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$1,310
Typical prices: $1,327-$1,924
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Mon 11/5Fri 11/9
CNS - ORD • 2 stops
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Cheap Flights from Cairns to Chicago (CNS-ORD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cairns to Chicago

Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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6:00 am - 2:37 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 37m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl
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3:30 pm - 2:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
30h 30m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane
$1,310Air Canada
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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6:00 am - 2:37 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 37m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl
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1:57 pm - 2:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
32h 58m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,425Air Canada
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
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6:00 am - 1:55 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
46h 55m2 stops Brisbane Hong Kong Intl
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3:10 pm - 9:00 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
50h 50m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Brisbane
$1,527Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 11
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6:00 am - 1:55 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
46h 55m2 stops Brisbane Hong Kong Intl
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4:15 pm - 8:45 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
49h 30m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$1,558Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
Air Canada Logo
5:35 pm - 9:23 amCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
55h 48m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
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1:57 pm - 2:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
32h 58m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,600Air Canada
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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12:35 pm - 12:30 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
39h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl
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2:10 pm - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
52h 45m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$1,948Cathay Pacific
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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12:35 pm - 12:30 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
39h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl
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2:10 pm - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
52h 45m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$1,949Cathay Pacific
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
Air Canada Logo
6:00 am - 2:37 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 37m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl
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1:57 pm - 2:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
32h 58m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,028Air Canada
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport start at $1,310. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,327 to $1,924. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,310 on Air Canada.

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Your Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight questions, answered

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  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Flights from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport pass through Hong Kong Intl (HKG), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    On the Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 9%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $1,769 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,924: a $155 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and River North. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,310 to $4,041. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • What is the time difference between Cairns and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 15 hours behind Cairns (Central Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD)?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $17 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    · Europcar
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Ace

Your guide to booking Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,769 - about $155 less than Tuesday (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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