How long is the flight from Melbourne to Chicago?

A quick flight from Melbourne to Chicago can take about 23h 25m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,484. The distance between Melbourne and Chicago is about 15554 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back. Find deals

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

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Chicago round-trip from $940. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $1,070, and American Airlines, from $1,131. Qantas Airways is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination. Find deals

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.

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).

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

The most popular airlines flying from Melbourne to Chicago are United Airlines, Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne to Chicago as you normally would.

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.

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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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Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Chicago?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Melbourne to Chicago flights typically cost between $1,921 and $1,057 in October. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was $1,903 on Qatar Airways (21 Oct-5 Nov). Find deals

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Wed 15/713:25

MEL

ORD

3 stops31h 03m

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Wed 29/707:15

ORD

MEL

3 stops48h 20m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 23/4$1,782

Wed 21/1023:45

MEL

ORD

2 stops36h 00m

Qatar Airways

Thu 5/1118:50

ORD

MEL

1 stop35h 30m

Qatar Airways

Deal found 27/4$1,903

Wed 21/1016:30

MEL

ORD

2 stops40h 31m

Multiple Airlines

Thu 5/1115:09

ORD

MEL

2 stops48h 06m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 27/4$1,959

Mon 1/609:45

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ORD

2 stops28h 16m

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Mon 22/620:34

ORD

MEL

1 stop43h 11m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 24/4$1,980

Mon 1/609:45

MEL

ORD

1 stop21h 07m

Qantas Airways

Mon 22/615:20

ORD

MEL

1 stop24h 25m

Qantas Airways

Deal found 24/4$2,022

Wed 2/922:45

MEL

ORD

1 stop31h 20m

Qatar Airways

Wed 9/916:45

ORD

MEL

2 stops33h 05m

Qatar Airways

Deal found 27/4$2,027

Mon 27/709:45

MEL

ORD

1 stop35h 32m

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Mon 10/807:15

ORD

MEL

2 stops32h 30m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 24/4$2,061

Wed 10/609:30

MEL

ORD

2 stops35h 02m

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Wed 17/607:12

ORD

MEL

2 stops33h 18m

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Deal found 26/4$2,068

Mon 27/709:45

MEL

ORD

1 stop35h 32m

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Sun 9/807:15

ORD

MEL

2 stops32h 30m

Multiple Airlines

Deal found 24/4$2,074

Wed 2/912:10

MEL

ORD

2 stops26h 00m

Air New Zealand

Wed 9/914:13

ORD

MEL

2 stops29h 42m

Air New Zealand

Deal found 27/4$2,077

Mon 8/609:45

MEL

ORD

1 stop21h 04m

Qantas Airways

Mon 15/605:00

ORD

MEL

1 stop33h 00m

Qantas Airways

Deal found 24/4$2,095

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MEL

ORD

1 stop21h 59m

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ORD

MEL

1 stop41h 18m

Qantas Airways

Deal found 26/4$2,097

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ORD

2 stops25h 45m

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ORD

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1 stop22h 20m

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Deal found 24/4$2,102

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ORD

1 stop39h 20m

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Deal found 27/4$2,416

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MDW

2 stops23h 25m

Delta

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MDW

MEL

2 stops27h 45m

Delta

Deal found 24/4$2,484

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ORD

1 stop20h 43m

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1 stop30h 35m

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Deal found 27/4$2,104

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MDW

2 stops26h 09m

Delta

Fri 19/613:49

MDW

MEL

2 stops27h 01m

Delta

Deal found 24/4$2,498

Wed 2/910:55

MEL

ORD

1 stop22h 37m

United Airlines

Wed 9/918:20

ORD

MEL

1 stop22h 55m

United Airlines

Deal found 27/4$2,424

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MDW

2 stops23h 25m

Delta

Sun 2/819:06

MDW

MEL

2 stops45h 44m

Delta

Deal found 25/4$2,506

Wed 15/710:55

MEL

ORD

1 stop24h 39m

United Airlines

Wed 29/718:10

ORD

MEL

1 stop22h 20m

United Airlines

Deal found 23/4$2,428

Fri 24/710:00

MEL

ORD

2 stops23h 57m

Delta

Sun 2/819:40

ORD

MEL

2 stops45h 10m

Delta

Deal found 25/4$2,506

Fri 12/610:00

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MDW

2 stops23h 31m

Delta

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MDW

MEL

2 stops28h 05m

Delta

Deal found 28/4$2,509

Fri 24/710:55

MEL

ORD

1 stop27h 04m

United Airlines

Sun 2/815:57

ORD

MEL

1 stop25h 18m

United Airlines

Deal found 26/4$2,511

Sun 21/609:30

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ORD

1 stop35h 16m

United Airlines

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ORD

MEL

