Chicago to Cape Town Flights
Flights from Chicago (CHI) to Cape Town (CPT) connect United States and South Africa. The great-circle distance is approximately 13,710 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 18 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include CHI, ORD, MDW and CPT. The reverse route is Cape Town to Chicago. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Chicago, United States
- Destination
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Distance
- 13,710 km
- Typical duration
- about 18 hours
- Origin codes
- CHI, ORD, MDW
- Destination codes
- CPT
- Primary keyword
- flights from Chicago to Cape Town
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Route overview
Chicago to Cape Town is a city-pair air route between United States and South Africa. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are CHI and CPT. Related codes: CHI, ORD, MDW → CPT.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 13,710 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 18 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Chicago airports and metro codes: CHI, ORD, MDW.
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Cape Town to Chicago, other destinations from Chicago, and other origins into Cape Town.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Chicago to Cape Town?
Direct flights from Chicago to Cape Town typically take about 18 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Chicago to Cape Town?
The great-circle distance between Chicago and Cape Town is approximately 13,710 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Chicago to Cape Town?
Chicago is commonly searched with code CHI (related: CHI, ORD, MDW). Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT).
Are there direct flights from Chicago to Cape Town?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Cape Town to Chicago?
The reverse city pair is Cape Town to Chicago. Distance is the same great-circle measure (13,710 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Chicago to Cape Town route connect?
This route connects United States (Chicago) with South Africa (Cape Town).