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$660 Find Cheap Flights from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Airport

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Sydney to O'Hare Intl departing on 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
$922
Typical prices: $1,046-$1,345
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/12Wed 8/19
SYD - ORD • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$660
Typical prices: $920-$1,066
Air New Zealand
Wed 11/11
SYD - ORD • 2 stops
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Cheapest • from $1,148 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.5 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Sydney and O'Hare Intl. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,010 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 19h 36m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 30% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to O'Hare Intl (SYD-ORD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sydney to O'Hare Intl that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sydney to O'Hare Intl

Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 19
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6:05 am - 6:17 am
SYD
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ORD
39h 12m
2 stops
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9:20 am - 11:50 am
ORD
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SYD
35h 30m
3 stops
$922Multiple Airlines
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 19
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9:10 am - 6:17 am
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ORD
36h 07m
1 stop
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9:20 am - 7:05 am
ORD
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SYD
30h 45m
2 stops
$1,063Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 6 - Tue, Aug 11
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9:10 am - 6:17 am
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ORD
36h 07m
1 stop
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6:19 am - 7:05 am
ORD
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SYD
33h 46m
2 stops
$1,102Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 6 - Tue, Aug 11
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5:50 pm - 6:17 am
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ORD
27h 27m
1 stop
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9:20 am - 7:05 am
ORD
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SYD
30h 45m
2 stops
$1,141Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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11:45 am - 9:34 pm
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ORD
26h 49m
2 stops
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1:00 pm - 10:30 am
ORD
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SYD
28h 30m
2 stops
$1,148Air New Zealand
Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 30
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4:40 pm - 8:35 am
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ORD
31h 55m
1 stop
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2:10 pm - 6:35 am
ORD
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SYD
48h 25m
1 stop
$1,151Etihad Airways
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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11:45 am - 9:34 pm
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ORD
26h 49m
2 stops
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1:00 pm - 10:30 am
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SYD
28h 30m
2 stops
$1,158Air New Zealand
Wed, Aug 12 - Sat, Aug 22
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9:00 am - 3:54 pm
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ORD
45h 54m
2 stops
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11:49 am - 1:25 pm
ORD
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SYD
34h 36m
2 stops
$1,185Qantas Airways
Wed, Aug 12 - Fri, Aug 21
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6:25 am - 3:54 pm
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ORD
24h 29m
2 stops
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9:06 pm - 1:25 pm
ORD
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SYD
49h 19m
2 stops
$1,203Qantas Airways
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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11:45 am - 12:58 am
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ORD
30h 13m
2 stops
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2:00 pm - 10:30 am
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SYD
27h 30m
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$1,207Air New Zealand
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to O'Hare Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to O'Hare Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport departing in August.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is September, where tickets cost $937 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,951 and $1,401 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 31% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$660
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 120% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
Flight from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Airport

When to book flights from Sydney to O'Hare Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to O'Hare Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport was $660 for a one-way ticket and $922 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Sydney and Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    When flying out of Sydney you will be using Sydney Kingsford Smith. You will be landing at Chicago O'Hare Airport, also known as Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and Chicago O'Hare Airport, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sydney to Chicago, Qantas Airways or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to Chicago are Qantas Airways and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,401 and an overall rating of 7.5, Qantas Airways is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,279 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago O'Hare Airport from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chicago O'Hare Airport with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline. Booking your flights between Sydney and ORD can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to Chicago O'Hare Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chicago O'Hare Airport from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from Sydney to O'Hare Intl

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sydney to Chicago. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sydney to O'Hare Intl? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
Qantas AirwaysOverall score based on 1054 reviews
7.4Comfort
8.1Crew
7.2Entertainment
7.7Boarding
7.0Food
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Great food and good entertainment options for the long flight.

10.0 ExcellentBill, May 2026
SYD - DFW
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Great food and good entertainment options for the long flight.

We had bulkhead seats in a A380 in the upper deck in seats 31 D and E. Storage was very limited other than in overhead bin - which is not within reach when in seat. Yet paying same price as others in premium economy who have a lot more storage within arm’s reach. Seems very unfair.

