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Cheap flights from Chicago to Cairns from $2,352

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American Airlines Logo
17:10 - 15:00
ORD
-
CNS
30h 50m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
15:45 - 04:59
CNS
-
ORD
28h 14m
2 stops
$2,352American Airlines
Tue, 28 Jul - Fri, 7 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:20 - 05:30
ORD
-
CNS
43h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:15 - 15:30
CNS
-
ORD
35h 15m
2 stops
$2,399Multiple Airlines
Wed, 14 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
American Airlines Logo
17:10 - 10:35
ORD
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CNS
26h 25m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
15:45 - 05:00
CNS
-
ORD
28h 15m
2 stops
$2,558American Airlines
Mon, 1 Jun - Mon, 8 Jun
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:20 - 05:30
ORD
-
CNS
43h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:45 - 15:30
CNS
-
ORD
44h 45m
3 stops
$2,650Multiple Airlines
Wed, 14 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct
United Airlines Logo
08:55 - 11:10
ORD
-
CNS
35h 15m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 22:59
CNS
-
ORD
31h 59m
2 stops
$2,689United Airlines
Wed, 3 Jun - Wed, 10 Jun
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:08 - 12:55
ORD
-
CNS
26h 47m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:20 - 23:59
CNS
-
ORD
27h 39m
3 stops
$2,717Multiple Airlines
Tue, 28 Jul - Fri, 7 Aug
American Airlines Logo
11:45 - 10:35
ORD
-
CNS
31h 50m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
15:45 - 05:00
CNS
-
ORD
28h 15m
2 stops
$2,765American Airlines
Mon, 25 May - Mon, 8 Jun
American Airlines Logo
15:23 - 12:55
ORD
-
CNS
30h 32m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
15:45 - 05:00
CNS
-
ORD
28h 15m
2 stops
$2,773American Airlines
Sun, 21 Jun - Sun, 28 Jun
Qatar Airways Logo
19:20 - 09:50
ORD
-
CNS
47h 30m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
21:00 - 15:05
CNS
-
ORD
57h 05m
2 stops
$2,879Qatar Airways
Thu, 10 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
Qatar Airways Logo
19:20 - 09:50
ORD
-
CNS
47h 30m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
21:00 - 15:05
CNS
-
ORD
57h 05m
2 stops
$2,881Qatar Airways
Thu, 10 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep

American Airlines flights from Chicago to Cairns

Our best American Airlines deals on Chicago to Cairns flight tickets
American Airlines
28 July
ORD17:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 50m
2 stops
CNS15:00Cairns
7 Aug
CNS15:45Cairns
28h 14m
2 stops
ORD04:59Chicago O'Hare Intl
$2,352
American Airlines
1 June
ORD17:10Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 25m
2 stops
CNS10:35Cairns
8 June
CNS15:45Cairns
28h 15m
2 stops
ORD05:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
$2,558
American Airlines
25 May
ORD11:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 50m
2 stops
CNS10:35Cairns
8 June
CNS15:45Cairns
28h 15m
2 stops
ORD05:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
$2,765

Qatar Airways flights from Chicago to Cairns

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Chicago to Cairns flight tickets
Qatar Airways
10 Sept
ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl
47h 30m
2 stops
CNS09:50Cairns
14 Sept
CNS21:00Cairns
57h 05m
2 stops
ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
$2,879
Qatar Airways
10 Sept
ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl
47h 30m
2 stops
CNS09:50Cairns
14 Sept
CNS21:00Cairns
57h 05m
2 stops
ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
$2,881
Qatar Airways
19 Sept
ORD19:20Chicago O'Hare Intl
37h 00m
2 stops
CNS23:20Cairns
23 Sept
CNS21:00Cairns
57h 05m
2 stops
ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl
$2,939

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ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 28/7

17:10-15:00

2 stops30h 50m

Cairns

Fri 7/8

15:45-04:59

2 stops28h 14m

$2,352

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 14/10

19:20-05:30

2 stops43h 10m

Cairns

Sat 31/10

19:15-15:30

2 stops35h 15m

$2,399

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/6

17:10-10:35

2 stops26h 25m

Cairns

Mon 8/6

15:45-05:00

2 stops28h 15m

$2,558

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 14/10

19:20-05:30

2 stops43h 10m

Cairns

Sat 31/10

09:45-15:30

3 stops44h 45m

$2,650

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/6

08:55-11:10

2 stops35h 15m

Cairns

Wed 10/6

06:00-22:59

2 stops31h 59m

$2,689
Fastest return journey

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 28/7

19:08-12:55

2 stops26h 47m

Cairns

Fri 7/8

11:20-23:59

3 stops27h 39m

$2,717

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 25/5

11:45-10:35

2 stops31h 50m

Cairns

Mon 8/6

15:45-05:00

2 stops28h 15m

$2,765

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 21/6

15:23-12:55

2 stops30h 32m

Cairns

Sun 28/6

15:45-05:00

2 stops28h 15m

$2,773

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

19:20-09:50

2 stops47h 30m

Cairns

Mon 14/9

21:00-15:05

2 stops57h 05m

$2,879

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

19:20-09:50

2 stops47h 30m

Cairns

Mon 14/9

21:00-15:05

2 stops57h 05m

$2,881

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Cheap Chicago to Cairns (CHI to CNS) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

27h 00m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chicago to Cairns takes 27h 00m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Cairns

  • How far is Chicago to Cairns by plane?

    The distance between Chicago and Cairns is about 14250.2 km. By plane, this route typically takes 27h 00m.

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

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

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

    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 Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport 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 Cairns Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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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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