How long is the flight from Australia to Chicago?

Airlines like Air Canada, Cathay Pacific, and EVA Air fly from Australia to Chicago in about 37h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 02m. Airlines will cover a distance of 14318 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

What are the most popular routes from Australia to Chicago?

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

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Australia to Chicago?

Qantas Airways, United Airlines and Air Canada are the most popular airlines when flying from Australia to Chicago.

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

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

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.

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Round-trip from	$1,327
One-way from	$704
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	August
Average price	$1,527

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Thu 17/9

09:20-14:52

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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15:40-07:20

1 stop24h 40m

$1,489

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20:45-14:43

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19:45-07:05

1 stop20h 20m

$1,512

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20:45-19:48

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15:45-07:05

2 stops24h 20m

$1,523

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10:00-14:43

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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15:40-07:05

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PER Perth - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

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15:30-21:35

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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14:35-12:30

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$1,824

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Mon 14/9

22:15-20:45

1 stop37h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 15/9

00:30-20:00

1 stop28h 30m

$1,837

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BNE Brisbane - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Brisbane

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22:15-20:45

1 stop37h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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00:30-20:00

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$1,899

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BNE Brisbane - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

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12:20-13:55

1 stop40h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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16:15-17:00

2 stops33h 45m

$1,977

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Chicago (average of $1,584). Flying from Australia to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,981). 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 33 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

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

659 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

659 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

659 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,079 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

659 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,089 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

659 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

American Airlines

7.1

Good

11,893 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

659 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

Air Canada

7.1

Good

11,455 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

659 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Australia to Chicago?
Airlines like Air Canada, Cathay Pacific, and EVA Air fly from Australia to Chicago in about 37h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 02m. Airlines will cover a distance of 14318 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 Perth - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Chicago Midway 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Chicago (average of $1,584). Flying from Australia to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,981). 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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American Airlines	Cheapest$591	Average$1,599	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	Cheapest$1,071	Average$1,665	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,242	Average$1,905	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,248	Average$1,924	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$1,329	Average$1,531	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights
Japan Airlines	Cheapest$1,379	Average$2,817	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search Japan Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	Cheapest$1,682	Average$1,970	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$2,148	Average$2,175	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights

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