How long does it take to fly to Chicago?

Flight times from Queensland to Chicago vary, but if you’re flying out of Brisbane and flying into Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 21h 35m on average. Another popular route from Queensland to Chicago is flying from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, which will take roughly 24h 41m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Which airlines fly to Chicago?

Air Canada, Qantas Airways and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Queensland according to our data. Air Canada is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Queensland to Chicago?

Air New Zealand, EVA Air, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Queensland to Chicago

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

Prices for flights from Queensland to Chicago are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Queensland to Chicago?

There are 5 operators available for flights from Queensland to Chicago as of January 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Queensland to Chicago?

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 Queensland to Chicago.

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

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

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10:45 - 14:41

BNE

ORD

19h 56m1 stop

07:15 - 08:45

ORD

BNE

33h 30m2 stops

$1,376Air Canada

Thu, 12 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb

19:40 - 15:48

BNE

ORD

35h 08m2 stops

13:14 - 05:00

ORD

BNE

24h 46m2 stops

$1,381American Airlines

Tue, 17 Mar - Wed, 1 Apr

09:40 - 08:20

BNE

ORD

38h 40m2 stops

11:57 - 05:00

ORD

BNE

25h 03m2 stops

$1,382American Airlines

Wed, 18 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

19:40 - 15:48

BNE

ORD

35h 08m2 stops

16:45 - 05:00

ORD

BNE

21h 15m1 stop

$1,383American Airlines

Tue, 17 Mar - Wed, 1 Apr

06:05 - 19:45

BNE

ORD

29h 40m3 stops

15:55 - 08:45

ORD

BNE

24h 50m2 stops

$1,430Multiple Airlines

Thu, 12 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb

08:40 - 13:04

BNE

ORD

19h 24m1 stop

16:45 - 05:00

ORD

BNE

21h 15m1 stop

$1,493Qantas Airways

Tue, 17 Mar - Wed, 1 Apr

08:40 - 15:15

BNE

ORD

21h 35m1 stop

13:40 - 05:00

ORD

BNE

24h 20m1 stop

$1,494Qantas Airways

Tue, 17 Mar - Wed, 1 Apr

10:40 - 22:31

BNE

MDW

27h 51m2 stops

19:20 - 08:20

MDW

BNE

45h 00m2 stops

$1,596Delta

Sun, 15 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb

11:25 - 12:55

CNS

ORD

41h 30m1 stop

14:35 - 10:45

ORD

CNS

52h 10m2 stops

$2,007Cathay Pacific

Thu, 12 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb

11:25 - 12:55

CNS

ORD

41h 30m1 stop

14:35 - 10:45

ORD

CNS

52h 10m2 stops

$2,163Cathay Pacific

Thu, 12 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb

Cathay Pacific flights from Queensland to Chicago

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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

$2,006

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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

$2,163

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Cathay Pacific

12 Feb

CNS12:35Cairns

40h 20m

2 stops

ORD12:55Chicago O'Hare Intl

16 Feb

ORD14:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

52h 10m

2 stops

CNS10:45Cairns

$2,508

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Air Canada

12 Feb

BNE10:45Brisbane

40h 21m

2 stops

ORD11:06Chicago O'Hare Intl

19 Feb

ORD15:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 10m

1 stop

BNE08:45Brisbane

$1,330

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Air Canada

12 Feb

BNE10:45Brisbane

19h 56m

1 stop

ORD14:41Chicago O'Hare Intl

19 Feb

ORD15:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 10m

1 stop

BNE08:45Brisbane

$1,355

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Air Canada

12 Feb

BNE06:35Brisbane

29h 10m

3 stops

ORD19:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

19 Feb

ORD10:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 10m

2 stops

BNE08:45Brisbane

$1,385

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BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Thu 12/2

10:45-14:41

1 stop19h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 19/2

07:15-08:45

2 stops33h 30m

$1,376

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Tue 17/3

19:40-15:48

2 stops35h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

13:14-05:00

2 stops24h 46m

$1,380

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Wed 18/2

09:40-08:20

2 stops38h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 22/2

11:57-05:00

2 stops25h 03m

$1,382

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Tue 17/3

19:40-15:48

2 stops35h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

16:45-05:00

1 stop21h 15m

$1,383

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Thu 12/2

06:05-19:45

3 stops29h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 19/2

15:55-08:45

2 stops24h 50m

$1,430

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Tue 17/3

08:40-13:04

1 stop19h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

16:45-05:00

1 stop21h 15m

$1,493

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Tue 17/3

08:40-15:15

1 stop21h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

13:40-05:00

1 stop24h 20m

$1,494

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - MDW

BNEMDW

Brisbane

Sun 15/2

10:40-22:31

2 stops27h 51m

Chicago Midway

Sun 22/2

19:20-08:20

2 stops45h 00m

$1,596

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Thu 12/2

11:25-12:55

1 stop41h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/2

14:35-10:45

2 stops52h 10m

$2,006

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Thu 12/2

11:25-12:55

1 stop41h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/2

14:35-10:45

2 stops52h 10m

$2,163

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

If you don’t want to visit Chicago in January, then you should wait until February to fly from Queensland, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,110.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Queensland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $1,617 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Queensland for as low as $1,085 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from Queensland to Chicago takes 21h 35m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Queensland to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Queensland to Chicago are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Queensland to Chicago?
There are 5 operators available for flights from Queensland to Chicago as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Queensland to Chicago?
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 Queensland to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The required travel and health documents for your Chicago 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 Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $947	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 961 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,245	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,574 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,453	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,114 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,589	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,128 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,596	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 563 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

If you don’t want to visit Chicago in January, then you should wait until February to fly from Queensland, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,110.

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

Can stopping save me money on Queensland to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 42% on your flight if you consider stops on a Queensland to Chicago flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Queensland to Chicago?

Air New Zealand, EVA Air, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Queensland to Chicago

Which airlines fly to Chicago?

How long does it take to fly to Chicago?

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

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Best airlines flying from Queensland to Chicago

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I’m not ready to book a flight from Queensland to Chicago right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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