Cheap flights from Chicago to Sydney from $435

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7:29 pm - 7:30 am
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1:15 pm - 5:39 am
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31h 24m
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$946Multiple Airlines
Tue, Mar 31 - Mon, Apr 13
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7:29 pm - 7:30 am
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1:15 pm - 5:39 am
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31h 24m
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$950Multiple Airlines
Tue, Mar 31 - Mon, Apr 13
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7:45 pm - 7:30 am
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43h 45m
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1:15 pm - 5:50 am
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ORD
31h 35m
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$953Multiple Airlines
Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 15
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1:15 pm - 8:50 pm
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SYD
38h 35m
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11:20 am - 4:36 pm
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ORD
21h 16m
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$961Qantas Airways
Wed, Mar 4 - Sun, Mar 15
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4:45 pm - 9:00 am
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SYD
23h 15m
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7:15 pm - 4:37 pm
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38h 22m
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$962Qantas Airways
Mon, Feb 23 - Tue, Mar 3
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4:49 pm - 7:35 am
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45h 46m
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11:20 am - 4:36 pm
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21h 16m
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$963Qantas Airways
Tue, Mar 3 - Tue, Mar 10
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1:14 pm - 8:50 pm
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39h 36m
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6:50 pm - 11:47 pm
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ORD
20h 57m
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$970Qantas Airways
Wed, Mar 18 - Mon, Mar 30
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2:05 pm - 7:30 am
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25h 25m
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9:40 am - 5:22 pm
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23h 42m
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$1,387Delta
Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17
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2:00 pm - 6:50 am
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25h 50m
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9:15 am - 6:05 pm
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23h 50m
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$1,388Delta
Wed, Aug 5 - Wed, Aug 26
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1:28 pm - 8:30 am
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26h 02m
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10:40 am - 5:45 pm
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24h 05m
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$1,437Delta
Sun, Feb 22 - Fri, Mar 6

Delta flights from Chicago to Sydney

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to Sydney flight tickets
Delta
Mar 10
MDW2:05 pmChicago Midway
25h 25m
2 stops
SYD7:30 amSydney Kingsford Smith
Mar 17
SYD9:40 amSydney Kingsford Smith
23h 42m
2 stops
MDW5:22 pmChicago Midway
$1,387
Delta
Feb 15
MDW11:45 amChicago Midway
27h 45m
2 stops
SYD8:30 amSydney Kingsford Smith
Mar 11
SYD9:40 amSydney Kingsford Smith
23h 42m
2 stops
MDW5:22 pmChicago Midway
$1,388
Delta
Feb 22
MDW1:28 pmChicago Midway
26h 02m
2 stops
SYD8:30 amSydney Kingsford Smith
Mar 6
SYD10:40 amSydney Kingsford Smith
24h 05m
2 stops
MDW5:45 pmChicago Midway
$1,437

Qantas Airways flights from Chicago to Sydney

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Chicago to Sydney flight tickets
Qantas Airways
Feb 16
ORD4:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
23h 15m
1 stop
SYD9:00 amSydney Kingsford Smith
Feb 25
SYD7:05 amSydney Kingsford Smith
26h 32m
2 stops
ORD4:37 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$941
Qantas Airways
Feb 14
ORD4:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
21h 40m
1 stop
SYD7:25 amSydney Kingsford Smith
Feb 20
SYD7:05 amSydney Kingsford Smith
26h 32m
2 stops
ORD4:37 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$949
Qantas Airways
Feb 10
ORD6:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
21h 20m
1 stop
SYD9:00 amSydney Kingsford Smith
Feb 18
SYD7:05 amSydney Kingsford Smith
24h 48m
2 stops
ORD2:53 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$952

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ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/31

7:29 pm-7:30 am

1 stop44h 01m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 4/13

1:15 pm-5:39 am

2 stops31h 24m

$946

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/31

7:29 pm-7:30 am

1 stop44h 01m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 4/13

1:15 pm-5:39 am

2 stops31h 24m

$950

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/1

7:45 pm-7:30 am

1 stop43h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/15

1:15 pm-5:50 am

2 stops31h 35m

$953

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

1:15 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops38h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/15

11:20 am-4:36 pm

1 stop21h 16m

$961

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/23

4:45 pm-9:00 am

1 stop23h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/3

7:15 pm-4:37 pm

2 stops38h 22m

$962

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

4:49 pm-7:35 am

2 stops45h 46m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/10

11:20 am-4:36 pm

1 stop21h 16m

$963

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/18

1:14 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops39h 36m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/30

6:50 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop20h 57m

$970

ChicagoSydney

MDW - SYD

MDWSYD

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/10

2:05 pm-7:30 am

2 stops25h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/17

9:40 am-5:22 pm

2 stops23h 42m

$1,387

ChicagoSydney

MDW - SYD

MDWSYD

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/5

2:00 pm-6:50 am

2 stops25h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/26

9:15 am-6:05 pm

2 stops23h 50m

$1,388

ChicagoSydney

MDW - SYD

MDWSYD

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/22

1:28 pm-8:30 am

2 stops26h 02m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 3/6

10:40 am-5:45 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$1,437

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Sydney?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

In general, June is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Sydney. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $865. If you are unable to visit Sydney during the month of June, then departing from Chicago during the month May is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $869.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around $1,110 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sydney from Chicago for as low as $911 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Sydney flights?

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Sydney flight.

How have Chicago to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for Chicago to Sydney flights are approximately 33% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to Sydney

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago to Sydney according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Chicago to Sydney (CHI to SYD) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

21h 11m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chicago to Sydney takes 21h 11m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Sydney. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to Sydney.
  • How far is Chicago to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?

    There are 9237.5 mi between Chicago and Sydney Kingsford Smith. By plane, this route typically takes 21h 11m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport 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 Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Sydney?

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Sydney

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Fiji AirwaysPriceFrom $795Free CancellationRating
8.0
225 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $804Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,249 reviews
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7.5
988 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $870Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,255 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $890Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,697 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $935Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,173 reviews
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ANAPriceFrom $1,177Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,089 reviews
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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,282Free CancellationRating
8.0
582 reviews
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