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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago from $842

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 21/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHI
16 Sep — 23 Sep1
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 17 August 2026.

Sat 22/809:45 -
1 stop22h 44m
Sat 29/817:16 -
1 stop22h 29m
Deal found 17/8$1,281
Sat 22/809:45 -
1 stop21h 09m
Sat 29/817:16 -
2 stops25h 14m
Deal found 17/8$1,329
Mon 17/809:45 -
1 stop23h 02m
Sun 30/806:45 -
2 stops33h 00m
Deal found 15/8$1,330
Thu 20/810:55 -
1 stop22h 37m
Thu 27/815:35 -
1 stop25h 40m
Deal found 12/8$1,361
Mon 17/810:55 -
1 stop24h 31m
Sun 30/812:51 -
1 stop28h 24m
Deal found 15/8$1,363
Thu 27/810:55 -
1 stop20h 41m
Fri 4/916:00 -
1 stop25h 15m
Deal found 17/8$1,366
Fri 4/908:35 -
2 stops31h 24m
Mon 14/916:40 -
2 stops27h 15m
Deal found 16/8$1,797
Tue 17/1112:10 -
2 stops26h 39m
Tue 2/215:51 -
2 stops24h 04m
Deal found 14/8$1,834
Thu 10/912:10 -
2 stops27h 49m
Thu 17/914:16 -
2 stops29h 39m
Deal found 13/8$2,010
Wed 26/808:35 -
2 stops31h 24m
Sat 29/816:45 -
2 stops30h 00m
Deal found 12/8$2,011
Wed 7/1012:10 -
2 stops25h 21m
Tue 13/1016:40 -
2 stops33h 05m
Deal found 13/8$2,080
Wed 30/907:25 -
1 stop45h 30m
Wed 7/1016:15 -
1 stop28h 00m
Deal found 16/8$2,084

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 17 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,366

One-way from

$842

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,357
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 27/8-4/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 48h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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21/10
  • 21/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 19m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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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 17 August 2026.
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Price

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Fastest return journey

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 27/8

10:55-16:36

1 stop20h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/9

16:00-08:15

1 stop25h 15m

$1,366

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 17/11

22:45-05:02

1 stop23h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/2

11:00-05:00

1 stop25h 00m

$2,221

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 21/9

10:55-21:59

2 stops26h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 29/9

16:40-08:15

2 stops24h 35m

$2,253

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 7/10

11:55-20:22

2 stops24h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 14/10

18:25-09:15

1 stop22h 50m

$2,263

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 15/11

15:35-12:55

1 stop38h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/11

14:35-12:30

1 stop28h 55m

$2,274

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 15/11

16:15-12:55

2 stops37h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/11

14:35-23:00

1 stop39h 25m

$2,278

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 8/10

15:25-13:55

1 stop38h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 13/10

16:15-23:15

1 stop39h 00m

$2,335

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - MDW Chicago Midway

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 7/10

11:00-22:33

2 stops27h 33m

Chicago Midway

Tue 13/10

17:15-08:50

2 stops47h 35m

$2,427

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - MDW Chicago Midway

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 7/10

11:00-22:33

2 stops27h 33m

Chicago Midway

Wed 14/10

13:27-08:50

2 stops27h 23m

$2,439

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - MDW Chicago Midway

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 30/9

10:00-18:33

2 stops23h 33m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/10

10:59-08:50

2 stops29h 51m

$2,737

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago (average of $1,353). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,778). 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?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to Chicago flights typically cost between $1,333 and $1,654 in August.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,366 on United Airlines (27 Aug–4 Sept).

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 38% 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 $1,088.

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 53m.

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 Sydney (SYD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 43m.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago is 30 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.

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

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
254 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
254 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
662 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
254 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,083 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
254 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,105 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
254 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,954 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
254 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

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 United Airlines and Delta fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in about 20h 41m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 52m. The distance from Melbourne Airport to 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 Airport to Chicago round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $587, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Chicago.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Qantas Airways. American Airlines is priced at 62% 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago (average of $1,353). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,778). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$587Average$1,572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,235Average$1,799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,318Average$1,606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,322Average$1,533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,673Average$1,959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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