Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Brisbane Airport (BNE): what you need to know
Brisbane's timezone is UTC+10, making Brisbane 15 hours ahead of Chicago.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your ORD to BNE flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Brisbane Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ORD and BNE include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
554 € is currently the best price for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Brisbane Airport flight. Return flights start at 1.099 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from ORD to BNE. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from O'Hare International Airport to Brisbane Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ORD to BNE by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from O'Hare International Airport to Brisbane Airport.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Of all flights departing from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on time at their destination.
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 driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a trip time of around 55 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near ORD? If you've booked an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Brisbane Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Consider booking a hotel close to BNE if you're taking a late O'Hare International Airport to Brisbane Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Brisbane Airport rental car and discover Brisbane and beyond with your own set of wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Alpha Car Hire are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Brisbane Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane
Brisbane Airport to central Brisbane has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
January is the most popular month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Brisbane Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Brisbane in April.
Lock in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Brisbane Airport for January if you'd like to explore Brisbane during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ORD to BNE in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be explored. Around 72 kilometres south-east of Brisbane, a visit to Gold Coast will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like SkyPoint Observation Deck, PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Australia, head for Toowoomba, about 105 kilometres west of Brisbane. Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point are among its highlights.