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Cheap flights from Chicago to Cape Town from $648

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Virgin Atlantic Logo
6:45 am - 7:15 pm
ORD
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CPT
28h 30m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:30 pm - 9:10 pm
CPT
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ORD
30h 40m1 stop
$746Virgin Atlantic
dom., feb. 15 - jue., mar. 12
Delta Logo
1:58 pm - 7:15 pm
ORD
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CPT
21h 17m2 stops
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 1:40 pm
CPT
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ORD
24h 10m1 stop
$754Delta
jue., ene. 22 - jue., feb. 5
Delta Logo
2:50 pm - 7:15 pm
ORD
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CPT
20h 25m1 stop
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 10:05 am
CPT
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ORD
20h 35m1 stop
$764Delta
jue., ene. 22 - jue., feb. 5
Virgin Atlantic Logo
10:46 am - 7:15 pm
MDW
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CPT
24h 29m1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:30 pm - 5:29 pm
CPT
-
MDW
27h 59m1 stop
$764Virgin Atlantic
sáb., ene. 31 - dom., feb. 8
Delta Logo
2:38 pm - 5:50 pm
ORD
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CPT
20h 12m1 stop
Delta Logo
8:05 pm - 8:16 pm
CPT
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ORD
31h 11m1 stop
$769Delta
jue., abr. 2 - dom., abr. 12
Kenya Airways Logo
2:38 pm - 7:15 pm
ORD
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CPT
21h 37m1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
8:05 pm - 6:49 pm
CPT
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ORD
29h 44m1 stop
$774Kenya Airways
jue., mar. 19 - dom., mar. 29
KLM Logo
4:20 pm - 9:25 pm
ORD
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CPT
22h 05m1 stop
KLM Logo
11:15 pm - 2:15 pm
CPT
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ORD
22h 00m1 stop
$777KLM
sáb., jun. 13 - jue., jul. 23
KLM Logo
1:26 pm - 9:25 pm
ORD
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CPT
24h 59m2 stops
KLM Logo
7:40 am - 2:15 pm
CPT
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ORD
37h 35m1 stop
$781KLM
jue., abr. 30 - vie., may. 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:49 am - 7:15 pm
MDW
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CPT
24h 26m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 5:45 pm
CPT
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MDW
35h 45m2 stops
$813Multiple Airlines
mié., feb. 18 - mié., mar. 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:18 pm - 5:50 am
MDW
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CPT
51h 32m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:10 pm - 11:56 am
CPT
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MDW
24h 46m2 stops
$1,191Multiple Airlines
vie., abr. 24 - jue., may. 7

Virgin Atlantic flights from Chicago to Cape Town

Our best Virgin Atlantic deals on Chicago to Cape Town flight tickets
Virgin Atlantic
Feb 15
ORD6:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
28h 30m
1 stop
CPT7:15 pmCape Town Intl
Mar 12
CPT9:30 pmCape Town Intl
30h 40m
1 stop
ORD9:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$746
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Virgin Atlantic
Jan 22
MDW10:48 amChicago Midway
24h 27m
1 stop
CPT7:15 pmCape Town Intl
Feb 5
CPT9:30 pmCape Town Intl
27h 59m
1 stop
MDW5:29 pmChicago Midway
$764
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Virgin Atlantic
Feb 17
MDW6:40 pmChicago Midway
40h 35m
1 stop
CPT7:15 pmCape Town Intl
Mar 22
CPT9:30 pmCape Town Intl
32h 01m
1 stop
MDW10:31 pmChicago Midway
$775
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Kenya Airways flights from Chicago to Cape Town

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Chicago to Cape Town flight tickets
Kenya Airways
Mar 19
ORD2:38 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
21h 37m
1 stop
CPT7:15 pmCape Town Intl
Mar 29
CPT8:05 pmCape Town Intl
29h 44m
1 stop
ORD6:49 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$774
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Kenya Airways
Mar 19
ORD9:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
26h 25m
1 stop
CPT7:15 pmCape Town Intl
Mar 29
CPT7:50 amCape Town Intl
39h 53m
2 stops
ORD4:43 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$816
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Cape Town 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 enero 6, 2026.
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ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 2/15

6:45 am-7:15 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 3/12

9:30 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$746

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 1/22

1:58 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops21h 17m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 2/5

9:30 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop24h 10m

$754

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 1/22

2:50 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 2/5

9:30 pm-10:05 am

1 stop20h 35m

$764

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

sáb. 1/31

10:46 am-7:15 pm

1 stop24h 29m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 2/8

9:30 pm-5:29 pm

1 stop27h 59m

$764

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 4/2

2:38 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop20h 12m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 4/12

8:05 pm-8:16 pm

1 stop31h 11m

$769

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 3/19

2:38 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop21h 37m

Cape Town Intl

dom. 3/29

8:05 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop29h 44m

$774

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 6/13

4:20 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 7/23

11:15 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$777

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 4/30

1:26 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops24h 59m

Cape Town Intl

vie. 5/15

7:40 am-2:15 pm

1 stop37h 35m

$781

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

mié. 2/18

10:49 am-7:15 pm

1 stop24h 26m

Cape Town Intl

mié. 3/4

2:00 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops35h 45m

$813

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

vie. 4/24

7:18 pm-5:50 am

2 stops51h 32m

Cape Town Intl

jue. 5/7

6:10 pm-11:56 am

2 stops24h 46m

$1,191

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you are unable to visit Cape Town during the month of April, then departing from Chicago during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,114.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $1,412 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Chicago for as low as $1,228 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

20h 50m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chicago to Cape Town takes 20h 50m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Cape Town. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to Cape Town.
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  • How far is Chicago to Cape Town Intl by plane?

    The distance between Chicago and Cape Town Intl is about 8487.6 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 20h 50m.

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

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

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Cape Town 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 Chicago to Cape Town Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Cape Town?

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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $764Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,152 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $910Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,090 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $995Free CancellationRating
7.2
935 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,103Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,657 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,277Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,137 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,302Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,022 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $1,512Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,434 reviews
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