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$1,676
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

Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8
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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 - 8:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
49h 15m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Brisbane
$1,676Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
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1:55 pm - 1:55 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
39h 00m2 stops Brisbane Hong Kong Intl
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4:15 pm - 8:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
49h 15m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Brisbane
$1,715Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Thu, Jan 21
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6:05 pm - 12:55 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
58h 50m2 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
$1,762Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Tue, Feb 2
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11:40 am - 12:55 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
65h 15m2 stops Melbourne 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
$1,935Cathay Pacific
Fri, Jan 29 - Tue, Feb 2
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1:50 pm - 12:55 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
63h 05m2 stops Brisbane 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
Fri, Jan 29 - Tue, Feb 2
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11:40 am - 12:55 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
65h 15m2 stops Melbourne 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
$1,941Cathay Pacific
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8
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3:45 pm - 10:59 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
46h 14m3 stops Brisbane Los Angeles Orlando
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10:26 am - 10:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
44h 59m3 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,951Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Thu, Jan 21
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5:35 pm - 7:05 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
41h 30m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
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3:35 pm - 2:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
30h 25m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane
$1,983Air Canada
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
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7:10 pm - 2:43 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
34h 33m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl
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2:15 pm - 5:25 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
36h 10m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,219Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8
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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
$2,270Air 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 ($1,935) and Air Canada ($1,983) 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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Key details for Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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$1,676
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When to book flights from Cairns to Chicago

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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).

  • 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 $1,676 to $5,175. 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)