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Cheap flights from Chicago to Cairns from $2,760

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — CNS
25 Nov — 2 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Cairns

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Cairns (CNS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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$2,760
12/1-21/1
  • 12/1-21/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 84h 20m total
  • Chicago to Cairns
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Cairns
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Cairns. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2024.

Tue 24/1211:10ORD - CNS
2 stops32h 50mQantas Airways
Sat 18/116:30CNS - ORD
2 stops38h 59mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$2,986
Tue 24/1214:40ORD - CNS
1 stop27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/112:00CNS - ORD
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$5,978
Thu 19/1212:51ORD - CNS
3 stops34h 04mAir Canada
Wed 25/1206:00CNS - ORD
3 stops27h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 19/11$7,788
Sat 21/1219:45ORD - CNS
3 stops48h 20mEmirates
Mon 30/1212:45CNS - ORD
2 stops42h 10mEmirates
Deal found 19/11$10,645
Tue 24/1214:40ORD - CNS
1 stop27h 50mCathay Pacific
Sat 18/112:00CNS - ORD
1 stop41h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/11$10,776

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ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/1

10:35-04:35

1 stop26h 00m

Cairns

Tue 21/1

11:25-05:45

2 stops58h 20m

$2,760

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 24/12

11:10-12:00

2 stops32h 50m

Cairns

Sat 18/1

16:30-15:29

2 stops38h 59m

$2,986

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/1

15:40-14:00

2 stops30h 20m

Cairns

Tue 21/1

06:00-17:15

3 stops27h 15m

$3,543

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/1

14:40-10:30

1 stop27h 50m

Cairns

Tue 21/1

12:00-13:00

1 stop41h 00m

$3,575

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/1

19:07-17:20

2 stops54h 13m

Cairns

Fri 10/1

18:35-17:59

2 stops39h 24m

$5,605

ChicagoCairns

ORD - CNS

ORDCNS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/1

19:45-12:05

3 stops48h 20m

Cairns

Fri 10/1

12:45-14:55

3 stops66h 10m

$8,000

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Deals found on 19/11

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Cairns

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Rainfall in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cairns ranges from 20.0 - 430.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 430.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Cairns when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cairns by month

Plan your trip to Cairns by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cairns, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cairns

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cairns. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cairns. Reviews last updated 20 November 2024.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,336 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
820 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
878 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,238 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cairns from Chicago?

    For a flight from Chicago to Cairns, you will be flying into Cairns. Cairns (CNS) is just 4.4 km from the centre vof the city. Cairns is the only Cairns airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day. 0 airlines have flights to Cairns from Chicago on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Cairns round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago to Cairns round-trip from $2,986. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Canada, from $3,543, and Cathay Pacific, from $3,575.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Cairns that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Cairns flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Cairns?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Cairns.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Cairns?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Cairns by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Cairns?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Cairns (average of $190). Flying from Chicago to Cairns in June is currently the most expensive (average of $243). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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