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Cheap flights from Cairns to Chicago from $1,204

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Qantas Airways Logo
17:35 - 23:55
CNS
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ORD
45h 20m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
16:49 - 10:50
ORD
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CNS
51h 01m
2 stops
$1,874Qantas Airways
Fri, 20 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 14:41
CNS
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ORD
23h 41m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:12 - 13:40
ORD
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CNS
33h 28m
3 stops
$2,816Multiple Airlines
Fri, 20 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:05 - 19:45
CNS
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ORD
40h 40m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:12 - 13:40
ORD
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CNS
33h 28m
3 stops
$3,102Multiple Airlines
Fri, 20 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:25 - 04:49
CNS
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ORD
29h 24m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:30 - 04:35
ORD
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CNS
26h 05m
1 stop
$4,007Multiple Airlines
Fri, 20 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:55 - 14:50
CNS
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ORD
41h 55m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:30 - 04:35
ORD
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CNS
26h 05m
1 stop
$7,436Multiple Airlines
Fri, 20 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar

Cathay Pacific flights from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
12 Feb
CNS11:25Cairns
41h 30m
1 stop
ORD12:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
16 Feb
ORD14:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
52h 10m
2 stops
CNS10:45Cairns
$1,862
Cathay Pacific
12 Feb
CNS11:25Cairns
41h 30m
1 stop
ORD12:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
16 Feb
ORD14:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
52h 10m
2 stops
CNS10:45Cairns
$1,907
Cathay Pacific
12 Feb
CNS11:25Cairns
41h 30m
1 stop
ORD12:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
16 Feb
ORD14:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 15m
2 stops
CNS16:50Cairns
$1,912

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

Our best Air Canada deals on Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
Air Canada
12 Feb
CNS06:00Cairns
24h 41m
2 stops
ORD14:41Chicago O'Hare Intl
16 Feb
ORD14:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 55m
3 stops
CNS14:55Cairns
$4,572
Air Canada
12 Feb
CNS06:00Cairns
26h 38m
2 stops
ORD16:38Chicago O'Hare Intl
16 Feb
ORD13:12Chicago O'Hare Intl
33h 43m
3 stops
CNS14:55Cairns
$4,821

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Depart

Return

Price

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Fri 20/3

17:35-23:55

2 stops45h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/3

16:49-10:50

2 stops51h 01m

$1,874

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Fri 20/3

06:00-14:41

2 stops23h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/3

13:12-13:40

3 stops33h 28m

$2,816

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Fri 20/3

18:05-19:45

3 stops40h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/3

13:12-13:40

3 stops33h 28m

$3,102

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Fri 20/3

14:25-04:49

2 stops29h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/3

11:30-04:35

1 stop26h 05m

$4,007

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Fri 20/3

11:55-14:50

1 stop41h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/3

11:30-04:35

1 stop26h 05m

$7,436

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Fri 17/4

07:00-13:55

2 stops45h 55m

$1,204

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Fri 17/4

06:00-13:55

2 stops46h 55m

$1,214

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Fri 17/4

15:35-14:16

3 stops37h 41m

$1,294

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Fri 17/4

06:00-13:55

2 stops46h 55m

$1,304

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Fri 17/4

15:35-14:16

3 stops37h 41m

$1,319

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Cheap Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (CNS to ORD) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

23h 12m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 23h 12m
There are no direct flights from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.
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  • How far is Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl by plane?

    A flight from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl will travel around 14225.4 km. By plane, this route typically takes 23h 12m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    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 Cairns Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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    By using tools like our “Price Calendar”, you can see the best days for return flights on your travels. Our “Price Forecast” tool uses AI to predict whether you should purchase or hold off on booking for potentially cheaper prices. Explore shows you all flight options from a city or airport to build your own unique adventure. The Discover blog also provides valuable insights for saving money while booking your experience. After searching you can toggle on “Price Alerts” to track prices for your desired flight and book at the ideal moment.

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