Which airlines fly to Chicago?

Qantas Airways, Air Canada and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Australia according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 60% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Chicago?

Flight times from Australia to Chicago vary, but if you’re flying out of Brisbane and flying into Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 21h 19m on average. Another popular route from Australia to Chicago is flying from Adelaide to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, which will take roughly 21h 30m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Australia to Chicago?

Air New Zealand and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Australia to Chicago

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Chicago?

Prices for flights from Australia to Chicago are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Chicago?

As of November 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Chicago.

How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Chicago?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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10:45 - 08:05BNE-ORD

37h 20m2 stops

15:35 - 08:45ORD-BNE

25h 10m1 stop

$1,158Air Canada

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Tue, 20 Jan - Mon, 9 Feb

10:45 - 08:05BNE-ORD

37h 20m2 stops

15:35 - 08:45ORD-BNE

25h 10m1 stop

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12:10 - 21:11MEL-ORD

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22:17 - 07:05ORD-SYD

41h 48m1 stop

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43h 55m1 stop

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12:00 - 16:49MEL-ORD

21h 49m1 stop

14:00 - 09:30ORD-MEL

26h 30m1 stop

$1,707Qantas Airways

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10:30 - 23:59PER-ORD

26h 29m2 stops

16:57 - 08:50ORD-PER

26h 53m2 stops

$1,775Qantas Airways

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Air New Zealand flights from Australia to Chicago

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Air New Zealand

20 Jan

BNE08:20Brisbane

28h 05m

2 stops

ORD20:25Chicago O'Hare Intl

17 Feb

ORD12:55Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 05m

2 stops

BNE07:00Brisbane

$1,489

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Air New Zealand

11 May

MEL12:10Melbourne

24h 01m

2 stops

ORD21:11Chicago O'Hare Intl

29 May

ORD16:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 15m

2 stops

MEL10:55Melbourne

$1,556

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Air New Zealand

20 Jan

BNE08:20Brisbane

28h 05m

2 stops

ORD20:25Chicago O'Hare Intl

14 Feb

ORD12:55Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 00m

2 stops

BNE09:55Brisbane

$1,559

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Qantas Airways

20 Jan

BNE12:10Brisbane

18h 47m

1 stop

ORD14:57Chicago O'Hare Intl

14 Feb

ORD21:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

40h 00m

1 stop

BNE05:00Brisbane

$1,374

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Qantas Airways

20 Jan

BNE12:10Brisbane

18h 47m

1 stop

ORD14:57Chicago O'Hare Intl

9 Feb

ORD15:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 50m

1 stop

BNE05:00Brisbane

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20 Jan

BNE12:10Brisbane

18h 47m

1 stop

ORD14:57Chicago O'Hare Intl

14 Feb

ORD13:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 10m

2 stops

BNE09:25Brisbane

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BNEORD

Brisbane

Tue 20/1

10:45-08:05

2 stops37h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/2

15:35-08:45

1 stop25h 10m

$1,158

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Tue 20/1

10:45-08:05

2 stops37h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/2

15:35-08:45

1 stop25h 10m

$1,170

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

12:10-21:11

2 stops24h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 29/5

16:40-10:55

2 stops27h 15m

$1,556

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

$1,562

AdelaideChicago

ADL - ORD

ADLORD

Adelaide

Wed 18/2

14:55-19:55

1 stop21h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 22/2

21:10-09:30

2 stops43h 50m

$1,563

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MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

13:00-21:29

2 stops25h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/3

21:05-09:00

1 stop43h 55m

$1,627

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 16/5

09:10-13:55

1 stop19h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/6

17:36-07:05

2 stops22h 29m

$1,638

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/3

11:45-22:00

2 stops27h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 14/3

16:00-08:45

2 stops24h 45m

$1,684

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 17/1

12:00-16:49

1 stop21h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 20/2

14:00-09:30

1 stop26h 30m

$1,707

PerthChicago

PER - ORD

PERORD

Perth

Thu 14/5

10:30-23:59

2 stops26h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/6

16:57-08:50

2 stops26h 53m

$1,775

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

If you don’t want to visit Chicago in March, then you should wait until May to fly from Australia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,145.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Chicago. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,738. Flights from Australia to Chicago on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $2,046. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Our data shows that the cheapest Australia to Chicago flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Chicago in the afternoon for as low as $1,735. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $1,919.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $1,510 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Australia for as low as $1,201 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 24% on your flight if you consider stops on a Australia to Chicago flight.

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Fastest flight time	21h 19m
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The fastest flight from Australia to Chicago takes 21h 19m

There are no direct flights from Australia to Chicago. There are no popular flight routes from Australia to Chicago.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Australia to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Australia to Chicago are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Australia to Chicago?
As of November 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Australia to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Australia to Chicago?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Australia to Chicago

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $985	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 944 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,189	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 537 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,196	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,038 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,210	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,481 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,506	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,072 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,571	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,046 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
ANA	PriceFrom $1,626	Free cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,010 reviews	Search ANA flights
Japan Airlines	PriceFrom $2,002	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 1,630 reviews	Search Japan Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $2,216	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 425 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

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