Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from $1,022

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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ORD
1 Jan — 8 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in February or October, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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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 2 December 2025.

Mon 8/1213:00MEL - ORD
2 stops24h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/121:05ORD - MEL
1 stop43h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/11$1,576
Tue 9/1212:00MEL - ORD
1 stop28h 59mQantas Airways
Tue 23/1221:04ORD - MEL
1 stop43h 26mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/11$1,617
Mon 8/1213:00MEL - ORD
2 stops23h 44mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/118:32ORD - MEL
1 stop21h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/11$1,651
Mon 8/1212:00MEL - ORD
1 stop21h 12mQantas Airways
Tue 30/1216:46ORD - MEL
2 stops25h 19mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/11$1,655
Sun 7/1213:00MEL - ORD
1 stop21h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/118:32ORD - MEL
1 stop21h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/11$1,725
Thu 11/1212:00MEL - ORD
1 stop21h 07mQantas Airways
Tue 30/1216:46ORD - MEL
2 stops26h 19mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/11$1,730
Mon 8/1212:00MEL - ORD
1 stop21h 12mQantas Airways
Mon 5/116:34ORD - MEL
1 stop23h 56mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/11$1,754
Sun 7/1211:05MEL - ORD
2 stops23h 09mQantas Airways
Tue 30/1214:50ORD - MEL
2 stops26h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/11$1,787
Wed 10/1212:00MEL - ORD
2 stops22h 47mAmerican Airlines
Fri 2/115:26ORD - MEL
2 stops25h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/11$1,797
Tue 9/1217:25MEL - ORD
2 stops28h 55mQantas Airways
Mon 5/116:34ORD - MEL
1 stop23h 56mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/11$1,811

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 2 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,261

One-way from

$1,022

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,663
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 3/3-17/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 56h 01m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
5/12
  • 5/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 13m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($546 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($124 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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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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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 4/3

11:30-17:08

2 stops22h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/3

21:05-09:00

1 stop43h 55m

$1,551

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

12:00-23:40

1 stop28h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/3

13:40-09:30

1 stop27h 50m

$1,551

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

13:00-18:55

2 stops22h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 14/4

15:55-08:15

2 stops25h 20m

$1,628

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 17/1

16:05-20:39

1 stop21h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 20/2

14:00-09:30

1 stop26h 30m

$1,703

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

10:30-18:54

1 stop24h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/3

16:00-08:30

1 stop24h 30m

$1,703

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 17/1

11:30-17:04

2 stops22h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 20/2

18:31-09:30

1 stop21h 59m

$1,716

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 2/5

08:35-21:11

2 stops27h 36m

$1,058

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

00:30-14:25

2 stops52h 55m

$1,162

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 23/12

12:00-00:12

2 stops53h 12m

$1,328

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 2/5

14:25-14:25

1 stop39h 00m

$1,359

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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 28 November 2025.

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 $927). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,651). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 2 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines 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.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

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 38m. 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 $1,067. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $1,173, and American Airlines, from $1,180. These flights start at 39% 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $927). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,651). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,067Average$1,547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,173Average$1,648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,180Average$2,173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,347Average$1,601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,550Average$1,995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,186Average$3,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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