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Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Sydney (SYD) from $554

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 8/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CHI — SYD
May 18 — May 251
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The best prices from Chicago to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in February or October, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Sydney (SYD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 13, 2024.

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December

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February

Round-trip from

$1,110

One-way from

$1,009
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Sydney?

Leaving on a Sunday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 14% on the overall cost on flights from Chicago to Sydney.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Chicago to Sydney, book at least 29 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 54% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,220 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $1,417.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Sydney?

February is one of the best times of the year to fly to Sydney from Chicago. Prices for February average $1,536 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $711. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a February flight can save you 39% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Sydney (CHI - SYD)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Sydney in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 6% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Chicago to Sydney

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Chicago and Sydney. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,633,403 searches. Data last updated May 13, 2024.
Consider these cheap Qantas Airways flights we've found departing from Chicago to Sydney. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Tue 9/35:06 pmORD - SYD
1 stop22h 59mQantas Airways
Wed 9/119:10 amSYD - ORD
1 stop20h 09mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/12$1,028
Tue 9/36:24 pmORD - SYD
1 stop21h 41mQantas Airways
Wed 9/189:10 amSYD - ORD
1 stop29h 46mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/11$1,029
Sun 9/18:33 pmORD - SYD
1 stop43h 32mQantas Airways
Sun 9/159:10 amSYD - ORD
1 stop29h 46mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/12$1,040
Wed 9/116:25 pmORD - SYD
1 stop21h 40mQantas Airways
Mon 9/169:10 amSYD - ORD
1 stop23h 27mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/12$1,042
Tue 8/205:06 pmORD - SYD
1 stop22h 59mQantas Airways
Wed 9/45:35 pmSYD - ORD
1 stop21h 21mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/11$1,051
Tue 10/225:05 pmORD - SYD
1 stop21h 00mQantas Airways
Wed 11/611:15 amSYD - ORD
1 stop22h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/11$1,057
Tue 8/205:25 pmORD - SYD
1 stop21h 40mQantas Airways
Thu 8/299:15 amSYD - ORD
1 stop29h 42mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/12$1,075
Sat 9/76:25 pmORD - SYD
1 stop21h 40mQantas Airways
Mon 9/169:10 amSYD - ORD
1 stop23h 27mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/12$1,089
Fri 9/64:50 pmORD - SYD
1 stop23h 15mQantas Airways
Fri 9/139:10 amSYD - ORD
1 stop25h 23mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/12$1,124

Cheap American Airlines flights from Chicago to Sydney

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Chicago and Sydney. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,633,403 searches. Data last updated May 13, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on American Airlines flights from Chicago to Sydney. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Sun 9/16:00 amORD - SYD
1 stop34h 05mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/189:10 amSYD - ORD
1 stop21h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,077
Sun 9/111:50 amORD - SYD
1 stop28h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/119:10 amSYD - ORD
1 stop20h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,083
Wed 9/44:50 pmORD - SYD
2 stops23h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/119:10 amSYD - ORD
2 stops23h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,084
Tue 9/311:50 amORD - SYD
1 stop28h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/119:10 amSYD - ORD
2 stops23h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,086
Sun 10/274:58 pmORD - SYD
2 stops24h 02mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/2411:15 amSYD - ORD
2 stops25h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,087
Sat 8/312:23 pmORD - SYD
1 stop25h 42mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/189:10 amSYD - ORD
1 stop34h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,127
Sun 9/111:50 amORD - SYD
1 stop28h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/129:10 amSYD - ORD
1 stop20h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,133
Sun 8/259:45 amORD - SYD
2 stops30h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/319:15 amSYD - ORD
2 stops29h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,134
Wed 9/44:50 pmORD - SYD
2 stops23h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/129:10 amSYD - ORD
1 stop20h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,136

Cheap Chicago to Sydney flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Chicago to Sydney specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,633,403 searches. Prices were last updated on May 13, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Chicago to Sydney in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 6/119:36 amORD - SYD
3 stops35h 09mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/181:15 pmSYD - ORD
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,358
Sun 6/231:10 pmORD - SYD
1 stop26h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/99:30 amSYD - ORD
1 stop20h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,378
Mon 6/104:23 pmORD - SYD
1 stop23h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/179:30 amSYD - ORD
1 stop24h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,380
Tue 6/112:30 pmORD - SYD
1 stop25h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/2710:20 amSYD - ORD
1 stop19h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,385
Tue 6/114:15 pmORD - SYD
2 stops23h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/1810:20 amSYD - ORD
1 stop21h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,389
Sun 6/1610:55 amORD - SYD
2 stops29h 25mAir Canada
Tue 7/99:20 amSYD - ORD
2 stops27h 42mAir Canada
Deal found 5/12$1,390
Sun 6/163:44 pmORD - SYD
1 stop24h 11mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/79:30 amSYD - ORD
1 stop35h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,397
Tue 6/113:40 pmORD - SYD
2 stops23h 55mDelta
Tue 6/189:25 amSYD - ORD
2 stops27h 13mDelta
Deal found 5/12$1,412
Tue 6/1112:45 pmMDW - SYD
2 stops26h 50mDelta
Tue 6/189:25 amSYD - MDW
2 stops23h 34mDelta
Deal found 5/12$1,412

