited Airlines
jue. 8/2110:43 amORD - CPT
1 stop21h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/14$1,006
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
mar. 10/214:35 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop36h 25mTurkish Airlines
mié. 10/299:20 pmORD - CPT
1 stop31h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/14$1,027
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
mar. 10/211:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 25mEthiopian Air
vie. 10/3110:15 amORD - CPT
1 stop21h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/14$1,037
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
mar. 10/214:35 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop36h 25mTurkish Airlines
sáb. 11/19:20 pmORD - CPT
1 stop31h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/14$1,042
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
jue. 10/231:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 25mEthiopian Air
dom. 11/29:45 amORD - CPT
1 stop43h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/14$1,050
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
jue. 10/231:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 25mEthiopian Air
jue. 10/3010:15 amORD - CPT
1 stop43h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/14$1,054
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
mié. 10/224:35 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop24h 05mTurkish Airlines
dom. 11/211:50 amORD - CPT
1 stop40h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/14$1,057

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

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Cape Town

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O'Hare Intl

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

jue. 10/23

1:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 10/27

10:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$945

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

mar. 10/21

1:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 10/27

10:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$991

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

jue. 10/23

1:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 10/31

10:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$991

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

mié. 10/22

7:30 pm-5:22 pm

2 stops28h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/29

5:20 am-7:15 pm

1 stop30h 55m

$1,004

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

mar. 10/21

4:35 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop36h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/29

9:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 30m

$1,027

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

mar. 10/21

1:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 10/31

10:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$1,037

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

mar. 10/21

4:35 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop36h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 10/31

12:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop40h 00m

$1,042

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

mar. 10/21

4:35 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop36h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 11/1

9:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 30m

$1,042

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

mar. 10/21

4:35 pm-9:40 am

1 stop24h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 11/2

8:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 30m

$1,042

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

jue. 10/23

4:35 pm-9:40 am

1 stop24h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 10/29

9:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 30m

$1,042

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cape Town to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 23 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 Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated agosto 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and Ethiopian Air from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    For a flight from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 9.7 mi from the center of the city. Cape Town Intl is the only Cape Town airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. 3 airlines have flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl from Cape Town Intl on a regular basis.

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

    Currently priced at $820, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $965 and $1,064, respectively. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 27% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 3 airlines flying from Cape Town to O'Hare Intl

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$820Average$875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$965Average$1,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,064Average$1,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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