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Flight deals from Chicago to Cape Girardeau

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to Cape Girardeau Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ر.ق.‏ 681. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Cape Girardeau

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago to Cape Girardeau flights are currently cheapest in July.

Direct flights from Chicago to Cape Girardeau

Chicago to Cape Girardeau: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chicago to Cape Girardeau below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cape Girardeau.

Chicago to Cape Girardeau: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 336
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 37 mins
Most popular airlineContour Airlines
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from Chicago to Cape Girardeau: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Cape Girardeau is ر.ق.‏ 681. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 37 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago to Cape Girardeau.
Contour Airlines flies direct from Chicago to Cape Girardeau.
As of June 2026, there are 7 flights per week flying from Chicago to Cape Girardeau.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Cape Girardeau is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Cape Girardeau Airport on Tuesday, 14 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 37 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cape Girardeau but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Girardeau is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Cape Girardeau is Contour Airlines .

Flying from Chicago to Cape Girardeau Airport (CGI): What you need to know

  • Start your adventure at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), the main airport in Chicago. Look for flights from Chicago to Cape Girardeau Airport (CGI) that depart from this base.

  • Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 35 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Chicago to Cape Girardeau Airport flight.

  • Cape Girardeau Airport is located in Cape Girardeau. The city's timezone is UTC-6 — the same as Chicago.

  • The busiest route is from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Cape Girardeau Airport (CGI). Choose from 7 direct services every week. Contour Airlines operates a 11:25am departure between ORD and CGI.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to CGI. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • Getting on a plane during a peak time like July? Popular seasons (like spring break and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Chicago

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • Take the express route from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Direct flights from Chicago to Cape Girardeau Airport (CGI) are available from here.

  • You can get away on a direct flight from Chicago to Cape Girardeau Airport with Contour Airlines. This popular airline operates departures from ORD.

  • Contour Aviation is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from ORD to CGI.

  • Located around 27 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Chicago to Cape Girardeau Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Chicago O'Hare International Airport:

  • When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 70% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 25 minutes.

  • Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to CGI flight:

  • Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure sheds light on how often flights departing from this airport land on schedule.

  • You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)

  • From the centre of Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours or so if you're on public transport.

  • Make catching an early Chicago to Cape Girardeau Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your boarding gate with time to spare:

  • The on-time performance rate of RFD is 71%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights from this airport arrive at their destination as planned.

  • Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.

About Cape Girardeau Airport (CGI)

  • Consider checking in to Pear Tree Inn Cape Girardeau Medical Centre after touching down from your flight from Chicago to Cape Girardeau Airport. It's a short drive from CGI and a good option if you'd like to get some rest right away.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Cape Girardeau Airport (CGI)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Cape Girardeau Airport is ر.ق.‏ 336. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق.‏ 681. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to CGI if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Chicago to Cape Girardeau Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from Chicago to CGI is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Find an affordable flight from Chicago to Cape Girardeau Airport by using filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Chicago to Cape Girardeau Airport (CGI)

  • It's time to decide when to book your flight from Chicago to Cape Girardeau Airport (CGI). July is the busiest month to visit Cape Girardeau. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in June.

  • When booking your Chicago to CGI plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Cape Girardeau, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 34ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Cape Girardeau Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC and 9ºC.

More about Cape Girardeau

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Cape Girardeau right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Cape Girardeau Airport:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Historic Fort A, Cape Girardeau Conservation Nature Centre and The Red House Interpretive Centre are major attractions which should be on every Cape Girardeau itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

  • Cape Girardeau is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 241 kilometres south of Cape Girardeau, a trip to Memphis will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Elvis Presley’s Memphis, Graceland and National Civil Rights Museum.

  • Another essential stop in the United States, New South Memphis is located around 241 kilometres south of Cape Girardeau. Make time for highlights including Big River Crossing.

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