Cheap flights from Brisbane to Chicago from $1,196

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNE — CHI
16 gen — 23 gen1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Brisbane to Chicago are usually found in January or February, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Brisbane to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Brisbane to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 dicembre 2025.

sab 20/1211:40BNE - ORD
1 stop29h 29mUnited Airlines
ven 2/109:00ORD - BNE
1 stop30h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12$1,677
sab 20/1210:45BNE - ORD
2 stops26h 34mAir Canada
ven 2/107:15ORD - BNE
2 stops33h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 15/12$3,726
sab 20/1219:50BNE - ORD
2 stops37h 01mQantas Airways
ven 2/115:13ORD - BNE
1 stop22h 32mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/12$4,416

Find flight deals from Brisbane to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Brisbane (BNE) to Chicago (CHI). 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 17 dicembre 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,196

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$2,696
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 24/1-25/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 24m total
  • Brisbane to Chicago
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($217 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($143 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Brisbane

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Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

sab 24/1

11:40-20:14

2 stops24h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom 25/1

14:40-07:30

1 stop24h 50m

$1,196

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

ven 13/3

08:40-07:15

2 stops37h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar 17/3

13:40-05:00

1 stop24h 20m

$1,285

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

mar 17/3

08:40-07:15

2 stops37h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mer 1/4

09:28-05:00

1 stop28h 32m

$1,285

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

gio 12/2

22:35-19:35

1 stop37h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

gio 26/2

23:30-20:20

1 stop28h 50m

$1,510

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

mar 17/3

19:40-23:46

1 stop19h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mer 1/4

13:40-05:00

1 stop24h 20m

$1,511

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

mer 22/4

20:35-05:13

1 stop23h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar 5/5

17:30-05:00

1 stop20h 30m

$1,513

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

mar 17/3

10:40-18:54

2 stops23h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mer 1/4

15:55-06:30

2 stops23h 35m

$1,526

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

mer 22/4

10:30-14:44

1 stop19h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar 5/5

21:28-06:30

2 stops42h 02m

$1,528

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

gio 12/2

19:40-23:40

1 stop20h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

gio 26/2

13:47-06:30

2 stops24h 43m

$1,588

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

gio 12/2

11:40-18:55

2 stops23h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

gio 26/2

16:00-07:30

2 stops23h 30m

$1,603

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Best time to book a flight from Brisbane to Chicago

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Brisbane to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 27 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Brisbane to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 dicembre 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Brisbane to Chicago at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

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

Hong Kong (HKG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of one-stop itineraries from Brisbane to Chicago on Cheapflights.

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

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Brisbane to Chicago, 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 $1,365.

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

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

Flights via Vancouver (YVR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 19h 29m.

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

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

Flights via Vancouver (YVR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 26m.

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 17 dicembre 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Brisbane to Chicago, such as Air New Zealand, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

LAX - ORD

Overall good experience with united . I fly united most part so nothing out of obvious i guess

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Brisbane (BNE) if they book a flight from Brisbane to Chicago. On average, Brisbane has 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day from 4 airlines. Brisbane is conveniently located just 12.3 km from Brisbane’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Brisbane to Chicago?

    For as low as $1,196, United Airlines can have you in Chicago from Brisbane in 24h 34m. The distance between Brisbane and Chicago is about 14318 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Brisbane to Chicago round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Brisbane to Chicago round-trip from $955. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Canada, from $1,255, and Cathay Pacific, from $1,466. These flights start at 42% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Brisbane 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Brisbane to Chicago

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Brisbane 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 17 dicembre 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$955Average$1,511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,255Average$1,820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,466Average$1,995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,610Average$1,709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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