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Cheapest round-trip
$986
Typical prices: $1,221-$1,885
Turkish Airlines
Sat 2/10Thu 2/22
ORD - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$668
Typical prices: $934-$1,484
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/3
ORD - CPT • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
14 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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April
Cheapest • 24% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $1,233 (round-trip)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 19h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Cape Town (ORD-CPT)

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

Wed, Feb 10 - Mon, Feb 22
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 12:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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5:15 pm - 6:20 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
33h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$986Turkish Airlines
Fri, Feb 19 - Thu, Feb 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:15 pm - 12:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 50m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 6:20 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
33h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$986Turkish Airlines
Mon, Feb 8 - Fri, Feb 19
Qatar Airways Logo
6:50 pm - 10:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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7:25 pm - 2:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,055Qatar Airways
Sun, Apr 18 - Fri, Apr 30
Qatar Airways Logo
7:20 pm - 10:15 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
1:15 pm - 3:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,055Qatar Airways
Mon, Feb 8 - Wed, Feb 17
JetBlue Logo
6:50 pm - 10:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
JetBlue Logo
7:25 pm - 2:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,055JetBlue
Tue, Feb 9 - Thu, Feb 18
JetBlue Logo
6:50 pm - 10:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
JetBlue Logo
12:35 pm - 2:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
33h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,055JetBlue
Thu, Apr 8 - Sun, Apr 25
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 am - 2:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 pm - 8:15 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$1,242Ethiopian Air
Sun, Apr 25 - Sun, May 2
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 am - 2:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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
$1,272Ethiopian Air
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Dec 13
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6:30 pm - 8:05 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
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6:55 pm - 2:55 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 00m2 stops London Heathrow Madrid Barajas
$1,329Iberia
Tue, Nov 24 - Sat, Dec 12
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6:30 pm - 12:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
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6:55 pm - 1:45 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
$1,333Iberia
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town typically range from $1,221 to $1,885. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $986, on Turkish Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town at $1,103 round-trip.
•December ($1,942) and October ($1,657) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 76% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$668
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

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

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

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

    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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town range from $1,221 to $1,885, with an average of $1,458 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,221 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the $1,458 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,291, which is 100% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $27 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

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

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

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

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

    • Istanbul (IST) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,342 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,684, a difference of $342.

    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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 41m, compared with 19h 42m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 19h 49m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Cape Town International Convention Centre, Sea Point Pavilion and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,342, about $342 less than Friday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cape Town trip for April. Fares historically average $1,103 round-trip in that month - typically $839 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
    • Mbalentle

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