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Cheap flights from Chicago to Cape Town from $580

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Turkish Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 11:50 am
ORD
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CPT
32h 40m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 9:40 am
CPT
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ORD
24h 05m
1 stop
$836Turkish Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 11:50 am
ORD
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CPT
32h 40m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 9:40 am
CPT
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ORD
24h 05m
1 stop
$860Turkish Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, May 7
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 11:50 am
ORD
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CPT
31h 30m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 11:05 am
CPT
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ORD
24h 50m
1 stop
$878Turkish Airlines
Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 11:50 am
ORD
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CPT
41h 25m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 9:40 am
CPT
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ORD
24h 05m
1 stop
$879Turkish Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Fri, May 15
Virgin Atlantic Logo
12:47 pm - 7:15 pm
MDW
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CPT
23h 28m
1 stop
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:05 pm - 5:22 pm
CPT
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MDW
28h 17m
1 stop
$1,563Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Mar 19 - Sun, Mar 29
Delta Logo
9:35 am - 7:15 pm
MDW
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CPT
26h 40m
2 stops
Delta Logo
8:05 pm - 5:22 pm
CPT
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MDW
28h 17m
1 stop
$1,577Delta
Thu, Mar 19 - Sun, Mar 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:47 pm - 7:15 pm
MDW
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CPT
23h 28m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:20 pm - 5:22 pm
CPT
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MDW
33h 02m
2 stops
$1,647Multiple Airlines
Sun, Mar 8 - Thu, Apr 9
Delta Logo
9:35 am - 7:15 pm
MDW
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CPT
26h 40m
2 stops
Delta Logo
8:05 pm - 12:29 pm
CPT
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MDW
23h 24m
2 stops
$1,684Delta
Thu, Mar 19 - Sun, Mar 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:47 pm - 10:50 pm
MDW
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CPT
27h 03m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 5:22 pm
CPT
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MDW
38h 27m
2 stops
$1,697Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 9 - Wed, Apr 8
Kenya Airways Logo
6:40 pm - 7:15 pm
MDW
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CPT
40h 35m
1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
9:30 pm - 3:25 pm
CPT
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MDW
24h 55m
1 stop
$1,779Kenya Airways
Fri, Feb 27 - Fri, Mar 13

Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to Cape Town

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Turkish Airlines
Apr 15
ORD8:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
32h 40m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Apr 22
CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl
24h 05m
1 stop
ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$836
Turkish Airlines
Apr 23
ORD8:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
32h 40m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
May 7
CPT4:35 pmCape Town Intl
24h 05m
1 stop
ORD9:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$860
Turkish Airlines
Mar 3
ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 30m
1 stop
CPT11:50 amCape Town Intl
Mar 10
CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl
24h 50m
1 stop
ORD11:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$878

Virgin Atlantic flights from Chicago to Cape Town

Our best Virgin Atlantic deals on Chicago to Cape Town flight tickets
Virgin Atlantic
Mar 19
MDW12:47 pmChicago Midway
23h 28m
1 stop
CPT7:15 pmCape Town Intl
Mar 29
CPT8:05 pmCape Town Intl
28h 17m
1 stop
MDW5:22 pmChicago Midway
$1,563
Virgin Atlantic
Apr 30
MDW5:21 pmChicago Midway
17h 29m
1 stop
CPT5:50 pmCape Town Intl
May 3
CPT8:05 pmCape Town Intl
27h 21m
1 stop
MDW4:26 pmChicago Midway
$2,127

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ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/15

8:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/22

4:35 pm-9:40 am

1 stop24h 05m

$836

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/23

8:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/7

4:35 pm-9:40 am

1 stop24h 05m

$860

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

8:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/10

5:15 pm-11:05 am

1 stop24h 50m

$878

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/7

11:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop41h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/15

4:35 pm-9:40 am

1 stop24h 05m

$879

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

Thu 3/19

12:47 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop23h 28m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/29

8:05 pm-5:22 pm

1 stop28h 17m

$1,563

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

Thu 3/19

9:35 am-7:15 pm

2 stops26h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/29

8:05 pm-5:22 pm

1 stop28h 17m

$1,577

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

Sun 3/8

12:47 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop23h 28m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/9

3:20 pm-5:22 pm

2 stops33h 02m

$1,647

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

Thu 3/19

9:35 am-7:15 pm

2 stops26h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/29

8:05 pm-12:29 pm

2 stops23h 24m

$1,684

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/9

12:47 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops27h 03m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/8

9:55 am-5:22 pm

2 stops38h 27m

$1,697

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

Fri 2/27

6:40 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop40h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 3/13

9:30 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$1,779

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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 March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,095.

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 $1,373 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 $1,098 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

17h 36m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chicago to Cape Town takes 17h 36m
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 17h 36m.

  • 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?

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Cape Town

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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $783Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,219 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $788Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,455 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $806Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,205 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $991Free CancellationRating
7.2
962 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,052Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,294 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $1,103Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,751 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,305Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,308 reviews
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