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Four cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Sydney:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Sydney takes 00m, covering 9,241 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Sydney range from $1,230 to $1,664, with an average of $1,424 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,230 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 15% above the $1,424 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

One-way fares from Chicago to Sydney are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,127, which is 22% above the typical average for this route.

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:

• East Coast Car Rentals
• Bargain Car Rentals
• YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL
• No Birds
• EverythingFleet

Flights from Chicago to Sydney may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

One-stop flights from Chicago to Sydney most commonly connect through:

• Los Angeles (LAX) - 58% of one-stop connections
• Vancouver Intl (YVR) - 28% of one-stop connections
• San Francisco (SFO) - 5% of one-stop connections
• Tokyo Haneda (HND) - 3% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from Chicago to Sydney. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,359 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,498, a difference of $139.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 49m, compared with 21h 18m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 21h 29m via San Francisco (SFO).

Sydney is 16 hours ahead of Chicago (Eastern Australia Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Sydney are Sydney Opera House, Museum of Contemporary Art and Chinatown Night Market. These are among the most viewed places in Sydney on KAYAK.

Unfortunately, there aren’t any airlines with a direct connection from Chicago to Sydney. Your trips will involve at least one layover, with certain airlines even having two layovers scheduled for this trip. The location of the layover will depend on the airline you’re flying with. For instance, Air New Zealand has its layovers scheduled for Auckland while Air India has Delhi. Both American Airlines and United have Los Angeles as the set layover destination for this route.

Yes, there is a train that connects the airport to the city center. It is the cheapest option available and also the quickest, taking the best part of fifteen minutes between the airport and downtown. However, it is not as convenient as a taxi especially when you have a lot of luggage as it will drop you off at the Circular Quay in the center of Sydney then you will have to walk to your hotel.

For a long flight like this one, you are sure to get maximum value for your money when you upgrade to first class. The seats are much more comfortable, making the trip more bearable, and you can stretch out freely with the extra legroom. In addition, you will be served an amazing selection of meals and drinks to enjoy at various points during the flight. Lastly, you will be able to access the first-class lounges during your layover, where you can freshen up and get some rest while waiting for the second leg of the flight.

Yes, a visa is one of the mandatory requirements for all US citizens going to Sydney or any other Australian city. As they don’t provide any visas on arrival, you have to apply beforehand by visiting the Embassy or Consulate in advance of your travel dates to ensure that they have been processed by the time you’re flying out. You can also apply for an ETA via an online process, which is much more convenient.