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How to find the cheapest flight from
Sydney (SYD) to Chicago (CHI)

SYD - CHI
Price
$1,111 - $1,854
CHI
Temperature
1 - 29 °C
CHI
Rainfall
17 - 109 mm

Popular in

January

High demand for flights, 30% potential price rise

Cheapest in

February

Best time to find cheap flights, 15% potential price drop

Round-trip from

$1,111

From Sydney to Chicago

One-way from

$1,137

One-way flight from Sydney to Chicago

Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.
What is the cheapest day to fly return from Sydney to Chicago?

Friday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Sydney to Chicago. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Chicago.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Chicago?

Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Sydney. Users have commonly found prices around $1,305 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $987. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in January.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Chicago (SYD - CHI)?

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 12% on flights from Sydney to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Cheap flights from Sydney to Chicago in January, February 2021

The best prices found for SYD to CHI flights in January, February
25 Jan - 12 Feb
$8,295pp
SYD
Sydney Kingsford Smith
United Airlines
 
1 STOP
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines
 
1 STOP
SYD
Sydney Kingsford Smith
11 Feb - 25 Feb
$13,314pp
SYD
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Etihad Airways
   
2 STOPS
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Etihad Airways
   
2 STOPS
SYD
Sydney Kingsford Smith
11 Feb - 25 Feb
$17,374pp
SYD
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Air New Zealand
   
2 STOPS
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Air New Zealand
 
1 STOP
SYD
Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sydney to Chicago 2021 flight deals

Cheap flights to Chicago from Sydney found for this year
30 Aug - 3 Sep
$1,363pp
SYD
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Japan Airlines
 
1 STOP
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Japan Airlines
 
1 STOP
SYD
Sydney Kingsford Smith
30 Aug - 3 Sep
$1,370pp
SYD
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Japan Airlines
 
1 STOP
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Japan Airlines
 
1 STOP
SYD
Sydney Kingsford Smith
30 Aug - 1 Sep
$1,371pp
SYD
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Japan Airlines
 
1 STOP
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Japan Airlines
 
1 STOP
SYD
Sydney Kingsford Smith

One-way flights to Chicago from Sydney

The cheapest one-way flights from Sydney to Chicago
06:15 - 14:34
American Airlines
2 stops
25h 19m
SYD - ORD
American Airlines
$1,137
09:00 - 14:14
United Airlines
1 stop
22h 14m
SYD - ORD
United Airlines
$1,189
United
06:20 - 18:05
Delta
2 stops
27h 45m
SYD - ORD
Delta
$1,193
Delta

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Useful info, stats and facts about Sydney to Chicago flights.

Flight FAQs

From Sydney to Chicago

Can I find flights from Sydney to Chicago for under $2,331 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Sydney to Chicago for under $2,331. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $2,331, but on average you can expect to pay $7,170.

Which airlines flying from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chicago have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like United Airlines, Air New Zealand, and American Airlines flying from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chicago have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.

Are there direct flights from Sydney to Chicago for under $2,331 on Cheapflights?

There are no direct flights from Sydney to Chicago, but Cheapflights can provide you with all the information you need to find the fastest route with the fewest stops.

Is Sydney weather warmer or cooler than Chicago?

Temperatures around the 29 °Cs can be experienced in July. The weather in Chicago is hotter than in Sydney. Plan for potential changes in flight availability as peak weather approaches in this location.

How long does is the flight from Sydney to Chicago?

Departing from Sydney to Chicago will take you 20h 52m. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines to flying from Sydney to Chicago return?

Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $2,331. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $2,745 and $4,052, respectively.

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

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $1,122 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $1,123 and American Airlines from $1,137 one-way.

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Destination information for Chicago

Things to know before you go. Useful info for your trip from Sydney to Chicago
Today's exchange rate
$1 = $0.78
Average temperature for January in Chicago
1.0 °C
Avg rainfall for January in Chicago
17.0 mm

Airports servicing Sydney

Sydney (SYD)

Airports servicing Chicago

Chicago-O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Rockford (RFD)

Top 10 airlines flying from Sydney to Chicago

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users travelling from Sydney to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.

Airline Cheapest Average Flexibility On-time COVID-19 safety
China Eastern 		$728 $904 No cancel fee 62%

We couldn't confirm the COVID-19 safety measures taken by China Eastern. Please check directly on their website for additional information.
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Air New Zealand 		$729 $980 No cancel fee 78%
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United Airlines 		$753 $1,019 No cancel fee 69%
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Air Canada 		$807 $1,021 No cancel fee 67%
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Korean Air 		$856 $1,116 No cancel fee 81%
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Qantas Airways 		$828 $1,153 No cancel fee 74%
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Japan Airlines 		$975 $1,181 No cancel fee 79%

We couldn't confirm the COVID-19 safety measures taken by Japan Airlines. Please check directly on their website for additional information.
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Cathay Pacific 		$977 $1,188 No cancel fee 72%
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American Airlines 		$838 $1,212 No cancel fee 71%
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ANA 		$1,266 $1,520 No cancel fee 80%
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