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Find cheap flights from Chicago to Brisbane from $850

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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Brisbane (ORD-BNE)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Brisbane that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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6:15 pm - 11:00 amORD-BNE
25h 45m2 stops
12:15 pm - 8:50 pmBNE-ORD
23h 35m2 stops
$1,180Air New Zealand
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Tue, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 17
12:55 pm - 6:10 pmORD-BNE
38h 15m2 stops
12:15 pm - 8:50 pmBNE-ORD
23h 35m2 stops
$1,222Air New Zealand
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Tue, Aug 13 - Tue, Aug 20
4:56 pm - 2:35 pmORD-BNE
30h 39m2 stops
7:45 pm - 6:10 pmBNE-ORD
37h 25m2 stops
$1,359Qantas Airways
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Thu, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 2
4:50 pm - 12:35 pmORD-BNE
28h 45m2 stops
5:00 am - 4:09 pmBNE-ORD
26h 09m2 stops
$1,433Qantas Airways
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Wed, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 15
3:40 pm - 7:00 amORD-BNE
48h 20m2 stops
10:00 am - 2:21 pmBNE-ORD
19h 21m1 stop
$1,613Air Canada
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Sun, Aug 4 - Sun, Aug 11
9:03 am - 7:35 amORD-BNE
31h 32m2 stops
6:35 am - 7:42 pmBNE-ORD
29h 07m3 stops
$1,635Air Canada
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Wed, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 27
6:25 pm - 10:35 amORD-BNE
25h 10m2 stops
11:50 pm - 11:56 pmBNE-ORD
39h 06m2 stops
$1,962Fiji Airways
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Sat, Sep 21 - Sat, Sep 28
6:25 pm - 10:35 amORD-BNE
25h 10m2 stops
11:50 pm - 11:56 pmBNE-ORD
39h 06m2 stops
$1,969Fiji Airways
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Mon, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 28
6:11 pm - 6:30 amORD-BNE
21h 19m1 stop
10:30 am - 4:56 pmBNE-ORD
21h 26m1 stop
$2,171United Airlines
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Wed, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 13
3:55 pm - 6:30 amORD-BNE
23h 35m2 stops
10:30 am - 2:54 pmBNE-ORD
19h 24m1 stop
$2,176United Airlines
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Wed, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 13

Flights from Chicago to Brisbane - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Brisbane to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Brisbane?

The average price of all flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Brisbane clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from Chicago to Brisbane, you should consider leaving on a Monday and avoid Saturdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Chicago, you’ll find the best rates on Mondays and the most expensive ones on Wednesdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Brisbane?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Brisbane, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Brisbane is March, where tickets cost $1,360 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of tickets is $2,195 and $2,053 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Brisbane?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Brisbane, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Brisbane, you should book around 4 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Brisbane?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 3 days, Air Canada offered the best one-way deal for that route, at $1,178. KAYAK users also found Chicago to Brisbane round-trip flights on Air New Zealand from $1,180 and on Qantas Airways from $1,359.

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Low season

April

High season

August

Cheapest flight

$850
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Chicago to Brisbane

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Brisbane based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Chicago to Brisbane flights

  • Which mode of transportation will cost travelers the least money to get from the city's business center to the Midway International Airport?

    The least expensive mode of transportation for airport transfer from Chicago's city center to MDW is public transportation, such as buses or trains, as they often have fixed fares. Additionally, ride-sharing services like Uber or Lyft, might be cost-effective depending on the distance and current pricing in the city.

  • Which airline route provides the most affordable flight options from Chicago to Brisbane?

    Travelers on a tight budget may find that a connecting flight from Chicago (MDW) to Brisbane (BNE) is less expensive than one taken directly. On this route, connecting flights are provided by a number of airlines, such as United Airlines, Qantas Airways, Delta Air Lines, and American Airlines. Los Angeles, Melbourne, Atlanta, and Sydney are the respective points where these airlines make stops.

  • Which airlines fly from Chicago to Brisbane and allow pets?

    Some airlines, including United Airlines, Qantas Airways, Delta Air Lines, and American Airlines, let travelers to travel with their furry friends on flights from Chicago to Brisbane. There are, however, limitations on the number of pets that are allowed to board each airline, so it's crucial that you purchase your ticket as soon as you can. If the combined weight of your pet and the carrier, including the carrier, is less than 20 lbs, it will be considered a carry-on item.

