Cheap flights from Australia to Illinois from $875

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 14/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — ORD
17 Jan — 24 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Illinois

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2025.

Sun 21/1211:30MEL - STL
2 stops27h 52mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/108:05STL - MEL
2 stops32h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12$1,327
Wed 17/1211:30MEL - ORD
2 stops26h 37mUnited Airlines
Wed 24/1210:56ORD - MEL
2 stops29h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12$1,526
Mon 22/1211:40BNE - ORD
1 stop29h 29mUnited Airlines
Thu 19/311:00ORD - BNE
1 stop28h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12$1,619
Thu 25/1210:40SYD - MDW
2 stops23h 39mDelta
Wed 21/109:50MDW - SYD
2 stops29h 40mDelta
Deal found 17/12$1,735
Thu 25/1214:00SYD - ORD
1 stop20h 04mUnited Airlines
Wed 21/113:00ORD - SYD
2 stops27h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12$1,735
Thu 18/1211:50SYD - ORD
1 stop23h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 22/118:29ORD - SYD
1 stop21h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12$1,808
Thu 25/1214:00SYD - ORD
1 stop20h 04mUnited Airlines
Fri 23/120:10ORD - SYD
1 stop43h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/12$1,812
Sat 20/1214:00SYD - ORD
2 stops27h 14mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/109:01ORD - SYD
2 stops28h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/12$1,888
Thu 25/1212:10SYD - ORD
1 stop24h 55mVirgin Australia
Wed 21/116:16ORD - SYD
1 stop23h 59mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/12$2,036
Mon 22/1220:55BNE - ORD
2 stops39h 30mVirgin Australia
Thu 19/314:35ORD - BNE
2 stops30h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/12$2,045
Sat 20/1211:20SYD - ORD
1 stop34h 17mVirgin Australia
Sat 10/120:10ORD - SYD
1 stop43h 55mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/12$2,077
Thu 25/1214:15SYD - ORD
2 stops36h 10mDelta
Fri 23/105:30ORD - SYD
2 stops34h 00mDelta
Deal found 18/12$2,093

Find flight deals from Australia to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated 18 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,200

One-way from

$875

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,211
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 24/1-25/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 24m total
  • Australia to Illinois
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 14/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 24m total
  • Australia to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($589 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($102 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Illinois 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 18 December 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Sat 24/1

11:40-20:14

2 stops24h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 25/1

14:40-07:30

1 stop24h 50m

$1,200

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Tue 17/3

08:40-07:15

2 stops37h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

09:25-05:00

2 stops28h 35m

$1,283

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Fri 13/3

08:40-07:15

2 stops37h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/3

13:40-05:00

1 stop24h 20m

$1,289

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Thu 19/3

19:40-18:05

2 stops37h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 23/3

09:28-05:00

1 stop28h 32m

$1,383

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 14/1

10:10-17:34

2 stops24h 24m

Chicago Midway

Tue 12/5

18:45-07:50

2 stops46h 05m

$1,534

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 14/1

10:10-18:32

2 stops25h 22m

Chicago Midway

Sun 10/5

18:45-07:50

2 stops46h 05m

$1,534

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 14/1

10:10-18:32

2 stops25h 22m

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/5

14:00-07:50

2 stops26h 50m

$1,534

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 14/1

10:10-17:34

2 stops24h 24m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/5

13:00-07:50

2 stops27h 50m

$1,534

AdelaideChicago

ADL - ORD

ADLORD

Adelaide

Tue 2/6

12:40-23:55

2 stops25h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/8

17:51-09:25

2 stops25h 04m

$1,576

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 14/1

10:10-18:32

2 stops25h 22m

Chicago Midway

Thu 7/5

18:45-07:50

2 stops46h 05m

$1,610

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Illinois

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Illinois

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Illinois?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Illinois (average of $917). Flying from Australia to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,551). 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 AU to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Australia to Illinois is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 12% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Australia to Illinois?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Australia to Illinois. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Australia to Illinois flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated 18 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from Australia to Illinois. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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

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  • How long is the flight from Australia to Illinois?

    Airlines like United Airlines, American Airlines, and Air New Zealand fly from Australia to Illinois in about 24h 34m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 13h 01m. There are 14318 km between Australia and Illinois. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to Illinois one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $192. Qantas Airways flights start at $570 while deals on Cathay Pacific start at $996 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to Illinois that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Illinois?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to Illinois?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Illinois (average of $917). Flying from Australia to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,551). 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 10 airlines flying from Australia to Illinois

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Illinois. 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 18 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$958Average$1,567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,161Average$1,647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,168Average$1,689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,181Average$1,716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,349Average$2,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,470Average$2,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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ANACheapest$1,588Average$1,718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,955Average$2,330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,164Average$3,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,467Average$3,185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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