Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Chicago: what you need to know
Brisbane Airport is located in Brisbane. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Chicago is 16 hours behind Brisbane.
For a relaxed start to your BNE to Chicago flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from BNE to Chicago with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Located around 10 kms (6 miles) from the centre of Brisbane, BNE can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to BNE? If you've booked an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Chicago, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
65% of flights departing from Brisbane Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Chicago
The best price we've found for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Chicago flight is £579. The cheapest price for a return flight is £822. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from BNE to Chicago. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a Brisbane Airport to Chicago ticket.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from BNE to Chicago.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Brisbane Airport to Chicago by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 27 kms (17 miles) from central Chicago. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Brisbane Airport to Chicago, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near ORD:
Reserving your vehicle from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from BNE to Chicago can help you lock in the lowest rate.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is about 16 kms (10 miles) from central Chicago. Following your flight from Brisbane Airport to Chicago, it'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 30 minutes.
After stepping off your BNE to Chicago flight, kick back at a hotel close to MDW. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from MDW four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
The address for Chicago Midway International Airport is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) is about 145 kms (90 miles) from the centre of Chicago. It takes about 1 hour 40 minutes to get to the city centre in a taxi or ride-share after your flight from Brisbane Airport to Chicago.
The journey takes roughly 2 hours using public transport.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, head for a hotel close to RFD. Settle in at one of these stays after your BNE to Chicago flight:
If you prefer a particular model or make, booking early gives you a better shot at getting your first choice. Book your ride from RFD a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Brisbane Airport to Chicago.
The street address for Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
July is the busiest month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Chicago. To escape the crowds, visit Chicago in January.
Lock in a Brisbane Airport to Chicago plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 28ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from BNE to Chicago in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Chicago
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Chicago right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Brisbane Airport to Chicago:
Art Institute of Chicago and Millennium Park are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Chicago to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Willis Tower.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 451 kms (280 miles) southeast of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Around 257 kms (160 miles) southeast of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
