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Cheap flights from Cairns to Chicago from $1,206

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07:00 - 13:55CNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
45h 55m2 stops Melbourne Hong Kong Intl
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16:15 - 19:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
36h 35m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$2,184Multiple Airlines
Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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11:20 - 06:34CNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 14m2 stops Brisbane Los Angeles Los Angeles
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06:20 - 11:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
38h 30m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,242Multiple Airlines
Fri, 16 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
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18:15 - 13:55CNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
58h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl
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16:15 - 08:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
49h 15m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$2,311Multiple Airlines
Fri, 16 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
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15:35 - 13:55CNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
37h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl
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16:15 - 08:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
49h 15m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$2,323Multiple Airlines
Thu, 15 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
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06:00 - 13:55CNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
46h 55m2 stops Brisbane Hong Kong Intl
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11:50 - 04:30ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
25h 40m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$2,450Multiple Airlines
Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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06:00 - 16:45CNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
25h 45m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl
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14:15 - 13:40ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
32h 25m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,654Multiple Airlines
Thu, 15 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
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12:35 - 12:55CNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
40h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl
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14:10 - 10:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
52h 45m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$2,707Cathay Pacific
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
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12:35 - 12:55CNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
40h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl
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14:10 - 10:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
52h 45m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$2,708Cathay Pacific
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
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12:35 - 12:55CNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
40h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl
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14:10 - 10:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
52h 45m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$2,713Cathay Pacific
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
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12:35 - 12:55CNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
40h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl
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14:10 - 10:55ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
52h 45m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$2,715Cathay Pacific
Thu, 5 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov

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Cathay Pacific flights from Cairns to Chicago

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Cathay Pacific
5 Nov
CNS12:35Cairns
40h 20m
2 stops
ORD12:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
9 Nov
ORD14:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
52h 45m
2 stops
CNS10:55Cairns
$2,707
Cathay Pacific
5 Nov
CNS12:35Cairns
40h 20m
2 stops
ORD12:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
9 Nov
ORD14:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
52h 45m
2 stops
CNS10:55Cairns
$2,708
Cathay Pacific
5 Nov
CNS12:35Cairns
40h 20m
2 stops
ORD12:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
9 Nov
ORD14:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
52h 45m
2 stops
CNS10:55Cairns
$2,713

Virgin Australia flights from Cairns to Chicago

Our best Virgin Australia deals on Cairns to Chicago flight tickets
Virgin Australia
28 Sept
CNS19:15Cairns
38h 19m
2 stops
ORD18:34Chicago O'Hare Intl
5 Oct
ORD18:06Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 14m
3 stops
CNS23:20Cairns
$3,306
Virgin Australia
13 Oct
CNS17:25Cairns
38h 40m
3 stops
ORD17:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
20 Oct
ORD15:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 10m
3 stops
CNS16:45Cairns
$3,344

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CairnsChicago

CNS Cairns - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CNSORD

Cairns

Tue 13/10

07:00-13:55

2 stops45h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 20/10

16:15-19:50

2 stops36h 35m

$2,184

CairnsChicago

CNS Cairns - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CNSORD

Cairns

Fri 16/10

11:20-06:34

2 stops34h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 23/10

06:20-11:50

3 stops38h 30m

$2,242

CairnsChicago

CNS Cairns - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CNSORD

Cairns

Fri 16/10

18:15-13:55

2 stops58h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 23/10

16:15-08:30

2 stops49h 15m

$2,311

CairnsChicago

CNS Cairns - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CNSORD

Cairns

Thu 15/10

15:35-13:55

2 stops37h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 22/10

16:15-08:30

2 stops49h 15m

$2,323

CairnsChicago

CNS Cairns - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CNSORD

Cairns

Tue 13/10

06:00-13:55

2 stops46h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 20/10

11:50-04:30

1 stop25h 40m

$2,450
Fastest return journey

CairnsChicago

CNS Cairns - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CNSORD

Cairns

Thu 15/10

06:00-16:45

2 stops25h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 22/10

14:15-13:40

3 stops32h 25m

$2,654

CairnsChicago

CNS Cairns - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CNSORD

Cairns

Thu 5/11

12:35-12:55

2 stops40h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/11

14:10-10:55

2 stops52h 45m

$2,707

CairnsChicago

CNS Cairns - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CNSORD

Cairns

Thu 5/11

12:35-12:55

2 stops40h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/11

14:10-10:55

2 stops52h 45m

$2,708

CairnsChicago

CNS Cairns - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CNSORD

Cairns

Thu 5/11

12:35-12:55

2 stops40h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/11

14:10-10:55

2 stops52h 45m

$2,713

CairnsChicago

CNS Cairns - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

CNSORD

Cairns

Thu 5/11

12:35-12:55

2 stops40h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/11

14:10-10:55

2 stops52h 45m

$2,715

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Best price found

$1,206

Fastest flight time

34h 14m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Cairns in the past 72 hours is $1,206. The best return flight deal from Cairns to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $2,184.
The fastest flight from Cairns to Chicago takes 34h 14m
There are no direct flights from Cairns to Chicago. There are no popular flight routes from Cairns to Chicago.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cairns to Chicago

  • How far is Cairns to Chicago by plane?

    Cairns and Chicago are 14250.2 km apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 34h 14m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Chicago?

    Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Chicago are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Chicago?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cairns Airport to Chicago.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago 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.

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    Price Alerts will notify you by email when the price for flights to Chicago from Cairns decreases. To activate this, select your desired travel dates and search for offers. While browsing through offers you’ll see the Price Alert widget toggle. Click it to turn on notifications.

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    Plan your trips smart with the “Price Forecast” feature, which uses flight data to help you pick the best days to fly for the lowest fares. Our “Price Calendar” helps you get the most for your money by showing you when it’s most advantageous to fly. Curate your own travel experiences for less with “Explore”. Expert travel hacks to fuel your next adventure are a click away with “Discover” by momondo. Set up our “Price Alerts” to track fare changes and book when prices are at their lowest point.

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