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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Chicago from $821

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
2 May — 9 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 2 April 2026.

Sun 24/513:30
MEL
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ORD
2 stops31h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/507:15
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops38h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$1,502
Fri 15/513:30
MEL
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MDW
3 stops36h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/506:00
MDW
-
MEL
3 stops39h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3$1,694
Fri 3/713:30
MEL
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ORD
2 stops31h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/706:55
ORD
-
MEL
3 stops38h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$1,766
Fri 15/513:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops31h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/507:15
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3$1,892
Tue 5/509:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop35h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 15/520:56
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops48h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$1,920
Tue 12/509:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop35h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/520:56
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops48h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$1,971
Thu 3/906:00
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops23h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/915:40
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$1,998
Sun 10/509:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop35h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/520:56
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops48h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$2,007
Thu 3/906:00
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops23h 41m
Air Canada
Tue 8/912:59
ORD
-
MEL
3 stops31h 06m
Air Canada
Deal found 29/3$2,017
Sun 24/520:45
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops33h 00m
Air Canada
Sun 31/514:15
ORD
-
MEL
3 stops30h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 28/3$2,070
Sat 16/509:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop35h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 23/520:46
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops48h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3$2,073
Fri 15/510:00
MEL
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MDW
2 stops26h 09m
Delta
Fri 22/513:22
MDW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 28m
Delta
Deal found 30/3$2,104

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 2 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,502

One-way from

$821

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,032
24/5-31/5
  • 24/5-31/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 39m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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30/4
  • 30/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($113 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($45 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 2 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

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

$2,104

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

10:00-21:09

2 stops26h 09m

Chicago Midway

Fri 22/5

13:22-07:50

2 stops27h 28m

$2,104

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

10:00-17:16

1 stop22h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

19:17-07:50

2 stops45h 33m

$2,104

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

10:00-18:33

2 stops23h 33m

Chicago Midway

Thu 21/5

18:36-07:50

2 stops46h 14m

$2,109

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

10:00-18:05

2 stops23h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 21/5

17:41-07:50

2 stops47h 09m

$2,109

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Sun 24/5

10:00-18:33

2 stops23h 33m

Chicago Midway

Sun 31/5

19:13-07:50

2 stops45h 37m

$2,112

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Sun 14/6

10:00-22:17

2 stops27h 17m

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/7

09:49-07:50

2 stops31h 01m

$2,268
Fastest return journey

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

09:30-17:04

1 stop22h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

18:20-08:15

1 stop22h 55m

$2,486

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 24/5

10:55-18:35

1 stop22h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 31/5

16:30-08:15

1 stop24h 45m

$2,493

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 19/6

10:00-10:08

2 stops39h 08m

Chicago Midway

Thu 9/7

17:10-07:50

2 stops47h 40m

$2,978

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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 13 March 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 $977). Flying from Melbourne to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,091). 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 2 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
623 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

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

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

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
1,016 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

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
9,534 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

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
11,548 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

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
10,884 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

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 25m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,104. 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 $974. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $1,108, and American Airlines, from $1,171. 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago (average of $977). Flying from Melbourne to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,091). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$974Average$1,468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,108Average$1,572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,171Average$1,775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,255Average$1,449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,470Average$1,987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,475Average$1,920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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