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Cheap flights from Cairns to Chicago from $3,193

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/5. 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
25 Apr — 2 May1
1 adult
Thu 25/4
Thu 2/5

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 20 April 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,522
From Cairns to Chicago (CHI)
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Chicago (CNS - CHI)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Cairns to Chicago as you normally would.

Cheap Cairns to Chicago flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cairns to Chicago specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 595,970 searches. Prices were last updated on 20 April 2024.
Thu 2/519:15CNS - ORD
2 stops34h 27mVirgin Australia
Mon 6/521:32ORD - CNS
2 stops51h 23mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/4$3,193
Thu 2/519:15CNS - ORD
2 stops34h 27mVirgin Australia
Mon 6/521:32ORD - CNS
2 stops51h 23mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/4$3,205
Thu 2/513:45CNS - ORD
3 stops65h 00mEmirates
Mon 6/520:45ORD - CNS
2 stops48h 20mEmirates
Deal found 18/4$4,008

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 595,970 searches. Data last updated 20 April 2024.
Thu 2/519:15CNS - ORD
2 stops34h 27mVirgin Australia
Mon 6/521:32ORD - CNS
2 stops51h 23mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/4$3,193
Thu 2/519:15CNS - ORD
2 stops34h 27mVirgin Australia
Mon 6/521:32ORD - CNS
2 stops51h 23mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/4$3,205
Thu 2/513:45CNS - ORD
3 stops65h 00mEmirates
Mon 6/520:45ORD - CNS
2 stops48h 20mEmirates
Deal found 18/4$4,008

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 595,970 searches. Data last updated 20 April 2024.

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$3,205 - $4,008

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CairnsChicago O'Hare Intl

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Thu 2/5

2 stops34h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/5

2 stops51h 23m

$3,205

CairnsChicago O'Hare Intl

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Thu 2/5

3 stops65h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/5

2 stops48h 20m

$4,008

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Deals found on 18/4

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 14 April 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 $3,607. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.

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 20 April 2024.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,082 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff was super awesome and responsive! One of the best flights we have been on, ever.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,082 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,082 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff was super awesome and responsive! One of the best flights we have been on, ever.

Virgin Australia
7.8
Good
687 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
4,082 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff was super awesome and responsive! One of the best flights we have been on, ever.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 $3,300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Chicago for under $3,300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Virgin Australia for just $3,205, but on average you can expect to pay $3,606.

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

    According to our current data, Virgin Australia ($3,205), and Emirates ($4,008) 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Chicago that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cairns to Chicago flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Cairns to Chicago with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cairns to Chicago flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cairns to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cairns to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cairns to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cairns to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Chicago that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cairns to Chicago offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cairns to Chicago?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cairns to Chicago flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Cairns to Chicago flight deals updated?

    The Cairns to Chicago flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 19/4.

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