Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is 16 hours ahead of Chicago.
To ensure you catch your ORD to SYD flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ORD and SYD:
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
At the moment, R 7,592 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 16,984. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from ORD to SYD. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from O'Hare International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ORD to SYD.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from O'Hare International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
When it comes to the on-time performance of O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Chicago to O'Hare International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport usually takes 55 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near ORD. Whether you've booked an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
If you have a late O'Hare International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near SYD:
Go where the road takes you with a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and experience more of Sydney and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Sydney. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It takes around 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Sydney. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ORD to SYD in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Sydney. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney, Newcastle is another favourite stop in Australia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.
