What airlines fly to Cape Town?

Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Illinois according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Illinois to Cape Town Intl?

Ethiopian Air is the most popular carrier operating from Illinois to Cape Town Intl

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

Prices for flights from Illinois to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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As of May 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Cape Town Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Cape Town Intl Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cape Town 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 Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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8:10 pm - 11:50 am

ORD

CPT

32h 40m

1 stop

4:35 pm - 9:40 am

CPT

ORD

24h 05m

1 stop

$1,099Turkish Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 29

9:20 pm - 11:50 am

ORD

CPT

30h 30m

1 stop

5:15 pm - 10:05 am

CPT

ORD

24h 50m

1 stop

$1,166Turkish Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 19

12:50 pm - 11:50 am

ORD

CPT

39h 00m

1 stop

5:15 pm - 10:05 am

CPT

ORD

24h 50m

1 stop

$1,175Turkish Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 19

8:10 pm - 11:50 am

ORD

CPT

32h 40m

1 stop

2:00 pm - 9:40 am

CPT

ORD

26h 40m

2 stops

$1,240Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 9

7:20 pm - 10:15 am

ORD

CPT

31h 55m

1 stop

7:30 pm - 3:05 pm

CPT

ORD

26h 35m

1 stop

$1,249Qatar Airways

Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21

7:20 pm - 10:15 am

ORD

CPT

31h 55m

1 stop

7:30 pm - 3:05 pm

CPT

ORD

26h 35m

1 stop

$1,252Qatar Airways

Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Oct 19

7:56 pm - 5:30 pm

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CPT

62h 34m

2 stops

1:15 pm - 11:59 pm

CPT

STL

41h 44m

2 stops

$1,569Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jul 7 - Tue, Jul 14

10:35 am - 6:35 pm

MDW

CPT

24h 00m

1 stop

8:50 pm - 11:56 am

CPT

MDW

23h 06m

1 stop

$1,825Delta

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 26

1:05 pm - 6:35 pm

MDW

CPT

21h 30m

1 stop

8:50 pm - 4:25 pm

CPT

MDW

27h 35m

1 stop

$1,826Delta

Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 20

1:26 pm - 9:25 pm

MDW

CPT

24h 59m

2 stops

12:15 am - 9:46 pm

CPT

MDW

28h 31m

2 stops

$1,997KLM

Tue, Jun 30 - Sun, Sep 27

United Airlines flights from Illinois to Cape Town

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United Airlines

Aug 30

STL12:27 pmLambert-St Louis

21h 43m

1 stop

CPT5:10 pmCape Town Intl

Sep 13

CPT8:00 pmCape Town Intl

47h 40m

2 stops

STL12:40 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,657

United Airlines

Aug 30

STL6:00 amLambert-St Louis

28h 10m

2 stops

CPT5:10 pmCape Town Intl

Sep 13

CPT5:55 pmCape Town Intl

26h 30m

1 stop

STL1:25 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,700

United Airlines

Aug 30

STL10:53 amLambert-St Louis

23h 17m

2 stops

CPT5:10 pmCape Town Intl

Sep 13

CPT5:55 pmCape Town Intl

26h 30m

1 stop

STL1:25 pmLambert-St Louis

$1,705

Delta flights from Illinois to Cape Town

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Delta

Nov 5

MDW10:35 amChicago Midway

24h 00m

1 stop

CPT6:35 pmCape Town Intl

Nov 26

CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl

23h 06m

1 stop

MDW11:56 amChicago Midway

$1,825

Delta

Nov 9

MDW1:05 pmChicago Midway

21h 30m

1 stop

CPT6:35 pmCape Town Intl

Nov 20

CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl

27h 35m

1 stop

MDW4:25 pmChicago Midway

$1,826

Delta

Nov 9

MDW12:30 pmChicago Midway

22h 05m

2 stops

CPT6:35 pmCape Town Intl

Nov 20

CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl

23h 43m

2 stops

MDW12:33 pmChicago Midway

$1,830

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/1

8:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/29

4:35 pm-9:40 am

1 stop24h 05m

$1,099

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/7

9:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop30h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/19

5:15 pm-10:05 am

1 stop24h 50m

$1,166

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/7

12:50 pm-11:50 am

1 stop39h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/19

5:15 pm-10:05 am

1 stop24h 50m

$1,175

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/6

8:10 pm-11:50 am

1 stop32h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

2:00 pm-9:40 am

2 stops26h 40m

$1,240

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/14

7:20 pm-10:15 am

1 stop31h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/21

7:30 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop26h 35m

$1,249

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/16

7:20 pm-10:15 am

1 stop31h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/19

7:30 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop26h 35m

$1,252

St. LouisCape Town

STL - CPT

STLCPT

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 7/7

7:56 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops62h 34m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/14

1:15 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops41h 44m

$1,569

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ChicagoCape Town

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MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

Thu 11/5

10:35 am-6:35 pm

1 stop24h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/26

8:50 pm-11:56 am

1 stop23h 06m

$1,825

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/9

1:05 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/20

8:50 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$1,826

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/30

1:26 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops24h 59m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/27

12:15 am-9:46 pm

2 stops28h 31m

$1,997

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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 September, then departing from Illinois during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $739.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $1,348 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Illinois for as low as $1,154 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Illinois to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Cape Town Intl Airport?
As of May 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Illinois to Cape Town Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cape Town 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 Cape Town Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $783	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,368 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $806	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,455 reviews	Search Delta flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $996	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 999 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,052	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,662 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,103	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,982 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Iberia	PriceFrom $1,321	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,217 reviews	Search Iberia flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,372	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,727 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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