1 stop43h 40m

United Airlines

Deal found 28/4$2,511

Wed 15/710:00

MEL

MDW

2 stops23h 25m

Delta

Thu 17/918:45

MDW

MEL

2 stops46h 05m

Delta

Deal found 26/4$2,559

Thu 8/1011:55

MEL

ORD

1 stop20h 46m

United Airlines

Wed 14/1021:39

ORD

MEL

1 stop43h 36m

United Airlines

Deal found 25/4$2,552

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MEL

MDW

2 stops23h 25m

Delta

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MDW

MEL

2 stops31h 31m

Delta

Deal found 27/4$2,576

Fri 19/610:00

MEL

MDW

2 stops23h 31m

Delta

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MDW

MEL

2 stops45h 34m

Delta

Deal found 26/4$2,584

Wed 7/1011:00

MEL

MDW

2 stops23h 37m

Delta

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MDW

MEL

2 stops27h 45m

Delta

Deal found 26/4$2,884

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MEL

MDW

2 stops23h 31m

Delta

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MDW

MEL

2 stops27h 32m

Delta

Deal found 28/4$2,949

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Round-trip from	$1,782
One-way from	$890
Popular in	April
Cheapest in	August
Average price	$1,934

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MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 5/6

10:55-21:40

2 stops25h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 19/6

18:10-07:30

1 stop22h 20m

$2,102

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MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

10:55-16:38

1 stop20h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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10:40-08:15

1 stop30h 35m

$2,104

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MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 6/7

07:25-07:45

1 stop39h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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21:05-05:45

2 stops41h 40m

$2,416

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MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

10:55-18:32

1 stop22h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

18:20-08:15

1 stop22h 55m

$2,424

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 15/7

10:55-20:34

1 stop24h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 29/7

18:10-07:30

1 stop22h 20m

$2,428

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 22/7

10:00-18:25

2 stops23h 25m

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/8

13:05-07:50

2 stops27h 45m

$2,484

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 5/6

10:00-21:09

2 stops26h 09m

Chicago Midway

Fri 19/6

13:49-07:50

2 stops27h 01m

$2,498

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

10:00-18:25

2 stops23h 25m

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/8

19:06-07:50

2 stops45h 44m

$2,506

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

10:00-18:57

2 stops23h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

19:40-07:50

2 stops45h 10m

$2,506

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 12/6

10:00-18:31

2 stops23h 31m

Chicago Midway

Fri 19/6

12:45-07:50

2 stops28h 05m

$2,509

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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 62 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago (average of $171). Flying from Melbourne to Chicago in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,275). 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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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

638 reviews

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

638 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

638 reviews

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

1,028 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

638 reviews

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1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,680 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

638 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

American Airlines

7.1

Good

11,680 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

638 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Air Canada

7.1

Good

10,979 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

638 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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How long is the flight from Melbourne to Chicago?
A quick flight from Melbourne to Chicago can take about 23h 25m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,484. 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 $940. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $1,070, and American Airlines, from $1,131. 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago (average of $171). Flying from Melbourne to Chicago in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,275). 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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Qantas Airways	Cheapest$940	Average$1,399	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$1,070	Average$1,519	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights
American Airlines	Cheapest$1,131	Average$1,814	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	Cheapest$1,212	Average$1,400	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,316	Average$1,854	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	Cheapest$1,420	Average$1,918	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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