S$1,197 Cheap Flights from Chicago to Cape Town

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Cape Town (ORD-CPT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$1,197 for one-way flights and S$1,507 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Turkish Airlines
Tue, 8 Jul - Wed, 16 Jul
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
S$1,507 Return, found 2 days ago
S$1,507
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, 8 Jul from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Wed, 16 Jul, priced at S$1,507 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, 5 Aug - Tue, 12 Aug
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
S$1,886 Return, found 18 hours ago
S$1,886
Return
found 18 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 5 Aug from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Tue, 12 Aug, priced at S$1,886 found 18 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, 5 Aug - Tue, 12 Aug
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
S$1,893 Return, found 18 hours ago
S$1,893
Return
found 18 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 5 Aug from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Tue, 12 Aug, priced at S$1,893 found 18 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Tue, 8 Jul - Wed, 16 Jul
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
S$1,907 Return, found 2 days ago
S$1,907
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, 8 Jul from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Wed, 16 Jul, priced at S$1,907 found 2 days ago
British Airways
Tue, 5 Aug - Tue, 12 Aug
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
S$1,922 Return, found 18 hours ago
S$1,922
Return
found 18 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, 5 Aug from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Tue, 12 Aug, priced at S$1,922 found 18 hours ago
American Airlines
Fri, 1 Aug - Fri, 8 Aug
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
S$1,966 Return, found 4 days ago
S$1,966
Return
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, 1 Aug from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Fri, 8 Aug, priced at S$1,966 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, 1 Aug - Fri, 8 Aug
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
S$1,973 Return, found 4 days ago
S$1,973
Return
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, 1 Aug from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Fri, 8 Aug, priced at S$1,973 found 4 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Tue, 8 Jul - Wed, 16 Jul
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
S$2,005 Return, found 2 days ago
S$2,005
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Tue, 8 Jul from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Wed, 16 Jul, priced at S$2,005 found 2 days ago
British Airways
Tue, 5 Aug - Tue, 12 Aug
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
S$2,008 Return, found 18 hours ago
S$2,008
Return
found 18 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, 5 Aug from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Tue, 12 Aug, priced at S$2,008 found 18 hours ago
Delta
Sat, 2 Aug - Wed, 13 Aug
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
S$2,031 Return, found 23 hours ago
S$2,031
Return
found 23 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, 2 Aug from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Wed, 13 Aug, priced at S$2,031 found 23 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago (ORD) to Cape Town (CPT)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$1,169 - S$1,818 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Chicago to Cape Town route information
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
British Airways, Delta, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, United
Return price
S$1,506
Distance
13628 km

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*Note: Prices may vary based on availability and are subject to change.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from ORD to CPT?
Round-trip journeys between O'Hare Airport and CPT start from S$1,507. This is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year --- book now so you don't miss out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from O'Hare Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Every air carrier has its own terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the simple instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from ORD to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for ORD to CPT flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from ORD to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
You'll have 13,700 kilometres to cover on the long-haul Chicago to Cape Town route. Wear comfy clothes and consider taking a travel pillow with you.
Which airlines fly direct from ORD to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Unfortunately, there are no airlines that fly direct between O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) and CPT. You'll have to book a flight with one or more stops.
Are O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to CPT flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
It is possible to find an awesome last-minute deal from O'Hare Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport, but there's no guarantee. As many airlines release prices up to 12 months in advance, it's worthwhile keeping an eye on fares early and being ready to book when you see a good bargain. Expedia compares carrier prices and updates flight deals regularly, so you can be certain you're always getting the latest offers.

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