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$532+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Australia

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 2/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SYD
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/247:44 pmORD - MEL
1 stop44h 46mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/412:00 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops47h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,456
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Wed 12/247:44 pmORD - BNE
2 stops45h 56mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/317:40 pmBNE - ORD
1 stop26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,481
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Wed 12/247:44 pmORD - MEL
1 stop44h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/612:00 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops51h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,495
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Tue 12/237:44 pmORD - MEL
1 stop44h 46mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/412:00 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops47h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,540
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Wed 12/247:44 pmORD - MEL
1 stop44h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/26:45 amMEL - ORD
2 stops28h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,578
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Tue 12/237:44 pmORD - MEL
1 stop44h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/612:00 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops51h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,579
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Wed 12/247:44 pmORD - MEL
1 stop44h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/317:00 amMEL - ORD
2 stops49h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,600
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Thu 12/257:44 pmORD - MEL
1 stop44h 46mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/412:00 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops47h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,607
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Thu 12/259:33 pmORD - MEL
2 stops42h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/24:05 pmMEL - ORD
1 stop23h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,625
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Thu 12/259:33 pmORD - MEL
2 stops42h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/314:05 pmMEL - ORD
1 stop40h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,629
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Wed 12/247:44 pmORD - MEL
1 stop44h 46mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/36:15 amMEL - ORD
2 stops47h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,645
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Thu 12/257:44 pmORD - MEL
1 stop44h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/13:00 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops48h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,646

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Round-trip from

$901
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One-way from

$532
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December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,388
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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

Sat 1/31

3:10 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops34h 00m

Brisbane

Sat 2/7

7:40 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop37h 09m

$935

ChicagoBrisbane

ORD - BNE

ORDBNE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/28

8:45 am-8:45 am

2 stops32h 00m

Brisbane

Sun 2/8

10:45 am-2:41 pm

1 stop19h 56m

$957

ChicagoBrisbane

ORD - BNE

ORDBNE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/10

8:45 am-8:45 am

2 stops32h 00m

Brisbane

Sun 2/22

10:45 am-2:41 pm

1 stop19h 56m

$957

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/1

3:40 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops28h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 4/9

9:00 pm-2:43 pm

2 stops32h 43m

$1,031

ChicagoBrisbane

ORD - BNE

ORDBNE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/31

3:35 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops31h 55m

Brisbane

Sat 2/7

10:45 am-8:10 pm

2 stops25h 25m

$1,068

ChicagoAdelaide

ORD - ADL

ORDADL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/31

3:35 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops30h 00m

Adelaide

Sat 2/7

6:10 am-2:41 pm

2 stops25h 01m

$1,069

ChicagoAdelaide

ORD - ADL

ORDADL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/31

1:13 pm-1:55 pm

3 stops32h 12m

Adelaide

Sat 2/7

6:00 am-9:13 am

3 stops43h 43m

$1,092

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/16

1:05 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops31h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 3/2

6:50 pm-2:41 pm

2 stops36h 51m

$1,093

ChicagoBrisbane

ORD - BNE

ORDBNE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

9:15 am-7:05 am

2 stops30h 50m

Brisbane

Fri 4/24

10:00 am-2:43 pm

1 stop19h 43m

$1,097

ChicagoBrisbane

ORD - BNE

ORDBNE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

9:15 am-8:45 am

2 stops31h 30m

Brisbane

Thu 3/5

10:45 am-4:45 pm

2 stops22h 00m

$1,097

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Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to Australia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia (average of $198). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $851). 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 December 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to Australia. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
210 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
210 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
210 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
210 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,093 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
210 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,055 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
210 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,534 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
210 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia in 31h 40m. Fly via Qantas Airways, Air Canada, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Australia are separated by a distance of 9660 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is ANA, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $304. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia?

    While some choose either Chicago O'Hare Intl - Melbourne or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Brisbane, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith is the most popular route from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Australia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Australia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Australia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Australia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Australia 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia (average of $198). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $851). 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 10 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Australia

Discover the top 10 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$675Average$1,157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
ANACheapest$679Average$1,209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$772Average$1,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$796Average$885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$851Average$1,238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$870Average$1,671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$935Average$1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,229Average$2,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,264Average$1,512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,418Average$1,773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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