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Cheap flights from Chicago to Australia from $680

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Chicago to Australia departing on 12/8. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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06:40 - 22:10ORD-SYD
48h 30m2 stops
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13:15 - 05:40SYD-ORD
31h 25m2 stops
$1,340
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Wed, 6 Aug - Fri, 22 Aug
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06:40 - 11:45ORD-SYD
38h 05m2 stops
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13:15 - 05:40SYD-ORD
31h 25m2 stops
$1,369
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Tue, 12 Aug - Tue, 26 Aug
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07:00 - 07:05ORD-SYD
33h 05m2 stops
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09:10 - 00:04SYD-ORD
29h 54m2 stops
$1,523Alaska Airlines
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Sun, 24 Aug - Sat, 6 Sep
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10:00 - 07:30ORD-SYD
30h 30m2 stops
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17:45 - 07:03SYD-ORD
28h 18m2 stops
$1,699Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 10 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep
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20:05 - 19:15ORD-SYD
32h 10m2 stops
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12:50 - 08:40SYD-ORD
35h 50m1 stop
$1,730ANA
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Sat, 27 Sep - Sun, 12 Oct
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17:45 - 20:15ORD-SYD
34h 30m1 stop
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12:25 - 05:16SYD-ORD
33h 51m2 stops
$1,737ANA
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Tue, 14 Oct - Mon, 10 Nov
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16:57 - 05:00ORD-MEL
44h 03m1 stop
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12:00 - 20:57MEL-ORD
24h 57m1 stop
$1,964Qantas Airways
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Sun, 19 Oct - Tue, 28 Oct
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16:02 - 06:30ORD-BNE
22h 28m1 stop
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11:30 - 16:00BNE-ORD
20h 30m1 stop
$2,081Qantas Airways
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Sat, 29 Nov - Sun, 7 Dec
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08:51 - 17:50ORD-CBR
40h 59m2 stops
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06:30 - 14:41CBR-ORD
24h 11m2 stops
$2,186Air Canada
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Mon, 20 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
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15:40 - 18:10ORD-ADL
36h 00m2 stops
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19:00 - 14:54ADL-ORD
34h 24m2 stops
$2,601Air Canada
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Mon, 4 Aug - Mon, 11 Aug

ANA flights from Chicago to Australia

Our best ANA deals on Chicago to Australia flight tickets
ANA
27 Sept
ORD20:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 10m
2 stops
SYD19:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
12 Oct
SYD12:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
35h 50m
1 stop
ORD08:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
ANA
14 Oct
ORD17:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 30m
1 stop
SYD20:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
10 Nov
SYD12:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 51m
2 stops
ORD05:16Chicago O'Hare Intl
ANA
26 Aug
ORD20:20Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 55m
2 stops
SYD19:15Sydney Kingsford Smith
7 Sept
SYD20:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
34h 02m
2 stops
ORD15:57Chicago O'Hare Intl

Delta flights from Chicago to Australia

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to Australia flight tickets
Delta
8 Dec
MDW10:35Chicago Midway
28h 25m
2 stops
MEL08:00Melbourne
21 Dec
MEL10:10Melbourne
24h 27m
2 stops
MDW17:37Chicago Midway
Delta
26 Oct
MDW13:00Chicago Midway
26h 30m
2 stops
SYD07:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
24 Nov
SYD10:40Sydney Kingsford Smith
28h 04m
2 stops
MDW21:44Chicago Midway
Delta
7 July
MDW13:46Chicago Midway
25h 49m
2 stops
SYD06:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
23 July
SYD09:25Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 17m
2 stops
MDW21:42Chicago Midway

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Australia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,313. If you don’t want to visit Australia in August, then you should wait until April to fly from Chicago, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,319.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Australia from Chicago is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as $1,400. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Chicago to Australia on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $3,741. 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 Australia?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Australia is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Chicago to Australia in the afternoon for as low as $1,794. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights to Australia are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $2,466. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Australia from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Australia for around $1,688 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Australia from Chicago for as low as $1,416 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Australia flights?

You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Australia flight.

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Best price found

$680

Fastest flight time

21h 53m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Australia

6 airports
The best one-way flight to Australia from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $680. The best return flight deal from Chicago to Australia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,340.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Australia takes 21h 53m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Australia. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Perth Airport and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Brisbane Airport.
There are 6 airports near Australia: Melbourne Avalon (AVV), Canberra (CBR), Melbourne (MEL), Brisbane (BNE), Perth (PER), Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)

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

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Australia are updated daily.

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Australia.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Australia trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Australia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.


Best airlines flying from Chicago to Australia

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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,298Free cancellationRating
7.5
872 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $1,661Free cancellationRating
7.1
9,678 reviews
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Can I find flights from Chicago to Australia with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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