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$1,629
Typical prices: $1,327-$1,924
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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

Mon, Sep 7 - Fri, Sep 11
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12:10 pm - 2:20 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
65h 10m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl
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4:00 pm - 8:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
49h 30m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Brisbane
$1,629Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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12:35 pm - 12:55 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
40h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl
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2:35 pm - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
52h 20m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$1,938Cathay Pacific
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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12:35 pm - 12:55 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
40h 20m2 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
$1,945Cathay Pacific
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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12:35 pm - 12:55 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
40h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl
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2:35 pm - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
52h 20m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$1,948Cathay Pacific
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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12:35 pm - 12:55 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
40h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Hong Kong Intl
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2:35 pm - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
52h 20m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Melbourne
$1,949Cathay Pacific
Mon, Sep 7 - Fri, Sep 11
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6:00 am - 8:45 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
53h 45m2 stops Brisbane Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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11:50 am - 4:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
25h 40m1 stop Tokyo Narita
$1,969Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15
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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 - 5:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
34h 10m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,014Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15
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6:00 am - 2:43 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 43m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl
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10:43 am - 2:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
37h 12m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,057Air Canada
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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5:35 pm - 2:37 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
37h 02m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl
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11:05 am - 2:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
35h 50m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,073Air Canada
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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5:35 pm - 2:37 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
37h 02m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl
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11:05 am - 2:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
35h 50m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,074Air Canada
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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

Cathay Pacific ($1,938) and Air Canada ($2,057) 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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Cheapest flight

$1,629
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Your Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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.

  • 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 $1,629 to $4,675. 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

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport range from $1,327 to $1,924, with an average of $1,769 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,327 counts as a good deal.

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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Information on your arrival and departure airports

Cairns (CNS)
O'Hare Intl (ORD)