$801 Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl. to Cape Town Intl. (ORD to CPT)

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Amazing ORD to CPT Flight Deals

The cheapest flights to Cape Town Intl. found within the past 7 days were $1,002 round trip and $801 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Sun, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 19
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
$1,002 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,002
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sun, Oct 27 from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Tue, Nov 19, priced at $1,002 found 1 day ago
Tue, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 21
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
$1,022 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,022
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 29 from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Thu, Nov 21, priced at $1,022 found 1 day ago
Thu, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 20
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
$1,032 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,032
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 16 from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Mon, Jan 20, priced at $1,032 found 2 days ago
Fri, Jan 31 - Tue, Feb 11
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
$1,042 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,042
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 31 from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Tue, Feb 11, priced at $1,042 found 1 day ago
Fri, Nov 29 - Fri, Dec 13
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
$1,072 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$1,072
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 29 from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Fri, Dec 13, priced at $1,072 found 19 hours ago
Tue, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 23
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
$1,072 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,072
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 29 from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Sat, Nov 23, priced at $1,072 found 1 day ago
Fri, Mar 14 - Sat, Mar 22
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
$1,082 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$1,082
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Fri, Mar 14 from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Sat, Mar 22, priced at $1,082 found 8 hours ago
Tue, Mar 18 - Thu, Mar 27
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
$1,184 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,184
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Tue, Mar 18 from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Thu, Mar 27, priced at $1,184 found 1 day ago
Mon, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 15
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
$1,185 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$1,185
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 2 from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Sun, Dec 15, priced at $1,185 found 19 hours ago
Sat, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 14
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
$1,242 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$1,242
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sat, Oct 5 from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Mon, Oct 14, priced at $1,242 found 18 hours ago

Best Cape Town Intl. Flight and Hotel Packages

Cape Town Intl. flight + hotel packages - economy flights

Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.
One&Only Cape Town

One&Only Cape Town

5 out of 5
per person
Jul 1 - Jul 7
Roundtrip flight included
Chicago (ORD) to Cape Town (CPT)
Ludus Magnus

Ludus Magnus

3.5 out of 5
per person
Jul 1 - Jul 7
Roundtrip flight included
Chicago (ORD) to Cape Town (CPT)
President Hotel

President Hotel

4 out of 5
per person
Jul 1 - Jul 7
Roundtrip flight included
Chicago (ORD) to Cape Town (CPT)
POD Camps Bay

POD Camps Bay

5 out of 5
per person
Jul 1 - Jul 7
Roundtrip flight included
Chicago (ORD) to Cape Town (CPT)
The Cellars-Hohenort

The Cellars-Hohenort

5 out of 5
per person
Jul 1 - Jul 7
Roundtrip flight included
Chicago (ORD) to Cape Town (CPT)
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Frequently asked questions

Are there direct flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to CPT?
If you’d prefer to get as quickly as possible from ORD to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT), look up Lufthansa, United Airlines and American Airlines. No airlines advertise nonstop flights on this route, so you’ll need to make at least one stopover.
How long is the flight from ORD to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Averaging around 20 hours and 30 minutes all up, traveling from O’Hare Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport is no walk in the park. On such a long journey, it’s wise to walk around and stretch your legs regularly.
What is the flight distance from ORD to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
The flight distance from O’Hare Airport to CPT is 8,500 mi. Apart from filling your phone or laptop with more films, it’ll be wise to have a neck pillow and a cozy sweater as well.
What airlines fly from ORD to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
With no direct flights available, you’d be wise to book well in advance when you’re traveling between ORD and CPT. Find a convenient route with the least amount of connections and save yourself some time.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2021. Tuesday and Wednesday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking during the weekend, as data shows that is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2021, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2021 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 0-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

 

Traveling From
O'Hare Intl.
Traveling To
Cape Town Intl.
Shortest Flight Time
 hours mins
Earliest Departure Time
Latest Departure Time
Lowest Flight Price
$1,002

Route Info

Flight path for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.


Origin:
ORD - O'Hare International Airport
Destination:
CPT - Cape Town International Airport
Distance:
10,184.00 miles


Discover our best flights from Chicago ORD to Cape Town CPT. 

With 20 airlines to choose from on Travelocity, you can easily find the best option for you. Use our filters to sort by price, compare airlines, and find the most convenient flight times. 

 

Find our best return flights from Chicago ORD to Cape Town CPT at the right price  

Airfares to Cape Town CPT from Chicago ORD currently cost between $1,002 and $1,242. It’s usually cheaper to book a round trip than two separate one-way flights. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Book one-way flights from Chicago ORD to Cape Town CPT 

If you want to be flexible about when you return, or keep your travel options open ended, a one-way flight could be just the ticket! You’ll find one-way airfares from Chicago ORD to Cape Town CPT on Travelocity starting at $801. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Get to Cape Town CPT from Chicago ORD quicker with direct flights. 

Get to Cape Town faster, without the hassle of changing planes and moving baggage, by booking a direct flight. Expect your direct flight to CPT from ORD to take around hour(s) min(s).  

 

Find our cheapest airfares for flights from Chicago ORD to Cape Town CPT

Find cheap flight deals by using our search filters to sort results starting with the lowest price airfares to CPT from ORD. Our Price Match Promise means if you find a lower rate on Travelocity.com or on another US-based website within 24 hours of booking, we’ll credit or refund the difference.  

 

Get our best airfare deals for your flight from Chicago ORD to Cape Town CPT today 

If you’re flexible about when you travel, October is usually the cheapest month to fly from Chicago ORD to Cape Town CPT. If you need to be more specific, search by date and arrival and departure times.Then, compare prices across different airlines, and sort results by lowest price first. 

 

Book flexible airline tickets for flights to Cape Town CPT from Chicago ORD 

Some airlines let you change your travel dates without charging a fee. Use our ‘no change fee’ filter to see which flights to CPT from ORD have this option.  

 

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We’ve secured fantastic deals with all the main airline carriers and it’s easy to compare, choose, and book with Travelocity. With 24/7 customer service and our free 'App', we’ll always keep you moving. 

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.