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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Chicago from $886

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 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHI
14 Apr — 21 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 15 March 2026.

Sat 25/413:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/515:00
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,177
Thu 30/413:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/507:30
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops37h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3$1,228
Wed 29/413:25
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/507:30
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops37h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/3$1,309
Mon 27/413:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/514:39
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops30h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/3$1,337
Sun 26/413:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops31h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/505:15
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops40h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,346
Wed 15/413:25
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops25h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 22/407:30
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops37h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,430
Mon 3/808:35
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops29h 40m
Air New Zealand
Mon 24/816:20
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops34h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 10/3$1,566
Mon 4/508:35
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops29h 53m
Air New Zealand
Wed 27/515:57
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops34h 48m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 13/3$1,635
Fri 17/410:00
MEL
-
MDW
2 stops27h 28m
Delta
Fri 24/413:24
MDW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 26m
Delta
Deal found 11/3$1,795
Wed 29/410:00
MEL
-
MDW
2 stops27h 28m
Delta
Wed 6/514:12
MDW
-
MEL
2 stops26h 38m
Delta
Deal found 15/3$1,876
Wed 1/710:00
MEL
-
MDW
2 stops37h 38m
Delta
Mon 20/709:30
MDW
-
MEL
2 stops31h 20m
Delta
Deal found 14/3$1,888
Fri 24/710:00
MEL
-
MDW
2 stops23h 31m
Delta
Sun 2/818:45
MDW
-
MEL
2 stops46h 05m
Delta
Deal found 13/3$1,910

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Chicago (CHI). 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 15 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,177

One-way from

$886

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,529
25/4-2/5
  • 25/4-2/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 54h 57m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 17/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($111 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($43 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Chicago 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 15 March 2026.
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MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

13:30-23:27

2 stops24h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/5

07:30-12:05

2 stops37h 35m

$1,228

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

10:00-18:31

2 stops23h 31m

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/8

18:45-07:50

2 stops46h 05m

$1,876

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Sun 5/7

10:00-08:38

2 stops61h 38m

Chicago Midway

Wed 22/7

14:00-07:50

2 stops26h 50m

$1,888

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Sun 5/7

10:00-18:31

2 stops47h 31m

Chicago Midway

Sun 19/7

17:59-07:50

2 stops46h 51m

$1,888

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

06:00-14:45

2 stops23h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/5

09:55-11:05

3 stops34h 10m

$2,093

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 14/6

20:45-14:45

2 stops33h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 20/6

15:40-11:05

2 stops28h 25m

$2,213

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 12/7

09:30-18:55

1 stop24h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 25/7

21:35-08:15

1 stop43h 40m

$2,305

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 13/6

10:55-16:38

1 stop20h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 18/7

21:33-08:15

1 stop43h 42m

$2,331

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 15/4

10:00-22:28

2 stops27h 28m

Chicago Midway

Wed 22/4

12:52-07:50

2 stops27h 58m

$2,337

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 3/7

10:00-08:38

2 stops37h 38m

Chicago Midway

Tue 21/7

18:45-07:50

2 stops46h 05m

$2,347

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Chicago, you should look to book at least 78 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 month to book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago (average of $969). Flying from Melbourne to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,075). 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 Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated 15 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from Melbourne to Chicago. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,004 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,429 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,471 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,803 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Chicago. 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 to Chicago?

    A quick flight from Melbourne to Chicago can take about 23h 31m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,876. The distance between Melbourne and Chicago is about 15554 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Chicago round-trip from $968. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $1,099, and American Airlines, from $1,162. Qantas Airways is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago (average of $969). Flying from Melbourne to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,075). 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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Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Chicago. 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 15 March 2026.
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$974Average$1,486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,099Average$1,560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,162Average$1,761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,263Average$1,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,459Average$1,971FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,463Average$1,906FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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