On this page, you can find and buy flights from Chicago to Cape Girardeau. The distance between the cities is 533 km, and the frequency of service is limited to an average of one flight per week.
Flights on this route are operated by LF. Ticket prices depend on the season and booking time; use the low price calendar to find the best deals. To plan your logistics in advance, check the sections on how to get to the airport in Chicago and from the airport in Cape Girardeau.
The table shows direct flights Chicago → Cape Girardeau on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by Contour Airlines. Departures from O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport and Midway International Airport airports, arrivals at Cape Girardeau Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Chicago — Cape Girardeau by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $315 in ,, and the most expensive are around $701 in y. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Chicago → Cape Girardeau, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $111 | low | May | $132 | medium | Sep | $151 | high |
| Feb | $116 | low | Jun | $145 | high | Oct | $145 | high |
| Mar | $122 | medium | Jul | $151 | high | Nov | $116 | low |
| Apr | $127 | medium | Aug | $142 | medium | Dec | $132 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Cape Girardeau is characterized by warm summers and moderately cool winters. July is the hottest month, with peak temperatures reaching 31.7°C, while March is the wettest, with about 145 mm of precipitation and an average temperature of 15.1°C.
According to price statistics, the most budget-friendly month to fly is August, when ticket prices start $316. In July, fares are slightly higher and start $382.
August can be considered the optimal time for booking: it is a period with the lowest prices and stable warm weather. In March and April, expect the highest amount of rainfall, which may make the trip less comfortable.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by LF. There is an average of one flight per week on this route, which requires careful planning of your travel dates. A detailed schedule, information on available flight options, and flight frequency are provided in the interactive list below.
Flights Chicago — Cape Girardeau depart from O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport, Midway International Airport and Chicago Rockford International Airport and arrive at Cape Girardeau Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The approximate travel time for a direct flight is about 1 hour, considering the 533 km distance between the cities.
Regular flights between the cities are operated by LF.
Flight prices change constantly depending on demand and season. You can check the current minimum for upcoming dates in the low price calendar on this page.
Flights from Chicago arrive at Cape Girardeau Regional Airport (CGI).
Due to the limited number of flights (about one per week), it is best to plan your purchase 4–8 weeks before departure to guarantee seat availability.
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