Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from $741

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ORD
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
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 28 January 2026.

Thu 30/412:10
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops27h 35m
Air New Zealand
Tue 5/516:00
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops27h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 27/1$1,485
Thu 29/112:00
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop21h 49m
American Airlines
Wed 11/206:54
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop29h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 25/1$1,487
Wed 11/316:05
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops21h 35m
American Airlines
Wed 18/319:29
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop22h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 25/1$1,493
Thu 29/111:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops22h 34m
United Airlines
Wed 11/215:59
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops24h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/1$1,508
Tue 24/211:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops22h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 3/316:05
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops24h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/1$1,510
Thu 30/413:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/521:20
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop42h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1$1,530
Thu 12/312:00
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop21h 46m
American Airlines
Thu 19/313:40
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop27h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 25/1$1,566
Thu 12/310:30
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop20h 25m
United Airlines
Thu 19/314:35
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops26h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/1$1,582
Fri 13/312:00
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops25h 13m
American Airlines
Fri 27/321:13
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop39h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/1$1,641
Fri 13/310:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops22h 30m
United Airlines
Fri 27/316:00
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops24h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/1$1,657
Fri 27/310:30
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop20h 25m
United Airlines
Fri 17/414:30
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops26h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/1$1,660

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 28 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,485

One-way from

$741

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,501
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 30/4-5/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 55h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
12/3
  • 12/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 54m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($370 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($105 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 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 28 January 2026.
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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Melbourne

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O'Hare Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

12:10-00:45

2 stops27h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/5

16:00-10:55

2 stops27h 55m

$1,485

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

11:30-16:57

1 stop22h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

16:00-09:30

1 stop24h 30m

$1,510

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

13:30-05:50

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/5

21:20-06:45

1 stop42h 25m

$1,530

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 12/3

12:00-17:46

1 stop21h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 19/3

13:40-09:30

1 stop27h 50m

$1,566

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 12/3

10:30-14:55

1 stop20h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 19/3

14:35-09:00

2 stops26h 25m

$1,582

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

12:00-21:13

2 stops25h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/3

21:13-05:00

1 stop39h 47m

$1,641

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

10:30-18:45

2 stops24h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/3

16:08-08:30

2 stops24h 22m

$1,657

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 12/3

13:55-04:49

2 stops30h 54m

$741

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 13/2

13:55-10:46

3 stops37h 51m

$887

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 13/2

08:35-20:28

2 stops28h 53m

$957

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 26/1

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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 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 23 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 $874). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,527). 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?

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 28 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.

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

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 27m. 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 $979. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $1,105, and American Airlines, from $1,112. These flights start at 41% 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $874). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,527). 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 6 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 28 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$979Average$1,452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,105Average$1,553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,112Average$1,874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,269Average$1,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,467Average$1,982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,471Average$1,913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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