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Cheap flights from Brisbane to Illinois from $853

BNE — ORD
23 Oct — 30 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Brisbane to Illinois

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Cheapest flights from Brisbane to Illinois

Tue 3/1100:50 -
1 stop27h 40m
Wed 11/1114:10 -
1 stop41h 10m
Deal found 20/9$1,579
Mon 19/1000:05 -
1 stop28h 50m
Tue 27/1015:10 -
1 stop41h 10m
Deal found 22/9$1,581
Mon 2/1112:15 -
1 stop40h 15m
Mon 9/1114:10 -
1 stop28h 35m
Deal found 18/9$1,586
Thu 5/1100:50 -
1 stop27h 40m
Fri 13/1114:10 -
1 stop41h 10m
Deal found 21/9$1,629
Mon 19/1012:20 -
1 stop40h 35m
Sun 1/1114:10 -
1 stop28h 35m
Deal found 22/9$1,659
Thu 5/1112:15 -
1 stop40h 15m
Mon 9/1114:10 -
1 stop28h 35m
Deal found 22/9$1,662
Mon 2/1118:45 -
2 stops33h 45m
Mon 9/1114:10 -
1 stop28h 35m
Deal found 18/9$1,749
Fri 6/1120:35 -
2 stops55h 55m
Fri 13/1114:10 -
1 stop41h 10m
Deal found 21/9$1,792

Find flight deals from Brisbane to Illinois

Round-trip from

$1,579

One-way from

$991

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$2,005
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 3/11-11/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 50m total
  • Brisbane to Illinois
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Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 28/9-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 50m total
  • Brisbane to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($138 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($93 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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BrisbaneChicago

BNE Brisbane - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

BNEORD

Brisbane

Tue 19/1

12:15-12:30

1 stop40h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$853

BrisbaneChicago

BNE Brisbane - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

BNEORD

Brisbane

Mon 1/2

12:15-12:30

1 stop40h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,042

BrisbaneChicago

BNE Brisbane - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

BNEORD

Brisbane

Sun 18/10

23:50-06:34

2 stops45h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,091

BrisbaneChicago

BNE Brisbane - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

BNEORD

Brisbane

Mon 15/2

11:45-07:05

2 stops35h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,094
Fastest return journey

BrisbaneChicago

BNE Brisbane - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

BNEORD

Brisbane

Tue 29/9

11:20-06:20

2 stops34h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,112

BrisbaneChicago

BNE Brisbane - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

BNEORD

Brisbane

Tue 19/1

22:55-00:26

3 stops41h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,116

BrisbaneChicago

BNE Brisbane - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

BNEORD

Brisbane

Sun 18/10

12:20-13:55

1 stop40h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,233

BrisbaneChicago

BNE Brisbane - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

BNEORD

Brisbane

Sun 10/1

11:25-22:57

3 stops51h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,490

BrisbaneChicago

BNE Brisbane - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

BNEORD

Brisbane

Sun 10/1

11:35-16:55

1 stop45h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,542

BrisbaneChicago

BNE Brisbane - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

BNEORD

Brisbane

Sat 9/1

22:20-22:08

3 stops39h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,612

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Best time to book a flight from Brisbane to Illinois

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Illinois (average of $1,362). Flying from Brisbane to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of $2,260). 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 Illinois?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Brisbane to Illinois flights typically cost between $1,870 and $2,446 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,579 on Cathay Pacific (3 Nov–11 Nov).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific,Qantas Airways, andAir Canada from Brisbane to Illinois have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,490 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,490 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,490 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,101 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,490 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,665 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Brisbane to Illinois?

    Brisbane (BNE), located 12.3 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Brisbane to Illinois.

  • How long is the flight from Brisbane to Illinois?

    There are many flights that can get you from Brisbane to Illinois in 40h 15m. Fly via Cathay Pacific to get the fastest option. Brisbane and Illinois are separated by a distance of 14318 km.

  • What are the most popular routes from Brisbane to Illinois?

    Most travellers choose Brisbane - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Brisbane - Chicago Midway or Brisbane - Moline Quad-City when deciding on the best route from Brisbane to Illinois.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brisbane to Illinois (average of $1,362). Flying from Brisbane to Illinois in August is currently the most expensive (average of $2,260). 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 2 airlines flying from Brisbane to Illinois

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$1,113Average$1,761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,941Average$2,432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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