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Cheap flights from Chicago to Australia from $453

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8:00 am - 12:15 pmMDW-MEL
37h 15m2 stops
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1:40 pm - 1:29 pmMEL-MDW
38h 49m2 stops
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11:55 am - 12:15 pmORD-MEL
33h 20m2 stops
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1:40 pm - 12:18 pmMEL-ORD
37h 38m2 stops
sáb., may. 31 - sáb., jun. 7
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9:12 pm - 7:20 amORD-SYD
43h 08m2 stops
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9:20 am - 8:11 pmSYD-ORD
25h 51m2 stops
$1,339Air Canada
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sáb., sep. 20 - mar., sep. 30
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9:12 am - 6:45 amORD-MEL
30h 33m1 stop
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3:05 pm - 9:02 pmMEL-ORD
20h 57m1 stop
$1,343Qantas Airways
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lun., jun. 23 - mié., jul. 16
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3:40 pm - 10:40 amORD-SYD
28h 00m2 stops
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9:20 am - 2:55 pmSYD-ORD
20h 35m1 stop
$1,352Air Canada
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mar., sep. 9 - mié., sep. 24
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5:51 pm - 7:05 amORD-SYD
22h 14m1 stop
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9:10 am - 2:17 pmSYD-ORD
20h 07m1 stop
$1,355Qantas Airways
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mar., sep. 9 - mié., sep. 24
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2:40 pm - 6:45 amORD-MEL
25h 05m2 stops
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3:05 pm - 10:52 pmMEL-ORD
22h 47m1 stop
$1,412American Airlines
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lun., jun. 23 - mié., jul. 16
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7:03 pm - 6:55 amORD-SYD
20h 52m1 stop
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12:10 pm - 5:20 pmSYD-ORD
20h 10m1 stop
$1,422American Airlines
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lun., ago. 4 - mié., ago. 13
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2:40 pm - 6:30 amORD-BNE
24h 50m1 stop
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10:30 am - 11:12 pmBNE-ORD
27h 42m1 stop
$1,453United Airlines
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9:50 pm - 6:30 amORD-BNE
41h 40m2 stops
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10:30 am - 2:53 pmBNE-ORD
19h 23m1 stop
$1,458United Airlines
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Alaska Airlines flights from Chicago to Australia

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Chicago to Australia flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
May 16
ORD7:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
32h 46m
2 stops
SYD7:45 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
May 31
SYD9:40 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
36h 19m
2 stops
ORD6:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Alaska Airlines
Aug 27
ORD8:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 46m
2 stops
SYD7:45 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
Sep 4
SYD9:40 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
23h 00m
2 stops
ORD5:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Alaska Airlines
Aug 13
ORD7:18 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
33h 27m
2 stops
SYD7:45 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
Aug 22
SYD9:40 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
37h 23m
2 stops
ORD8:03 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Air Canada flights from Chicago to Australia

Our best Air Canada deals on Chicago to Australia flight tickets
Air Canada
Sep 20
ORD9:12 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
43h 08m
2 stops
SYD7:20 amSydney Kingsford Smith
Sep 30
SYD9:20 amSydney Kingsford Smith
25h 51m
2 stops
ORD8:11 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Air Canada
Sep 9
ORD3:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
28h 00m
2 stops
SYD10:40 amSydney Kingsford Smith
Sep 24
SYD9:20 amSydney Kingsford Smith
20h 35m
1 stop
ORD2:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Air Canada
Aug 11
ORD7:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
20h 30m
1 stop
BNE7:05 amBrisbane
Aug 28
BNE10:20 amBrisbane
19h 29m
1 stop
ORD2:49 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Australia from Chicago, with most prices found around $864. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of August, then book flights to Australia from Chicago during April instead. Flights to Australia in April, while not as cheap as those in August, still average around $877.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to Australia is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for Australia on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $935. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from Chicago because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,415.

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

Flying to Australia from Chicago in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $1,185 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $1,417 on average. Flights to Australia from Chicago in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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 25 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Australia for around $1,102 when searching 25 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Australia from Chicago for as low as $843 on momondo.

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Best Price Found

$453

Fastest flight time

20h 29m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Australia

6 airports
The best one-way flight to Australia from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $453. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Australia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $852.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Australia takes 20h 29m
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 Midway Airport - Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport and Chicago Midway Airport - Melbourne Airport.
There are 6 airports near Australia: Melbourne Avalon (AVV), Melbourne (MEL), Brisbane (BNE), Adelaide (ADL), Perth (PER), Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)

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

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

    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 layovers 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 Chicago to Australia.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Australia 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 license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Australia. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.


Best airlines flying from Chicago to Australia

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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $630Free CancellationRating
7.5
819 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $679Free CancellationRating
8.3
844 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $679Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $852Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,917 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $953Free CancellationRating
7.0
9,142 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,164Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,667 reviews
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Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $1,217Free CancellationRating
8.0
185 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,256Free CancellationRating
8.0
467 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $1,305Free CancellationRating
7.5
849 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,421Free CancellationRating
8.1
1,288 reviews
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