Chicago to Sydney 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Chicago and Sydney in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,633,403 searches. Data last updated May 13, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Chicago to Sydney in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 8/1310:55 amORD - SYD
3 stops29h 25mAir Canada
Mon 8/269:20 amSYD - ORD
3 stops37h 38mAir Canada
Deal found 5/13$1,267
Sun 9/13:45 pmORD - SYD
2 stops27h 50mAir New Zealand
Mon 9/99:55 amSYD - ORD
2 stops25h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/12$1,287
Sat 8/173:40 pmORD - SYD
1 stop24h 40mAir Canada
Sun 9/19:20 amSYD - ORD
2 stops26h 24mAir Canada
Deal found 5/11$1,302
Thu 8/13:40 pmORD - SYD
1 stop24h 40mAir Canada
Mon 8/129:20 amSYD - ORD
1 stop20h 01mAir Canada
Deal found 5/11$1,303
Sun 8/2510:55 amORD - SYD
3 stops29h 25mAir Canada
Sat 8/319:20 amSYD - ORD
3 stops37h 38mAir Canada
Deal found 5/12$1,304
Thu 8/13:40 pmORD - SYD
1 stop24h 40mAir Canada
Sun 8/119:20 amSYD - ORD
2 stops39h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 5/11$1,309
Thu 8/111:00 amORD - SYD
2 stops29h 20mAir Canada
Sun 8/119:20 amSYD - ORD
2 stops39h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 5/11$1,314
Mon 11/114:40 pmORD - SYD
1 stop23h 40mAir Canada
Fri 11/2211:20 amSYD - ORD
1 stop42h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 5/12$1,331
Sat 8/318:45 amORD - SYD
3 stops31h 35mAir Canada
Fri 9/139:20 amSYD - ORD
2 stops25h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 5/12$1,336

Chicago to Sydney flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Chicago to Sydney for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,633,403 searches. Data last updated May 13, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Chicago to Sydney departing last-minute. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Wed 5/223:40 pmORD - SYD
1 stop24h 40mAir Canada
Wed 5/299:20 amSYD - ORD
2 stops22h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 5/12$1,676
Wed 5/223:40 pmORD - SYD
1 stop24h 40mAir Canada
Wed 5/299:20 amSYD - ORD
1 stop20h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 5/12$1,713
Wed 5/228:45 amORD - SYD
2 stops31h 35mAir Canada
Wed 5/299:20 amSYD - ORD
2 stops22h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 5/12$1,800
Wed 5/228:45 amORD - SYD
3 stops31h 35mAir Canada
Wed 5/299:20 amSYD - ORD
2 stops22h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 5/12$1,877
Sun 5/1910:55 amORD - SYD
2 stops29h 25mAir Canada
Sun 5/269:20 amSYD - ORD
2 stops22h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 5/12$1,903
Wed 5/223:40 pmORD - SYD
1 stop24h 40mAir Canada
Thu 8/299:20 amSYD - ORD
2 stops42h 39mAir Canada
Deal found 5/12$1,928
Sun 5/1910:55 amORD - SYD
2 stops29h 25mAir Canada
Sun 5/269:20 amSYD - ORD
3 stops37h 38mAir Canada
Deal found 5/12$1,930
Thu 5/233:40 pmORD - SYD
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/47:35 pmSYD - ORD
2 stops33h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,931
Wed 5/2210:36 amORD - SYD
2 stops29h 44mAir Canada
Thu 8/299:20 amSYD - ORD
2 stops42h 39mAir Canada
Deal found 5/12$1,932

One-way flights to Sydney from Chicago

Search for one-way flight options from Chicago to Sydney. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,633,403 searches. Data last updated May 13, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Chicago to Sydney, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those needing a return flight from Chicago to Sydney can use the search form above.
Wed 8/710:43 pmORD - SYD
2 stops48h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$554
Wed 8/76:35 amORD - SYD
2 stops41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$563
Sun 8/45:00 amORD - SYD
2 stops42h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$652
Fri 7/2610:36 amORD - SYD
2 stops37h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$690
Wed 6/58:26 pmORD - SYD
2 stops32h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$811
Fri 7/2611:32 amMDW - SYD
2 stops41h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$826
Tue 8/610:00 pmMDW - SYD
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$828
Tue 6/1110:01 pmORD - SYD
2 stops54h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$839
Sun 9/87:47 pmORD - SYD
2 stops32h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$842

Find flights from Chicago to Sydney within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Sydney 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 2,633,403 searches. Data last updated May 13, 2024.