  • Which airlines offer service between Chicago (MDW) and Brisbane (BNE) and have accommodating policies for checked baggage?

    Several airlines, including United Airlines, Qantas Airways, and Delta Air Lines, have relaxed their baggage restrictions for flights departing from Chicago to Brisbane. These airlines allow passengers to check in with one free carry-on bag, but it shouldn't weigh more than 22 lbs, and one free personal item. These airlines also provide discounted pricing for checked luggage weighing less than fifty pounds.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Brisbane?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Brisbane was $850 for a one-way ticket and $1,180 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Brisbane?

    Yes

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Brisbane?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Brisbane?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Brisbane, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Brisbane, Air New Zealand or Fiji Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Brisbane are Air New Zealand and Fiji Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,651 and an overall rating of 8.2, Air New Zealand is the most popular choice. Fiji Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $2,091 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Brisbane?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Brisbane.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Brisbane?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Brisbane from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Brisbane?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Brisbane with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline. Booking your flights between Chicago and BNE can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Brisbane?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Brisbane from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from ORD to Brisbane

  • The great majority of business travelers choose to land at Brisbane Airport (BNE) when traveling from Chicago (MDW) to Brisbane. This is because Brisbane Airport is situated approximately 20 minutes away from the city center, making it easily accessible for business travelers. Its proximity to the city reduces travel time and provides convenient connections to key business hubs.
  • If you desire a stylish journey from Chicago to Brisbane, you may want to consider choosing Emirates Airlines, American Airlines, or Delta as your preferred airlines. These carriers offer a unique bidding process that allows you to request an upgrade to a first-class cabin, regardless of whether you initially booked a business or economy class ticket. You can make this upgrade request either at the time of purchasing your flight or during the check-in process with any of these airlines.
  • If you want to be entertained from Chicago to Brisbane, think about utilizing American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Emirates, or United Airlines. Customers traveling on either of the aforementioned airlines can use the complimentary in-flight internet connectivity to stream music, children's cartoons, and their preferred television programs.
  • Most environmentalists opt to depart via Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) while flying from Chicago to Brisbane. This preference is a result of MDW airport using renewable energy sources much more frequently. The MDW Airport has concentrated on installing solar power-generating machinery in order to supply clean electricity. MDW has also implemented geothermal systems for cooling and heating in an effort to reduce its reliance on energy from fossil fuels.
  • If you want to fly from Chicago (MDW) to Brisbane (BNE) early in the morning, think about spending the night close to MDW Airport. Due to its easy access to MDW Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Chicago/Midway Airport is a convenient alternative for overnight lodging.
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Top 5 airlines serving from Chicago to Brisbane

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Brisbane. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to Brisbane? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.2
Air New ZealandOverall score based on 635 reviews
8.4Boarding
8.8Crew
7.9Entertainment
7.6Food
8.1Comfort
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Can you please process refund. Mum died and dad went to Pakistan to bury her after cancelling flight.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, May 2024AKL - YVR
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Can you please process refund. Mum died and dad went to Pakistan to bury her after cancelling flight.

Short flight so no entertainment, turbulence so no food service - overall flight as expected

All was good, the only thing was it didn't run on time.

Great meal. Best seats ever! They need to teach other airlines how to do that.

Overall excellent but the Captain kept the seat belt sign on for far too long, especially at the beginning and end of the flight. It was 2 hours after take-off before the crew were able to start the service (on an 11 hour night flight, reducing our sleeping time) and the seat belt sign on went on during breakfast (90 mins before landing) and was not turned off again until we landed. This made for an uncomfortable journey of trying to limit fluid intake because it was unclear when the toilets would be available for use.

Food was not good. We asked for Muslim food and it was weird tasteless type of boiled veges.

United flight from SFO to PDX was cancelled. I will ask for a refund. Had to book on Alaska

They announced food service but then never came around. We also couldn’t land so kept trying to get to runway and then had to come up and go around happened like 3 times and cause the child next to me to start throwing up

The recline on the seat in front of me came back so that I was staring at the top of the man’s head in front of me the whole trip. He refused to bring his seat back up twice every time he was instructed to do so and only relented when he had a tray of good in front of him. And then right back in my lap!!! Horrible man!! I complained to the staff multiple times, but no one would address the issue. Otherwise, it would have been a perfect flight.

