Cheap flights from Chicago to Brisbane from $1,087

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — BNE
15 Oct — 22 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Brisbane are usually found in February or January, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Brisbane

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Brisbane (BNE). 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 15 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,879

One-way from

$1,087

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,220
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 24/2-11/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 59m total
  • Chicago to Brisbane
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 14/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 24m total
  • Chicago to Brisbane
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($394 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($184 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from Chicago to Brisbane

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Brisbane
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Brisbane. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 September 2025.

Tue 28/1015:40ORD - BNE
2 stops27h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 18/1108:20BNE - ORD
2 stops26h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/9$1,891
Thu 30/1013:26ORD - BNE
3 stops29h 44mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1111:25BNE - ORD
3 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,894
Tue 18/1113:00ORD - BNE
2 stops26h 00mAir New Zealand
Tue 25/1111:10BNE - ORD
2 stops27h 49mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9$1,900
Tue 28/1010:42ORD - BNE
2 stops29h 18mAir New Zealand
Tue 4/1108:20BNE - ORD
2 stops27h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/9$1,966
Tue 16/918:30ORD - BNE
2 stops37h 20mFiji Airways
Tue 21/1011:35BNE - ORD
2 stops24h 39mFiji Airways
Deal found 15/9$2,011
Sat 15/1117:10ORD - BNE
2 stops25h 00mFiji Airways
Fri 21/1111:20BNE - ORD
2 stops25h 58mFiji Airways
Deal found 12/9$2,025
Tue 28/1006:40ORD - BNE
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1111:35BNE - ORD
3 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$2,041
Tue 18/1113:49ORD - BNE
1 stop23h 11mQantas Airways
Tue 25/1119:40BNE - ORD
1 stop20h 19mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/9$2,067
Sun 21/906:30ORD - BNE
2 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/922:15BNE - ORD
1 stop37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$2,071
Tue 23/916:00ORD - BNE
2 stops46h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 29/922:15BNE - ORD
1 stop37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9$2,074
Thu 18/916:00ORD - BNE
2 stops46h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/922:15BNE - ORD
1 stop37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$2,077
Tue 18/1106:00MDW - BNE
2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/1108:35BNE - MDW
2 stops30h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$4,251

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Chicago

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Brisbane

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoBrisbane

ORD - BNE

ORDBNE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/2

16:45-07:30

1 stop22h 45m

Brisbane

Tue 24/2

11:40-16:50

1 stop21h 10m

$2,192

ChicagoBrisbane

ORD - BNE

ORDBNE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 15/2

16:45-07:30

1 stop22h 45m

Brisbane

Sun 22/2

11:40-14:45

1 stop19h 05m

$2,192

ChicagoBrisbane

MDW - BNE

MDWBNE

Chicago Midway

Tue 24/2

17:59-08:20

2 stops46h 21m

Brisbane

Wed 11/3

10:05-18:08

2 stops23h 03m

$2,214

ChicagoBrisbane

ORD - BNE

ORDBNE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 14/2

20:20-07:30

1 stop43h 10m

Brisbane

Mon 23/2

11:40-18:55

2 stops23h 15m

$2,219

ChicagoBrisbane

ORD - BNE

ORDBNE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/2

15:17-05:00

1 stop21h 43m

Brisbane

Wed 25/2

09:40-12:58

1 stop19h 18m

$2,246

ChicagoBrisbane

ORD - BNE

ORDBNE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 14/2

20:20-07:30

1 stop43h 10m

Brisbane

Fri 27/2

11:40-21:36

1 stop25h 56m

$2,286

ChicagoBrisbane

ORD - BNE

ORDBNE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/2

11:45-10:35

2 stops30h 50m

Brisbane

Wed 25/2

09:40-21:15

1 stop27h 35m

$2,298

ChicagoBrisbane

ORD - BNE

ORDBNE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 13/2

18:15-07:30

1 stop21h 15m

Brisbane

Thu 26/2

11:40-20:02

1 stop24h 22m

$2,342

ChicagoBrisbane

ORD - BNE

ORDBNE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 13/2

12:15-08:20

2 stops28h 05m

Brisbane

Fri 27/2

10:40-16:48

2 stops22h 08m

$2,350

ChicagoBrisbane

ORD - BNE

ORDBNE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 22/10

19:01-10:35

2 stops24h 34m

Brisbane

Sat 22/11

11:25-19:42

2 stops24h 17m

$2,372

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Brisbane

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Brisbane

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Brisbane?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chicago to Brisbane. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Brisbane is 74 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Brisbane?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Brisbane (average of $160). Flying from Chicago to Brisbane in September is currently the most expensive (average of $208). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to BNE?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Brisbane. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 September 2025.

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from Chicago to Brisbane?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Chicago to Brisbane?

Share of one-stop return flights from Chicago to Brisbane chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Vancouver (YVR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 31% of one-stop itineraries from Chicago to Brisbane on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Chicago to Brisbane?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Chicago to Brisbane, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Dallas (DFW) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,806.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Chicago to Brisbane?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Brisbane, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 20h 50m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Chicago to Brisbane?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Brisbane, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 29m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Brisbane

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Brisbane. 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 Brisbane. Reviews last updated 15 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Canada from Chicago to Brisbane to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

7.3

Food

6.3

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

TPA - YYZ

The pre boarding was a bit confusing but we got through it.

Boarding

7.3

Food

6.3

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

TPA - YYZ

The pre boarding was a bit confusing but we got through it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Brisbane. 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 into for flights to Brisbane from Chicago?

    For a flight from Chicago to Brisbane, you will be flying into Brisbane. Brisbane (BNE) is just 12.3 km from the centre vof the city. Brisbane is the only Brisbane airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day. 1 airline has flights to Brisbane from Chicago on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Brisbane?

    Departing from Chicago to Brisbane will take you 21h 43m. Chicago and Brisbane are separated by a distance of 14318 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago to Brisbane round-trip?

    Flying on Qantas Airways is currently your cheapest option to Brisbane, with prices starting at $1,305. This flight start at 32% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Brisbane?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Brisbane (average of $160). Flying from Chicago to Brisbane in September is currently the most expensive (average of $208). 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.

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Top airline flying from Chicago to Brisbane

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Chicago to Brisbane. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 15 September 2025.
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