Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Chicago
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September 17 - September 24
CPT - Chicago
$1,452
$1,007
Round trip
July 28 - August 15
CPT - Chicago
$1,357
$1,008
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November 11 - November 25
CPT - Chicago
$1,364
$1,016
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June 18 - July 9
CPT - Chicago
$1,533
$1,018
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July 14 - August 1
CPT - Chicago
$1,348
$1,018
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July 12 - July 26
CPT - Chicago
$1,345
$1,020
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September 21 - September 28
CPT - Chicago
$1,454
$1,021
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November 8 - November 15
CPT - Chicago
$1,348
$1,021
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July 9 - August 2
CPT - Chicago
$1,366
$1,023
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July 12 - July 27
CPT - Chicago
$1,337
$1,026
Round trip
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Insights for flights from Cape Town to Chicago
How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Chicago
Regular price: $1,255 - $2,014
Prices for flights from Cape Town to Chicago are currently below the regular range.
The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Chicago is between $1255 and $2014. The current lowest deal is $1007 with KLM, for travel from Sep 17-Sep 24.
now $1,007
Low $1,255
High $2,014
The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Chicago
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Chicago is October, with a median price of $1086. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $2369. Prices are generally lower from January to October.
October
Flights from $1,086
November
Flights from $2,369
Direct flights from Cape Town to Chicago
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Turkish Airlines
KLM
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Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Chicago
Thu, Jun 18
CPT - Chicago
Cape Town (CPT) - Chicago (ORD)
$1,533
$1,018
One-way
Fri, Jun 19
CPT - Chicago
Cape Town (CPT) - Chicago (ORD)
United Airlines
$1,552
$1,031
One-way
Sat, Jun 20
CPT - Chicago
Cape Town (CPT) - Chicago (ORD)
Ethiopian Airlines
$1,593
$1,242
One-way
Sun, Jun 21
CPT - Chicago
Cape Town (CPT) - Chicago (ORD)
United Airlines
$1,553
$1,031
One-way
Thu, Jun 25
CPT - Chicago
Cape Town (CPT) - Chicago (ORD)
Ethiopian Airlines
$1,611
$1,374
One-way
Sat, Jul 4
CPT - Chicago
Cape Town (CPT) - Chicago (ORD)
United Airlines
$1,406
$1,039
One-way
Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Chicago
Jun 21 - Jul 4
$1,553 → $1,031
34%
Jun 19 - Jul 3
$1,552 → $1,031
34%
Jun 18 - Jul 9
$1,533 → $1,018
34%
Sep 17 - Sep 24
$1,452 → $1,007
31%
Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Chicago
Cape Town - Chicago route insights
💸 Price insights
Recent fares are above the typical level
Recent fares are above the typical level for the CPT to CHI route.
📅 Best time to fly
Fly in October for the best prices
Historically, October offers the lowest median price at $1086 for CPT to CHI flights.
⏱️ Flight duration
Expect 43h 33m of flight time
Flights from Cape Town to Chicago typically take 43 hours and 33 minutes, including layovers.
✈️ Airlines & availability
Connecting flights only
There are no direct flights. Expect 3 stopovers when flying from CPT to CHI.
🏆 Airline highlight
KLM offers a recent deal at $1007
A recent deal from KLM for CPT to CHI was found at $1007.
🎯 Booking tip
Good prices are uncommon
Historically, only 13% of deals for this route are considered good prices.
Cape Town main airports to depart from
Cape Town International (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport is a good option for flights from Cape Town to Chicago.
📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$1007
Chicago main airports to arrive at
O Hare International (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport is a major hub, offering extensive connections for your flight to Chicago.
📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car, train, or bus)
💸 Flights from ~$1007
Chicago Midway International (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport is a convenient option for reaching downtown Chicago and surrounding areas.
📍 ~15 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car, train, or bus)
💸 Flights from ~$1222
Chicago Rockford International (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport provides an alternative arrival point for the wider Chicago region.
📍 ~120 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$1666
Airports nearby Chicago used as alternative
General Mitchell International (MKE)
Consider MKE for its excellent proximity to Chicago with high-frequency flight options and direct rail access.
📍 ~100 km from Chicago (reachable by rail)
💸 Flights from ~$1502
South Bend International (SBN)
SBN is a close alternative to Chicago, offering direct commuter rail access and easier airport experience.
📍 ~135 km from Chicago (reachable by rail)
💸 Flights from ~$1417
Gerald R. Ford International (GRR)
GRR is a major regional hub, offering a wide range of cabin classes for travelers on Chicago's eastern side.
📍 ~230 km from Chicago (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$1450
Dane County Regional (MSN)
MSN is a reliable regional airport with consistent service and less congestion than major Chicago hubs.
📍 ~200 km from Chicago (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$1269
Fort Wayne International (FWA)
FWA offers stable regional service and is an alternative for travelers in Chicago's southeastern suburbs.
📍 ~240 km from Chicago (reachable by car)
💸 Flights from ~$1623
Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chicago
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$3,127
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$3,242
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$5,879
$3,245
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$3,245
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$3,245
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$5,892
$3,275
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94% AI deal score
$5,853
$3,296
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Chicago, United States
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$6,273
$3,364
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$6,316
$3,364
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94% AI deal score
$6,296
$3,364
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Chicago, United States
94% AI deal score
$6,243
$3,397
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$4,927
$3,009
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$4,947
$3,009
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,153
$3,119
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$4,947
$3,127
Save $1,820
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,372
$3,127
Save $2,245
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$4,985
$3,127
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$4,979
$3,127
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,446
$3,127
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$4,947
$3,127
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,375
$3,127
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$4,989
$3,127
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$4,947
$3,127
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$4,836
$3,144
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,377
$3,153
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,430
$3,240
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,446
$3,242
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,151
$3,242
Save $1,909
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,294
$3,242
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$4,987
$3,245
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$4,947
$3,245
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,446
$3,245
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,383
$3,245
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,446
$3,245
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$4,987
$3,245
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,446
$3,245
Save $2,201
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$4,989
$3,245
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,391
$3,245
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,383
$3,268
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,386
$3,268
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,432
$3,275
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,446
$3,279
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,810
$3,364
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,839
$3,386
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,441
$3,397
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Chicago, United States
93% AI deal score
$5,813
$3,558
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Chicago, United States
92% AI deal score
$6,782
$3,245
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Chicago, United States
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$6,813
$3,245
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$4,836
$3,270
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$5,330
$3,271
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Chicago, United States
92% AI deal score
$6,813
$3,279
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Chicago, United States
92% AI deal score
$4,837
$3,284
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92% AI deal score
$4,894
$3,292
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Chicago, United States
92% AI deal score
$4,947
$3,306
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Chicago, United States
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$5,437
$3,336
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$5,446
$3,364
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$5,450
$3,364
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$3,364
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$3,364
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$3,364
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$3,364
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$5,437
$3,376
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$4,836
$3,381
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$4,869
$3,388
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$5,408
$3,388
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$3,392
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$3,392
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$3,397
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$3,397
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$3,397
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$3,417
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$3,242
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$1,802
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