There was a snafu with confirming seats at check which left us in limbo for the second leg of our trip. I believe the ANZ app is not well integrated with the systems at the terminal resulting in this disconcerting error.

Business class Seats on the A350 from Nan to YVR were wonderful. The flight crew was okay but could do with better training. Toilets were clean but ran out of paper towels towards the end of the flight. The food/menu and the wine offered really needs considerable improvement. Dinner options were either Bolani, a beef sandwich (even this could be made much better), or paneer butter masala. Unfortunately, if you are not a fan of Fijian food, there isn’t much choice. Dessert was either turmeric ice cream or fruits but unfortunately, they were out of fruit! So the only option was turmeric ice cream. I’m not certain how many passengers like turmeric but I am not one of them. They need to cater to a more diverse group of people. Perhaps they need a new chef? The movies& tv shows were mostly older so I didn’t find that interesting either. It was however, fun to view the plane’s exterior cameras as we take off and land. The best thing about this flight are the business class seats.

Comfortable as one can get in Economy, food was very good, staff were super friendly & efficient.

Really liked the plane and business class seat. Food was ok but could be better. Service was very good.

Better connections, much better cabin crew, much cleaner cabin that Qantas, American and probably other carriers.

Better connections, much better cabin crews, much cleaner aircraft than Qantas, American and probably others.

Fiji left without me because American Airlines was too stupid to get to LAX on time. Fiji should have offered a standby on another flight but they told me tough luck. I will never fly with this company again.

The A350 aircraft business class experience was very good. Comfortable and well appointed pod, and supplemental bed pad available for sleeping. Food was very good.

Business class seats and amenities were excellent, crew very attentive. Slept well. Food good, lounge experience nice. Would fly them again. A350 aircraft excellent, very quiet.

The flight attendants were extremely friendly and helpful. Everything ran on time. I highly recommend Fiji Airways.

The experience was lovely in every respect. The crews were delightful.

The international flight from Sydney to Dallas had great food. I have travelled a lot over the years and this has been the most memorable in my experience so far.

flight delayed, wait in crowded gate. staff inattentive. had to remind them to get my coat from their closet. not many new movies, media choices were limited (nothing compared to Emirates.) Lounge was crowded

flight delayed, wait in crowded gate. staff inattentive. had to remind them to get my coat from their closet. not many new movies, media choices were limited (nothing compared to Emirates.)

Initial flight was cancelled so moved to an alternative flight. As a result, stuck in a middle seat. Flight then place in holding pattern prior to landing resulting in a very late trip home.

There was nothing I didn’t like, prices a little lower would help

Flight delay was informed at the last minute. Food quality is not up to Qantas standard I was unable to book an online boarding pass on any of my 6 flights.

Following a marathon flight riddled by delays and changes from Santiago, Chile, my flight to Melbourne from Sydney was on schedule but I was transferred to the next flight. The reason by ticketing and the floor manager was I missed the entry to flight by one minute! That's right, the emphasised that if I was 1 minute earlier I would be on the flight. I asked what was the point them emphasising 1minute overdue and how that helped me or the situation. They didn't care at all. Replying that if it was one minute earlier they would've done something and smirking delivering the information. Australian's do call Australia home, Qantas calls Australian's suckers.

Rescheduled after ticket purchased and issued, not 2 or 3 times and not a fourth but by 5 times, by Qantas, that's right, 5 changes! Forcing an overnight stay in Chile and need for visa. Qantas can no longer provide basic services as a national or international service provider. Professionalism is extinct and the provider needs to be mentored and educated in perfecting who to operate as an airline. Qantas is the spirit of Australian dissatisfaction.

Amazing! Was put on the earlier flight and I requested for an aisle seat and was given it. Thanks Qantas!

The staff we fantastic and seemed to work very well with each other

Great! The plane was decently sized and comfortable. The staff was nice and there was great in flight entertainment

Last minute gate change nearly caused us to miss our flight. Change was not announced or displayed in the main board at the old gate. Terrible communication. When we landed we had to wait 20 minutes because there was another plane at the assigned gate. Not the crew’s fault, but adding 20 minutes to a 45 minute flight sucked.

Nothing beats ANA customer service on my opinion. Maybe because of their Japanese culture (and food). Arigatō

delay several times and wait extra long to board. no entertainment service because there are problem for some rows. always encounter some delays for the last flight of the day.

