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$467+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Australia

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ORD — SYD
Apr 1 — Apr 81
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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$875
(Jetabroad)

One-way from

$483
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$907
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From Chicago O'Hare Intl to Australia
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Australia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($152 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($41 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 27, 2025.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/252:25 pmORD - BNE
1 stop24h 05mQantas Airways
Thu 12/257:25 pmBNE - ORD
1 stop19h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/26$899
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/25:30 pmORD - BNE
1 stop20h 55mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/148:05 pmBNE - ORD
1 stop24h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$919
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1910:40 amORD - SYD
2 stops29h 40mAir Canada
Mon 6/29:20 amSYD - ORD
2 stops26h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 3/26$1,000
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/611:53 amORD - SYD
2 stops32h 52mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/131:15 pmSYD - ORD
2 stops32h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,002
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Tue 5/69:30 amORD - BNE
3 stops46h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/1311:40 amBNE - ORD
2 stops34h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$1,035
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/311:53 amORD - MEL
2 stops33h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/109:25 amMEL - ORD
3 stops41h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,058
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Sat 5/311:53 amORD - ADL
2 stops33h 12mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/1012:35 pmADL - ORD
3 stops32h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,069
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Sat 11/15:00 pmORD - SYD
2 stops26h 45mQantas Airways
Sun 11/167:05 amSYD - ORD
2 stops27h 26mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/27$1,106
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/38:40 amORD - CNS
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/112:35 pmCNS - ORD
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,170
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/223:40 pmORD - AVV
2 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/126:00 amAVV - ORD
2 stops27h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,180
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/233:35 pmORD - MEL
2 stops29h 00mAir Canada
Wed 7/166:00 amMEL - ORD
2 stops23h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 3/25$1,191
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Tue 4/16:45 pmORD - SYD
2 stops35h 25mFiji Airways
Tue 4/86:15 amSYD - ORD
2 stops30h 00mFiji Airways
Deal found 3/26$1,193

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia that are best for you.

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ChicagoBrisbane

ORD - BNE

ORDBNE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/2

5:30 pm-5:25 am

1 stop20h 55m

Brisbane

Wed 5/14

8:05 pm-5:53 am

1 stop24h 48m

$919

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/19

10:40 am-7:20 am

2 stops29h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 6/2

9:20 am-8:20 pm

2 stops26h 00m

$1,000

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

11:53 am-11:45 am

2 stops32h 52m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/13

1:15 pm-6:42 am

2 stops32h 27m

$1,002

ChicagoBrisbane

ORD - BNE

ORDBNE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

9:30 am-10:50 pm

3 stops46h 20m

Brisbane

Tue 5/13

11:40 am-6:42 am

2 stops34h 02m

$1,035

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/3

11:53 am-12:15 pm

2 stops33h 22m

Melbourne

Sat 5/10

9:25 am-11:36 am

3 stops41h 11m

$1,058

ChicagoAdelaide

ORD - ADL

ORDADL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/3

11:53 am-11:35 am

2 stops33h 12m

Adelaide

Sat 5/10

12:35 pm-6:42 am

3 stops32h 37m

$1,069

ChicagoBrisbane

ORD - BNE

ORDBNE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/3

7:13 pm-10:40 am

2 stops24h 27m

Brisbane

Wed 6/11

12:15 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops26h 20m

$1,154

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/23

3:35 pm-11:35 am

2 stops29h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 7/16

6:00 am-2:49 pm

2 stops23h 49m

$1,191

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/24

5:45 pm-9:25 am

1 stop24h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/31

11:50 am-5:01 am

2 stops32h 11m

$1,212

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/10

6:45 pm-11:45 am

2 stops26h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 5/17

1:45 pm-8:24 pm

2 stops21h 39m

$1,253

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia (average of $1,044). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,643). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ORD to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 27, 2025.

When flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 2.0 - 5.1 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Australia by month

Plan your trip to Australia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Australia. Reviews last updated March 27, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Tahiti Nui, EVA Air and Japan Airlines from Chicago to Australia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
8.3
Very good

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Food

7.8

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $483. However, be on the lookout for offers from Fiji Airways and ANA, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia for a low price.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia (average of $1,044). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,643). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Australia

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl to Australia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$647Average$1,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
ANACheapest$679Average$781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
American AirlinesCheapest$679Average$939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$852Average$967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$953Average$1,375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,138Average$1,408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,164Average$1,631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,204Average$1,512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,421Average$1,706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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