What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Chicago round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Chicago round-trip from $1,815. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $1,945, and United Airlines, from $2,083. American Airlines is 7% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination. Find deals

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Chicago one-way?

The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $1,168. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Canada and LATAM Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to Chicago for a low price. Find deals

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to Chicago?

The most popular airlines flying from Melbourne to Chicago are American Airlines, Air Canada and Cathay Pacific. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Melbourne to Chicago?

Flights from Melbourne to Chicago are generally found to be more expensive on Thursday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Chicago.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago?

Find a great deal and save up to 75% by booking at least 13 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Melbourne to Chicago within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $930.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Chicago?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Chicago. Flights to Chicago from Melbourne in February are about $1,953 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $659.

Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Chicago?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Chicago.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Chicago?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Chicago are usually found in February or August, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago

Round-trip from	$1,815
One-way from	$970
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$1,879

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3 total stops
58h 01m total
Melbourne to Chicago

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1/9
2 total stops
24h 41m total
Melbourne to Chicago

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($100 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 June 2025.

Fri 14/1112:05MEL - ORD

2 stops24h 51mAir New Zealand

Fri 28/1115:43ORD - MEL

2 stops26h 07mAir New Zealand

Deal found 12/6$1,667

Fri 14/1112:00MEL - ORD

1 stop41h 06mAmerican Airlines

Fri 28/1114:25ORD - MEL

2 stops29h 10mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/6$1,721

Fri 21/1108:40MEL - ORD

1 stop45h 20mCathay Pacific

Fri 5/1214:40ORD - MEL

1 stop28h 50mCathay Pacific

Deal found 12/6$1,963

Sat 11/1007:00MEL - ORD

2 stops24h 00mAir Canada

Tue 21/1014:00ORD - MEL

3 stops30h 35mAir Canada

Deal found 12/6$2,051

Thu 28/810:55MEL - ORD

2 stops24h 02mUnited Airlines

Sun 28/915:40ORD - MEL

2 stops25h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/6$2,083

Sat 19/719:45MEL - ORD

2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines

Tue 29/716:00ORD - MEL

1 stop28h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/6$2,120

Wed 17/1210:25MEL - ORD

2 stops28h 28mDelta

Sat 27/1219:59ORD - MEL

2 stops67h 16mDelta

Deal found 12/6$2,574

Sun 27/712:05MEL - ORD

2 stops36h 10mJapan Airlines

Sat 2/801:30ORD - MEL

2 stops40h 20mJapan Airlines

Deal found 12/6$2,610

Thu 13/1100:35MEL - ORD

2 stops33h 22mSingapore Airlines

Fri 28/1118:50ORD - MEL

2 stops41h 55mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 12/6$2,708

Best flights from Melbourne to Chicago
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Fri 1/809:25MEL - ORD

