Find flights
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from $845

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 21/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ORD
16 Sep — 23 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

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 17 August 2026.

Mon 17/809:45 -
2 stops24h 45m
Sun 30/806:45 -
2 stops33h 00m
Deal found 15/8$1,335
Thu 20/810:55 -
1 stop22h 37m
Thu 27/815:35 -
1 stop25h 40m
Deal found 12/8$1,366
Mon 17/810:55 -
1 stop24h 31m
Sun 30/812:51 -
1 stop28h 24m
Deal found 15/8$1,367
Fri 4/908:35 -
2 stops31h 24m
Mon 14/916:40 -
2 stops27h 15m
Deal found 16/8$1,803
Tue 17/1112:10 -
2 stops26h 39m
Tue 2/215:51 -
2 stops24h 04m
Deal found 14/8$1,840
Fri 11/912:10 -
2 stops26h 16m
Fri 18/916:30 -
2 stops30h 15m
Deal found 12/8$1,978
Thu 10/912:10 -
2 stops27h 49m
Thu 17/914:16 -
2 stops29h 39m
Deal found 13/8$2,016
Wed 26/808:35 -
2 stops31h 24m
Sat 29/816:45 -
2 stops30h 00m
Deal found 12/8$2,018
Wed 7/1012:10 -
2 stops25h 21m
Tue 13/1016:40 -
2 stops33h 05m
Deal found 13/8$2,087
Wed 30/907:25 -
1 stop45h 30m
Wed 7/1016:15 -
1 stop28h 00m
Deal found 16/8$2,091
Mon 16/1110:20 -
2 stops29h 39m
Tue 9/212:45 -
2 stops27h 10m
Deal found 13/8$2,094
Wed 26/814:25 -
2 stops30h 34m
Sat 29/821:20 -
1 stop42h 25m
Deal found 12/8$2,116

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 17 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,803

One-way from

$845

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,352
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 4/9-14/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 39m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
Search Deals
21/10
  • 21/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 19m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($684 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($86 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 17 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 4/9

14:25-14:20

1 stop38h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 14/9

16:00-11:15

1 stop28h 15m

$2,184

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 17/11

22:45-05:02

1 stop23h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/2

11:00-05:00

1 stop25h 00m

$2,228

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 21/9

10:55-20:26

1 stop24h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 29/9

16:40-08:15

2 stops24h 35m

$2,260
Fastest return journey

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 7/10

10:30-14:36

1 stop20h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 14/10

15:35-09:15

1 stop25h 40m

$2,273

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 15/11

15:35-12:55

1 stop38h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/11

14:35-12:30

1 stop28h 55m

$2,282

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 8/10

15:25-13:55

1 stop38h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 13/10

16:15-23:15

1 stop39h 00m

$2,342

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 1/9

10:55-19:00

2 stops23h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

15:56-08:15

2 stops25h 19m

$2,345

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 8/10

11:55-20:22

1 stop24h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 14/10

21:40-09:15

1 stop43h 35m

$2,386
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

23:55-06:17

3 stops45h 22m

$927

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 30/9

07:35-00:23

2 stops31h 48m

$1,081

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 14/8

Showing 1-10 of 18 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to O'Hare Intl from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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 $1,352). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,473). 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.

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

Airfare is above average for this route at the moment.

Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights typically cost between $1,322 and $1,377 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,803 on Air New Zealand (4 Sept–14 Sept).

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 17 August 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
662 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

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
662 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
662 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

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
1,453 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
662 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

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
1,083 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
662 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

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
10,106 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
662 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

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
11,946 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
662 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

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 24h 31m. 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 $589. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,239, and Qantas Airways, from $1,322. These flights start at 67% 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl?

    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 $1,352). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,473). 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.

See more FAQs

Travelling to a place near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Book flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport if you plan to visit one of these locations
Libertyville

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Melbourne to O'Hare Intl

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Melbourne to Midway flights

Top 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl

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 17 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$589Average$1,578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Search American Airlines flights
United AirlinesCheapest$1,239Average$1,805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Search United Airlines flights
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,322Average$1,611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,326Average$1,538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Search Air New Zealand flights
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,679Average$1,966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Cathay Pacific flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl?

Cheapflights goes through 900+ travel sites to look for the best flight deals for flights from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl. Too many options? Cheapflights also provides filters for things like airlines, price ranges, and number of stops to help you make a decision easily.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl?

Millions of users choose and trust Cheapflights to book the best flight deals from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl for free. We help you search and compare prices from hundreds of airlines for the right flight just for you.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl with no change fees?

Cheapflights does show flights with no change fees to all users. To see these options for flights from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl, users can toggle the no change fees filter when performing a flight search.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl become cheaper?

Yes! Start tracking prices for Melbourne to O'Hare Intl flights today and get alerted whenever prices for these flights change. To access this feature, click the bell icon next to the flight deals above, which will prompt you for a valid email address to receive your alerts.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.