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Cheap flights from Cairns to Chicago from $3,047

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CNS — CHI
24 Mar — 31 Mar1
1 adult
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Sun 31/3

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) to Chicago (CHI). 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 19 March 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,486
From Cairns to Chicago (CHI)

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Chicago (CNS - CHI)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cairns to Chicago at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 6% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Cheap Air Canada flights from Cairns to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between Cairns and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Air Canada flights we've found from Cairns to Chicago. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Wed 1/506:00CNS - ORD
2 stops23h 24mAir Canada
Sun 5/516:00ORD - CNS
3 stops56h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 17/3$3,047
Wed 1/506:00CNS - ORD
2 stops23h 24mAir Canada
Sun 5/514:15ORD - CNS
3 stops34h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 18/3$3,814

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia for the route between Cairns and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Virgin Australia flights travelling from Cairns to Chicago. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Wed 1/516:35CNS - ORD
2 stops37h 17mVirgin Australia
Sun 5/516:10ORD - CNS
2 stops32h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/3$3,113
Wed 1/512:10CNS - ORD
2 stops41h 32mVirgin Australia
Sun 5/518:20ORD - CNS
2 stops30h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/3$3,114

Cairns to Chicago 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cairns and Chicago in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Cairns to Chicago in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 1/506:00CNS - ORD
2 stops23h 24mAir Canada
Sun 5/516:00ORD - CNS
3 stops56h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 16/3$3,047
Wed 1/516:35CNS - ORD
2 stops37h 17mVirgin Australia
Sun 5/516:10ORD - CNS
2 stops32h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/3$3,113

Find flights from Cairns to Chicago within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns to Chicago 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 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.

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$3,047 - $3,814

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Return

Price

CairnsChicago O'Hare Intl

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Wed 1/5

2 stops23h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/5

3 stops56h 55m

$3,047

CairnsChicago O'Hare Intl

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Wed 1/5

2 stops37h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/5

2 stops32h 45m

$3,113

CairnsChicago O'Hare Intl

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Wed 1/5

2 stops41h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/5

2 stops30h 35m

$3,114

CairnsChicago O'Hare Intl

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Wed 1/5

2 stops23h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/5

3 stops34h 40m

$3,814

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Deals found on 17/3

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cairns to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 17 March 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to Chicago flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Chicago by month

Plan your trip from Cairns to Chicago by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cairns to Chicago is currently $0 while a return flight costs $3,272. Price data was last updated on 17 March 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Chicago (average of $0). Flying from Cairns to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,612). 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.

Temperature and rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHI

Temperature

-5 - 23 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated 19 March 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cairns to Chicago, such as Air Canada and Virgin Australia. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

7.9
Good
745 reviews

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

7.0
Good
6,717 reviews

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cairns to Chicago. 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 Cairns to Chicago?

    For a flight from Cairns to Chicago, you will be flying from Cairns. Cairns (CNS) is just 4.4 km from the centre of the city. Cairns is the only Cairns airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 0 airlines have flights to Chicago from Cairns on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Cairns to Chicago for under $3,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Chicago for under $3,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air Canada for just $3,047, but on average you can expect to pay $3,271.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cairns to Chicago round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air Canada ($3,047), and Virgin Australia ($3,113) offers the cheapest pricing from Cairns to Chicago.

  • What does CNS to ORD mean?

    Great question - CNS to ORD just means Cairns Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

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