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Cheap flights from Chicago to Cairns from $1,570

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 Cairns departing on 19/7. 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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Multiple Airlines Logo
15:40 - 11:10
ORD
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CNS
28h 30m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 14:36
CNS
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ORD
23h 36m
2 stops
$2,120Multiple Airlines
Tue, 28 Jul - Fri, 7 Aug
Air Canada Logo
15:40 - 11:10
ORD
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CNS
28h 30m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
06:00 - 14:36
CNS
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ORD
23h 36m
2 stops
$2,122Air Canada
Tue, 28 Jul - Fri, 7 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:40 - 15:00
ORD
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CNS
32h 20m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 14:36
CNS
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ORD
23h 36m
2 stops
$2,320Multiple Airlines
Wed, 5 Aug - Wed, 12 Aug
Qantas Airways Logo
19:00 - 12:55
ORD
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CNS
26h 55m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
06:50 - 18:29
CNS
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ORD
26h 39m
2 stops
$2,778Qantas Airways
Wed, 5 Aug - Wed, 12 Aug
Air Canada Logo
10:43 - 15:55
ORD
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CNS
38h 12m
3 stops
Air Canada Logo
06:00 - 14:36
CNS
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ORD
23h 36m
2 stops
$2,870Air Canada
Wed, 5 Aug - Wed, 12 Aug
Air Canada Logo
21:20 - 15:55
ORD
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CNS
51h 35m
3 stops
Air Canada Logo
06:00 - 14:36
CNS
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ORD
23h 36m
2 stops
$2,947Air Canada
Tue, 28 Jul - Fri, 7 Aug
Air Canada Logo
15:40 - 11:10
ORD
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CNS
28h 30m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
19:15 - 09:00
CNS
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ORD
52h 45m
3 stops
$2,963Air Canada
Tue, 28 Jul - Fri, 7 Aug
Air Canada Logo
15:40 - 11:10
ORD
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CNS
28h 30m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
19:15 - 09:00
CNS
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ORD
52h 45m
3 stops
$2,964Air Canada
Tue, 28 Jul - Fri, 7 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:40 - 11:10
ORD
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CNS
28h 30m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:00 - 14:36
CNS
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ORD
23h 36m
2 stops
$3,174Multiple Airlines
Sun, 19 Jul - Sun, 26 Jul
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15:40 - 11:10
ORD
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CNS
28h 30m
2 stops
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19:10 - 22:05
CNS
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ORD
41h 55m
3 stops
$3,302Multiple Airlines
Sun, 19 Jul - Sun, 26 Jul

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Qantas Airways flights from Chicago to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Chicago to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
5 Aug
ORD19:00Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 55m
2 stops
CNS12:55Cairns
12 Aug
CNS06:50Cairns
26h 39m
2 stops
ORD18:29Chicago O'Hare Intl
$2,778
Qantas Airways
27 Nov
ORD14:54Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 11m
2 stops
CNS11:05Cairns
15 Dec
CNS09:25Cairns
23h 29m
2 stops
ORD16:54Chicago O'Hare Intl
$11,373
Qantas Airways
27 Nov
ORD16:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 20m
2 stops
CNS11:05Cairns
15 Dec
CNS12:05Cairns
44h 49m
2 stops
ORD16:54Chicago O'Hare Intl
$11,378

Air New Zealand flights from Chicago to Cairns

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Chicago to Cairns flight tickets
Air New Zealand
17 July
ORD21:35Chicago O'Hare Intl
49h 05m
2 stops
CNS13:40Cairns
23 July
CNS11:55Cairns
24h 45m
2 stops
ORD21:40Chicago O'Hare Intl
$3,815
Air New Zealand
17 July
ORD17:45Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 00m
2 stops
CNS10:45Cairns
23 July
CNS11:20Cairns
50h 56m
3 stops
ORD23:16Chicago O'Hare Intl
$3,856

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ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 28/7

15:40-11:10

2 stops28h 30m

Cairns

Fri 7/8

06:00-14:36

2 stops23h 36m

$2,120

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 28/7

15:40-11:10

2 stops28h 30m

Cairns

Fri 7/8

06:00-14:36

2 stops23h 36m

$2,122

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/8

15:40-15:00

2 stops32h 20m

Cairns

Wed 12/8

06:00-14:36

2 stops23h 36m

$2,320

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/8

19:00-12:55

2 stops26h 55m

Cairns

Wed 12/8

06:50-18:29

2 stops26h 39m

$2,778

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/8

10:43-15:55

3 stops38h 12m

Cairns

Wed 12/8

06:00-14:36

2 stops23h 36m

$2,870

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 28/7

21:20-15:55

3 stops51h 35m

Cairns

Fri 7/8

06:00-14:36

2 stops23h 36m

$2,947

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 28/7

15:40-11:10

2 stops28h 30m

Cairns

Fri 7/8

19:15-09:00

3 stops52h 45m

$2,963

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 28/7

15:40-11:10

2 stops28h 30m

Cairns

Fri 7/8

19:15-09:00

3 stops52h 45m

$2,964

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 19/7

15:40-11:10

2 stops28h 30m

Cairns

Sun 26/7

06:00-14:36

2 stops23h 36m

$3,174

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 19/7

15:40-11:10

2 stops28h 30m

Cairns

Sun 26/7

19:10-22:05

3 stops41h 55m

$3,302

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Fastest flight time

26h 55m

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The fastest flight from Chicago to Cairns takes 26h 55m
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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 26h 55m.

  • 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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