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Cheapest return flight
R15 761
Typical prices: R16 482-R20 734
Ethiopian Air
Fri 2/3Sat 24/3
CPT - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R10 140
Typical prices: R10 136-R19 495
Qatar Airways
Sun 29/4
CPT - ORD • 1 stop
Direct 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
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 23% 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 stopover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg R16 830 (return)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 20h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to O'Hare Intl (CPT-ORD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to O'Hare Intl

Wed, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 24
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 7:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 50m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 - 14:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R15 761Ethiopian Air
1 day ago
Tue, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 24
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 7:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 50m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:15 - 14:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R15 761Ethiopian Air
1 day ago
Mon, Mar 1 - Thu, Mar 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 18:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 25m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:15 - 23:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 45m1 stop Istanbul
R16 578Turkish Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, Mar 1 - Thu, Mar 25
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 18:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 25m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:15 - 23:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 45m1 stop Istanbul
R16 695Turkish Airlines
9 hours ago
Wed, Mar 3 - Fri, Mar 26
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 9:34CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 44m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
15:45 - 18:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 15m1 stop Newark
R17 012United Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 26
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 11:47CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 57m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
16:45 - 18:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 15m1 stop Newark
R17 012United Airlines
1 day ago
Sun, Feb 28 - Wed, Mar 24
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 14:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
33h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
19:50 - 10:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R17 629Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Thu, May 13 - Tue, Jun 8
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 15:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
19:20 - 10:15ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R18 463Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Tue, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 24
KLM Logo
14:00 - 14:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
13:30 - 22:40ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
R21 698KLM
1 day ago
Sun, Dec 13 - Tue, Jan 5
KLM Logo
7:30 - 14:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
13:45 - 22:40ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 55m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol
R22 632KLM
1 day ago
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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 with more confidence.

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport typically range from R16 482 to R20 734. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R15 761 on Ethiopian Air.

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 Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

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 R15 694 return.
•April (R21 915) and March (R21 565) 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 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% 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

R10 140
Beat the crowds with an average 47% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 57% increase in travellers.
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.

  • Which 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 direct flight from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 22 048 km.

  • 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?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from R16 482 to R20 734, with an average of R18 028 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 482 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 17% above the R18 028 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R15 761 to R137 065. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 R18 419, which is 39% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R1 052 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) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 15% 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 14% on flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R16 561 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R19 113, a difference of R2 552.

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

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover 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 of 20h 30m, compared to 21h 10m via Newark (EWR) and 22h 41m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

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

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 8 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 McCormick Place, United Center, and Chicago Riverwalk. 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 Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average R16 561, which is about R2 552 less than Wednesday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 23% 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 R15 694 return in that month – typically R6 221 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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