Travelling from Chicago to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Chicago. Check out your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when reserving your flight from Chicago to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD).
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is 16 hours ahead of Chicago. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located in Sydney.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Chicago to SYD. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during busy months like August, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Thanksgiving.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from Chicago to SYD that includes a stopover. To see all your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ORD and SYD include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The distance from central Chicago to ORD is around 40 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Split up your flight from Chicago to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Chicago Midway International Airport and SYD are:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 46 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 21 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Chicago to SYD, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
About Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Consider booking a hotel near SYD if you're catching a late flight from Chicago to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to central Sydney takes around 21 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 27 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Rs145,713 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Return flights start from Rs267,220. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as soon as you can to get cheap tickets from Chicago to SYD. You're more likely to bag a bargain and have a larger selection of flight times and dates.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
April is the quietest time of year to travel to Sydney. Alternatively, follow the crowds and go in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Sydney. The warmest month is January. Lock in your flights from Chicago to SYD sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 32ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Sydney
After locking in your flight from Chicago to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sydney:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach are highlights which should be on any well-planned Sydney itinerary.
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