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2:13 pm - 5:10 pmORD-CNS
34h 57m2 stops
7:35 am - 9:06 pmCNS-ORD
28h 31m2 stops
$1,005
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Thu, Mar 6 - Thu, Mar 13
5:40 pm - 1:30 pmORD-CNS
27h 50m2 stops
9:05 am - 7:18 pmCNS-ORD
26h 13m2 stops
$1,032Qantas Airways
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Sun, Feb 16 - Sun, Feb 23
7:17 pm - 5:10 pmORD-CNS
53h 53m2 stops
12:00 pm - 5:44 pmCNS-ORD
44h 44m2 stops
$1,034
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Fri, Mar 7 - Fri, Mar 14
3:17 pm - 12:00 pmORD-CNS
28h 43m2 stops
6:45 pm - 2:01 pmCNS-ORD
35h 16m2 stops
$1,041Qantas Airways
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Mon, Feb 17 - Wed, Feb 26
2:40 pm - 10:30 amORD-CNS
27h 50m1 stop
12:45 pm - 2:00 pmCNS-ORD
64h 15m2 stops
$1,617Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 11
2:40 pm - 10:30 amORD-CNS
27h 50m1 stop
12:00 pm - 2:00 pmCNS-ORD
41h 00m1 stop
$1,767Cathay Pacific
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Tue, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 11
2:05 pm - 2:55 pmORD-CNS
32h 50m3 stops
6:00 am - 5:10 pmCNS-ORD
26h 10m3 stops
$1,809Air Canada
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Tue, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 11
8:06 pm - 2:55 pmORD-CNS
50h 49m2 stops
6:00 am - 2:39 pmCNS-ORD
23h 39m2 stops
$1,836Air Canada
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Fri, Mar 7 - Fri, Mar 14
7:45 pm - 12:05 pmORD-CNS
48h 20m3 stops
12:45 pm - 3:45 pmCNS-ORD
66h 00m3 stops
$2,913Emirates
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Fri, Mar 7 - Fri, Mar 14
11:44 am - 5:00 pmORD-CNS
38h 16m3 stops
6:15 pm - 4:53 pmCNS-ORD
37h 38m2 stops
$3,923Singapore Airlines
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Fri, Mar 28 - Fri, Apr 4
7:20 am - 11:25 amORD-CNS
37h 05m2 stops
Thu, Apr 10
3:17 pm - 11:15 amORD-CNS
28h 58m2 stops
$514Qantas Airways
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Thu, Apr 10
9:30 am - 5:05 pmORD-CNS
40h 35m3 stops
Thu, Apr 10
6:45 pm - 11:25 amORD-CNS
25h 40m2 stops
$566Fiji Airways
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Thu, Apr 10
3:16 pm - 12:00 pmORD-CNS
28h 44m2 stops
Fri, Mar 7
4:40 pm - 6:25 pmORD-CNS
33h 45m3 stops
Fri, Mar 7
5:30 pm - 1:45 pmORD-CNS
29h 15m3 stops
$777Qantas Airways
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Thu, Apr 10
12:30 am - 6:10 amORD-CNS
38h 40m2 stops
$1,021
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Wed, Apr 9
11:50 am - 4:25 amORD-CNS
25h 35m1 stop
$1,690
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Thu, Apr 10
10:35 am - 5:35 amORD-CNS
51h 00m3 stops
$4,374
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Mon, Jan 27
3:20 pm - 6:00 pmORD-CNS
34h 40m2 stops
2:35 pm - 11:28 pmCNS-ORD
47h 53m2 stops
$1,076Qantas Airways
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Sat, Jan 25 - Sat, May 10
2:14 pm - 4:50 pmORD-CNS
34h 36m2 stops
6:00 am - 11:28 pmCNS-ORD
32h 28m3 stops
$1,230Qantas Airways
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Sat, Jan 25 - Sat, May 10
2:05 pm - 2:55 pmORD-CNS
32h 50m3 stops
4:35 pm - 10:06 pmCNS-ORD
44h 31m3 stops
$2,930Air Canada
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Sat, Jan 25 - Sat, May 10
10:35 am - 4:35 amORD-CNS
26h 00m1 stop
7:00 am - 9:00 pmCNS-ORD
53h 00m2 stops
$3,213
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Sat, Jan 25 - Sat, May 10

Qantas Airways flights from Chicago to Cairns

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Chicago to Cairns flight tickets
Qantas Airways
Feb 16
ORD5:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
27h 50m
2 stops
CNS1:30 pmCairns
Feb 23
CNS9:05 amCairns
26h 13m
2 stops
ORD7:18 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Qantas Airways
Feb 17
ORD3:17 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
28h 43m
2 stops
CNS12:00 pmCairns
Feb 26
CNS6:45 pmCairns
35h 16m
2 stops
ORD2:01 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Qantas Airways
Mar 2
ORD3:17 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
28h 43m
2 stops
CNS12:00 pmCairns
Mar 12
CNS9:10 amCairns
29h 49m
2 stops
ORD11:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Cathay Pacific flights from Chicago to Cairns

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Chicago to Cairns flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Mar 4
ORD2:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
27h 50m
1 stop
CNS10:30 amCairns
Mar 11
CNS12:45 pmCairns
64h 15m
2 stops
ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Cathay Pacific
Mar 4
ORD2:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
27h 50m
1 stop
CNS10:30 amCairns
Mar 11
CNS12:00 pmCairns
41h 00m
1 stop
ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Cathay Pacific
Feb 16
ORD2:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
27h 50m
1 stop
CNS10:30 amCairns
Feb 23
CNS12:35 pmCairns
64h 25m
2 stops
ORD1:00 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

$473

Fastest flight time

25h 35m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Cairns

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Cairns from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $473. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,005.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Cairns takes 25h 35m
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 26h 00m.

  • 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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