Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chicago to Australia? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,320. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return flight tickets right here.

Gold Coast.$1,320 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep, returning Sat, 19 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Gold Coast.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Gold Coast on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,320, select.

Sydney.$1,370 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Wed, 16 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago Midway on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Sydney on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,370, select.

Melbourne.$1,479 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep, returning Mon, 28 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,479, select.

Brisbane.$1,543 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Brisbane.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Brisbane on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,543, select.

Cairns.$1,551 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep, returning Sat, 26 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Cairns.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Cairns on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,551, select.

Adelaide.$1,699 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep, returning Sat, 19 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Adelaide.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Adelaide on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,699, select.

Perth.$1,709 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep, returning Sun, 20 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Perth.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Perth on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,709, select.

Canberra.$1,879 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb, returning Thu, 11 Feb.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Canberra.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Canberra on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,879, select.

Launceston.$1,948 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep, returning Sun, 20 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Launceston.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Launceston on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,948, select.

Bundaberg.$1,954 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Bundaberg.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Bundaberg on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,954, select.

Newcastle.$1,974 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Newcastle Williamtown.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Newcastle Williamtown on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,974, select.

Tamworth.$1,995 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with jetBlue and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Tamworth.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Tamworth on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,995, select.

Darwin.$2,021 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Wed, 16 Sep.Return flight with Korean Air and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Darwin.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,021, select.

Sunshine Coast.$2,038 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Sunshine Coast.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sunshine Coast on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,038, select.

Hobart.$2,040 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with jetBlue and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Hobart.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Hobart on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,040, select.

Orange.$2,045 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Regional Express.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Orange.Inbound indirect flight with Regional Express, departs from Orange on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,045, select.

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Flights from Chicago to Australia FAQs

What is the cheapest flight to Australia from Chicago?

The cheapest flight from Chicago to Australia costs $1,320.

Explore the different prices of flights from Chicago to Australia and find the best option for you.

When is it the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Australia?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Australia is September. See if any of these flights in September suit you.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Australia flight route?

We've taken a look at the year ahead using our flights calendar. The cheapest flight route from Chicago to Australia is Chicago to Gold Coast. You can buy a ticket to fly this route from $1,320.

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What is the cheapest airline that flies to Australia from Chicago?

Looking at the year ahead, the cheapest airline flying to Australia from Chicago is Frontier Airlines.

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Cheapest flights to Australia from Chicago

How to find cheap flights from Chicago to Australia

Pick up a return flight from Chicago to Australia from $1,320, the cheapest price currently available.
That fare will take you from Chicago into Gold Coast in Gold Coast.
A one-way ticket starts at $668.
Willing to go wherever the best deals are? Enter 'Australia' in the 'To' field to find the lowest fares for different cities.
With roughly ten international airports, Australia has a good choice of arrival options.
For a broader price comparison, select 'Add nearby airports' to include all airports close to where you're departing from and heading to.
Pay less and have more options by booking ahead. Leave it late and you might have to compromise on airline, timing or cost.
Keep tabs on fare changes by setting up a Price Alert. If you haven't already, download the Skyscanner app to get notifications as they happen.

Best time to fly from Chicago to Australia

If you're watching what you spend, September is usually the cheapest month to hop on a flight from Chicago to Australia.
In general, flying midweek can help you cut costs. Tuesdays and Wednesdays often mean cheaper prices.
April, July and September mark the height of the travel season in Australia, with July the most popular of the three. Visit then for a lively atmosphere and plenty going on.
February, March and May are quieter months. March sees the lowest overall travel demand and is a good option if you prefer a slower pace.

Popular places to visit in Australia

Sydney

Located in New South Wales, this city is a popular destination for Chicago to Australia flights. Sydney Harbour Bridge, Port Jackson and Sydney Opera House are key stops for first-time visitors.
Sydney Airport (SYD) manages most international flights into Sydney.
Browse the selection of hotels in Sydney and round out your trip with a stay that fits how you travel.

Melbourne

The biggest draws in this Victoria city include Melbourne's Gardens, Melbourne Park and Arts Centre Melbourne.
You can arrive in the city through Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV) and Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB).
After locking in your airfare, you can begin searching for the right stay among the hotels in Melbourne.

Brisbane

Well-known sights to squeeze in while you're in this part of Queensland include Gallery of Modern Art, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and South Bank Beach.
You can arrive in the city through its main airport, Brisbane Airport (BNE).
Whether you're stopping over or staying a while, hotels in Brisbane offer options for every type of trip.

Visiting Australia for the first time? Here's what you need to know

Entry rules can vary depending on your passport, length of stay and travel plans, so check well in advance. Official embassy sites and airlines will have the most up-to-date advice on visas or any other documentation you may need.
The Australian dollar (AUD) is the main currency. Paying is easy, with credit and debit cards accepted almost everywhere.
Australia has a population of roughly 27 million. The capital city is Canberra.
There's more than one standard time zone in this destination, ranging from UTC+8 through to UTC+11.
For a warmer trip to Australia, consider going in January.
Temperatures are often coolest around July.
January tends to be the wettest time of year, while March is the driest.
Hoping to time your Chicago to Australia flight with something big? Major events to build your trip around include Sydney New Year's Eve, the Australian Open and the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental

With your cheap flight from Chicago to Australia locked in, it's now time to plan the rest of your travels. Find competitive prices and places to suit every budget across hotels in Australia. You can also browse car rental options in Australia and compare offers from trusted suppliers in seconds.

Australia hotels and car hire

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