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$578+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Illinois

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 3/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ORD
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Illinois

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Illinois (USIL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$942
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$578
(oojo)
From Cape Town Intl to Illinois
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/268:50 pmCPT - ORD
2 stops33h 06mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/27:46 amORD - CPT
2 stops39h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,303
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/262:25 pmCPT - ORD
3 stops35h 13mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/21:25 pmORD - CPT
2 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,547
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/262:25 pmCPT - ORD
3 stops35h 13mKenya Airways
Thu 1/21:25 pmORD - CPT
3 stops64h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,877

Find flights from Cape Town to Illinois within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Illinois 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

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Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/21

8:50 pm-5:01 pm

2 stops28h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/28

9:05 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops36h 55m

$942

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/7

9:15 pm-1:28 pm

2 stops24h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/23

6:35 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop40h 25m

$957

Cape TownChicago

CPT - MDW

CPTMDW

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/21

9:15 pm-4:21 pm

1 stop27h 06m

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/28

10:19 am-9:30 pm

2 stops27h 11m

$964

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/21

5:15 pm-10:10 am

1 stop24h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/28

8:30 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$1,015

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/21

11:00 pm-1:23 pm

2 stops46h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/28

7:05 am-1:35 pm

3 stops46h 30m

$1,185

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/7

2:30 pm-12:37 pm

3 stops30h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/23

6:30 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops43h 10m

$1,237

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/27

3:20 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops31h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/28

4:20 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop21h 50m

$2,595

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/16

2:35 pm-8:05 am

2 stops24h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/23

10:15 am-2:30 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$2,846

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/27

10:00 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop28h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/28

8:30 pm-11:00 am

1 stop31h 30m

$3,011

Cape TownChicago

CPT - ORD

CPTORD

Cape Town Intl

Tue 3/25

5:15 pm-11:10 am

1 stop24h 55m

$578

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Illinois

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Illinois

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Illinois (average of $232). Flying from Cape Town to Illinois in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 CPT to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

When flying from Cape Town to Illinois, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Illinois by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Illinois, such as United Airlines, Kenya Airways and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Illinois. 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 from for flights from Cape Town to Illinois?

    Located just 9.7 mi from the city center, Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Illinois from Cape Town.

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

    $578 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways, with prices starting from $716 and $841, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from Cape Town to Illinois is Cape Town Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Cape Town Intl - Chicago Midway or Cape Town Intl - Lambert-St Louis.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Illinois (average of $232). Flying from Cape Town to Illinois in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 2 airlines flying from Cape Town to Illinois

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Illinois. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$911Average$947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$982Average$1,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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