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Cheap flights from Cairns to Chicago from $1,159

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United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:38 pm
CNS
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ORD
25h 38m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
9:20 pm - 8:20 pm
ORD
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CNS
56h 00m
2 stops
$2,013United Airlines
Tue, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 16
Virgin Australia Logo
6:00 am - 6:35 pm
CNS
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ORD
27h 35m
2 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
6:20 pm - 8:10 pm
ORD
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CNS
34h 50m
3 stops
$2,029Virgin Australia
Tue, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:40 pm - 1:55 pm
CNS
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ORD
35h 15m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 10:35 am
ORD
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CNS
34h 45m
2 stops
$2,054Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 21 - Thu, May 28
Virgin Australia Logo
6:00 am - 12:59 am
CNS
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ORD
33h 59m
2 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
6:20 pm - 11:10 am
ORD
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CNS
25h 50m
2 stops
$2,063Virgin Australia
Sun, Jun 14 - Sun, Jun 21
Air New Zealand Logo
6:00 am - 9:36 pm
CNS
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ORD
30h 36m
3 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
2:21 pm - 10:45 pm
ORD
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CNS
41h 24m
3 stops
$2,080Air New Zealand
Fri, Jun 5 - Fri, Jun 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 am - 4:50 pm
CNS
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ORD
44h 50m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:20 pm - 9:45 am
ORD
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CNS
47h 25m
3 stops
$2,082Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 21 - Thu, May 28
Qantas Airways Logo
1:40 pm - 12:35 pm
CNS
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ORD
37h 55m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
8:50 pm - 11:50 am
ORD
-
CNS
48h 00m
2 stops
$2,104Qantas Airways
Fri, Jun 5 - Fri, Jun 12
Virgin Australia Logo
6:00 am - 10:59 pm
CNS
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ORD
31h 59m
2 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
6:20 pm - 4:10 pm
ORD
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CNS
30h 50m
3 stops
$2,122Virgin Australia
Fri, Jun 5 - Fri, Jun 12
Virgin Australia Logo
7:15 pm - 2:29 pm
CNS
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ORD
34h 14m
2 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
6:20 pm - 4:10 pm
ORD
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CNS
30h 50m
3 stops
$2,228Virgin Australia
Sun, Jun 14 - Sun, Jun 21
Virgin Australia Logo
4:55 pm - 2:35 pm
CNS
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ORD
36h 40m
3 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
6:20 pm - 4:10 pm
ORD
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CNS
30h 50m
3 stops
$2,240Virgin Australia
Tue, Jun 9 - Tue, Jun 16

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Virgin Australia
Jun 9
CNS6:00 amCairns
27h 35m
2 stops
ORD6:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jun 16
ORD6:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
34h 50m
3 stops
CNS8:10 pmCairns
$2,029
Virgin Australia
Jun 14
CNS6:00 amCairns
33h 59m
2 stops
ORD12:59 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jun 21
ORD6:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
25h 50m
2 stops
CNS11:10 amCairns
$2,063
Virgin Australia
Jun 5
CNS6:00 amCairns
31h 59m
2 stops
ORD10:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jun 12
ORD6:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 50m
3 stops
CNS4:10 pmCairns
$2,122

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CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Tue 6/9

6:00 am-4:38 pm

2 stops25h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/16

9:20 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops56h 00m

$2,013

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Tue 6/9

6:00 am-6:35 pm

2 stops27h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/16

6:20 pm-8:10 pm

3 stops34h 50m

$2,029

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Thu 5/21

5:40 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops35h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/28

8:50 am-10:35 am

2 stops34h 45m

$2,054
Quickest round-trip

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Sun 6/14

6:00 am-12:59 am

2 stops33h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/21

6:20 pm-11:10 am

2 stops25h 50m

$2,063

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Fri 6/5

6:00 am-9:36 pm

3 stops30h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/12

2:21 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops41h 24m

$2,080

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Thu 5/21

11:00 am-4:50 pm

3 stops44h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/28

7:20 pm-9:45 am

3 stops47h 25m

$2,082

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Fri 6/5

1:40 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops37h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/12

8:50 pm-11:50 am

2 stops48h 00m

$2,104

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Fri 6/5

6:00 am-10:59 pm

2 stops31h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/12

6:20 pm-4:10 pm

3 stops30h 50m

$2,122

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Sun 6/14

7:15 pm-2:29 pm

2 stops34h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/21

6:20 pm-4:10 pm

3 stops30h 50m

$2,228

CairnsChicago

CNS - ORD

CNSORD

Cairns

Tue 6/9

4:55 pm-2:35 pm

3 stops36h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/16

6:20 pm-4:10 pm

3 stops30h 50m

$2,240

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Fastest flight time

25h 38m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Cairns to Chicago takes 25h 38m
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cairns to Chicago

  • How far is Cairns to Chicago by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Cairns to Chicago is 8854.7 mi. Flights usually cover this in 25h 38m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Chicago?

    Prices for flights from Cairns Airport to Chicago refresh daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cairns Airport to Chicago?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cairns Airport to Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

    The required travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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    Leverage our AI within our “Price Forecast” tool, which predicts if it’s better to book now or wait until prices decrease. You can strategically pick the best days to fly and save money on your trip by using our “Price Calendar” tool. “Explore” shows an overview of how much it costs to fly to anywhere from a selected city or airport. Our “Discover” content is a great option for travel inspiration and money-saving tips, while “Price Alerts” will update you when prices change, so you can book when fares are right.

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