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$1,436 Find cheap flights from Chicago to Brisbane

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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Brisbane (CHI-BNE)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Brisbane 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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10:36 - 08:30ORD-BNE
30h 54m2 stops
12:15 - 23:05BNE-ORD
25h 50m2 stops
$1,839Air New Zealand
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Tue, 13 Aug - Tue, 20 Aug
18:15 - 11:00ORD-BNE
25h 45m2 stops
12:15 - 20:50BNE-ORD
23h 35m2 stops
$1,849Air New Zealand
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Tue, 10 Sep - Tue, 17 Sep
16:05 - 23:35ORD-BNE
40h 30m1 stop
00:55 - 14:25BNE-ORD
28h 30m1 stop
$1,997Cathay Pacific
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Tue, 10 Sep - Mon, 16 Sep
16:05 - 23:35ORD-BNE
40h 30m1 stop
00:55 - 14:25BNE-ORD
28h 30m1 stop
$2,032Cathay Pacific
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Thu, 12 Sep - Mon, 16 Sep
17:55 - 22:50ORD-BNE
37h 55m2 stops
11:35 - 05:35BNE-ORD
33h 00m2 stops
$2,178
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Tue, 14 May - Sat, 25 May
10:55 - 07:00ORD-BNE
29h 05m2 stops
20:45 - 14:29BNE-ORD
32h 44m2 stops
$2,404
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Thu, 30 May - Tue, 11 Jun
10:55 - 07:00ORD-BNE
29h 05m2 stops
20:45 - 14:29BNE-ORD
32h 44m2 stops
$2,476Air Canada
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Fri, 31 May - Wed, 5 Jun
18:30 - 06:30ORD-BNE
21h 00m1 stop
10:30 - 23:13BNE-ORD
27h 43m1 stop
$2,488United Airlines
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Fri, 31 May - Sun, 9 Jun
12:49 - 06:30ORD-BNE
26h 41m1 stop
10:30 - 17:10BNE-ORD
21h 40m1 stop
$2,490United Airlines
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Fri, 31 May - Tue, 11 Jun
15:40 - 12:00ORD-BNE
29h 20m2 stops
20:45 - 14:21BNE-ORD
32h 36m2 stops
$2,557Air Canada
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Mon, 5 Aug - Sun, 11 Aug

Flights from Chicago to Brisbane - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Brisbane to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Brisbane?

The average price of all flights from Chicago to Brisbane clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from Chicago to Brisbane, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Wednesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Brisbane, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Brisbane?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Chicago to Brisbane, 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 Chicago to Brisbane is September, where tickets cost $2,442 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of tickets is $3,811 and $3,641 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Brisbane?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Chicago to Brisbane, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to Brisbane, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 50 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Brisbane?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The best deals for a one-way ticket found by KAYAK users over the last 3 days were on Cathay Pacific ($1,436) and Philippine Airlines ($1,492). The cheapest round-trip tickets were found on Air New Zealand ($1,839) and Cathay Pacific ($1,997).

Good to know

Low season

April

High season

September

Cheapest flight

$1,436
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Chicago to Brisbane

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Brisbane based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Chicago to Brisbane

  • Which mode of transportation will cost travelers the least money to get from the city's business center to the Midway International Airport?

    The least expensive mode of transportation for airport transfer from Chicago's city center to MDW is public transportation, such as buses or trains, as they often have fixed fares. Additionally, ride-sharing services like Uber or Lyft, might be cost-effective depending on the distance and current pricing in the city.

  • Which airline route provides the most affordable flight options from Chicago to Brisbane?

    Travelers on a tight budget may find that a connecting flight from Chicago (MDW) to Brisbane (BNE) is less expensive than one taken directly. On this route, connecting flights are provided by a number of airlines, such as United Airlines, Qantas Airways, Delta Air Lines, and American Airlines. Los Angeles, Melbourne, Atlanta, and Sydney are the respective points where these airlines make stops.

  • Which airlines fly from Chicago to Brisbane and allow pets?

    Some airlines, including United Airlines, Qantas Airways, Delta Air Lines, and American Airlines, let travelers to travel with their furry friends on flights from Chicago to Brisbane. There are, however, limitations on the number of pets that are allowed to board each airline, so it's crucial that you purchase your ticket as soon as you can. If the combined weight of your pet and the carrier, including the carrier, is less than 20 lbs, it will be considered a carry-on item.

  • Which airlines offer service between Chicago (MDW) and Brisbane (BNE) and have accommodating policies for checked baggage?

    Several airlines, including United Airlines, Qantas Airways, and Delta Air Lines, have relaxed their baggage restrictions for flights departing from Chicago to Brisbane. These airlines allow passengers to check in with one free carry-on bag, but it shouldn't weigh more than 22 lbs, and one free personal item. These airlines also provide discounted pricing for checked luggage weighing less than fifty pounds.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Brisbane?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Brisbane was $949 for a one-way ticket and $1,216 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Brisbane?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Brisbane?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Brisbane, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Brisbane?

