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Cheap flights from Australia to Chicago from $822

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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CHI
29 Jul — 5 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Chicago

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 June 2026.

Sun 9/809:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop23h 02m
Qantas Airways
Sat 22/814:57
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop23h 03m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 28/6$1,318
Mon 3/813:35
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop21h 09m
Qantas Airways
Wed 12/817:16
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop22h 29m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 25/6$1,325
Sat 8/809:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop22h 44m
Qantas Airways
Sat 15/815:22
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop24h 23m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 24/6$1,332
Thu 6/806:15
SYD
-
MDW
3 stops42h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/811:06
MDW
-
SYD
3 stops33h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/6$1,335
Wed 12/806:05
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops39h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/809:20
ORD
-
SYD
3 stops35h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/6$1,337
Mon 27/709:45
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops28h 45m
American Airlines
Mon 10/809:00
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop30h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/6$1,342
Fri 17/709:30
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop20h 05m
United Airlines
Fri 7/810:54
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops29h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/6$1,355
Mon 3/810:55
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops27h 21m
United Airlines
Wed 12/815:35
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops24h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/6$1,357
Mon 27/710:55
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops28h 50m
United Airlines
Mon 10/816:12
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops24h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/6$1,358
Sun 9/810:55
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop25h 43m
Lufthansa
Sat 22/814:35
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop26h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 26/6$1,376
Thu 6/811:55
BNE
-
MDW
3 stops36h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/811:06
MDW
-
BNE
3 stops32h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/6$1,499
Fri 24/710:00
MEL
-
MDW
2 stops27h 15m
Delta
Sun 2/819:06
MDW
-
MEL
2 stops45h 44m
Delta
Deal found 25/6$1,531

Find flight deals from Australia to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated 29 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,318

One-way from

$822

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,008
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 9/8-22/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 05m total
  • Australia to Chicago
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5/9
  • 5/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 54m total
  • Australia to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($264 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 29 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 30/8

09:30-17:05

2 stops22h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/9

15:56-08:15

2 stops25h 19m

$1,355

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 17/7

09:30-17:04

1 stop22h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/8

14:33-07:30

2 stops25h 57m

$1,355

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 3/8

10:55-04:51

2 stops32h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 13/8

18:20-08:15

1 stop22h 55m

$1,355

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 27/7

10:55-00:45

2 stops28h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/8

16:12-07:30

2 stops24h 18m

$1,358

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 3/8

10:55-22:49

2 stops26h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/8

15:56-07:30

2 stops24h 34m

$1,363
Fastest return journey

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 8/8

13:30-23:00

2 stops24h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 15/8

17:16-06:45

1 stop22h 29m

$1,392

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

09:30-23:16

1 stop28h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

21:30-07:30

1 stop43h 00m

$1,396

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - MDW

BNEMDW

Brisbane

Thu 6/8

11:55-09:51

3 stops36h 56m

Chicago Midway

Tue 11/8

11:06-10:40

3 stops32h 34m

$1,499

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

10:00-22:15

2 stops27h 15m

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/8

19:06-07:50

2 stops45h 44m

$1,531

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 17/7

10:00-18:29

2 stops23h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/8

15:51-07:50

2 stops24h 59m

$1,531

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Chicago

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Chicago (average of $178). Flying from Australia to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,221). 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.

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

The best time to book flights from Australia to Chicago is 53 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.

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 29 June 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Australia to Chicago, such as Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
646 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
646 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
646 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
1,054 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
646 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
9,898 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
646 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7.1
Good
11,774 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
646 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
11,269 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
646 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to Chicago?

    Airlines like United Airlines, Delta, and Qantas Airways fly from Australia to Chicago in about 22h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 15546 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to Chicago?

    Most travellers choose Sydney Kingsford Smith - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Chicago Midway or Melbourne - Chicago O'Hare Intl when deciding on the best route from Australia to Chicago.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia 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.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Chicago (average of $178). Flying from Australia to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,221). 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 9 airlines flying from Australia to Chicago

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Chicago. 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 29 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$605Average$1,672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,051Average$2,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,098Average$1,728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,113Average$1,585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,273Average$1,966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,414Average$2,813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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ANACheapest$1,550Average$2,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,725Average$2,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,202Average$2,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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