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Cheap flights from Illinois to Sydney from $735

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SYD
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Illinois (USIL) to Sydney (SYD). 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,375

One-way from

$735
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 17/2-22/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 45m total
  • Illinois to Sydney
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 4/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 25m total
  • Illinois to Sydney

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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Fri 27/1208:38ORD - SYD
1 stop28h 32mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/117:25SYD - ORD
1 stop28h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/12$1,375
Sun 22/1220:25ORD - SYD
1 stop43h 35mQantas Airways
Wed 22/111:15SYD - ORD
1 stop21h 44mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/12$1,573
Mon 23/1215:50STL - SYD
2 stops48h 45mAir Canada
Mon 30/1211:20SYD - STL
2 stops44h 46mAir Canada
Deal found 18/12$2,558
Sun 22/1220:25ORD - SYD
1 stop43h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/111:20SYD - ORD
3 stops49h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$2,626
Fri 27/1220:25ORD - SYD
2 stops44h 10mAir Canada
Thu 16/116:00SYD - ORD
2 stops35h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 18/12$2,675
Thu 26/1212:45ORD - SYD
1 stop27h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/116:15SYD - ORD
1 stop24h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/12$2,788
Mon 30/1209:30MDW - SYD
2 stops30h 05mDelta
Thu 16/111:05SYD - MDW
2 stops28h 15mDelta
Deal found 18/12$2,808
Mon 30/1208:30STL - SYD
1 stop29h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/112:10SYD - STL
1 stop23h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/12$3,266
Tue 31/1206:04STL - SYD
2 stops31h 46mDelta
Thu 9/111:05SYD - STL
2 stops39h 18mDelta
Deal found 18/12$3,367
Mon 23/1206:30STL - SYD
1 stop33h 30mQantas Airways
Mon 30/1211:15SYD - STL
1 stop29h 12mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/12$4,126
Tue 31/1211:36STL - SYD
2 stops31h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/114:30SYD - STL
2 stops25h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$4,229
Sun 29/1213:55ORD - SYD
2 stops23h 55mDelta
Fri 24/111:05SYD - ORD
2 stops23h 20mDelta
Deal found 18/12$4,299

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ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 17/2

15:19-06:35

1 stop22h 16m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 22/2

11:50-14:19

1 stop19h 29m

$1,375

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 17/1

17:40-09:00

1 stop22h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 31/1

11:15-19:31

1 stop25h 16m

$1,386

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 17/1

17:40-09:00

1 stop22h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/1

11:50-15:26

1 stop20h 36m

$1,399

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/2

17:40-12:25

2 stops25h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/2

20:35-09:26

2 stops29h 51m

$1,521

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/5

07:15-19:15

2 stops45h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 17/5

20:55-04:59

2 stops47h 04m

$1,573

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/2

16:55-12:30

2 stops26h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/6

13:15-20:23

2 stops22h 08m

$1,894

St. LouisSydney

STL - SYD

STLSYD

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 1/2

15:50-09:35

2 stops48h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/5

09:20-15:16

2 stops44h 56m

$1,959

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/2

11:35-09:35

2 stops29h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 25/2

11:20-19:55

2 stops25h 35m

$1,970

ChicagoSydney

ORD - SYD

ORDSYD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 18/2

19:00-19:45

2 stops31h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 28/2

21:40-17:00

2 stops36h 20m

$2,072

St. LouisSydney

STL - SYD

STLSYD

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 18/1

17:12-21:50

2 stops35h 38m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 24/1

17:25-23:59

2 stops23h 34m

$2,145

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Sydney

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Sydney?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from Illinois to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IL to SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

When flying from Illinois to Sydney, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Sydney by month

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, 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 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 19 December 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with ANA, Delta and American Airlines from Illinois to Sydney to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.6
Very Good
65 reviews

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.6
Very Good
65 reviews
8.6
Very Good
65 reviews

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.4
Very Good
839 reviews
8.6
Very Good
65 reviews

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.4
Very Good
1,021 reviews
8.6
Very Good
65 reviews

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.1
Very Good
191 reviews
8.6
Very Good
65 reviews

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.0
Very Good
8,604 reviews
8.6
Very Good
65 reviews

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Sydney from Illinois?

    Located just 7.5 km from the city centre, Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Sydney from Illinois.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to Sydney one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $735 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Fiji Airways from $953 and Qantas Airways from $1,054 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Sydney?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Sydney?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Sydney?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Sydney 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 Illinois to Sydney?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Sydney (average of $129). Flying from Illinois to Sydney in October is currently the most expensive (average of $171). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,447Average$1,543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,533Average$1,874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,790Average$2,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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