    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 Chicago to Brisbane.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Brisbane from Chicago 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 Chicago to Brisbane?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Brisbane with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

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

    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 Brisbane from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to Brisbane

  • The great majority of business travelers choose to land at Brisbane Airport (BNE) when traveling from Chicago (MDW) to Brisbane. This is because Brisbane Airport is situated approximately 20 minutes away from the city center, making it easily accessible for business travelers. Its proximity to the city reduces travel time and provides convenient connections to key business hubs.
  • If you desire a stylish journey from Chicago to Brisbane, you may want to consider choosing Emirates Airlines, American Airlines, or Delta as your preferred airlines. These carriers offer a unique bidding process that allows you to request an upgrade to a first-class cabin, regardless of whether you initially booked a business or economy class ticket. You can make this upgrade request either at the time of purchasing your flight or during the check-in process with any of these airlines.
  • If you want to be entertained from Chicago to Brisbane, think about utilizing American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Emirates, or United Airlines. Customers traveling on either of the aforementioned airlines can use the complimentary in-flight internet connectivity to stream music, children's cartoons, and their preferred television programs.
  • Most environmentalists opt to depart via Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) while flying from Chicago to Brisbane. This preference is a result of MDW airport using renewable energy sources much more frequently. The MDW Airport has concentrated on installing solar power-generating machinery in order to supply clean electricity. MDW has also implemented geothermal systems for cooling and heating in an effort to reduce its reliance on energy from fossil fuels.
  • If you want to fly from Chicago (MDW) to Brisbane (BNE) early in the morning, think about spending the night close to MDW Airport. Due to its easy access to MDW Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Chicago/Midway Airport is a convenient alternative for overnight lodging.
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Top airline flying from Chicago to Brisbane

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Brisbane. 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 Chicago to Brisbane? 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.
7.0
Air CanadaOverall score based on 6904 reviews
7.8Crew
6.8Entertainment
7.2Boarding
6.2Food
7.0Comfort
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All was good, except our baggage was lost for most of a day. We are thankful that it was found quickly and delivered to our hotel. Rouge was fine outside of that problem.

8.0 ExcellentJoe, May 2024MCO - YUL
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All was good, except our baggage was lost for most of a day. We are thankful that it was found quickly and delivered to our hotel. Rouge was fine outside of that problem.

You do not have a space for flight cancelled. BUT!!! Air Canada handled it great. Was booked on another airline for the next day. The original flight was booked solid. But he precheck by the maintenance found a mechanical problem and the plane was not safe to fly. It was an inconvenience to have to wait until next day but I would rather arrive safely.

Very good other than we have to wait for one crew and we’re delayed and the pilot and his co- pilot has to make a difference to be right on time arrival. Disappointed about no food service also.

I had written all my complaints on my trip from Grand Junction to Denver so I will repeat it here! I was absolutely appalled that I had to pay for a regular seat that I choose 24 hrs before boarding! Also I checked my large bag which I had to pay for as well, and by the time I boarded all the room in the bins were gone so also had to check that one. I noticed people pulling out oversized suitcases, bigger than the measurements stated for carry on, and also large pack packs stuffed full! So these people were taking up 2 or 3 spaces that the rest of us should have been able to use but couldn’t! NoTV on the flight! Thankfully I had downloaded the United Airlines app and was able to watch movies on my phone. Don’t remember the last time I flew in a plane with no movie screens!

I was appalled to have to pay for just a regular seat when I went to book 24 hrs before my flight! Because it was only an hour flight I didn’t choose a seat from Grand Junction to Denver, but I did for Toronto and had to pay just to choose a regular available seat! In my 60+ years of flying this was the first time I have heard of this. Also, allowing people to bring on “huge “ suitcases, not carry on size, but much bigger, and then a large pack pack stuffed. So they take up all the room in the overhead bins and if we are later boarding, there is no room so we have to check our small carry on. I have already paid for and checked in one bag! I certainly will not choose to fly with United again unless it is the “only” airline available!

Easy boarding, roomy seats, plenty of good food, very helpful snd friendly staff. Very smooth flight! Only thing that could have been better was to have cranberry juice. Women like this as it helps avoid UTI’s and not as sweet as other juices.

The crew was friendly, the seats are too small. Air travel is barely tolerable anymore.

Food was icecold or frozen including breakfast. Hopeless service. Rude crew.

The flight was very uncomfortable and there was no snacks served for the 13 hours international flight. In addition, the flight was delayed 3 hours

Due to a strike taking place with the airline, it negatively impacted my flight in multiple ways. My flight was delayed over 2 hours and the food served was mediocre at best.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Chicago to Brisbane found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
18/8Sun
1 stopCathay Pacific
40h 30mORD-BNE
$1,436
18/8Sun
2 stopsPhilippine Airlines
48h 06mORD-BNE
$1,492
17/8Sat
1 stopEVA Air
28h 30mORD-BNE
$1,655
16/6Sun
2 stopsFiji Airways
25h 10mORD-BNE
$1,709
18/8Sun
3 stops
31h 25mORD-BNE
$1,723
16/6Sun
1 stopAir Canada
24h 20mORD-BNE
$1,880
16/6Sun
3 stopsAir Canada
30h 15mORD-BNE
$2,333
18/8Sun
3 stopsAir Canada
37h 20mORD-BNE
$2,558
18/8Sun
2 stops
33h 45mMDW-BNE
$2,832
15/6Sat
1 stopEVA Air
28h 30mORD-BNE
$2,885

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