Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Chicago: what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6. The city is eight hours behind Cape Town, where Cape Town International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your CPT to Chicago flight.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from CPT to Chicago with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Istanbul Airport (IST)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Cape Town, CPT can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near CPT? If you've booked an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Chicago, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
81% of flights departing from Cape Town International Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from CPT.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Chicago
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Chicago flight is Rs168,325. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs274,489. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from CPT to Chicago, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Chicago across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to the centre of Chicago takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Chicago. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Reserving your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport about four weeks before your flight from CPT to Chicago can help you secure the lowest rate.
The street address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Chicago. Once you've disembarked your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 30 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near MDW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your CPT to Chicago flight:
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from MDW four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Chicago Midway International Airport can be found at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is about 145 kilometres from central Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 40 minutes to reach the city centre by car once you've hopped off your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Chicago.
The journey will take you roughly 2 hours if you use public transport.
If you don't want to make your way into the centre, find a hotel close to RFD. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your CPT to Chicago flight:
Booking at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Chicago is a smart way to go. As well as better deals, you might find it easier to get the make and model you prefer at RFD.
The street address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
July is the most popular month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Chicago. To avoid the crowds, visit Chicago in January.
Before locking in your Cape Town International Airport to Chicago plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CPT to Chicago in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
After booking your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Chicago, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chicago:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Chicago itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Willis Tower.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 451 kilometres southeast of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Around 257 kilometres southeast of Chicago, Indianapolis is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
