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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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cairns Airport.

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The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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ORD3:23 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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ORD1:23 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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Dec 23

ORD3:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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ORD11:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 15m

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Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Cairns. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,493. The most expensive day to fly to Cairns is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $2,994.

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How far is Chicago O'Hare Intl to Cairns by plane?
Chicago O'Hare Intl and Cairns are 8839.3 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 26h 05m by plane in normal conditions.
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How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cairns Airport?
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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Cairns Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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