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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago from $828

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
1 May — 8 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago

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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 1 April 2026.

Sun 24/513:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops31h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/507:15
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops38h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3$1,515
Fri 15/513:30
MEL
-
MDW
3 stops36h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 22/506:00
MDW
-
MEL
3 stops39h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3$1,708
Fri 3/713:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops31h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/706:55
ORD
-
MEL
3 stops38h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$1,781
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$1,908
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$1,937
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$1,988
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$2,015
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$2,024
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$2,034
Mon 11/509:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop35h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/520:56
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops48h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3$2,037
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$2,088
Fri 15/510:00
MEL
-
MDW
2 stops26h 09m
Delta
Fri 22/513:22
MDW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 28m
Delta
Deal found 30/3$2,122

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 1 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,515

One-way from

$828

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April

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Average price

$2,049
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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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($44 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

21:35-18:15

2 stops35h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 18/5

20:10-19:40

2 stops32h 30m

$2,110

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

$2,122
Fastest return journey

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

$2,122

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

$2,122

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

$2,127

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

$2,127

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

$2,130

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 25/9

10:00-23:45

1 stop28h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/10

19:35-07:50

2 stops45h 15m

$2,142

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 3/7

10:00-18:31

2 stops23h 31m

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/7

19:06-07:50

2 stops45h 44m

$3,166

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

13:35-14:12

1 stop39h 37m

Chicago Midway

Mon 18/5

15:07-05:00

1 stop22h 53m

$3,735

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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 Airport to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago is 78 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago (average of $985). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,108). 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 Airport to Chicago?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Los Angeles (LAX) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 45% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Chicago on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Auckland (AKL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $969.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Nadi (NAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 16h 29m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dallas (DFW) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 55m.

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 1 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago, such as Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
9,530 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
11,545 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
10,872 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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 Airport to Chicago?

    Airlines like Turkish Airlines and Delta fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in about 23h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 15m. The distance from Melbourne Airport to 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 Airport to Chicago round-trip?

    Qantas Airways, at $982, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Chicago.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air New Zealand and American Airlines. Qantas Airways is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 Airport to Chicago?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago (average of $985). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,108). 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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Fly from Melbourne to Chicago on these airlines

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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 1 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$982Average$1,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,117Average$1,586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,181Average$1,790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,266Average$1,462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,483Average$2,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,487Average$1,936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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