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$549+ 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 8/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SYD
Jun 8 — Jun 151
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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 May 9, 2026.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/236:20 pm
ORD
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MEL
2 stops34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/17:30 am
MEL
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ORD
2 stops28h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,197
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/276:29 pm
ORD
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MEL
2 stops33h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/17:30 am
MEL
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ORD
2 stops28h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,230
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/265:45 pm
ORD
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SYD
1 stop34h 25m
ANA
Tue 9/88:55 pm
SYD
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ORD
1 stop26h 45m
ANA
Deal found 5/7$1,231
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/15:45 pm
ORD
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SYD
1 stop34h 25m
ANA
Tue 9/88:55 pm
SYD
-
ORD
1 stop26h 45m
ANA
Deal found 5/6$1,232
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/55:45 pm
ORD
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SYD
1 stop34h 25m
ANA
Sun 8/3011:45 am
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops32h 00m
ANA
Deal found 5/6$1,241
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Tue 11/34:25 pm
ORD
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SYD
1 stop34h 50m
ANA
Wed 11/1812:25 pm
SYD
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ORD
1 stop35h 55m
ANA
Deal found 5/5$1,253
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/265:35 pm
ORD
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SYD
1 stop34h 40m
ANA
Tue 11/109:45 pm
SYD
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ORD
1 stop26h 35m
ANA
Deal found 5/4$1,260
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/44:25 pm
ORD
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SYD
1 stop34h 50m
ANA
Thu 11/1212:25 pm
SYD
-
ORD
1 stop35h 55m
ANA
Deal found 5/5$1,261
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/205:45 pm
ORD
-
SYD
1 stop34h 25m
ANA
Thu 8/2711:45 am
SYD
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ORD
2 stops32h 00m
ANA
Deal found 5/6$1,265
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/281:25 pm
ORD
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MEL
2 stops38h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/67:30 am
MEL
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ORD
2 stops28h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,266
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/256:29 pm
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops33h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/87:30 am
MEL
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ORD
2 stops28h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6$1,327
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Sat 8/19:13 pm
ORD
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MEL
1 stop42h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/51:25 pm
MEL
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ORD
2 stops31h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,364

Find flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for O'Hare Intl to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated May 9, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,230
(Jetabroad)

One-way from

$549
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,459
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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. 3% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl to Australia 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 May 9, 2026.
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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Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/21

5:45 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop34h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 8/28

11:45 am-4:45 am

2 stops32h 00m

$1,271

ChicagoBrisbane

ORD - BNE

ORDBNE

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/17

3:40 pm-7:05 am

1 stop24h 25m

Brisbane

Wed 6/24

10:00 am-2:41 pm

1 stop19h 41m

$1,530

ChicagoCanberra

ORD - CBR

ORDCBR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/28

3:40 pm-11:35 am

2 stops28h 55m

Canberra

Thu 6/4

6:20 am-2:45 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$1,548
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/30

6:20 pm-8:15 am

1 stop22h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 7/28

10:55 am-4:38 pm

1 stop20h 43m

$1,603

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/4

10:40 am-8:15 am

1 stop30h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 11/15

11:30 am-2:37 pm

1 stop20h 07m

$1,603

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/3

2:30 pm-7:30 am

1 stop26h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 11/15

11:30 am-4:40 pm

1 stop22h 10m

$1,603

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/28

4:40 pm-7:30 am

1 stop23h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 10/7

11:55 am-9:27 pm

1 stop25h 32m

$1,603

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/3

4:45 pm-7:30 am

1 stop23h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 11/16

1:00 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$1,603

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/2

7:49 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops32h 01m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/9

8:45 pm-6:00 am

3 stops24h 15m

$1,605

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/3

4:12 pm-8:15 am

2 stops25h 03m

Melbourne

Tue 8/18

10:55 am-6:32 pm

1 stop22h 37m

$1,607

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia?

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 55 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia (average of $113). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia in February is currently the most expensive (average of $839). 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.

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 May 9, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andUnited 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.

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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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 22h 55m. Fly via ANA, 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 Qantas Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $441. However, be on the lookout for offers from ANA and United 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?

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia (average of $113). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Australia in February is currently the most expensive (average of $839). 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 May 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$1,487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$712Average$1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$716Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$837Average$1,571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$870Average$1,686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
ANACheapest$1,184Average$1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,217Average$1,504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,263Average$1,762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,418Average$1,888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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