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MEL — CHI
14 Dec — 21 Dec1
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 March, 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 14 November 2025.
Sun 23/1110:35MEL - ORD
2 stops25h 55mAir New Zealand
Fri 5/1215:53ORD - MEL
2 stops26h 02mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/11$1,599
Thu 13/1100:45MEL - ORD
1 stop29h 10mCathay Pacific
Fri 28/1114:35ORD - MEL
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/11$1,891
Fri 28/1110:35MEL - ORD
2 stops26h 21mAir New Zealand
Mon 1/1215:43ORD - MEL
2 stops24h 42mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/11$1,932
Fri 14/1112:10MEL - ORD
2 stops23h 40mAir New Zealand
Fri 28/1115:55ORD - MEL
2 stops24h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11$2,026
Sat 22/1100:45MEL - ORD
1 stop29h 10mCathay Pacific
Fri 5/1214:35ORD - MEL
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 13/11$2,162
Fri 14/1115:35MEL - ORD
1 stop38h 20mCathay Pacific
Mon 17/1114:35ORD - MEL
1 stop39h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 13/11$2,207
Thu 20/1100:45MEL - ORD
1 stop29h 10mCathay Pacific
Fri 5/1214:35ORD - MEL
1 stop47h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/11$2,223
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 14 November 2025.
Mon 23/308:35MEL - ORD
2 stops30h 19mAir New Zealand
Sun 12/414:40ORD - MEL
2 stops38h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11$1,720
Mon 23/307:00MEL - ORD
2 stops23h 41mAir Canada
Sun 12/420:20ORD - MEL
3 stops48h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 12/11$1,935
Mon 23/310:30MEL - ORD
2 stops25h 28mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/416:40ORD - MEL
1 stop24h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,055
Sat 17/116:05MEL - ORD
1 stop21h 34mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/214:00ORD - MEL
1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,188
Sat 17/116:05MEL - ORD
1 stop24h 39mAmerican Airlines
Fri 20/214:46ORD - MEL
2 stops25h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,208
Fri 13/309:10MEL - MDW
2 stops24h 58mDelta
Fri 27/313:05MDW - MEL
2 stops27h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/11$2,214
Fri 28/1110:35MEL - ORD
2 stops26h 21mAir New Zealand
Mon 1/1215:43ORD - MEL
2 stops24h 42mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/11$1,932
Fri 13/307:00MEL - ORD
3 stops28h 30mAir Canada
Fri 27/314:00ORD - MEL
3 stops30h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 13/11$2,048
Sun 18/110:10MEL - MDW
2 stops24h 24mDelta
Fri 26/609:20MDW - MEL
2 stops31h 20mDelta
Deal found 13/11$2,217
Sat 17/118:50MEL - ORD
2 stops36h 51mAir Canada
Fri 20/215:40ORD - MEL
2 stops30h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 14/11$2,147
Thu 30/406:00MEL - ORD
2 stops23h 43mAir Canada
Sun 3/515:40ORD - MEL
2 stops28h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 13/11$2,182
Wed 11/309:10MEL - MDW
2 stops24h 58mDelta
Sun 15/317:25MDW - MEL
2 stops45h 35mDelta
Deal found 11/11$2,513
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Chicago
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago. Data last updated 14 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Thu 13/1100:45MEL - ORD
1 stop29h 10mCathay Pacific
Fri 28/1114:35ORD - MEL
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/11$1,891
Fri 14/1112:10MEL - ORD
2 stops23h 40mAir New Zealand
Fri 28/1115:55ORD - MEL
2 stops24h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11$2,026
Fri 14/1115:35MEL - ORD
1 stop38h 20mCathay Pacific
Mon 17/1114:35ORD - MEL
1 stop39h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 13/11$2,207
Thu 20/1100:45MEL - ORD
1 stop29h 10mCathay Pacific
Fri 5/1214:35ORD - MEL
1 stop47h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/11$2,223
Sat 22/1100:45MEL - ORD
1 stop29h 10mCathay Pacific
Fri 5/1214:35ORD - MEL
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 13/11$2,162
Sun 23/1110:35MEL - ORD
2 stops25h 55mAir New Zealand
Fri 5/1215:53ORD - MEL
2 stops26h 02mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/11$1,599
Fri 28/1110:35MEL - ORD
2 stops26h 21mAir New Zealand
Mon 1/1215:43ORD - MEL
2 stops24h 42mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/11$1,932
One-way flights from Melbourne to Chicago
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Tue 3/210:35MEL - ORD
