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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Chicago from $909

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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHI
7 May — 14 May1
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 7 April 2026.

Thu 21/513:30
MEL
-
ORD
3 stops46h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/506:55
ORD
-
MEL
3 stops38h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,652
Fri 8/509:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop35h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/621:04
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops47h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4$1,928
Fri 8/509:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop35h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/520:46
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops48h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4$2,030
Mon 18/509:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop35h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/521:37
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops42h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4$2,073
Tue 4/812:10
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 34m
Air New Zealand
Tue 25/816:45
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops27h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 4/4$2,103
Fri 8/510:00
MEL
-
MDW
2 stops23h 33m
Delta
Fri 22/512:53
MDW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 57m
Delta
Deal found 3/4$2,119
Fri 8/510:00
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops23h 05m
Delta
Fri 22/511:09
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops29h 41m
Delta
Deal found 3/4$2,119
Wed 20/510:00
MEL
-
MDW
2 stops23h 33m
Delta
Wed 27/513:22
MDW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 28m
Delta
Deal found 5/4$2,122
Fri 8/510:00
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops25h 14m
Delta
Mon 8/607:35
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop33h 15m
Delta
Deal found 6/4$2,122
Fri 22/510:00
MEL
-
MDW
2 stops26h 09m
Delta
Fri 29/512:53
MDW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 57m
Delta
Deal found 7/4$2,126
Fri 8/513:30
MEL
-
MDW
3 stops36h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/606:00
MDW
-
MEL
3 stops39h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$2,405
Fri 24/710:00
MEL
-
MDW
2 stops23h 25m
Delta
Sun 2/819:06
MDW
-
MEL
2 stops45h 44m
Delta
Deal found 3/4$2,514

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 7 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,652

One-way from

$909

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,006
21/5-28/5
  • 21/5-28/5
  • 6 total stops
  • 84h 07m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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21/5
  • 21/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 09m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($38 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 7 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

10:00-18:33

2 stops23h 33m

Chicago Midway

Fri 22/5

12:53-07:50

2 stops27h 57m

$2,119

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

10:00-18:05

2 stops23h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 22/5

11:09-07:50

2 stops29h 41m

$2,119

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 20/5

10:00-18:33

2 stops23h 33m

Chicago Midway

Wed 27/5

13:22-07:50

2 stops27h 28m

$2,122

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

10:00-18:05

2 stops23h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/6

07:35-07:50

1 stop33h 15m

$2,122

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

13:30-20:32

3 stops46h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/6

06:55-12:25

3 stops38h 30m

$2,368

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

13:30-11:04

3 stops36h 34m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/6

06:00-12:25

3 stops39h 25m

$2,405
Fastest return journey

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 4/8

10:55-16:38

1 stop20h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/8

16:20-08:15

1 stop24h 55m

$2,433

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 14/6

09:45-06:19

1 stop35h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 20/6

09:33-20:45

2 stops44h 12m

$2,456

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

09:30-17:04

1 stop22h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

15:57-08:15

1 stop25h 18m

$2,504

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 14/6

10:55-18:35

1 stop22h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 20/6

21:33-08:15

1 stop43h 42m

$2,507

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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 3 April 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 $976). Flying from Melbourne to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,095). 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.

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

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 7 April 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
625 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

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

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

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
1,017 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
625 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

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
9,550 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
625 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
11,552 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
625 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
10,901 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
625 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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 33m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,119. The distance between Melbourne and Chicago is about 15554 km.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Chicago round-trip from $976. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $1,110, and American Airlines, from $1,173. Qantas Airways is 43% 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 $976). Flying from Melbourne to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,095). 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 7 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$976Average$1,464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,110Average$1,575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,173Average$1,882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,257Average$1,452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,473Average$1,990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,477Average$1,925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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