Cheap flights from Brisbane to Chicago from $932

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 17/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNE — CHI
30 Nov — 7 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Brisbane to Chicago are usually found in February or March, 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 31 October 2025.

Fri 31/1009:45BNE - ORD
2 stops46h 25mAir Canada
Thu 6/1115:40ORD - BNE
1 stop25h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 29/10$1,578
Fri 31/1009:45BNE - ORD
2 stops46h 25mAir Canada
Tue 4/1115:40ORD - BNE
2 stops49h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 29/10$1,613
Thu 30/1000:30BNE - ORD
1 stop28h 25mCathay Pacific
Tue 4/1114:35ORD - BNE
1 stop40h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 29/10$1,715
Fri 31/1019:40BNE - ORD
1 stop19h 49mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/1116:45ORD - BNE
1 stop21h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/10$1,716
Fri 31/1010:40BNE - ORD
1 stop33h 20mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/1116:40ORD - BNE
2 stops22h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/10$1,722
Fri 31/1009:45BNE - ORD
2 stops29h 14mAir Canada
Sun 2/1109:22ORD - BNE
2 stops55h 23mAir Canada
Deal found 29/10$1,734
Thu 11/1210:45BNE - ORD
2 stops40h 33mAir Canada
Thu 18/1215:40ORD - BNE
1 stop25h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 29/10$1,753
Thu 30/1000:30BNE - ORD
1 stop28h 25mCathay Pacific
Sun 2/1114:35ORD - BNE
2 stops48h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 29/10$1,809
Thu 11/1205:35BNE - ORD
3 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1215:40ORD - BNE
1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10$1,871
Sun 14/1208:35BNE - MDW
2 stops31h 12mKorean Air
Sun 21/1206:00MDW - BNE
2 stops32h 20mKorean Air
Deal found 30/10$8,902

Cheap 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 31 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,285

One-way from

$932

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,809
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 17/3-1/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 61h 13m total
  • Brisbane to Chicago
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 17/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 39m total
  • Brisbane to Chicago
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($570 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($144 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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Brisbane

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Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Tue 17/3

05:05-19:53

2 stops29h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

07:15-07:05

2 stops32h 50m

$1,291

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Wed 11/3

09:45-14:41

1 stop19h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 15/3

15:35-07:45

2 stops49h 10m

$1,325

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Tue 17/3

19:40-23:59

1 stop19h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

15:16-05:00

1 stop22h 44m

$1,492

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Wed 11/3

19:40-23:59

1 stop19h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 15/3

20:20-05:00

1 stop41h 40m

$1,564

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Wed 11/3

10:40-14:47

1 stop19h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 15/3

21:05-06:30

1 stop42h 25m

$1,571

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Tue 17/3

12:10-13:55

1 stop40h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

16:00-22:25

1 stop39h 25m

$1,603

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Wed 11/3

12:10-13:55

1 stop40h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 15/3

15:35-23:00

1 stop40h 25m

$1,611

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Tue 17/3

11:10-20:23

2 stops24h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

12:45-11:25

2 stops31h 40m

$1,638

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - MDW

BNEMDW

Brisbane

Sun 14/12

08:35-23:47

2 stops31h 12m

Chicago Midway

Sun 21/12

06:00-06:20

2 stops32h 20m

$8,902

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Tue 17/2

08:20-22:59

2 stops30h 39m

$932

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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 24 October 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 month to book a flight from Brisbane to Chicago?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Chicago (average of $964). Flying from Brisbane to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,792). 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.

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 31 October 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.

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.

Vancouver (YVR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 30% 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 $1,441.

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 31 October 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.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

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 6 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 $1,291, Air Canada can have you in Chicago from Brisbane in 29h 48m. 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 $969. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $1,244, and Air Canada, from $1,269. These flights start at 45% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Brisbane to Chicago one-way?

    $932 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air New Zealand. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Cathay Pacific and Delta, with prices starting from $944 and $1,471, respectively.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Chicago (average of $964). Flying from Brisbane to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,792). 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 6 airlines flying from Brisbane to Chicago

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$969Average$1,542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,244Average$1,805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,269Average$1,831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,481Average$2,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,627Average$1,727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,967Average$2,314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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