Cheap flights from Australia to Chicago from $968

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American Airlines Logo
08:40 - 07:15
BNE
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ORD
37h 35m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
11:45 - 05:00
ORD
-
BNE
26h 15m2 stops
$1,284American Airlines
Fri, 13 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar
Air Canada Logo
10:45 - 14:41
BNE
-
ORD
19h 56m1 stop
Air Canada Logo
08:00 - 08:45
ORD
-
BNE
56h 45m2 stops
$1,380Air Canada
Wed, 21 Jan - Wed, 28 Jan
American Airlines Logo
08:40 - 08:20
BNE
-
ORD
38h 40m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
13:40 - 05:00
ORD
-
BNE
24h 20m1 stop
$1,384American Airlines
Tue, 17 Mar - Wed, 1 Apr
United Airlines Logo
11:30 - 14:50
MEL
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ORD
20h 20m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
10:35 - 09:30
ORD
-
MEL
29h 55m2 stops
$1,517United Airlines
Tue, 20 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan
United Airlines Logo
11:30 - 14:45
MEL
-
ORD
20h 15m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
21:10 - 08:30
ORD
-
MEL
43h 20m1 stop
$1,520United Airlines
Tue, 3 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:35 - 12:55
CNS
-
ORD
65h 20m2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
14:35 - 09:55
ORD
-
CNS
27h 20m1 stop
$2,004Cathay Pacific
Wed, 11 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:35 - 12:55
CNS
-
ORD
65h 20m2 stops
Cathay Pacific Logo
14:35 - 09:55
ORD
-
CNS
27h 20m1 stop
$2,009Cathay Pacific
Wed, 11 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb
Qantas Airways Logo
09:25 - 20:39
OOL
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ORD
27h 14m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
11:56 - 10:25
ORD
-
OOL
30h 29m2 stops
$2,182Qantas Airways
Wed, 21 Jan - Wed, 28 Jan
Japan Airlines Logo
00:25 - 13:45
PER
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ORD
27h 20m2 stops
Japan Airlines Logo
18:40 - 23:55
ORD
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PER
40h 15m2 stops
$2,369Japan Airlines
Fri, 6 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar
Japan Airlines Logo
00:25 - 13:45
PER
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ORD
27h 20m2 stops
Japan Airlines Logo
18:40 - 23:55
ORD
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PER
40h 15m2 stops
$2,373Japan Airlines
Fri, 6 Mar - Wed, 11 Mar

Air Canada flights from Australia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best Air Canada deals on Australia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
Air Canada
21 Jan
BNE10:45Brisbane
19h 56m
1 stop
ORD14:41Chicago O'Hare Intl
28 Jan
ORD08:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
56h 45m
2 stops
BNE08:45Brisbane
Air Canada
20 Jan
BNE10:45Brisbane
37h 20m
2 stops
ORD08:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
27 Jan
ORD13:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 40m
1 stop
BNE08:45Brisbane
Air Canada
20 Jan
BNE10:45Brisbane
22h 18m
2 stops
ORD17:03Chicago O'Hare Intl
27 Jan
ORD10:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 45m
2 stops
BNE08:45Brisbane

Qantas Airways flights from Australia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Australia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
Qantas Airways
21 Jan
BNE09:40Brisbane
21h 57m
1 stop
ORD15:37Chicago O'Hare Intl
28 Jan
ORD13:15Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 15m
1 stop
BNE06:30Brisbane
Qantas Airways
7 Mar
SYD07:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
23h 01m
2 stops
ORD13:06Chicago O'Hare Intl
14 Mar
ORD16:49Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 06m
2 stops
SYD10:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qantas Airways
16 May
SYD09:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
21h 46m
1 stop
ORD15:56Chicago O'Hare Intl
6 June
ORD18:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 20m
1 stop
SYD07:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Return

Price

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Fri 13/3

08:40-07:15

2 stops37h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/3

11:45-05:00

2 stops26h 15m

$1,284

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Wed 21/1

10:45-14:41

1 stop19h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 28/1

08:00-08:45

2 stops56h 45m

$1,380

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Tue 17/3

08:40-08:20

2 stops38h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

13:40-05:00

1 stop24h 20m

$1,384

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 20/1

11:30-14:50

1 stop20h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 27/1

10:35-09:30

2 stops29h 55m

$1,517

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

11:30-14:45

1 stop20h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/3

21:10-08:30

1 stop43h 20m

$1,520

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Wed 11/2

11:35-12:55

2 stops65h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 15/2

14:35-09:55

1 stop27h 20m

$2,004

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Wed 11/2

11:35-12:55

2 stops65h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 15/2

14:35-09:55

1 stop27h 20m

$2,009

CoolangattaChicago

OOL - ORD

OOLORD

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Wed 21/1

09:25-20:39

2 stops27h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 28/1

11:56-10:25

2 stops30h 29m

$2,182

PerthChicago

PER - ORD

PERORD

Perth

Fri 6/3

00:25-13:45

2 stops27h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/3

18:40-23:55

2 stops40h 15m

$2,369

PerthChicago

PER - ORD

PERORD

Perth

Fri 6/3

00:25-13:45

2 stops27h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/3

18:40-23:55

2 stops40h 15m

$2,373

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Australia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Australia, with most prices found around $1,076. If you are unable to visit Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport during the month of February, then departing from Australia during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,091.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from Australia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is on a Monday. Travellers who choose to depart for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as $1,826. The most expensive day to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $2,223.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Our data shows that the cheapest Australia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the afternoon for as low as $1,735. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is in the morning when prices are around $1,968.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for around $1,439 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Australia for as low as $1,162 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Australia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 24% on your flight if you consider stops on a Australia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight.

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Fastest flight time

19h 06m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Australia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 19h 06m
There are no direct flights from Australia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Australia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.
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    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Australia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Australia to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $954Free cancellationRating
7.5
948 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,155Free cancellationRating
8.0
551 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,163Free cancellationRating
7.2
11,044 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $1,176Free cancellationRating
7.1
10,512 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $1,464Free cancellationRating
7.6
1,087 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,533Free cancellationRating
7.4
9,076 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $1,581Free cancellationRating
8.4
1,018 reviews
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Japan AirlinesPriceFrom $1,946Free cancellationRating
8.3
1,640 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $2,155Free cancellationRating
7.6
426 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $2,456Free cancellationRating
7.4
3,676 reviews
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