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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from $987

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 23/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ORD
19 Aug — 26 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl

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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 20 July 2026.

Sat 15/809:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop25h 14m
Qantas Airways
Sat 22/811:49
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop27h 56m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/7$1,316
Mon 10/809:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop25h 15m
Qantas Airways
Sat 29/811:49
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop27h 56m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 16/7$1,319
Fri 14/809:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop25h 15m
Qantas Airways
Fri 21/821:06
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop42h 39m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 15/7$1,322
Mon 3/813:35
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop21h 09m
Qantas Airways
Sat 29/817:16
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop22h 29m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 16/7$1,327
Sat 15/809:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop21h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/915:20
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7$1,330
Fri 17/709:45
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops23h 23m
American Airlines
Sat 1/814:25
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops25h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/7$1,332
Thu 23/709:45
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops26h 45m
American Airlines
Wed 5/811:29
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops26h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 19/7$1,340
Thu 23/709:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop28h 15m
Qantas Airways
Wed 5/814:57
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop23h 03m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/7$1,342
Fri 24/709:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop23h 27m
American Airlines
Sun 2/817:10
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop22h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 16/7$1,348

Find flight deals from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 20 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,307

One-way from

$987

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,635
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 5/8-17/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 38m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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23/11
  • 23/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($445 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($93 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 20 July 2026.
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Price

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MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 15/8

09:45-15:54

1 stop21h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/9

15:20-06:45

1 stop24h 25m

$1,330

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 15/8

09:45-16:48

1 stop22h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/9

15:20-06:45

1 stop24h 25m

$1,348

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 3/8

10:55-20:40

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 31/8

18:20-08:15

1 stop22h 55m

$1,372

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 11/8

17:25-05:13

2 stops26h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 18/8

15:20-10:15

2 stops27h 55m

$1,418

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 16/10

18:20-15:40

1 stop37h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 19/11

13:10-17:00

1 stop34h 50m

$2,066

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 15/8

10:55-19:00

2 stops23h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/9

16:26-08:15

2 stops24h 49m

$2,122

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 8/10

17:10-15:05

1 stop37h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 14/10

19:20-17:50

1 stop30h 30m

$2,154

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 15/10

00:45-13:55

1 stop29h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 21/11

14:35-16:00

2 stops32h 25m

$2,442

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 24/12

12:00-23:50

2 stops28h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 21/1

07:00-09:50

2 stops33h 50m

$2,562
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 23/11

22:35-16:55

3 stops59h 20m

$987

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $1,363). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,446). 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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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 20 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
654 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
654 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
654 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,419 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
654 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,064 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
654 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,015 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
654 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,825 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
654 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport will take you 22h 03m. Airlines will cover a distance of 15546 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip from $598. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from $1,038, and United Airlines, from $1,257. These flights start at 65% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl?

    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 Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $1,363). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,446). 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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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 20 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$598Average$1,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,038Average$1,635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,257Average$1,984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,346Average$1,561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,704Average$1,995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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