฿28,155 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Cape Town (CPT)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at ฿28,155 for one-way flights and ฿37,330 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Ethiopian Airlines
Wed, 5 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
฿37,330 Return, found 4 hours ago
฿37,330
Return
found 4 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Wed, 5 Nov from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Wed, 3 Dec, priced at ฿37,330 found 4 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Mon, 9 Mar - Wed, 8 Jul
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
฿40,245 Return, found 7 hours ago
฿40,245
Return
found 7 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, 9 Mar from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Wed, 8 Jul, priced at ฿40,245 found 7 hours ago
Turkish Airlines
Mon, 9 Mar - Wed, 15 Jul
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
฿42,600 Return, found 3 days ago
฿42,600
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, 9 Mar from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Wed, 15 Jul, priced at ฿42,600 found 3 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Wed, 5 Nov - Wed, 4 Mar
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
฿42,605 Return, found 4 hours ago
฿42,605
Return
found 4 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Wed, 5 Nov from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Wed, 4 Mar, priced at ฿42,605 found 4 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Mon, 9 Mar - Thu, 4 Jun
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
฿45,440 Return, found 2 days ago
฿45,440
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Mon, 9 Mar from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Thu, 4 Jun, priced at ฿45,440 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Mon, 9 Mar - Thu, 4 Jun
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
฿47,485 Return, found 2 days ago
฿47,485
Return
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, 9 Mar from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Thu, 4 Jun, priced at ฿47,485 found 2 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Mon, 9 Mar - Wed, 8 Jul
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
฿48,025 Return, found 7 hours ago
฿48,025
Return
found 7 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, 9 Mar from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Wed, 8 Jul, priced at ฿48,025 found 7 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Mon, 9 Mar - Wed, 8 Jul
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
฿48,240 Return, found 7 hours ago
฿48,240
Return
found 7 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Mon, 9 Mar from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Wed, 8 Jul, priced at ฿48,240 found 7 hours ago
Iberia
Mon, 9 Mar - Thu, 4 Jun
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
฿49,960 Return, found 2 days ago
฿49,960
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Mon, 9 Mar from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Thu, 4 Jun, priced at ฿49,960 found 2 days ago
British Airways
Mon, 9 Mar - Thu, 4 Jun
ORD
Chicago
CPT
Cape Town
฿51,410 Return, found 2 days ago
฿51,410
Return
found 2 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Mon, 9 Mar from Chicago to Cape Town, returning Thu, 4 Jun, priced at ฿51,410 found 2 days ago

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

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From ฿29,514 - ฿46,374 per traveller.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from ORD to CPT?
Round-trip journeys between O'Hare Airport and CPT start from ฿37,330. 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.

Travel information

Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United
Return price
฿37,330
Distance
13628 km

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Our flexible O'Hare Intl. to Cape Town Intl. ticket options cater to your travel preferences, with incredible one-way fares from ฿28,155 and roundtrip prices from ฿37,330. Whether you're planning a short city break or a longer adventure, our dynamic pricing ensures that you find the best deals for your journey.
 
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