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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Chicago from $846

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHI
4 Apr — 11 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 5 March 2026.

Sat 18/413:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/415:00
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,168
Thu 16/413:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/414:00
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$1,224
Mon 11/513:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 16/612:44
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops32h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$1,334
Mon 11/513:35
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop21h 22m
American Airlines
Tue 16/615:20
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop24h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/3$1,421
Mon 20/409:45
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops35h 43m
American Airlines
Sun 3/507:04
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops32h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/3$1,428
Wed 18/312:00
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops33h 25m
American Airlines
Sun 22/321:13
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop39h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,458
Mon 11/513:35
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop21h 22m
Qantas Airways
Tue 23/615:20
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop24h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 3/3$1,486
Mon 23/312:00
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop25h 35m
Qantas Airways
Wed 1/413:40
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop25h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/3$1,492
Mon 23/312:00
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop35h 25m
American Airlines
Wed 1/412:05
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops24h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,495
Tue 21/408:35
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops28h 05m
Air New Zealand
Wed 29/416:40
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops27h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 28/2$1,500
Wed 3/610:00
MEL
-
MDW
2 stops26h 09m
Delta
Wed 17/609:20
MDW
-
MEL
2 stops31h 30m
Delta
Deal found 1/3$1,518
Wed 4/310:10
MEL
-
MDW
2 stops24h 27m
Delta
Tue 10/318:07
MDW
-
MEL
2 stops44h 53m
Delta
Deal found 28/2$1,539

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 5 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,168

One-way from

$846

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,516
18/4-25/4
  • 18/4-25/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 54h 57m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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15/6
  • 15/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 48m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($40 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

10:00-21:09

2 stops26h 09m

Chicago Midway

Wed 17/6

09:20-07:50

2 stops31h 30m

$1,518

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

10:00-21:20

2 stops26h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 17/6

15:50-07:50

2 stops25h 00m

$1,518

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 23/3

10:30-18:54

1 stop24h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

16:10-08:30

2 stops24h 20m

$1,527

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 2/6

10:55-16:38

1 stop20h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 24/6

10:54-07:30

2 stops29h 36m

$1,529

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 19/6

10:00-17:30

1 stop22h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/7

13:35-07:50

2 stops27h 15m

$1,570

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 16/4

10:55-01:28

1 stop29h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 23/4

15:45-08:15

1 stop25h 30m

$1,596

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 13/6

10:55-20:24

1 stop24h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 18/7

21:33-08:15

1 stop43h 42m

$1,603

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 5/7

09:30-22:49

2 stops28h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 19/7

16:30-08:15

1 stop24h 45m

$1,603
Fastest return journey

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

10:30-17:00

2 stops22h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 26/3

16:00-08:30

2 stops24h 30m

$1,604

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

10:00-22:28

2 stops27h 28m

Chicago Midway

Fri 24/4

14:12-07:50

2 stops26h 38m

$1,692

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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 27 February 2026.

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 $862). Flying from Melbourne to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,057). 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 5 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
607 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
607 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
607 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
1,002 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
607 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
9,388 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
607 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
11,381 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
607 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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
10,776 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
607 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

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 24h 24m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,527. 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 $957. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $1,090, and American Airlines, from $1,152. Qantas Airways is 41% 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago (average of $862). Flying from Melbourne to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,057). 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 Chicago

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 5 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$957Average$1,463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,090Average$1,547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,152Average$1,848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,252Average$1,488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,446Average$1,955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,451Average$1,890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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