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Cheap flights from Brisbane to Chicago from $977

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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNE — CHI
16 Jun — 23 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Brisbane to Chicago

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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 May 2026.

Fri 7/811:35
BNE
-
ORD
2 stops33h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 22/821:07
ORD
-
BNE
1 stop40h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$1,854
Thu 6/811:55
BNE
-
ORD
2 stops33h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 22/821:07
ORD
-
BNE
1 stop40h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$1,921
Thu 5/1112:10
BNE
-
ORD
1 stop40h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 9/1114:35
ORD
-
BNE
1 stop40h 35m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 16/5$1,923
Fri 7/811:35
BNE
-
ORD
2 stops33h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 21/821:07
ORD
-
BNE
1 stop40h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$2,009
Thu 6/811:55
BNE
-
ORD
2 stops33h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 23/821:07
ORD
-
BNE
1 stop40h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$2,040
Thu 6/811:55
BNE
-
ORD
2 stops33h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 21/821:07
ORD
-
BNE
1 stop40h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$2,076
Fri 7/820:45
BNE
-
ORD
2 stops48h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 23/821:07
ORD
-
BNE
1 stop40h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$2,145
Fri 7/820:45
BNE
-
ORD
2 stops34h 09m
Qantas Airways
Mon 24/815:50
ORD
-
BNE
2 stops26h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/5$2,155
Mon 25/500:05
BNE
-
ORD
1 stop28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/520:46
ORD
-
BNE
1 stop41h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5$2,160
Fri 7/820:45
BNE
-
ORD
2 stops34h 09m
Qantas Airways
Sat 22/821:05
ORD
-
BNE
2 stops47h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 15/5$2,173
Sat 19/922:15
BNE
-
MDW
2 stops33h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/1020:00
MDW
-
BNE
2 stops33h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$4,051
Sat 19/1208:40
BNE
-
MDW
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 30/1217:25
MDW
-
BNE
2 stops44h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/5$8,948

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 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,854

One-way from

$977

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,454
7/8-22/8
  • 7/8-22/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 74h 35m total
  • Brisbane to Chicago
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12/9
  • 12/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 32h 47m total
  • Brisbane to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($75 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($72 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Brisbane 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 17 May 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Thu 5/11

12:10-12:55

1 stop40h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/11

14:35-23:10

1 stop40h 35m

$1,923

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Thu 24/9

22:15-20:45

1 stop37h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/10

08:45-07:05

2 stops31h 20m

$2,265

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Sun 1/11

11:10-22:11

2 stops26h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/1

14:15-16:55

2 stops34h 40m

$2,441

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Sat 18/7

12:20-14:20

1 stop41h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 22/7

16:00-22:30

1 stop39h 30m

$2,457
Fastest return journey

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Fri 7/8

20:45-15:54

2 stops34h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 24/8

17:15-05:00

1 stop20h 45m

$2,511

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Thu 6/8

20:35-17:47

1 stop36h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 22/8

21:05-05:00

1 stop40h 55m

$2,574

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Fri 7/8

12:20-14:20

1 stop41h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 24/8

16:00-10:50

1 stop27h 50m

$2,605

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Sat 18/7

08:00-14:20

2 stops45h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 22/7

16:00-19:25

2 stops36h 25m

$2,619

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - MDW

BNEMDW

Brisbane

Sat 19/9

22:15-17:10

2 stops33h 55m

Chicago Midway

Sat 3/10

20:00-20:00

2 stops33h 00m

$4,051
Cheapest one-way

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Thu 3/9

11:55-06:19

2 stops33h 24m

$1,137

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Best time to book a flight from Brisbane to Chicago

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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 46 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Chicago (average of $955). Flying from Brisbane to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,488). 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 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 41% 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.

Los Angeles (LAX) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,428.

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 San Francisco (SFO) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 19h 17m.

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 Dallas (DFW) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 23m.

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 May 2026.
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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
645 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,332 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
1,037 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
9,731 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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
11,056 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
645 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

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 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 3 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 $1,923, Cathay Pacific can have you in Chicago from Brisbane in 40h 45m. The distance between Brisbane and Chicago is about 14318 km.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Brisbane to Chicago round-trip from $1,107. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Cathay Pacific, from $1,336, and Air New Zealand, from $1,494. These flights start at 30% 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.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Chicago (average of $955). Flying from Brisbane to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,488). 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 3 airlines flying from Brisbane to Chicago

Discover the top 3 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 May 2026.
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,107Average$1,694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,336Average$1,877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,494Average$1,586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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