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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from $876

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 19/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ORD
8 Feb — 15 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 (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 9 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,506

One-way from

$876

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,556
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 17/3-21/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 41m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 19/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 23m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($377 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($111 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 9 January 2026.

Tue 17/307:00MEL - ORD
2 stops23h 41mAir Canada
Sat 21/315:35ORD - MEL
2 stops29h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 8/1$1,506
Mon 19/112:00MEL - ORD
2 stops22h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/214:50ORD - MEL
2 stops25h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/1$1,507
Tue 19/508:35MEL - ORD
2 stops29h 53mAir New Zealand
Tue 26/516:40ORD - MEL
2 stops27h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/1$1,509
Mon 19/116:05MEL - ORD
1 stop20h 24mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/211:56ORD - MEL
1 stop24h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/1$1,513
Tue 20/113:00MEL - ORD
2 stops28h 58mUnited Airlines
Tue 27/118:29ORD - MEL
1 stop22h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,525
Fri 13/307:00MEL - ORD
2 stops23h 41mAir Canada
Fri 27/315:35ORD - MEL
2 stops29h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 8/1$1,551
Sun 22/207:10MEL - ORD
2 stops24h 31mAir Canada
Sun 1/315:35ORD - MEL
2 stops29h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 7/1$1,580
Sun 22/212:00MEL - ORD
1 stop22h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/321:13ORD - MEL
1 stop38h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,586
Wed 18/208:10MEL - ORD
2 stops23h 31mAir Canada
Sun 22/215:35ORD - MEL
2 stops29h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 8/1$1,598
Sun 22/211:30MEL - ORD
2 stops24h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/316:00ORD - MEL
2 stops25h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/1$1,603

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

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Price

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

12:00-17:59

2 stops22h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/2

14:50-09:30

2 stops25h 40m

$1,507

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

12:00-22:09

2 stops27h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/2

06:54-05:00

1 stop29h 06m

$1,513

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 20/1

11:30-18:46

2 stops24h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 27/1

12:45-10:00

2 stops28h 15m

$1,525

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 22/2

07:10-14:41

2 stops24h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/3

15:35-14:15

2 stops29h 40m

$1,580

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 22/2

12:00-17:46

1 stop22h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/3

21:13-05:00

1 stop38h 47m

$1,586

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 22/2

11:30-18:55

2 stops24h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/3

18:18-10:00

1 stop22h 42m

$1,603

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

07:10-14:41

2 stops24h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 22/2

15:35-15:35

2 stops31h 00m

$1,607

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

12:00-21:25

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/3

19:29-09:30

1 stop22h 01m

$1,662

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 22/6

18:55-06:28

3 stops50h 33m

$1,055

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 17/6

08:00-20:25

3 stops27h 25m

$1,107

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 2 January 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 67 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $906). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,582). 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.

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 9 January 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
567 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
567 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
567 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,126 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
567 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
968 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
567 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,143 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
567 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,603 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
567 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 59m. 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 $684. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from $1,015, and Air New Zealand, from $1,146. These flights start at 60% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $906). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,582). 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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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,019Average$1,503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,146Average$1,617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,153Average$2,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,316Average$1,564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,521Average$2,055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,525Average$1,968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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