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Latest Flight Deals from Chicago to Cape Town

Book one-way or return flights from Chicago to Cape Town from as little as NZD 1,201. Choose from the popular airlines below and book your flight today!

  • One way
  • Round-trip
      • ORD09:45
        21h 45m
        1 stop
        CPT14:30
        Fri, May 17|Chicago - Cape Town|Ethiopian Airlines
        NZD 1,201NZD 1,948
        38% OFF
        38% OFF
        NZD 1,948NZD 1,201
      • ORD09:45
        21h 45m
        1 stop
        CPT14:30
        Mon, May 13|Chicago - Cape Town|Ethiopian Airlines
        NZD 1,241NZD 1,948
        36% OFF
        36% OFF
        NZD 1,948NZD 1,241
      • ORD09:45
        21h 45m
        1 stop
        CPT14:30
        Mon, May 6|Chicago - Cape Town|Ethiopian Airlines
        NZD 1,242NZD 1,948
        36% OFF
        36% OFF
        NZD 1,948NZD 1,242
      • ORD09:45
        21h 45m
        1 stop
        CPT14:30
        Fri, May 10|Chicago - Cape Town|Ethiopian Airlines
        NZD 1,245
        NZD 1,245
      • ORD09:45
        21h 45m
        1 stop
        CPT14:30
        Wed, May 1|Chicago - Cape Town|Ethiopian Airlines
        NZD 1,246
        NZD 1,246
      • ORD10:15
        21h 15m
        1 stop
        CPT14:30
        Wed, May 22|Chicago - Cape Town|Ethiopian Airlines
        NZD 1,268
        NZD 1,268
      • ORD09:45
        21h 45m
        1 stop
        CPT14:30
        Mon, May 27|Chicago - Cape Town|Ethiopian Airlines
        NZD 1,275
        NZD 1,275
      • ORD10:15
        21h 15m
        1 stop
        CPT14:30
        Mon, May 20|Chicago - Cape Town|Ethiopian Airlines
        NZD 1,287
        NZD 1,287
      • ORD19:40
        32h 10m
        1 stop
        CPT10:50
        Sun, May 5|Chicago - Cape Town|Qatar Airways
        NZD 1,288
        NZD 1,288
      • ORD19:40
        32h 10m
        1 stop
        CPT10:50
        Fri, May 3|Chicago - Cape Town|Qatar Airways
        NZD 1,356
        NZD 1,356
      • CHI13:00
        3h 5m
        Direct
        CPT14:00
        Sun, May 5|Chicago - Cape Town|Ethiopian Airlines
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Airlines Flying from Chicago to Cape Town

View airlines operating flights from Chicago to Cape Town. Compare prices, find the option that best suits your travel needs, and enjoy a comfortable journey with a trusted airline.

Aeromexico
From NZD 1,121
Delta Air Lines
From NZD 1,124
United Airlines
From NZD 1,160
American Airlines
From NZD 1,177
Volaris
From NZD 1,177
Ethiopian Airlines
From NZD 1,201
Spirit Airlines
From NZD 1,269
Frontier Airlines
From NZD 1,269
Qatar Airways
From NZD 1,288
Turkish Airlines
From NZD 1,362
ANA airlines

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Alternative Routes from Chicago to Cape Town

Discover different routes, airlines, and transfers and find the best alternative flights for your journey from Chicago to Cape Town.

  • Cheapest
    Aeromexico
    ORD
    08:08
    54h 17m
    2 transfer
    CPT
    21:25
    O'Hare International Airport - Cape Town International Airport
    Mon, May 13Aeromexico
    NZD 1,121
  • Frontier Airlines
    MDW
    05:01
    46h 49m
    2 transfer
    CPT
    10:50
    Midway International Airport - Cape Town International Airport
    Sun, May 5Frontier Airlines
    NZD 1,269
  • Frontier Airlines
    MDW
    05:01
    46h 49m
    2 transfer
    CPT
    10:50
    Midway International Airport - Cape Town International Airport
    Sun, May 5Frontier Airlines
    NZD 1,269
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How do I find the cheapest flights?

  • When are flight tickets from Chicago (CHI) to Cape Town (CPT) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Chicago to Cape Town based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much do flights from Chicago (CHI) to Cape Town (CPT) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around NZD 2,907.

  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Cape Town?

    • The distance from Cape Town International Airport to downtown is about 17km. It takes about 30 minutes by taxi.

How to find a cheap flight from Chicago to Cape Town

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Flight Information from Chicago to Cape Town

Cheapest nonstop flight price

NZD 1,201

Off-season for travel

March

Peak season for travel

July

Flight distance

13,684.59km

Popular airline

Cathay Pacific

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