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Cheap flights from Sydney to Illinois from $678

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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — ORD
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.

Thu 4/1210:40SYD - MDW
2 stops30h 07mDelta
Mon 8/1219:02MDW - SYD
2 stops44h 28mDelta
Deal found 25/11$1,800
Thu 25/1214:15SYD - ORD
2 stops36h 10mDelta
Fri 23/106:50ORD - SYD
2 stops32h 40mDelta
Deal found 26/11$1,876
Thu 25/1217:45SYD - ORD
1 stop30h 14mAmerican Airlines
Fri 23/115:10ORD - SYD
1 stop24h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,936
Thu 25/1211:20SYD - ORD
1 stop21h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/109:15ORD - SYD
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,971
Thu 25/1211:20SYD - ORD
1 stop22h 31mQantas Airways
Sat 10/119:40ORD - SYD
1 stop41h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/11$2,086
Wed 17/1217:30SYD - ORD
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/105:00ORD - SYD
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$2,129
Thu 25/1212:10SYD - ORD
2 stops21h 49mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/112:53ORD - SYD
2 stops27h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/11$2,169
Thu 25/1216:00SYD - ORD
2 stops45h 10mAir Canada
Sat 10/115:35ORD - SYD
1 stop22h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 26/11$2,203
Mon 15/1217:45SYD - ORD
1 stop23h 14mQantas Airways
Tue 30/1216:34ORD - SYD
1 stop23h 26mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/11$2,206
Mon 15/1217:45SYD - ORD
1 stop29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1209:34ORD - SYD
3 stops34h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$2,209
Thu 25/1214:15SYD - MDW
2 stops25h 07mDelta
Sat 10/113:28MDW - SYD
2 stops24h 22mDelta
Deal found 26/11$2,394
Mon 15/1217:45SYD - MDW
2 stops32h 01mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/1206:14MDW - SYD
2 stops33h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$2,575

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sydney to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,399

One-way from

$678

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,776
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 14/2-18/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 77h 03m total
  • Sydney to Illinois
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5/12
  • 5/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 13m total
  • Sydney to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($652 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($104 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 27 November 2025.
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SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 16/5

09:10-23:59

1 stop29h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/6

22:17-07:05

1 stop41h 48m

$1,551

SydneySt. Louis

SYD - STL

SYDSTL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/4

17:50-23:16

1 stop20h 26m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 18/4

16:09-06:55

1 stop23h 46m

$1,816

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 16/5

11:55-22:42

2 stops25h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/6

16:40-08:45

2 stops25h 05m

$1,830

SydneySt. Louis

SYD - STL

SYDSTL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/4

12:00-16:11

1 stop19h 11m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 18/4

16:09-07:30

2 stops24h 21m

$1,871

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 25/12

14:15-09:25

2 stops36h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 23/1

06:50-08:30

2 stops32h 40m

$1,876

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 25/12

17:45-06:59

1 stop30h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 23/1

15:10-09:00

1 stop24h 50m

$1,936

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 21/5

09:20-07:58

2 stops37h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 28/5

08:40-07:20

3 stops31h 40m

$1,966

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 25/12

11:20-15:49

1 stop21h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/1

09:15-09:00

2 stops30h 45m

$1,971

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 16/5

09:10-15:56

1 stop21h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/6

18:45-07:05

1 stop21h 20m

$2,073

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 17/12

17:30-06:05

2 stops29h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/1

05:00-07:25

2 stops33h 25m

$2,129

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Illinois

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Illinois (average of $953). Flying from Sydney to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,610). 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 SYD to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 27 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sydney to Illinois is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 28% on airfare.

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

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

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Illinois?

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 27 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Illinois, such as Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
537 reviews
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Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
537 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
537 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
537 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,050 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
537 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,039 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
537 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,481 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
537 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Illinois. 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 Sydney to Illinois?

    If you book a flight to Illinois from Sydney, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith, which is the city’s only airport. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is located 7.5 km from the centre of Sydney.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Illinois?

    Departing from Sydney to Illinois will take you 20h 26m. The distance between Sydney and Illinois is about 14571 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air New Zealand, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $979. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Sydney to Illinois for a low price.

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

    The most popular route from Sydney to Illinois is Sydney Kingsford Smith - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - Chicago Midway or Sydney Kingsford Smith - Lambert-St Louis.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Illinois (average of $953). Flying from Sydney to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,610). 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 Sydney to Illinois

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 27 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,011Average$1,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,199Average$1,250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,201Average$1,733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,455Average$1,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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ANACheapest$1,615Average$1,743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,639Average$2,326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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