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$1,645
Typical prices: $1,327-$2,159
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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

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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7:15 pm - 2:30 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 15m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Doha Hamad Intl
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6:50 pm - 8:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
69h 40m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Melbourne
$1,645Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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3:45 pm - 12:30 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
36h 45m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl
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2:10 pm - 8:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
50h 20m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Brisbane
$1,700Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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10:55 am - 12:30 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
41h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl
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2:10 pm - 4:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
58h 40m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Brisbane
$1,784Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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11:40 am - 12:30 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
64h 50m2 stops Melbourne 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
$1,867Cathay Pacific
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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3:45 pm - 12:30 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
60h 45m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl
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2:10 pm - 4:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
34h 40m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Brisbane
$1,918Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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11:40 am - 12:30 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
40h 50m2 stops Melbourne 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
$1,933Cathay Pacific
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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7:50 pm - 2:30 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
58h 40m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
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6:50 pm - 7:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
56h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
$1,934Qatar Airways
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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7:50 pm - 2:30 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
58h 40m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
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6:50 pm - 7:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
56h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
$1,937Qatar Airways
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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7:50 pm - 2:30 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
58h 40m2 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
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6:50 pm - 7:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
56h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
$1,938Qatar Airways
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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9:45 am - 2:30 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
44h 45m3 stops Melbourne Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Doha Hamad Intl
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6:50 pm - 8:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
69h 40m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Melbourne
$1,964Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Cathay Pacific ($1,867) and Qatar Airways ($1,934) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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$1,645
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Your Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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.

  • 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 $1,645 to $5,865. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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
    • Ace
    • Dollar

  • 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).

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,769 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $2,444, a difference of $675.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 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 Soldier Field. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on KAYAK.

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

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,769, about $675 less than Wednesday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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