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Cheapest return flight
R15 233
Typical prices: R15 979-R20 445
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 18/11Sat 1/12
CPT - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R10 797
Typical prices: R10 130-R19 194
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/12
CPT - ORD • 3 stops
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
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 12% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg R15 976 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 20h 36m (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, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 1
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:00 - 18:44CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 44m2 stops London Heathrow Boston Logan Intl
Virgin Atlantic Logo
18:16 - 18:35ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R15 233Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Jan 11
Virgin Atlantic Logo
21:00 - 19:09CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 09m2 stops London Heathrow Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:30 - 18:35ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
R15 233Virgin Atlantic
Sun, Oct 25 - Thu, Oct 29
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 8:40CPT  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 482Ethiopian Air
Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 8:40CPT  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 930Ethiopian Air
Sat, Jan 30 - Fri, Feb 19
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 11:59CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 09m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
United Airlines Logo
15:45 - 18:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 15m1 stop Newark
R16 479United Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Thu, Feb 18
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 10:02CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 12m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
10:25 - 16:10ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
R16 479United Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Sat, Oct 31
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 19:20CPT  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
R17 575Turkish Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Sat, Oct 31
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 11:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 45m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:15 - 23:00ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 45m1 stop Istanbul
R17 575Turkish Airlines
Sun, Jan 31 - Fri, Feb 19
KLM Logo
18:25 - 14:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
17:55 - 5:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 50m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
R18 871KLM
Tue, Feb 2 - Fri, Feb 19
KLM Logo
14:00 - 14:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
19:00 - 5:45ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 45m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol
R18 871KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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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 R15 979 to R20 445. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R15 233 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 8% 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 631 return.
•April (R21 827) and March (R20 714) 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 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

R10 797
Beat the crowds with an average 76% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 50% increase in traveller numbers.
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?

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

    • 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 R15 979 to R20 445, with an average of R17 696 over the past 12 months. Anything below R15 979 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 34% above the R17 696 route average. Book 19 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R24 366, which is 88% 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 starting from around R283 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Ace

  • 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:

    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 16% 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 13% on flights from Cape Town to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R16 412 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R18 787, a difference of R2 375.

    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 Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 36m, compared to 20h 52m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 22h 46m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • 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 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 412, about R2 375 less than Wednesday fares (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 R15 631 return in that month – typically R6 196 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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