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Cheapest round-trip
$1,812
Typical prices: $1,769-$2,249
Cathay Pacific
Sun 2/4Thu 2/8
CNS - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$653
Typical prices: $1,336-$2,909
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/12
CNS - ORD • 3 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, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8
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5:40 pm - 12:30 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
58h 50m2 stops Brisbane 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
$1,812Cathay Pacific
Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8
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5:40 pm - 12:30 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
58h 50m2 stops Brisbane 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
$1,823Cathay Pacific
Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8
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5:40 pm - 12:30 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
58h 50m2 stops Brisbane 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
$1,830Cathay Pacific
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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11:40 am - 7:30 amCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
59h 50m2 stops Melbourne Tokyo Narita
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10:25 am - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
32h 30m2 stops Tokyo Narita Melbourne
$2,140Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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11:40 am - 7:30 amCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
59h 50m2 stops Melbourne Tokyo Narita
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10:25 am - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
32h 30m2 stops Tokyo Narita Melbourne
$2,183Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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11:40 am - 7:30 amCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
59h 50m2 stops Melbourne Tokyo Narita
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10:25 am - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
32h 30m2 stops Tokyo Narita Melbourne
$2,240Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:00 am - 4:42 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 42m2 stops Brisbane Los Angeles
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3:04 pm - 10:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
27h 26m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles Brisbane
$2,282Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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9:15 am - 11:59 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 44m3 stops Brisbane Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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3:04 pm - 10:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
27h 26m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles Brisbane
$2,288Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:00 am - 4:42 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 42m2 stops Brisbane Los Angeles
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3:04 pm - 10:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
27h 26m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles Brisbane
$2,290Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:00 am - 4:42 pmCNS  Cairns-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
26h 42m2 stops Brisbane Los Angeles
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3:04 pm - 10:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CNS Cairns
27h 26m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles Brisbane
$2,293Multiple Airlines
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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 typically range from $1,769 to $2,249. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,812, on Cathay Pacific.

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$653
One-way flight from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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 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.

  • 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 $1,769 to $2,249, with an average of $2,146 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,769 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $1,812 to $4,410. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $815, which is 72% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging $63 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 19% on flights from Cairns to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,769 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $2,159, a difference of $390.

    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 16 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 Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,769, about $390 less than Tuesday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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