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Cheapest round-trip
$866
Typical prices: $962-$1,231
Ethiopian Air
Sun 10/7Sun 10/14
CPT - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$628
Typical prices: $610-$1,156
Qatar Airways
Wed 11/7
CPT - ORD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
19 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
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January
Cheapest • 12% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $987 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 20h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to O'Hare Intl (CPT-ORD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cape Town to O'Hare Intl

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 8:15 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
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10:15 am - 2:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$866Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 pm - 8:15 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 am - 2:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$894Ethiopian Air
Fri, Sep 18 - Thu, Oct 1
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:05 pm - 4:37 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
11:29 am - 5:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$962Virgin Atlantic
Fri, Sep 18 - Thu, Oct 1
Delta Logo
8:05 pm - 12:58 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 53m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
8:05 am - 5:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$985Delta
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
United Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 11:48 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 48m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:38 pm - 5:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 32m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
$1,022United Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Oct 13
United Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 2:27 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 27m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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7:50 pm - 5:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 20m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
$1,022United Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Oct 13
United Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 12:59 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 59m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
United Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 5:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 10m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
$1,022United Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
United Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 1:04 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 04m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl New York LaGuardia
United Airlines Logo
9:38 pm - 5:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 32m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
$1,022United Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
United Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 5:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 05m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:35 pm - 5:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 35m1 stop Newark
$1,022United Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Oct 13
United Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 9:38 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 38m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:35 pm - 5:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 35m1 stop Newark
$1,022United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport start at $866. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $962 to $1,231. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $866 on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at $941 round-trip.
  • April ($1,314) and March ($1,247) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 39% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$628
Flight from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to O'Hare Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 15% of one-stop connections

    Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 13% on the Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $988 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,131, a difference of $143. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and River North. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 34% above the route average of $1,065. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 8,513 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,012, which is 30% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 17m, compared with 21h 57m via Newark (EWR) and 22h 18m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 7 hours behind Cape Town (Central Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    · Europcar
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Ace

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $962 to $1,231, with an average of $1,065 over the past 12 months. Anything below $962 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $988 - about $143 less than Wednesday (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 33% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $941 round-trip in that month - typically $373 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

Everything you need to know for your flight from Cape Town to O'Hare Intl

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Cape Town (CPT)
O'Hare Intl (ORD)