Flight delayed for 2 hours due to a part. The plane sat waiting for boarding for a long time and during final preflight inspection the issue was found. Why not do the preflight inspection sooner if you know the plane is being used?

The flight experience was very good! Especially the United Club!

I was not able to buy food in the flight. They refer to include your Credit card in the APP, and if you are not from USA (i have a credit card form Canada) it is not possible

Aircraft has better leg room than any of United's larger planes. We had requested mobility assistance for this and related flights. United's response to all was superb.

The flight from Ottawa to Chicago took a lot longer due to DC in Ottawa. We got to Chicago and went to our gate to catch our flight. We only had nine minutes I found that very stressful.

Good boarding. Crew started quick with drinks and food. They came around several times for trash which I really liked. Other than turbulence due to storms in the area, flight was great.

My second flight ended up being through United and it was fine. Again, just frustrating that it was so late.

My experience was pretty frustrating because the first leg of my flight on United (though booked through Air Canada) was delayed causing me to miss my connecting flight on Air Canada. This could have been an easy solve as there was a direct flight later that morning via Air Canada that they easily could have put me on which would have only gotten me to my destination 2 1/2 hours later but because United and Air Canada don’t seem to have good communication they gave me the run around both telling me to talk with the other which I did three times to no avail. I ended up taking the delayed flight and getting on a new connecting flight which ended up getting me to my destination 6 hours later and I missed the event I was planning to go to this evening.

Everything went smoothly and as expected. We were on time and one flight arrived early.

First time flying Air Canada and the trip was very pleasant! They did a great job getting us out of Toronto and into Rome (early!) For an international flight it was very enjoyable.

This is not a Business Class equipped airplane and even the crew apologize before take over BUT BUT Air Canada charged full business class fare

All was good, except our baggage was lost for most of a day. We are thankful that it was found quickly and delivered to our hotel. Rouge was fine outside of that problem.

You do not have a space for flight cancelled. BUT!!! Air Canada handled it great. Was booked on another airline for the next day. The original flight was booked solid. But he precheck by the maintenance found a mechanical problem and the plane was not safe to fly. It was an inconvenience to have to wait until next day but I would rather arrive safely.

Very good other than we have to wait for one crew and we’re delayed and the pilot and his co- pilot has to make a difference to be right on time arrival. Disappointed about no food service also.

I had written all my complaints on my trip from Grand Junction to Denver so I will repeat it here! I was absolutely appalled that I had to pay for a regular seat that I choose 24 hrs before boarding! Also I checked my large bag which I had to pay for as well, and by the time I boarded all the room in the bins were gone so also had to check that one. I noticed people pulling out oversized suitcases, bigger than the measurements stated for carry on, and also large pack packs stuffed full! So these people were taking up 2 or 3 spaces that the rest of us should have been able to use but couldn’t! NoTV on the flight! Thankfully I had downloaded the United Airlines app and was able to watch movies on my phone. Don’t remember the last time I flew in a plane with no movie screens!

I was appalled to have to pay for just a regular seat when I went to book 24 hrs before my flight! Because it was only an hour flight I didn’t choose a seat from Grand Junction to Denver, but I did for Toronto and had to pay just to choose a regular available seat! In my 60+ years of flying this was the first time I have heard of this. Also, allowing people to bring on “huge “ suitcases, not carry on size, but much bigger, and then a large pack pack stuffed. So they take up all the room in the overhead bins and if we are later boarding, there is no room so we have to check our small carry on. I have already paid for and checked in one bag! I certainly will not choose to fly with United again unless it is the “only” airline available!

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Chicago to Brisbane found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
6/6Thu
3 stops
45h 04mORD-BNE
$850
6/6Thu
2 stops
41h 34mORD-BNE
$1,000
6/6Thu
1 stop
22h 30mORD-BNE
$1,160
6/16Sun
2 stopsAir Canada
31h 15mORD-BNE
$1,178
6/16Sun
2 stopsAir Canada
32h 50mORD-BNE
$1,183
6/15Sat
1 stopEVA Air
28h 30mORD-BNE
$1,597
6/15Sat
1 stopEVA Air
28h 30mORD-BNE
$1,907
6/12Wed
2 stopsFinnair
59h 05mORD-BNE
$3,915
6/16Sun
2 stopsFinnair
41h 35mORD-BNE
$4,238
6/12Wed
1 stopQantas Airways
28h 07mORD-BNE
$5,467

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