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$559+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Illinois

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 12/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ORD
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$861
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$559
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,001
From Cape Town Intl to Illinois
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Tue 11/181:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 50mEthiopian Air
Mon 11/249:45 amORD - CPT
1 stop20h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/14$861
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Tue 11/181:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 11/289:45 amORD - CPT
1 stop20h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/14$912
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/199:00 amCPT - ORD
1 stop39h 20mSWISS
Fri 11/286:50 pmORD - CPT
1 stop28h 40mSWISS
Deal found 9/14$920
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 11/178:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/254:20 pmORD - CPT
1 stop17h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$936
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/137:50 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop28h 30mSWISS
Wed 12/36:50 pmORD - CPT
2 stops28h 50mSWISS
Deal found 9/14$946
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/199:00 amCPT - ORD
1 stop39h 20mSWISS
Thu 11/279:35 pmORD - CPT
2 stops49h 55mSWISS
Deal found 9/14$948
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 11/231:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 50mEthiopian Air
Fri 11/289:45 amORD - CPT
1 stop20h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/14$963
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 11/205:15 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop24h 50mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/278:20 pmORD - CPT
1 stop31h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/14$964
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 11/201:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/279:45 amORD - CPT
1 stop43h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/14$967
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/207:50 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop28h 30mSWISS
Fri 11/286:50 pmORD - CPT
1 stop28h 40mSWISS
Deal found 9/14$976
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sun 9/148:00 pmCPT - STL
2 stops25h 19mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/2411:05 amSTL - CPT
2 stops23h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$1,014
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 11/209:30 pmCPT - MDW
1 stop22h 22mDelta
Thu 11/275:34 pmMDW - CPT
2 stops28h 16mDelta
Deal found 9/14$1,018

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Illinois 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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Illinois that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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Illinois

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/21

2:35 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/26

9:45 am-2:35 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$912

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/29

8:50 pm-11:57 am

1 stop22h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/5

1:36 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop20h 24m

$936

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/21

8:50 pm-6:31 pm

1 stop29h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/28

3:07 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop18h 53m

$936

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/20

9:30 pm-11:52 am

1 stop22h 22m

Chicago Midway

Thu 11/27

5:34 pm-5:50 am

2 stops28h 16m

$1,018

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/29

11:45 pm-8:40 am

2 stops39h 55m

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/5

5:09 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop18h 06m

$1,018

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/31

11:45 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/7

5:20 pm-5:50 am

1 stop28h 30m

$1,021

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/20

5:15 pm-10:05 am

1 stop24h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/24

8:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 30m

$1,024

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/19

11:45 pm-6:08 pm

2 stops26h 23m

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/26

1:14 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops24h 41m

$1,028

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/31

7:55 am-12:17 pm

2 stops35h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/7

5:20 pm-5:50 am

1 stop28h 30m

$1,029

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/11

5:15 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop33h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/15

12:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop40h 00m

$1,055

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Illinois

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Illinois?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Cape Town to Illinois 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 Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated September 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and Ethiopian Air from Cape Town to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. 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
7,954 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
861 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Illinois. 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 from for flights from Cape Town to Illinois?

    Located just 9.7 mi from the city center, Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Illinois from Cape Town.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Illinois?

    Departing from Cape Town to Illinois will take you 22h 07m. The distance between Cape Town and Illinois is about 8513 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cape Town to Illinois?

    The most popular route from Cape Town to Illinois is Cape Town Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - Chicago Midway or Cape Town Intl - Lambert-St Louis.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Illinois that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Illinois?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Illinois?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Cape Town to Illinois 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 Illinois

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Illinois. 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$820Average$875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$955Average$1,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$965Average$1,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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