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Cheap flights from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from $701

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 11/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — ORD
20 Feb — 27 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 January 2026.

Tue 17/209:55
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops30h 04m
Air New Zealand
Tue 5/514:30
ORD
-
SYD
2 stops29h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 19/1$1,520
Sun 8/209:55
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops28h 31m
Air New Zealand
Mon 23/216:00
ORD
-
SYD
2 stops25h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 19/1$1,564
Mon 9/211:45
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops25h 05m
Air New Zealand
Tue 24/212:55
ORD
-
SYD
2 stops26h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 20/1$1,567
Mon 9/208:30
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops23h 11m
Air Canada
Tue 24/215:35
ORD
-
SYD
1 stop25h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 20/1$1,582
Tue 17/311:45
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops24h 38m
Air New Zealand
Tue 24/314:35
ORD
-
SYD
2 stops27h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 19/1$1,600
Tue 17/314:00
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops30h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/319:39
ORD
-
SYD
1 stop43h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1$1,607
Sun 8/211:20
SYD
-
ORD
1 stop20h 21m
Air Canada
Mon 23/215:35
ORD
-
SYD
1 stop25h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 19/1$1,626
Thu 5/311:20
SYD
-
ORD
1 stop20h 21m
Air Canada
Thu 12/307:25
ORD
-
SYD
2 stops33h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 19/1$1,631
Tue 17/211:20
SYD
-
ORD
1 stop20h 21m
Air Canada
Tue 5/510:45
ORD
-
SYD
2 stops29h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 19/1$1,635
Sun 1/311:20
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops22h 25m
Air Canada
Thu 5/314:00
ORD
-
SYD
2 stops26h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 19/1$1,638
Tue 17/310:20
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops37h 40m
Air Canada
Tue 24/307:15
ORD
-
SYD
3 stops33h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 19/1$1,652
Wed 18/211:20
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops27h 44m
Air Canada
Sun 22/220:40
ORD
-
SYD
2 stops43h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 18/1$1,653

Find flight deals from Sydney to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). 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 21 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,520

One-way from

$701

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,698
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 17/2-5/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 59h 14m total
  • Sydney to Chicago
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11/2
  • 11/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 51m total
  • Sydney to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($506 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($84 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to O'Hare Intl 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 January 2026.
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SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/2

09:55-21:26

2 stops28h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 23/2

16:00-10:30

2 stops25h 30m

$1,564

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/3

11:20-16:45

2 stops22h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/3

15:35-09:35

1 stop25h 00m

$1,626

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/2

11:20-14:41

1 stop20h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 23/2

15:35-09:35

1 stop25h 00m

$1,626

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/2

11:20-14:41

1 stop20h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 22/2

20:40-09:35

2 stops43h 55m

$1,677

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/2

11:20-14:57

1 stop20h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 24/2

14:33-09:00

1 stop25h 27m

$1,696

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 21/3

10:20-14:41

1 stop20h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 28/3

15:35-08:20

1 stop24h 45m

$1,701

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 13/2

11:20-14:41

1 stop20h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 20/2

15:35-09:35

1 stop25h 00m

$1,910

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/2

11:20-14:53

1 stop20h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/3

20:45-09:00

1 stop43h 15m

$1,927

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 16/5

09:55-21:31

2 stops26h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/6

16:40-08:45

2 stops25h 05m

$1,928

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/2

14:00-10:51

3 stops37h 51m

$701

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to O'Hare Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on 16 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 78 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 Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $921). Flying from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,536). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated 21 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
572 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
572 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
572 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
973 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
572 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,189 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
572 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,169 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
572 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,644 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
572 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    For a flight from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 7.5 km from the centre of the city. Kingsford Smith is the only Sydney airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. 6 airlines have flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl from Sydney Kingsford Smith on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in 20h 37m. Fly via Air New Zealand, Air Canada, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 14851 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    Qantas Airways, at $964, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Air Canada. These flights start at 31% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to O'Hare Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to O'Hare Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to O'Hare Intl 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 Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $921). Flying from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,536). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$964Average$1,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,158Average$1,207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,161Average$1,614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,405Average$1,571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,469Average$2,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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ANACheapest$1,560Average$1,684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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