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Cheap flights from Australia to Chicago from $723

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 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CHI
27 Apr — 4 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 28 March 2026.

Fri 1/513:15
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops25h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/515:00
ORD
-
SYD
2 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,299
Thu 7/513:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops31h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/505:15
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops39h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,312
Sat 25/413:15
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/515:00
ORD
-
SYD
2 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,315
Thu 7/513:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/505:15
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops40h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,366
Tue 5/509:20
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops39h 58m
Air Canada
Fri 8/511:05
ORD
-
SYD
2 stops29h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 23/3$1,372
Tue 12/510:00
BNE
-
ORD
1 stop19h 45m
Air Canada
Tue 19/508:45
ORD
-
BNE
2 stops31h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 28/3$1,378
Mon 1/609:20
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops39h 58m
Air Canada
Fri 19/615:40
ORD
-
SYD
1 stop24h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 23/3$1,387
Thu 4/610:15
BNE
-
ORD
2 stops36h 35m
Air Canada
Mon 8/615:40
ORD
-
BNE
1 stop24h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 27/3$1,398
Thu 4/609:20
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops37h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 25/615:40
ORD
-
SYD
1 stop24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,405
Thu 7/510:00
BNE
-
ORD
1 stop25h 15m
Air Canada
Thu 14/521:20
ORD
-
BNE
2 stops42h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 23/3$1,408
Wed 22/420:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops38h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/415:40
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,414
Wed 3/609:20
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops25h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/615:40
ORD
-
SYD
1 stop24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,433

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 28 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,299

One-way from

$723

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,614
1/5-9/5
  • 1/5-9/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 55h 02m total
  • Australia to Chicago
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31/8
  • 31/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 25m total
  • Australia to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($107 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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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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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 28 March 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Thu 4/6

10:15-07:50

2 stops36h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/6

15:40-07:05

1 stop24h 25m

$1,398

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Thu 7/5

10:00-20:15

1 stop25h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 14/5

21:20-07:05

2 stops42h 45m

$1,408

AdelaideChicago

ADL - ORD

ADLORD

Adelaide

Wed 6/5

17:15-14:45

2 stops36h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/5

15:40-11:50

2 stops29h 40m

$1,487

AdelaideChicago

ADL - ORD

ADLORD

Adelaide

Thu 7/5

20:00-14:45

2 stops33h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 14/5

15:40-11:05

2 stops28h 55m

$1,524

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Thu 14/5

10:00-20:15

1 stop25h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 29/5

08:45-07:05

2 stops31h 20m

$1,551

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Thu 28/5

10:15-14:45

1 stop19h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/6

08:45-07:05

2 stops31h 20m

$1,567

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Wed 10/6

10:00-09:34

2 stops38h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 29/6

19:45-07:05

1 stop20h 20m

$1,594

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Wed 22/4

20:45-22:03

2 stops40h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 29/4

15:40-07:05

1 stop24h 25m

$1,612

AdelaideChicago

ADL - ORD

ADLORD

Adelaide

Wed 22/4

19:00-22:03

2 stops41h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 29/4

15:40-11:50

2 stops29h 40m

$1,686

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Thu 7/5

20:35-06:39

1 stop25h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 14/5

14:39-05:00

1 stop23h 21m

$1,689

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Chicago (average of $973). Flying from Australia to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,540). 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 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 28 March 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
621 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,013 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,501 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,520 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,853 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
621 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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 Air Canada, Delta, and Japan Airlines fly from Australia to Chicago in about 25h 08m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 19h 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 cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to Chicago one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qantas Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $728. Air Canada flights start at $766 while deals on American Airlines start at $1,014 one-way.

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

    Most travellers choose Sydney Kingsford Smith - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Melbourne - 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Chicago (average of $973). Flying from Australia to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,540). 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 28 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$982Average$1,931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,100Average$1,643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,115Average$1,588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,132Average$1,536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,412Average$1,951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,436Average$2,051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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ANACheapest$1,525Average$1,646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,878Average$2,342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,205Average$2,233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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