S$1,139 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$1,139 for one-way flights and S$1,709 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Ethiopian Airlines
Sun, 4 May - Sun, 11 May
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
S$1,709 Return, found 4 days ago
S$1,709
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sun, 4 May from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Sun, 11 May, priced at S$1,709 found 4 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Wed, 16 Apr - Wed, 23 Apr
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
S$1,736 Return, found 5 days ago
S$1,736
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, 16 Apr from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Wed, 23 Apr, priced at S$1,736 found 5 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Tue, 6 May - Tue, 13 May
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
S$1,738 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,738
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue, 6 May from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Tue, 13 May, priced at S$1,738 found 1 day ago
Turkish Airlines
Thu, 8 May - Thu, 15 May
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
S$1,743 Return, found 2 hours ago
S$1,743
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, 8 May from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Thu, 15 May, priced at S$1,743 found 2 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Sun, 4 May - Sun, 11 May
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
S$1,782 Return, found 4 days ago
S$1,782
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sun, 4 May from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Sun, 11 May, priced at S$1,782 found 4 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sat, 3 May - Sat, 10 May
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
S$1,798 Return, found 3 days ago
S$1,798
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sat, 3 May from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Sat, 10 May, priced at S$1,798 found 3 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Wed, 16 Apr - Wed, 23 Apr
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
S$1,809 Return, found 5 days ago
S$1,809
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Wed, 16 Apr from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Wed, 23 Apr, priced at S$1,809 found 5 days ago
British Airways
Tue, 6 May - Tue, 13 May
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
S$2,033 Return, found 1 day ago
S$2,033
Return
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Tue, 6 May from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Tue, 13 May, priced at S$2,033 found 1 day ago
United
Tue, 6 May - Tue, 13 May
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
S$2,064 Return, found 1 day ago
S$2,064
Return
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, 6 May from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Tue, 13 May, priced at S$2,064 found 1 day ago
Qatar Airways
Wed, 16 Apr - Wed, 23 Apr
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
S$2,075 Return, found 5 days ago
S$2,075
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Wed, 16 Apr from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Wed, 23 Apr, priced at S$2,075 found 5 days ago
Chicago to Cape Town route information
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United
Return price
S$1,708
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$1,709. 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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