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Cheapest round-trip
$924
Typical prices: $988-$1,248
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 11/18Tue 12/4
CPT - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$609
Typical prices: $608-$1,160
Qatar Airways
Sat 1/27
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
12 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 13% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $1,009 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 21h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to O'Hare Intl (CPT-ORD)

 

Cheap flights from Cape Town to O'Hare Intl with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Wed, Nov 18 - Fri, Dec 4
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:00 pm - 7:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 05m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
6:16 pm - 6:35 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$924Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 1
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:00 pm - 5:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 05m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
6:16 pm - 6:35 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$924Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Jan 19
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:35 pm - 9:40 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 05m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:15 pm - 12:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 50m1 stop Istanbul
$955Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
Delta Logo
8:50 pm - 11:54 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 6:35 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$956Delta
Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 8
Delta Logo
8:50 pm - 2:28 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:27 am - 6:35 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$959Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:50 pm - 8:49 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
8:00 am - 6:35 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$959Virgin Atlantic
Mon, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 22
Delta Logo
8:50 pm - 9:22 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 6:35 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$962Delta
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 21
Delta Logo
8:50 pm - 10:39 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 49m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
6:15 pm - 6:35 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$962Delta
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Jan 19
United Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 9:00 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 10m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 6:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 30m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
$994United Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
United Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 1:54 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 04m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
United Airlines Logo
11:05 am - 6:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 55m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Newark
$994United Airlines

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 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 typically range from $988 to $1,248. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $924, on Virgin Atlantic.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What’s 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 flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% 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

January

Cheapest flight

$609
Beat the crowds with an average 69% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 93% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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

  • 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 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 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 $988 to $1,248, with an average of $1,076 over the past 12 months. Anything below $988 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the $1,076 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $715, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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
    • Ace
    • Dollar

  • 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).

  • 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) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 18% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $988 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,169, a difference of $181.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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 21h 10m, compared with 21h 10m via Newark (EWR) and 22h 44m 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 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 Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

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 are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $988, about $181 less than Sunday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% 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).

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