2 stops36h 58mAmerican Airlines

Sun 17/816:57ORD - MEL

1 stop21h 03mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/6$1,815

Wed 13/812:05MEL - ORD

2 stops24h 13mAir New Zealand

Wed 3/917:50ORD - MEL

2 stops26h 00mAir New Zealand

Deal found 11/6$1,945

Thu 28/810:55MEL - ORD

2 stops24h 02mUnited Airlines

Sun 28/915:40ORD - MEL

2 stops25h 35mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/6$2,083

Sat 19/707:25MEL - ORD

1 stop46h 00mCathay Pacific

Tue 29/716:00ORD - MEL

1 stop28h 15mCathay Pacific

Deal found 11/6$2,085

Sat 19/719:45MEL - ORD

2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines

Tue 29/716:00ORD - MEL

1 stop28h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/6$2,120

Sun 27/706:00MEL - ORD

3 stops42h 09mAir Canada

Sun 3/815:35ORD - MEL

2 stops30h 45mAir Canada

Deal found 12/6$2,307

Wed 9/711:55MEL - ORD

1 stop24h 29mQantas Airways

Tue 29/720:55ORD - MEL

1 stop42h 50mQantas Airways

Deal found 10/6$2,498

Wed 9/707:25MEL - ORD

1 stop23h 35mJapan Airlines

Mon 28/712:30ORD - MEL

1 stop26h 15mJapan Airlines

Deal found 10/6$2,502

Mon 23/610:55MEL - ORD

1 stop40h 45mVirgin Australia

Tue 15/707:20ORD - MEL

1 stop33h 55mVirgin Australia

Deal found 11/6$2,904

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Wed 18/607:25MEL - ORD

1 stop23h 35mJapan Airlines

Mon 30/612:30ORD - MEL

1 stop26h 15mJapan Airlines

Deal found 12/6$6,890

Wed 18/607:25MEL - ORD

2 stops27h 17mMultiple Airlines

Wed 25/620:36ORD - MEL

2 stops42h 09mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/6$7,439

Wed 18/610:20MEL - ORD

2 stops33h 53mChina Southern

Mon 30/618:35ORD - MEL

3 stops47h 05mChina Southern

Deal found 11/6$13,686

Sun 22/606:00MEL - ORD

2 stops24h 44mAmerican Airlines

Sun 13/713:23ORD - MEL

1 stop24h 37mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 11/6$3,393

Sun 22/618:25MEL - ORD

2 stops38h 53mSingapore Airlines

Tue 15/712:06ORD - MEL

3 stops52h 19mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 11/6$5,833

Sun 22/620:30MEL - ORD

2 stops48h 08mAir Canada

Thu 17/715:40ORD - MEL

2 stops28h 55mAir Canada

Deal found 11/6$7,461

Mon 23/610:55MEL - ORD

2 stops28h 04mUnited Airlines

Wed 16/712:54ORD - MEL

2 stops28h 21mUnited Airlines

Deal found 11/6$2,524

Mon 23/607:00MEL - ORD

2 stops70h 25mCathay Pacific

Sun 13/716:00ORD - MEL

2 stops49h 00mCathay Pacific

Deal found 11/6$2,883

Mon 23/610:55MEL - ORD

1 stop40h 45mVirgin Australia

Tue 15/707:20ORD - MEL

1 stop33h 55mVirgin Australia

Deal found 11/6$2,904

Tue 8/715:05MEL - ORD

1 stop22h 47mAmerican Airlines

Thu 24/711:45ORD - MEL

1 stop28h 00mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 11/6$1,885

Wed 9/715:05MEL - ORD

1 stop20h 55mQantas Airways

Wed 23/717:49ORD - MEL

1 stop21h 56mQantas Airways

Deal found 10/6$2,498

Wed 9/707:25MEL - ORD

1 stop23h 35mJapan Airlines

Mon 28/712:30ORD - MEL

1 stop26h 15mJapan Airlines

Deal found 10/6$2,502

One-way flights from Melbourne to Chicago
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Mon 1/913:30MEL - ORD

2 stops24h 41mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/6$970

Mon 28/709:45MEL - ORD

1 stop22h 57mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/6$1,168

Mon 1/909:45MEL - MDW

2 stops28h 42mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/6$1,199

Mon 28/720:30MEL - ORD

3 stops37h 59mAir Canada

Deal found 12/6$1,541

Mon 28/712:00MEL - MDW

2 stops36h 45mLATAM Airlines

Deal found 12/6$7,989

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MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 1/8

09:25-07:23

2 stops36h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 17/8

16:57-05:00

1 stop21h 03m

$1,815

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 13/8

12:05-21:18

2 stops24h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/9

17:50-10:50

2 stops26h 00m

$1,945

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 28/8

10:55-19:57

2 stops24h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 28/9

15:40-08:15

2 stops25h 35m

$2,083

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 19/7

07:25-14:25

1 stop46h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 29/7

16:00-11:15

1 stop28h 15m

$2,085

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 19/7

19:45-14:25

2 stops33h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 29/7

16:00-11:15

1 stop28h 15m

$2,120

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 27/7

06:00-09:09

3 stops42h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/8

15:35-13:20

2 stops30h 45m

$2,307

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 9/7

15:05-21:00

1 stop20h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 23/7

17:49-06:45

1 stop21h 56m

$2,498

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 9/7

07:25-16:00

1 stop23h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 28/7

12:30-05:45

1 stop26h 15m

$2,502

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 23/6

10:55-06:19

1 stop34h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 16/7

06:30-08:15

1 stop34h 45m

$2,904

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 1/9

13:30-23:11

2 stops24h 41m

$970

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Chicago, you should look to book at least 12 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Chicago in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Chicago?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Chicago flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

Temperature in Chicago by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

See what other customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, Air New Zealand and Cathay Pacific from Melbourne to Chicago have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Japan Airlines

8.3

Very Good

1,490 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

MAA - DEL

1. No information on business class lounge access in Delhi airport. 2. Special meals ordered confirmed in JAL website but not in confirmation email. So meal Was not served on the flight.

Japan Airlines

8.3

Very Good

1,490 reviews

Japan Airlines

8.3

Very Good

1,490 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

MAA - DEL

1. No information on business class lounge access in Delhi airport. 2. Special meals ordered confirmed in JAL website but not in confirmation email. So meal Was not served on the flight.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

483 reviews

Japan Airlines

8.3

Very Good

1,490 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

MAA - DEL

1. No information on business class lounge access in Delhi airport. 2. Special meals ordered confirmed in JAL website but not in confirmation email. So meal Was not served on the flight.

Cathay Pacific

7.6

Good

892 reviews

Japan Airlines

8.3

Very Good

1,490 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

MAA - DEL

1. No information on business class lounge access in Delhi airport. 2. Special meals ordered confirmed in JAL website but not in confirmation email. So meal Was not served on the flight.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

854 reviews

Japan Airlines

8.3

Very Good

1,490 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

MAA - DEL

1. No information on business class lounge access in Delhi airport. 2. Special meals ordered confirmed in JAL website but not in confirmation email. So meal Was not served on the flight.

LATAM Airlines

7.5

Good

1,785 reviews

Japan Airlines

8.3

Very Good

1,490 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

MAA - DEL

1. No information on business class lounge access in Delhi airport. 2. Special meals ordered confirmed in JAL website but not in confirmation email. So meal Was not served on the flight.

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What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Chicago round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Chicago round-trip from $1,815. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $1,945, and United Airlines, from $2,083. American Airlines is 7% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Chicago one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $1,168. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Canada and LATAM Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to Chicago for a low price.
Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Chicago that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Chicago?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Chicago.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Chicago?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Melbourne to Chicago

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American Airlines	Cheapest$1,137	Average$1,924	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,146	Average$1,560	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$1,186	Average$1,665	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights
Cathay Pacific	Cheapest$1,564	Average$2,328	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,569	Average$2,031	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	Cheapest$1,586	Average$1,970	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air Canada flights
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$2,198	Average$2,829	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Chicago are usually found in February or August, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

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What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

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