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Cheap flights from Chicago to Cairns from $585

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4:35 pm - 11:15 amORD-CNS
26h 40m2 stops
6:20 pm - 1:49 pmCNS-ORD
35h 29m2 stops
$1,058
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Mon, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 10
9:45 am - 9:20 pmORD-CNS
43h 35m3 stops
6:20 pm - 1:49 pmCNS-ORD
35h 29m2 stops
$1,068
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Mon, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 10
5:40 pm - 4:50 pmORD-CNS
31h 10m2 stops
2:35 pm - 7:31 pmCNS-ORD
44h 56m3 stops
$1,208Qantas Airways
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Tue, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 11
2:14 pm - 4:50 pmORD-CNS
34h 36m2 stops
12:35 pm - 5:45 pmCNS-ORD
45h 10m2 stops
$1,236Qantas Airways
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Tue, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 11
6:45 pm - 11:25 amORD-CNS
25h 40m2 stops
12:25 pm - 8:45 pmCNS-ORD
23h 20m2 stops
$1,291Fiji Airways
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Tue, May 6 - Thu, May 15
6:45 pm - 11:25 amORD-CNS
25h 40m2 stops
12:25 pm - 8:23 pmCNS-ORD
22h 58m2 stops
$1,318Fiji Airways
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Tue, Jun 3 - Thu, Jun 12
3:40 pm - 1:10 pmORD-CNS
30h 30m2 stops
6:00 am - 2:53 pmCNS-ORD
23h 53m2 stops
$1,648Air Canada
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Sun, Jun 1 - Wed, Jun 11
2:00 pm - 3:55 pmORD-CNS
34h 55m3 stops
6:00 am - 5:25 amCNS-ORD
38h 25m2 stops
$1,652Air Canada
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Mon, Jun 2 - Wed, Jun 11
10:40 am - 7:45 pmORD-CNS
42h 05m2 stops
6:00 am - 8:10 pmCNS-ORD
29h 10m2 stops
$1,801United Airlines
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Tue, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 18
9:21 pm - 11:10 amORD-CNS
46h 49m2 stops
6:00 am - 10:37 pmCNS-ORD
31h 37m2 stops
$1,874United Airlines
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Thu, Jun 5 - Sun, Jun 15
3:20 pm - 11:50 amORD-CNS
28h 30m2 stops
Tue, Feb 4
5:40 pm - 2:50 pmORD-CNS
29h 10m3 stops
$836Qantas Airways
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Tue, Feb 4
2:40 pm - 10:30 amORD-CNS
27h 50m1 stop
$1,142Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Feb 4
9:00 am - 4:50 pmORD-CNS
39h 50m2 stops
12:35 pm - 3:59 pmCNS-ORD
43h 24m2 stops
$1,400Qantas Airways
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Tue, Dec 24 - Sat, Jan 18
7:18 pm - 1:30 pmORD-CNS
26h 12m2 stops
6:20 pm - 11:10 pmCNS-ORD
44h 50m2 stops
$1,468
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Wed, Dec 25 - Fri, Dec 27
2:40 pm - 10:30 amORD-CNS
27h 50m1 stop
12:00 pm - 11:36 amCNS-ORD
39h 36m2 stops
$3,281
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Tue, Dec 24 - Sat, Jan 18
7:18 pm - 4:50 pmORD-CNS
29h 32m2 stops
12:45 pm - 9:25 amCNS-ORD
36h 40m3 stops
$3,389
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Tue, Dec 24 - Sat, Jan 18
1:15 pm - 1:50 pmORD-CNS
32h 35m2 stops
5:35 pm - 8:57 amCNS-ORD
55h 22m3 stops
$4,436
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Wed, Dec 25 - Fri, Dec 27
10:20 am - 6:40 amORD-CNS
28h 20m1 stop
7:10 pm - 8:30 amCNS-ORD
29h 20m2 stops
$5,234
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Wed, Dec 25 - Fri, Dec 27
7:45 pm - 8:30 amORD-CNS
44h 45m3 stops
9:45 am - 2:55 pmCNS-ORD
45h 10m3 stops
$6,269
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Tue, Dec 24 - Sat, Jan 18
2:40 pm - 10:30 amORD-CNS
27h 50m1 stop
12:00 pm - 1:00 pmCNS-ORD
41h 00m1 stop
$6,443Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Dec 24 - Sat, Jan 18
10:20 am - 6:40 amORD-CNS
28h 20m1 stop
11:25 am - 1:50 pmCNS-ORD
42h 25m1 stop
$6,750
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Wed, Dec 25 - Fri, Dec 27

Qantas Airways flights from Chicago to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Chicago to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
Feb 4
ORD5:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
31h 10m
2 stops
CNS4:50 pmCairns
Feb 11
CNS2:35 pmCairns
44h 56m
3 stops
ORD7:31 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Qantas Airways
Feb 4
ORD2:14 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
34h 36m
2 stops
CNS4:50 pmCairns
Feb 11
CNS12:35 pmCairns
45h 10m
2 stops
ORD5:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Qantas Airways
Feb 4
ORD3:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
33h 30m
2 stops
CNS4:50 pmCairns
Feb 11
CNS2:35 pmCairns
44h 56m
3 stops
ORD7:31 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Air Canada flights from Chicago to Cairns

Our best Air Canada deals on Chicago to Cairns flight tickets
Air Canada
Jun 1
ORD3:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 30m
2 stops
CNS1:10 pmCairns
Jun 11
CNS6:00 amCairns
23h 53m
2 stops
ORD2:53 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Air Canada
Jun 2
ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
34h 55m
3 stops
CNS3:55 pmCairns
Jun 11
CNS6:00 amCairns
38h 25m
2 stops
ORD5:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Air Canada
Jun 1
ORD3:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 30m
2 stops
CNS1:10 pmCairns
Jun 13
CNS6:00 amCairns
23h 53m
2 stops
ORD2:53 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Cairns. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,493. The most expensive day to fly to Cairns is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $2,994.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Chicago to Cairns flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Cairns in the afternoon for as low as $1,771. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Cairns, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,927 per ticket.

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

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Best Price Found

$585

Fastest flight time

25h 40m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Cairns

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cairns from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $585. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,058.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Cairns takes 25h 40m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Cairns. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Cairns Airport.
There is 1 airport near Cairns: Cairns (CNS)

  • How far is Chicago to Cairns by plane?

    A flight from Chicago to Cairns will travel around 8854.7 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 25h 40m.

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

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Cairns Airport are updated daily.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. 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 necessary travel and health documents for your Cairns Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


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