Cheap flights from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from $915

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 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ORD
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in February or October, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.

Tue 23/1221:00MEL - ORD
3 stops39h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/115:35ORD - MEL
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,871
Wed 26/1112:10MEL - ORD
2 stops28h 00mAir New Zealand
Thu 11/1214:21ORD - MEL
2 stops27h 34mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/11$1,957
Wed 24/1210:10MEL - ORD
2 stops28h 26mDelta
Wed 31/1206:45ORD - MEL
2 stops32h 15mDelta
Deal found 25/11$2,022
Wed 24/1212:00MEL - ORD
1 stop35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1205:00ORD - MEL
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$2,225
Tue 23/1212:00MEL - ORD
1 stop28h 40mQantas Airways
Sat 17/117:37ORD - MEL
1 stop42h 23mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/11$2,249
Wed 26/1112:10MEL - ORD
2 stops24h 30mAir New Zealand
Mon 8/1213:00ORD - MEL
2 stops27h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 25/11$2,255
Wed 24/1213:00MEL - ORD
1 stop27h 14mUnited Airlines
Wed 31/1218:32ORD - MEL
1 stop21h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/11$2,348
Tue 25/1100:45MEL - ORD
1 stop29h 10mCathay Pacific
Mon 8/1214:35ORD - MEL
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/11$2,437
Tue 25/1100:45MEL - ORD
1 stop29h 10mCathay Pacific
Fri 5/1214:35ORD - MEL
1 stop47h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/11$2,454

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). 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 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,393

One-way from

$915

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,089
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 13/3-27/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 31m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
7/12
  • 7/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 13m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($552 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($127 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Return

Price

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

06:40-14:41

2 stops24h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/3

14:00-12:35

3 stops30h 35m

$1,402

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

13:00-18:51

1 stop22h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/3

21:05-09:00

1 stop43h 55m

$1,616

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 17/1

12:00-16:49

1 stop21h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 20/2

14:00-09:30

1 stop26h 30m

$1,696

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 17/1

11:30-14:50

1 stop20h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 20/2

14:10-09:30

2 stops26h 20m

$1,711

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 10/1

12:00-16:49

1 stop21h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 17/1

17:37-05:00

1 stop42h 23m

$1,790

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 24/1

07:00-19:45

3 stops29h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 26/1

14:00-13:35

3 stops30h 35m

$1,940

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 24/12

10:10-21:36

2 stops28h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

06:45-08:00

2 stops32h 15m

$2,022

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

10:55-16:41

1 stop20h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 29/5

15:55-08:15

2 stops25h 20m

$2,125

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 24/1

15:35-12:55

1 stop38h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 26/1

14:35-23:00

1 stop39h 25m

$2,203

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 7/12

12:00-00:13

1 stop29h 13m

$915

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 67 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $933). Flying from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,662). 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 MEL to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated 27 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Departing from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport will take you 22h 51m. Airlines will cover a distance of 15546 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Qantas Airways is currently your cheapest option to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with prices starting at $1,075. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air New Zealand and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,181 and $1,188, respectively. These flights start at 39% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl 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 Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $933). Flying from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,662). 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$1,075Average$1,558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,181Average$1,659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,188Average$2,002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,356Average$1,612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,560Average$2,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,202Average$2,801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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