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$435+ Cheap flights from Sydney (SYD) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CHI
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chicago are usually found in March or February, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$688
(Bravofly)

One-way from

$435
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,299
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/611:15 amSYD - ORD
1 stop21h 44mQantas Airways
Thu 2/205:40 pmORD - SYD
1 stop22h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/15$688
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/2311:15 amSYD - ORD
1 stop19h 34mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/62:14 pmORD - SYD
1 stop25h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$724
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/2311:20 amSYD - ORD
2 stops22h 31mAir Canada
Thu 2/69:50 amORD - SYD
2 stops30h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 1/15$1,054
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1511:50 amSYD - ORD
2 stops27h 09mAir New Zealand
Tue 5/202:00 pmORD - SYD
2 stops27h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/14$1,099
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1511:50 amSYD - ORD
1 stop35h 50mANA
Tue 5/207:46 pmORD - SYD
2 stops32h 29mANA
Deal found 1/15$1,112
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1711:20 amSYD - ORD
1 stop19h 16mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/58:00 pmORD - SYD
1 stop44h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,149
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/19:25 amSYD - MDW
2 stops23h 39mDelta
Sun 5/41:16 pmMDW - SYD
2 stops26h 19mDelta
Deal found 1/14$1,177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/279:25 amSYD - ORD
2 stops24h 35mDelta
Wed 6/1112:17 pmORD - SYD
2 stops27h 18mDelta
Deal found 1/15$1,183
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Thu 1/2311:15 amSYD - ORD
2 stops22h 53mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/315:35 pmORD - SYD
2 stops22h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,188
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1911:00 amSYD - ORD
2 stops45h 50mSingapore Airlines
Fri 9/269:00 pmORD - SYD
2 stops41h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,303
This Korean Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Korean Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/277:55 amSYD - ORD
1 stop40h 55mKorean Air
Tue 6/1012:30 pmORD - SYD
1 stop26h 50mKorean Air
Deal found 1/15$1,400
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/272:05 pmSYD - ORD
1 stop39h 20mCathay Pacific
Sat 6/144:05 pmORD - SYD
1 stop27h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/15$1,441

Find flights from Sydney to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

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SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 2/6

11:15 am-3:59 pm

1 stop21h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/20

5:40 pm-9:00 am

1 stop22h 20m

$688

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/5

6:20 am-2:25 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/26

8:25 pm-9:00 am

1 stop43h 35m

$795

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/19

11:20 am-4:37 pm

2 stops46h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/23

2:05 pm-9:35 am

2 stops50h 30m

$1,063

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/15

11:50 am-11:59 pm

2 stops27h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/20

2:00 pm-8:45 am

2 stops27h 45m

$1,099

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/15

11:50 am-8:40 am

1 stop35h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/20

7:46 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops32h 29m

$1,112

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/17

11:20 am-2:36 pm

1 stop19h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/5

8:00 pm-7:00 am

1 stop44h 00m

$1,149

SydneyChicago

SYD - MDW

SYDMDW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/1

9:25 am-6:04 pm

2 stops23h 39m

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/4

1:16 pm-6:35 am

2 stops26h 19m

$1,177

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/27

9:25 am-7:00 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/11

12:17 pm-6:35 am

2 stops27h 18m

$1,183

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 3/1

11:15 am-5:35 pm

2 stops23h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/8

3:02 pm-9:00 am

2 stops24h 58m

$1,225

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/27

7:55 am-9:50 am

1 stop40h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/10

12:30 pm-6:20 am

1 stop26h 50m

$1,400

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sydney to Chicago in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sydney-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sydney-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sydney-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sydney-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sydney-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Chicago

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Travel insights for flights from Sydney to Chicago

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sydney to Chicago including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sydney to Chicago. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Chicago is 37 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Sydney to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $320). 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 SYD to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sydney to Chicago in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated January 16, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sydney to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Qantas Airways, Air Canada and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

Korean Air
8.5
Very good
1,034 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

ANA
8.4
Very good
847 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,448 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very good
62 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Chicago?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Sydney to Chicago. You should not have trouble finding flights to Chicago from Kingsford Smith; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the Sydney airport to Chicago. It is only a 4.6 mi journey to Kingsford Smith (SYD) from Sydney’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Chicago round-trip?

    According to our current data, Qantas Airways ($688), Air Canada ($1,063), and Air New Zealand ($1,099) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Chicago. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Chicago for 42% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Sydney to Chicago are Qantas Airways ($435), United Airlines ($809), and Delta ($826).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Sydney to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $320). 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 3 airlines flying from Sydney to Chicago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Chicago. 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 January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$737Average$886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$884Average$1,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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