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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from $930

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 20/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ORD
15 Feb — 22 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 16 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,487

One-way from

$930

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,559
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 6/2-20/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 12m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 20/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($375 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($112 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 16 January 2026.

Fri 6/212:10
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops23h 42m
Air New Zealand
Fri 20/212:55
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops27h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 13/1$1,487
Sat 14/212:10
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops25h 18m
Air New Zealand
Sat 21/214:35
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops25h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 15/1$1,494
Wed 13/512:10
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 23m
Air New Zealand
Wed 3/616:40
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops27h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 14/1$1,518
Mon 19/113:00
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop20h 57m
United Airlines
Mon 2/212:45
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop28h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,521
Thu 19/307:10
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops23h 31m
Air Canada
Mon 23/315:35
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops29h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 14/1$1,527
Fri 30/110:35
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops26h 50m
Air New Zealand
Mon 2/215:53
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops24h 32m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 16/1$1,565
Sun 3/512:10
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops26h 05m
Air New Zealand
Sun 10/510:00
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops33h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 14/1$1,566
Fri 13/306:05
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/315:35
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops29h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1$1,574
Sat 14/216:05
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops22h 26m
American Airlines
Sat 21/220:21
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop44h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/1$1,578
Sun 1/311:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops22h 35m
United Airlines
Sun 8/316:08
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops24h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/1$1,593

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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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Return

Price

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 14/2

12:10-20:28

2 stops25h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 21/2

14:35-09:25

2 stops25h 50m

$1,494

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

07:10-14:41

2 stops23h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 23/3

15:35-12:35

2 stops29h 00m

$1,527

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

06:00-14:41

2 stops24h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/3

15:35-12:35

2 stops29h 00m

$1,580

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

11:30-14:45

1 stop20h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/3

18:20-08:30

1 stop22h 10m

$1,593

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

08:10-14:41

2 stops23h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 22/2

15:35-13:35

2 stops29h 00m

$1,599

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

16:05-21:25

1 stop21h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/3

13:14-05:00

1 stop23h 46m

$1,653

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 28/2

11:30-17:05

2 stops22h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/3

14:45-09:30

2 stops25h 45m

$1,671

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

18:50-14:41

2 stops36h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/3

14:00-12:35

3 stops30h 35m

$1,671

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 6/2

11:30-17:02

1 stop22h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 20/2

16:05-09:30

2 stops24h 25m

$1,671

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 20/6

08:35-23:50

2 stops30h 15m

$930

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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 9 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 $907). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,584). 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 16 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
570 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

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
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

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
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,130 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

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
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
971 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

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
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,624 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

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 20h 15m. 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 $685. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from $1,016, and Air New Zealand, from $1,148. These flights start at 60% 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 $907). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,584). 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 16 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$685Average$2,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,016Average$1,504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,148Average$1,621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,318Average$1,567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,523Average$2,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,527Average$1,975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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