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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Chicago from $631

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6:40 am - 2:10 pmCPT-ORD
39h 30m2 stops
Logo
7:15 am - 10:05 pmORD-CPT
30h 50m2 stops
$842
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Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 30
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 8:15 amCPT-ORD
25h 25m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 am - 2:35 pmORD-CPT
21h 20m1 stop
$887Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 22
United Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 9:36 amCPT-ORD
20h 36m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 3:20 pmORD-CPT
22h 20m1 stop
$929United Airlines
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Tue, Oct 14 - Thu, Oct 30
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 6:25 pmCPT-ORD
33h 10m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 11:50 amORD-CPT
31h 30m1 stop
$981Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 30
United Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 2:14 pmCPT-ORD
25h 24m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
10:43 am - 3:20 pmORD-CPT
21h 37m1 stop
$982United Airlines
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Mon, Aug 18 - Thu, Aug 28
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 9:12 pmCPT-ORD
31h 42m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:50 pm - 12:05 pmORD-CPT
33h 15m2 stops
$998Delta
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Sun, Nov 23 - Sun, Dec 7
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 1:51 pmCPT-ORD
24h 21m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:15 am - 7:15 pmORD-CPT
25h 00m1 stop
$999Delta
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Mon, Dec 22 - Wed, Dec 31
KLM Logo
11:15 pm - 2:40 pmCPT-ORD
22h 25m1 stop
KLM Logo
4:15 pm - 9:10 pmORD-CPT
21h 55m1 stop
$1,007KLM
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Sun, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 21
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 9:40 amCPT-ORD
24h 05m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 11:50 amORD-CPT
33h 00m1 stop
$1,054Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 22
KLM Logo
6:25 pm - 2:40 pmCPT-ORD
27h 15m2 stops
KLM Logo
1:00 pm - 9:10 pmORD-CPT
25h 10m2 stops
$1,071KLM
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Sun, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 21

United Airlines flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best United Airlines deals on Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
United Airlines
Oct 14
CPT8:00 pmCape Town Intl
20h 36m
1 stop
ORD9:36 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 30
ORD10:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
22h 20m
1 stop
CPT3:20 pmCape Town Intl
$929
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United Airlines
Aug 18
CPT7:50 pmCape Town Intl
25h 24m
2 stops
ORD2:14 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 28
ORD10:43 amChicago O'Hare Intl
21h 37m
1 stop
CPT3:20 pmCape Town Intl
$982
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United Airlines
Aug 18
CPT7:50 pmCape Town Intl
32h 50m
2 stops
ORD9:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 28
ORD2:32 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 48m
1 stop
CPT3:20 pmCape Town Intl
$994
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Delta flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best Delta deals on Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
Delta
Nov 23
CPT9:30 pmCape Town Intl
31h 42m
1 stop
ORD9:12 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 7
ORD6:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
33h 15m
2 stops
CPT12:05 pmCape Town Intl
$998
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Delta
Dec 22
CPT9:30 pmCape Town Intl
24h 21m
1 stop
ORD1:51 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 31
ORD10:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
25h 00m
1 stop
CPT7:15 pmCape Town Intl
$999
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Delta
Dec 22
CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl
32h 04m
2 stops
ORD8:54 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 31
ORD5:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
29h 15m
2 stops
CPT6:45 amCape Town Intl
$1,008
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated August 1, 2025.
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Price

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/13

6:40 am-2:10 pm

2 stops39h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/30

7:15 am-10:05 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$842

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/18

1:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/22

10:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$887

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/14

8:00 pm-9:36 am

1 stop20h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/30

10:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$929

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/13

5:15 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop33h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/30

8:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 30m

$981

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/18

7:50 pm-2:14 pm

2 stops25h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/28

10:43 am-3:20 pm

1 stop21h 37m

$982

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/23

9:30 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop31h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/7

6:50 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops33h 15m

$998

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/22

9:30 pm-1:51 pm

1 stop24h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

10:15 am-7:15 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$999

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/14

11:15 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop22h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/21

4:15 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$1,007

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/18

4:35 pm-9:40 am

1 stop24h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/22

7:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop33h 00m

$1,054

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/14

6:25 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops27h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/21

1:00 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops25h 10m

$1,071

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Cape Town and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The month of February is another great option to travel to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with average flight prices from Cape Town averaging around $965.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $934. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from Cape Town because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,662.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Flying to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Cape Town in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $1,007 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $1,436. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for around $1,127 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Cape Town for as low as $875 on momondo.

How have Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights are approximately 16% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (CPT to ORD) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$631

Fastest flight time

20h 36m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is $631. The best round-trip flight deal from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $842.
The fastest flight from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 20h 36m
There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Cape Town Intl Airport - Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.
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  • How far is Cape Town Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl by plane?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl is 8503.4 mi away from Cape Town Intl. Typically, this will take 20h 36m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Best airlines flying from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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Free Cancellation
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $820Free CancellationRating
7.2
803 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $965Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,983 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,064Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,904 reviews
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