2 stops26h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/11$977
Wed 3/1212:10MEL - ORD
2 stops24h 34mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/11$980
Tue 3/223:55MEL - ORD
3 stops31h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$1,050
Wed 3/1212:00MEL - ORD
3 stops43h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,064
Wed 14/123:55MEL - ORD
3 stops54h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,082
Wed 14/123:55MEL - MDW
3 stops52h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,094
Tue 3/212:00MEL - ORD
1 stop21h 49mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/11$1,299
Wed 14/116:05MEL - ORD
1 stop20h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,308
Wed 14/110:10MEL - MDW
2 stops28h 59mDelta
Deal found 11/11$1,317
Mon 2/200:45MEL - ORD
1 stop29h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 13/11$1,317
Wed 19/1106:30MEL - ORD
2 stops47h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/11$1,398
Sat 27/1212:30MEL - MDW
2 stops40h 28mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 12/11$3,055
Cheap 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 14 November 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 14 November 2025.
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Price
MelbourneChicago
MEL - ORD
MELORD
Melbourne
Mon 23/3
08:35-22:54
2 stops30h 19m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 12/4
14:40-20:35
2 stops38h 55m
$1,720
MelbourneChicago
MEL - ORD
MELORD
Melbourne
Fri 28/11
10:35-19:56
2 stops26h 21m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 1/12
15:43-09:25
2 stops24h 42m
$1,932
MelbourneChicago
MEL - ORD
MELORD
Melbourne
Mon 23/3
07:00-14:41
2 stops23h 41m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 12/4
20:20-11:35
3 stops48h 15m
$1,935
MelbourneChicago
MEL - ORD
MELORD
Melbourne
Fri 13/3
07:00-19:30
3 stops28h 30m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 27/3
14:00-12:35
3 stops30h 35m
$2,048
MelbourneChicago
MEL - ORD
MELORD
Melbourne
Mon 23/3
10:30-19:58
2 stops25h 28m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 12/4
16:40-08:15
1 stop24h 35m
$2,055
MelbourneChicago
MEL - ORD
MELORD
Melbourne
Sat 17/1
18:50-14:41
2 stops36h 51m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 20/2
15:40-15:35
2 stops30h 55m
$2,147
MelbourneChicago
MEL - ORD
MELORD
Melbourne
Thu 30/4
06:00-14:43
2 stops23h 43m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 3/5
15:40-11:35
2 stops28h 55m
$2,182
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
$2,188
MelbourneChicago
MEL - ORD
MELORD
Melbourne
Sat 17/1
16:05-23:44
1 stop24h 39m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 20/2
14:46-09:30
2 stops25h 44m
$2,208
MelbourneChicago
MEL - MDW
MELMDW
Melbourne
Fri 13/3
09:10-18:08
2 stops24h 58m
Chicago Midway
Fri 27/3
13:05-08:40
2 stops27h 35m
$2,214
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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago
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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 7 November 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 $926). Flying from Melbourne to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,666). 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 14 November 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
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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 had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
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How long is the flight from Melbourne to Chicago?
A quick flight from Melbourne to Chicago can take about 23h 41m. Air New Zealand provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,935. 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 $1,072. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $1,172, and American Airlines, from $1,179. 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 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 $926). Flying from Melbourne to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,666). 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.
Explore flights to Chicago departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 14 November 2025.
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 14 November 2025.
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