Good check in and helpful staff. Delayed for 1 hour. Took about 45 Mins to get baggage’s at DFW . Food was average ( Hindu meal ) . Overall it was good experience

When I originally booked this flight, I was expecting to travel on Qantas. When the itinerary changed and the long-haul segment was operated by American Airlines, we were disappointed but remained open-minded. Unfortunately, the overall service experience fell far short of expectations. This was a long-haul international flight. Getting up periodically to use the restroom or stretch is inevitable, especially on flights of this duration. However, each time we stood up, we felt as though we were inconveniencing the crew. The tone and body language often suggested that we were in the way or disrupting something simply by moving about the cabin. As a result, I avoided getting up as often as I needed to and was physically very sore upon arrival. Meal service was similarly impersonal. The options were presented in single words “beef or veggie,” “pasta or beef” without any description of what was actually being served. There was little engagement or courtesy beyond that. Even simple expressions of gratitude were often not acknowledged. I am accustomed to no-frills travel and do not expect luxury. What was disappointing was not the absence of extras, but the absence of basic warmth and professionalism. On a long-haul international flight, small moments of courtesy and humanity make a significant difference. In this case, the experience felt transactional and dismissive rather than welcoming. I hope this feedback is taken constructively, as there is a meaningful difference between efficient service and indifferent service.

Business seats not as comfortable or private as most competitors (e.g. Qantas was outstanding), and movie selection was much more limited than Qantas or United has been recently

Basic airline, aircraft and service. AA gets you from point A to B. My flight was delayed by 2 hours too.

Poor! This flight was delayed 14 hours. There was no assistance in helping customers find other routes to their destination, nor any other kind of support. It was a chaotic experience. I'm not likely to fly with AA going forward.

I tried to check in online but was unable to do so. I stood in line for nearly two hours to check in. American Airlines was understaffed. When I finally got to the kiosk to check in, I was still unable to check in. No AA staff was available to help. Finally one of the airport security agents who was helping passengers became of lack of AA Staff told me: “I think the reason you can’t check in is that you are starting your name with an upper case letter when you write it. Just write it with all lower case letters.” That did allow me to check in. HOW COULD ANYONE POSSIBLY KNOW THAT IF THEY USE AN INITIAL UPPER CASE LETTER TO SPELL THEIR OWN NAME, AA WOULD NOT ALLOW THEM TO CHECK IN?????? Then I had to wait in line over half an hour again to drop off my baggage. Although I arrived at the airport 3 hours early, by the time I got to the gate, they had already started boarding.

Friendly staff, surprisingly good premium economy seats allowing good sleep/ snooze opportunity and very good menu.

The service was excellent. The quarters were a little cramped in Economy, and we had to exist there for 18 hours.

1 flight cancelled Had to fly out of different city Flight at new departure city was delayed 3 hours causing us to miss connecting flights. By the time we did make it to Prague our luggage did not. Had to wait day and a half for luggage to be delivered. Customer service was not good. Agents did not arrive at gate until 5-10 minutes before boarding

Awful. Delayed flights, missed connection to Toronto. Hotel vouchers were for already booked hotels x3. Giant waste of my time

Boarding was great, and the crew were very friendly. The seats must have been a bit on the older side and you could feel some of the seat components through the padding. Also, the plugs did not work on the row's entertainment screen or charging ports. Checked bag was transferred for connecting flight, and we appreciated how early we had the connecting gate information.

Very easy ! Use the kiosk and bag drop and right to security within 10 min

Prefer not to have an almost 3 hour delay with useless communication that wasn't accurate.

Over 5 hour delay with minimal updates or ability to standby for alternative flights. During boarding and 1 hr+ wait for takeoff, seats were drenched w water from air conditioning condensation and always leftover crumbs on carpet and seats

I flew from Barcelona to Chicago on UA yesterday. The flight was on time, the pilots did a great job and the flight attendants were super nice. All of them. Also food was good, and the drinks, including wine were served a few times during our flight. I highly recommend this airline.

Boarded early, left early, arrived 40 mins early! A win win for me!

These airplanes should be illegal. The seats are two tight, it is a safety issue. Wheelchair support was ridiculously slow. We almost missed our flight.

This flight is a quick way to get to Chicago, but a bit expensive.

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