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$657+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Cape Town (CPT)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — CPT
Nov 7 — Nov 141
Thu 11/7
Thu 11/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 2, 2024.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/279:45 amORD - CPT
1 stop20h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/31:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops25h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/2$962
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/710:00 pmORD - CPT
1 stop30h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/236:45 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop32h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/1$1,093
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/211:55 amORD - CPT
1 stop40h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 12/95:15 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop33h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,259
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/31:35 pmORD - CPT
2 stops23h 55mKLM
Thu 2/2711:20 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop23h 10mKLM
Deal found 11/2$1,369
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/179:10 pmORD - CPT
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/233:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops54h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$1,379
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/1710:35 pmORD - CPT
1 stop28h 20mLufthansa
Sat 11/239:30 amCPT - ORD
1 stop40h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 10/31$1,400
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/27:05 pmORD - CPT
2 stops28h 35mSWISS
Mon 12/97:50 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop28h 25mSWISS
Deal found 11/2$1,421
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/279:25 pmORD - CPT
1 stop26h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/36:30 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop28h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/1$1,422
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/57:05 pmORD - CPT
2 stops41h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 11/1412:40 pmCPT - ORD
1 stop33h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/2$1,423
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/251:50 pmORD - CPT
2 stops34h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 12/79:55 amCPT - ORD
2 stops41h 34mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/1$1,428
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/57:05 amORD - CPT
3 stops46h 30mKenya Airways
Thu 11/711:00 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops42h 54mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/1$1,506
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/412:25 pmORD - CPT
2 stops34h 05mDelta
Mon 12/911:20 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops30h 23mDelta
Deal found 11/1$1,533

Find flights from Illinois to Cape Town within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,462,897 searches. Data last updated November 2, 2024.

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ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/8

8:20 pm-9:50 am

2 stops29h 30m

$657

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/25

9:45 am-2:30 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$732

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/25

7:05 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops37h 35m

$780

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/27

10:35 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 05m

$811

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/7

8:20 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop31h 40m

$906

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/26

7:05 pm-10:30 am

1 stop31h 25m

$1,149

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/29

8:25 pm-7:40 am

2 stops51h 15m

$1,174

ChicagoCape Town

MDW - CPT

MDWCPT

Chicago Midway

Sun 12/29

9:30 am-10:10 pm

2 stops28h 40m

$1,180

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/3

8:30 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop31h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 3/10

5:15 pm-11:10 am

1 stop24h 55m

$944

ChicagoCape Town

ORD - CPT

ORDCPT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/27

9:45 am-2:30 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/3

1:50 pm-7:40 am

2 stops25h 50m

$962

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Cape Town

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Illinois to Cape Town including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Cape Town (average of $1,285). Flying from Illinois to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,764). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IL to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 2, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Cape Town as you normally would.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated November 2, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Ethiopian Air, Delta and United Airlines from Illinois to Cape Town. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,826 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,826 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,826 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,826 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,646 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,826 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Virgin Atlantic
7.6
Good
666 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,826 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,894 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,826 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Illinois?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town from Illinois, you will be flying to Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 9.7 mi from the center of Cape Town.

  • Can I find flights from Illinois to Cape Town for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Illinois to Cape Town for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Turkish Airlines for just $944, but on average you can expect to pay $1,567.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Illinois to Cape Town for under $7,800?

    There are currently 2+ open flights from Illinois to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than $7,800.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Ethiopian Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $732. However, be on the lookout for offers from SWISS and Lufthansa, as they are both options that can get you from Illinois to Cape Town for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Cape Town?

    When deciding which route to take from Illinois to Cape Town consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - Cape Town Intl, Chicago Midway - Cape Town Intl or Lambert-St Louis - Cape Town Intl as they are the most popular.

  • What does ORD to CPT mean?

    ORD stands for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, while CPT stands for Cape Town Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Moline Quad-City Airport (MLI), Greater Peoria Airport (PIA), Bloomington-Normal Airport (BMI), Champaign University-Willard Airport (CMI) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Cape Town that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Illinois to Cape Town flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Illinois to Cape Town with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Illinois to Cape Town flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Illinois to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Cape Town that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Illinois to Cape Town offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Illinois to Cape Town?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Illinois to Cape Town flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Illinois to Cape Town flight deals updated?

    The Illinois to Cape Town flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/2.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Cape Town (average of $1,285). Flying from Illinois to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,764). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Illinois to Cape Town

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,462,897 searches. Data last updated November 2, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$911Average$1,051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$960Average$1,207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,183Average$1,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$1,190Average$1,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$1,213Average$1,435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$1,214Average$1,470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,252Average$1,571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,256Average$1,487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air FranceCheapest$1,271Average$1,664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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