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 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHI
17 1月 — 24 1月1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
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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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 18 12月 2025.
週三 17/1211:30MEL - ORD
2 stops26h 37mUnited Airlines
週三 24/1210:56ORD - MEL
2 stops29h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12$1,526
週一 15/1222:45MEL - ORD
2 stops33h 03mVirgin Australia
週日 28/1218:25ORD - MEL
1 stop22h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/12$3,757
週三 17/1210:10MEL - ORD
2 stops28h 11mDelta
週三 24/1212:30ORD - MEL
3 stops26h 30mDelta
Deal found 15/12$4,472
週一 15/1218:20MEL - ORD
1 stop30h 15mEtihad Airways
週日 28/1213:10ORD - MEL
1 stop34h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/12$4,592
週一 15/1220:20MEL - ORD
2 stops35h 21mMultiple Airlines
週日 28/1214:00ORD - MEL
3 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12$4,855
週三 17/1207:45MEL - ORD
3 stops29h 00mAir Canada
週三 24/1210:00ORD - MEL
3 stops35h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 15/12$6,100
Best flights from Melbourne to Chicago
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 18 12月 2025.
週三 14/110:10MEL - MDW
2 stops24h 24mDelta
週二 12/518:45MDW - MEL
2 stops46h 05mDelta
Deal found 17/12$1,534
週五 13/312:00MEL - ORD
2 stops24h 00mUnited Airlines
週五 27/316:00ORD - MEL
2 stops24h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12$1,675
週三 14/110:10MEL - MDW
2 stops25h 22mDelta
週日 10/518:45MDW - MEL
2 stops46h 05mDelta
Deal found 17/12$1,534
週三 14/110:10MEL - MDW
2 stops25h 22mDelta
週一 11/514:00MDW - MEL
2 stops26h 50mDelta
Deal found 17/12$1,534
週六 17/111:30MEL - ORD
1 stop25h 55mUnited Airlines
週五 20/218:20ORD - MEL
1 stop22h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12$1,690
週三 14/110:10MEL - MDW
2 stops24h 24mDelta
週三 6/513:00MDW - MEL
2 stops27h 50mDelta
Deal found 17/12$1,534
週三 14/110:10MEL - MDW
2 stops25h 22mDelta
週四 7/518:45MDW - MEL
2 stops46h 05mDelta
Deal found 17/12$1,610
週日 18/110:10MEL - MDW
2 stops24h 24mDelta
週三 6/510:35MDW - MEL
2 stops30h 15mDelta
Deal found 17/12$1,610
週五 16/110:10MEL - MDW
2 stops28h 57mDelta
週二 12/518:45MDW - MEL
2 stops46h 05mDelta
Deal found 17/12$1,610
週日 18/110:10MEL - MDW
2 stops24h 24mDelta
週一 11/510:35MDW - MEL
2 stops30h 15mDelta
Deal found 17/12$1,610
週五 16/110:10MEL - ORD
2 stops28h 33mDelta
週二 12/519:59ORD - MEL
2 stops44h 51mDelta
Deal found 17/12$1,610
週日 18/110:10MEL - ORD
2 stops24h 45mDelta
週二 12/519:59ORD - MEL
2 stops44h 51mDelta
Deal found 17/12$1,610
週五 16/110:10MEL - ORD
2 stops28h 33mDelta
週五 8/515:50ORD - MEL
2 stops25h 00mDelta
Deal found 17/12$1,685
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Chicago
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago. Data last updated 18 12月 2025 and is based on user searches.
週三 17/1211:30MEL - ORD
1 stop28h 29mUnited Airlines
週三 24/1218:32ORD - MEL
1 stop21h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12$1,526
週三 14/110:10MEL - MDW
2 stops25h 22mDelta
週日 10/518:45MDW - MEL
2 stops46h 05mDelta
Deal found 17/12$1,534
週三 14/110:10MEL - ORD
2 stops24h 16mDelta
週二 12/519:59ORD - MEL
2 stops44h 51mDelta
Deal found 17/12$1,534
週五 16/110:10MEL - MDW
2 stops28h 57mDelta
週二 12/518:45MDW - MEL
2 stops46h 05mDelta
Deal found 17/12$1,610
週五 16/110:10MEL - ORD
2 stops28h 33mDelta
週一 11/515:50ORD - MEL
2 stops25h 00mDelta
Deal found 17/12$1,610
週五 16/110:10MEL - MDW
2 stops41h 55mDelta
週五 8/514:00MDW - MEL
2 stops26h 50mDelta
Deal found 17/12$1,685
週六 17/112:00MEL - ORD
1 stop21h 49mAmerican Airlines
週二 12/508:15ORD - MEL
2 stops31h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/12$1,584
週六 17/107:00MEL - ORD
2 stops31h 23mAmerican Airlines
週六 9/520:20ORD - MEL
1 stop43h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/12$1,616
週六 17/112:00MEL - ORD
1 stop21h 49mAmerican Airlines
週五 8/517:30ORD - MEL
1 stop22h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/12$1,660
週日 18/107:00MEL - ORD
2 stops27h 09mAmerican Airlines
週三 6/516:45ORD - MEL
1 stop21h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/12$1,626
週四 29/113:00MEL - ORD
1 stop22h 48mUnited Airlines
週四 5/217:16ORD - MEL
1 stop23h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12$1,604
週五 30/113:00MEL - ORD
1 stop22h 48mUnited Airlines
週五 6/218:30ORD - MEL
1 stop22h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/12$1,676
One-way flights from Melbourne to Chicago
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 18 12月 2025.