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Chicago O'Hare IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/3

1 stop22h 59m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/11

1 stop20h 09m

$1,028

Chicago O'Hare IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/1

1 stop34h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 9/18

1 stop21h 59m

$1,077

Chicago O'Hare IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/4

2 stops31h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/18

1 stop20h 01m

$1,142

Chicago O'Hare IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/11

3 stops35h 09m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/18

2 stops26h 50m

$1,263

Chicago O'Hare IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/1

2 stops24h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 9/20

2 stops32h 43m

$1,264

Chicago O'Hare IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/20

1 stop24h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/5

1 stop26h 35m

$1,371

Chicago O'Hare IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/23

1 stop26h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/9

1 stop20h 05m

$1,378

Chicago O'Hare IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/11

2 stops23h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/18

2 stops27h 13m

$1,412

Chicago O'Hare IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/22

1 stop25h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/2

1 stop31h 35m

$1,521

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When is the best time to book a flight from Chicago to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Sydney. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Chicago to Sydney is 28 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Sydney. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Sydney flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Sydney by month

Plan your trip from Chicago to Sydney by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Chicago to Sydney is currently $734 while a round-trip flight costs $1,273. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Sydney (average of $1,110). Flying from Chicago to Sydney in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,427). 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.

January

$1,298

February

$1,110

March

$1,132

April

$1,359

May

$1,369

June

$1,386

July

$1,427

August

$1,305

September

$1,276

October

$1,214

November

$1,279

December

$1,397

Temperature and rainfall in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SYD

Temperature

51.8 - 71.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated May 13, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Sydney, such as Qantas Airways, American Airlines and Air Canada. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
76 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.7

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
8.7
Very good
76 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
76 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.7

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
1,175 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
76 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.7

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
8.5
Very good
918 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
76 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.7

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
1,476 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
76 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.7

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 New Zealand
8.3
Very good
633 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
76 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.9

Overall

8.7

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 Chicago to Sydney. 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 into for flights to Sydney from Chicago?

    Located just 4.6 mi from the city center, Sydney Kingsford Smith is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Sydney from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Kingsford Smith (SYD) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 10 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Chicago to Sydney for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Sydney for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qantas Airways for just $1,028, but on average you can expect to pay $1,088.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Sydney for under $1,700?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago to Sydney within the next 7 days for less than $1,700.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Sydney is Qantas Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,028 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Air Canada, starting at $1,077 and $1,142 round-trip. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $1,009 on Japan Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from $1,017 and Singapore Airlines from $1,038 one-way.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Sydney?

    When booking a flight from Chicago to Sydney, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Air Canada or British Airways as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What does ORD to SYD mean?

    ORD stands for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, while SYD stands for Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Chicago to Sydney?

    Chicago to Sydney flights have a layover in Los Angeles most often. Los Angeles is followed by Vancouver in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from Chicago to Sydney.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Los Angeles?

    The majority of Los Angeles visitors spend their time at Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live. Travelers on a layover in Los Angeles can visit Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live, by traveling 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively after landing at Los Angeles. Travelers in need of a car in Los Angeles can rent one for about $42 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Vancouver?

    Pacific Central Station, Capilano Suspension Bridge, and Queen Elizabeth Theatre are currently the most popular points of interest in Vancouver at the moment. Those on a layover in Vancouver interested in visiting Pacific Central Station, Capilano Suspension Bridge, or Queen Elizabeth Theatre can do so by traveling 6.6 mi, 10.6 mi, and 6.6 mi, respectively from Vancouver Intl. Those landing in Vancouver looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $47 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Chicago to Sydney flights?

    Chicago to Sydney flights have a layover in Auckland least often.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Sydney that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Chicago to Sydney flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Chicago to Sydney with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Chicago to Sydney flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Sydney. 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 2,633,403 searches. Data last updated May 13, 2024.
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American AirlinesCheapest$420Average$1,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$739Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$914Average$1,574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$966Average$1,829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,010Average$1,367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,022Average$1,571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,213Average$1,622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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ANACheapest$1,349Average$2,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,387Average$1,553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,492Average$2,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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