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Cheap flights from Illinois to Sydney from $886

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 24/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SYD
11 Jun — 18 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Sydney

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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 May 2026.

Sat 7/1107:00
STL
-
SYD
1 stop33h 00m
Qantas Airways
Thu 19/1119:15
SYD
-
STL
2 stops34h 22m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 7/5$1,409
Wed 21/1006:30
STL
-
SYD
1 stop33h 35m
Qantas Airways
Mon 26/1017:50
SYD
-
STL
2 stops38h 52m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 11/5$1,607
Thu 13/808:42
STL
-
SYD
1 stop31h 13m
Air New Zealand
Sun 23/810:20
SYD
-
STL
1 stop23h 19m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 11/5$1,670
Wed 27/519:23
STL
-
SYD
1 stop20h 32m
Air New Zealand
Sat 6/610:20
SYD
-
STL
1 stop22h 57m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 10/5$1,672
Sun 17/507:05
STL
-
SYD
2 stops33h 15m
Air Canada
Sun 24/509:20
SYD
-
STL
2 stops22h 13m
Air Canada
Deal found 10/5$1,674
Tue 18/821:07
ORD
-
SYD
1 stop43h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/913:15
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops32h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5$1,683
Wed 26/817:45
ORD
-
SYD
1 stop34h 25m
ANA
Tue 8/920:55
SYD
-
ORD
1 stop26h 45m
ANA
Deal found 7/5$1,699
Sat 13/619:05
STL
-
SYD
2 stops44h 50m
United Airlines
Sat 27/609:30
SYD
-
STL
2 stops29h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 11/5$1,699
Tue 27/1017:35
ORD
-
SYD
1 stop34h 40m
ANA
Tue 10/1112:25
SYD
-
ORD
1 stop35h 55m
ANA
Deal found 11/5$1,741
Sat 1/819:23
STL
-
SYD
1 stop20h 32m
United Airlines
Fri 14/810:20
SYD
-
STL
1 stop23h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 9/5$1,741
Sat 15/821:13
ORD
-
SYD
1 stop43h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/913:15
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops32h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5$1,750
Tue 27/1017:35
ORD
-
SYD
1 stop34h 40m
ANA
Mon 9/1112:25
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops33h 40m
ANA
Deal found 10/5$1,755

Find flight deals from Illinois to Sydney

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Sydney flight deals. Data was last updated 12 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,409

One-way from

$886

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,997
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 7/11-19/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 67h 22m total
  • Illinois to Sydney
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24/8
  • 24/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 37m total
  • Illinois to Sydney
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average return price).
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St. LouisSydney

STL - SYD

STLSYD

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 22/7

19:23-06:55

1 stop20h 32m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 28/8

10:20-18:39

1 stop23h 19m

$1,672

St. LouisSydney

STL - SYD

STLSYD

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 13/8

08:42-06:55

1 stop31h 13m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 22/8

10:20-16:34

2 stops21h 14m

$1,748

St. LouisSydney

STL - SYD

STLSYD

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 23/7

16:48-07:00

2 stops23h 12m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 27/8

10:20-18:39

1 stop23h 19m

$1,748

St. LouisSydney

STL - SYD

STLSYD

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 13/6

19:23-06:55

1 stop20h 32m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 27/6

09:30-18:13

2 stops23h 43m

$1,748

EvansvilleSydney

EVV - SYD

EVVSYD

Evansville Dress Regional

Fri 14/8

12:27-06:25

2 stops26h 58m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 29/8

12:00-16:31

1 stop19h 31m

$1,912

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/9

18:54-18:50

2 stops32h 56m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 8/9

20:45-06:22

3 stops24h 37m

$2,112

PeoriaSydney

PIA - SYD

PIASYD

Greater Peoria

Sat 11/7

13:13-06:55

2 stops26h 42m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/8

09:30-16:56

2 stops22h 26m

$2,160

St. LouisSydney

STL - SYD

STLSYD

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 25/7

06:37-10:45

2 stops37h 08m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 31/8

17:50-22:55

1 stop20h 05m

$2,163

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/8

20:42-18:50

2 stops31h 08m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 4/9

20:45-06:22

3 stops24h 37m

$2,167

PeoriaSydney

PIA - SYD

PIASYD

Greater Peoria

Wed 26/8

16:43-06:55

1 stop23h 12m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/9

12:00-23:19

1 stop26h 19m

$2,220

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Illinois to Sydney?

The price you pay for your flight from Illinois to Sydney may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 48 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 Illinois to Sydney?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Sydney (average of $190). Flying from Illinois to Sydney in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,166). 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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Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 7.5 km from the city centre, Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Sydney from Illinois.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Sydney?

    A quick flight from Illinois to Sydney can take about 20h 32m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,672. The distance between Illinois and Sydney is about 14571 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Illinois to Sydney, consider Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith, Chicago Midway - Sydney Kingsford Smith or Lambert-St Louis - Sydney Kingsford Smith, as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Sydney (average of $190). Flying from Illinois to Sydney in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,166). 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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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$2,029Average$2,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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