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$515+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Sydney (SYD)

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 5/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SYD
5月 23 — 5月 301
週六 5/23
週六 5/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Sydney

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4月 23, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週三 4/296:10 am
MDW
-
SYD
3 stops38h 40m
Multiple Airlines
週三 5/61:15 pm
SYD
-
MDW
3 stops36h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,174
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週六 5/166:55 am
ORD
-
SYD
3 stops37h 55m
Multiple Airlines
週一 6/81:15 pm
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops31h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18$1,208
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
週二 11/34:25 pm
ORD
-
SYD
1 stop25h 05m
ANA
週二 11/179:45 pm
SYD
-
ORD
1 stop26h 35m
ANA
Deal found 4/21$1,231
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
週三 8/55:45 pm
ORD
-
SYD
1 stop34h 25m
ANA
週日 8/308:55 pm
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops32h 41m
ANA
Deal found 4/21$1,241
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
週五 11/63:40 pm
ORD
-
SYD
1 stop24h 55m
Air Canada
週五 11/2011:20 am
SYD
-
ORD
1 stop20h 21m
Air Canada
Deal found 4/21$1,244
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
週二 11/108:00 pm
ORD
-
SYD
2 stops31h 15m
ANA
週二 11/179:45 pm
SYD
-
ORD
1 stop26h 35m
ANA
Deal found 4/21$1,251
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週日 5/106:50 am
ORD
-
SYD
3 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
週日 6/71:15 pm
SYD
-
ORD
3 stops48h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20$1,252
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週四 7/309:28 am
ORD
-
SYD
3 stops35h 22m
Multiple Airlines
週四 8/131:15 pm
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops32h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,256
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
週四 8/275:45 pm
ORD
-
SYD
1 stop24h 40m
ANA
週一 9/1411:45 am
SYD
-
ORD
1 stop42h 10m
ANA
Deal found 4/22$1,257
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週三 5/63:07 pm
MDW
-
SYD
3 stops29h 43m
Multiple Airlines
週六 5/96:00 am
SYD
-
MDW
3 stops44h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,264
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
週六 5/166:00 am
MDW
-
SYD
3 stops38h 50m
Multiple Airlines
週一 6/81:15 pm
SYD
-
MDW
3 stops36h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18$1,283
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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.
週四 6/41:21 pm
PIA
-
SYD
2 stops26h 34m
United Airlines
週五 6/129:30 am
SYD
-
PIA
2 stops22h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/18$1,293

Find flight deals from Illinois to Sydney

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Sydney flight deals. Data was last updated 4月 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,208
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$515
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,441
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One-way flight from Illinois to Sydney Kingsford Smith
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($63 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated 4月 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Sydney that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

PeoriaSydney

PIA - SYD

PIASYD

Greater Peoria

週四 6/4

1:21 pm-6:55 am

2 stops26h 34m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週五 6/12

9:30 am-4:58 pm

2 stops22h 28m

$1,293

St. LouisSydney

STL - SYD

STLSYD

Lambert-St Louis

週一 5/4

2:35 pm-6:55 am

2 stops25h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週一 5/18

10:20 am-4:57 pm

2 stops21h 37m

$1,308

St. LouisSydney

STL - SYD

STLSYD

Lambert-St Louis

週一 9/7

8:52 am-6:55 am

1 stop31h 03m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週一 9/14

10:20 am-6:24 pm

1 stop23h 04m

$1,418

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

週三 7/8

3:55 pm-6:50 am

2 stops23h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週三 7/15

9:15 am-6:57 pm

2 stops24h 42m

$1,422

ChicagoSydney

MDW - SYD

MDWSYD

Chicago Midway

週三 7/8

1:49 pm-6:50 am

2 stops26h 01m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週三 7/15

9:15 am-6:25 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$1,422

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

週一 6/29

4:45 pm-7:00 am

1 stop23h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週二 7/7

10:20 am-6:46 pm

2 stops23h 26m

$1,422

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

週一 6/1

6:24 am-6:50 am

2 stops33h 26m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週一 6/15

9:15 am-5:20 pm

1 stop23h 05m

$1,423

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

週日 5/24

9:25 am-6:50 am

2 stops30h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週日 5/31

9:15 am-4:49 pm

2 stops22h 34m

$1,423

PeoriaSydney

PIA - SYD

PIASYD

Greater Peoria

週一 6/1

1:21 pm-6:55 am

2 stops26h 34m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週一 6/8

9:30 am-12:15 am

2 stops29h 45m

$1,423

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

週日 5/10

2:11 pm-6:50 am

2 stops25h 39m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

週日 6/7

9:15 am-8:32 pm

2 stops26h 17m

$1,423

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Sydney

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Sydney (average of $138). Flying from Illinois to Sydney in July is currently the most expensive (average of $845). 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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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois?

    If you book a flight to Sydney from Illinois, you will be flying to Kingsford Smith, which is the city’s only airport. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is located 4.6 mi from the center of Sydney.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Sydney?

    There are many flights that can get you from Illinois to Sydney in 23h 55m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from Illinois to Sydney is about 9228 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Qantas Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $421. Users have also found prices from $691 and $827 on ANA and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Sydney?

    While some choose either Chicago Midway - Sydney Kingsford Smith or Lambert-St Louis - Sydney Kingsford Smith, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith is the most popular route from Illinois to Sydney.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Sydney 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 Illinois to Sydney?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Sydney (average of $138). Flying from Illinois to Sydney in July is currently the most expensive (average of $845). 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 8 airlines flying from Illinois to Sydney

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated 4月 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$1,695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$317Average$1,467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$716Average$1,181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$837Average$1,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$870Average$1,559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$898Average$1,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
ANACheapest$1,177Average$1,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,282Average$1,461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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