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Cheap flights from Sydney to Chicago from $461

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ANA Logo
11:50 am - 5:01 amSYD-ORD
32h 11m2 stops
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5:45 pm - 9:25 amORD-SYD
24h 40m1 stop
$1,091ANA
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Thu, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 2
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9:20 am - 6:03 amSYD-ORD
35h 43m3 stops
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3:18 pm - 11:45 amORD-SYD
29h 27m3 stops
$1,094
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Tue, Jul 22 - Sat, Aug 9
American Airlines Logo
9:10 am - 6:05 amSYD-ORD
35h 55m1 stop
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8:30 am - 6:05 amORD-SYD
30h 35m1 stop
$1,102American Airlines
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Sun, Aug 10 - Sun, Aug 24
American Airlines Logo
9:10 am - 12:24 amSYD-ORD
30h 14m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 6:05 amORD-SYD
30h 35m1 stop
$1,103American Airlines
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Sun, Aug 10 - Sun, Aug 24
ANA Logo
11:50 am - 4:59 amSYD-ORD
32h 09m2 stops
ANA Logo
5:45 pm - 9:25 amORD-SYD
24h 40m1 stop
$1,104ANA
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Sat, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 21
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:40 pm - 5:00 amSYD-ORD
46h 20m2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:07 pm - 7:45 pmORD-SYD
38h 38m2 stops
$1,178Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Aug 21 - Wed, Aug 27
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:40 pm - 5:00 amSYD-ORD
46h 20m2 stops
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2:07 pm - 7:45 pmORD-SYD
38h 38m2 stops
$1,191Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Aug 21 - Thu, Aug 28
United Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 5:08 pmSYD-ORD
21h 48m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
10:49 am - 7:00 amORD-SYD
29h 11m2 stops
$1,407United Airlines
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Tue, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 28
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 4:41 pmSYD-ORD
22h 11m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 7:00 amORD-SYD
21h 45m1 stop
$1,421United Airlines
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Mon, Aug 4 - Sat, Aug 16
Qantas Airways Logo
9:10 am - 3:55 pmSYD-ORD
21h 45m1 stop
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7:03 pm - 7:05 amORD-SYD
21h 02m1 stop
$1,425Qantas Airways
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Thu, Aug 7 - Wed, Aug 20

ANA flights from Sydney to Chicago

Our best ANA deals on Sydney to Chicago flight tickets
ANA
Aug 28
SYD11:50 amSydney Kingsford Smith
32h 11m
2 stops
ORD5:01 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Sep 2
ORD5:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
24h 40m
1 stop
SYD9:25 amSydney Kingsford Smith
ANA
Sep 13
SYD11:50 amSydney Kingsford Smith
32h 09m
2 stops
ORD4:59 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Sep 21
ORD5:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
24h 40m
1 stop
SYD9:25 amSydney Kingsford Smith
ANA
Jul 16
SYD8:55 pmSydney Kingsford Smith
26h 45m
1 stop
ORD8:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 9
ORD7:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
32h 35m
2 stops
SYD7:15 pmSydney Kingsford Smith

American Airlines flights from Sydney to Chicago

Our best American Airlines deals on Sydney to Chicago flight tickets
American Airlines
Aug 10
SYD9:10 amSydney Kingsford Smith
35h 55m
1 stop
ORD6:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 24
ORD8:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 35m
1 stop
SYD6:05 amSydney Kingsford Smith
American Airlines
Aug 10
SYD9:10 amSydney Kingsford Smith
30h 14m
1 stop
ORD12:24 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 24
ORD8:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
30h 35m
1 stop
SYD6:05 amSydney Kingsford Smith
American Airlines
Aug 10
SYD9:10 amSydney Kingsford Smith
24h 07m
2 stops
ORD6:17 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 24
ORD3:56 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
24h 09m
2 stops
SYD7:05 amSydney Kingsford Smith

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Sydney, with most prices found around $741. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in March, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Sydney to Chicago during May average around $748.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $1,103. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Sydney to Chicago for around $1,626.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the evening. Flights from Sydney to Chicago during this time can be as low as $1,141. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the morning when prices are around $1,365.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Sydney when booking 20 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $1,017 when searching 20 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Sydney for as low as $848 on momondo.

How have Sydney to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of June 2025, prices for Sydney to Chicago flights are approximately 56% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sydney to Chicago

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Sydney to Chicago according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$461

Fastest flight time

19h 34m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Chicago

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $461. The best round-trip flight deal from Sydney to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,091.
The fastest flight from Sydney to Chicago takes 19h 34m
There are no direct flights from Sydney to Chicago. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport - Chicago Midway Airport and Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport - Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.
There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

  • How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chicago by plane?

    A flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chicago will travel around 9237.5 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 19h 34m.

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

    Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Chicago refresh daily.

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

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

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago 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 Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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


Best airlines flying from Sydney to Chicago

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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $631Free CancellationRating
7.5
860 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $884Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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