週四 30/400:30MEL - ORD
3 stops45h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12$964
週二 10/312:10MEL - ORD
2 stops24h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/12$982
週五 1/500:30MEL - ORD
3 stops45h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12$1,025
週六 2/508:35MEL - ORD
2 stops29h 53mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/12$1,058
週二 10/318:50MEL - ORD
3 stops57h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/12$1,093
週四 30/413:30MEL - ORD
2 stops32h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12$1,179
週二 10/312:00MEL - ORD
1 stop21h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/12$1,310
週五 1/510:00MEL - MDW
2 stops23h 31mDelta
Deal found 16/12$1,425
週四 30/409:45MEL - MDW
3 stops37h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12$1,475
週五 1/509:45MEL - MDW
3 stops38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12$1,483
週一 5/123:40MEL - MDW
3 stops54h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$3,169
週一 5/112:30MEL - MDW
2 stops38h 57mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 17/12$3,186
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 18 12月 2025.
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 18 12月 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Chicago that are best for you.
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Melbourne
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Chicago
Route
Depart
Return
Price
MelbourneChicago
MEL - MDW
MELMDW
Melbourne
週三 14/1
10:10-17:34
2 stops24h 24m
Chicago Midway
週二 12/5
18:45-07:50
2 stops46h 05m
$1,534
MelbourneChicago
MEL - MDW
MELMDW
Melbourne
週三 14/1
10:10-18:32
2 stops25h 22m
Chicago Midway
週日 10/5
18:45-07:50
2 stops46h 05m
$1,534
MelbourneChicago
MEL - MDW
MELMDW
Melbourne
週三 14/1
10:10-18:32
2 stops25h 22m
Chicago Midway
週一 11/5
14:00-07:50
2 stops26h 50m
$1,534
MelbourneChicago
MEL - MDW
MELMDW
Melbourne
週三 14/1
10:10-17:34
2 stops24h 24m
Chicago Midway
週三 6/5
13:00-07:50
2 stops27h 50m
$1,534
MelbourneChicago
MEL - MDW
MELMDW
Melbourne
週三 14/1
10:10-18:32
2 stops25h 22m
Chicago Midway
週四 7/5
18:45-07:50
2 stops46h 05m
$1,610
MelbourneChicago
MEL - MDW
MELMDW
Melbourne
週日 18/1
10:10-17:34
2 stops24h 24m
Chicago Midway
週三 6/5
10:35-07:50
2 stops30h 15m
$1,610
MelbourneChicago
MEL - MDW
MELMDW
Melbourne
週五 16/1
10:10-22:07
2 stops28h 57m
Chicago Midway
週二 12/5
18:45-07:50
2 stops46h 05m
$1,610
MelbourneChicago
MEL - MDW
MELMDW
Melbourne
週日 18/1
10:10-17:34
2 stops24h 24m
Chicago Midway
週一 11/5
10:35-07:50
2 stops30h 15m
$1,610
MelbourneChicago
MEL - ORD
MELORD
Melbourne
週五 16/1
10:10-21:43
2 stops28h 33m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
週二 12/5
19:59-07:50
2 stops44h 51m
$1,610
MelbourneChicago
MEL - ORD
MELORD
Melbourne
週日 18/1
10:10-17:55
2 stops24h 45m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
週二 12/5
19:59-07:50
2 stops44h 51m
$1,610
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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 12 December 2025.
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 month to book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago (average of $917). Flying from Melbourne to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,617). 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 CHI?
Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 12月 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Chicago in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.
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 18 12月 2025.
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.
I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
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 24h. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,675. The distance between Melbourne and Chicago is about 15546 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 $692. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from $1,028, and Air New Zealand, from $1,161. American Airlines is 61% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago (average of $917). Flying from Melbourne to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,617). 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.
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 18 12月 2025.
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