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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago from $990

MEL — CHI
28 Sep — 5 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Chicago

Thu 22/1014:20 -
3 stops44h 42m
Wed 28/1007:15 -
3 stops37h 10m
Deal found 25/8$1,513
Sun 11/1014:30 -
3 stops30h 46m
Sat 31/1006:30 -
3 stops37h 50m
Deal found 26/8$1,619
Fri 9/1014:30 -
2 stops32h 04m
Fri 16/1020:01 -
1 stop42h 44m
Deal found 25/8$1,784
Tue 22/906:00 -
3 stops33h 23m
Mon 28/910:26 -
3 stops33h 09m
Deal found 26/8$1,797
Sun 11/1023:45 -
1 stop31h 20m
Sun 18/1019:20 -
1 stop30h 30m
Deal found 27/8$1,843
Mon 21/920:30 -
3 stops42h 53m
Tue 29/906:00 -
3 stops37h 35m
Deal found 27/8$1,858
Mon 12/1007:00 -
3 stops33h 59m
Mon 19/1006:30 -
2 stops34h 00m
Deal found 28/8$1,866
Mon 12/1023:45 -
1 stop31h 20m
Mon 19/1019:20 -
1 stop30h 30m
Deal found 28/8$1,869
Wed 21/1009:45 -
1 stop35h 55m
Sun 25/1017:40 -
2 stops24h 40m
Deal found 25/8$1,871
Thu 8/1009:45 -
2 stops29h 58m
Thu 15/1006:15 -
2 stops32h 30m
Deal found 24/8$1,986
Wed 7/1011:00 -
2 stops27h 33m
Thu 15/1018:44 -
2 stops46h 06m
Deal found 25/8$2,329
Fri 25/910:00 -
2 stops27h 44m
Fri 2/1010:48 -
2 stops30h 02m
Deal found 26/8$2,402

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago

Round-trip from

$1,513

One-way from

$990

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,343
22/10-28/10
  • 22/10-28/10
  • 6 total stops
  • 81h 52m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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  • 30/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($237 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($69 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - MDW Chicago Midway

MELMDW

Melbourne

Thu 8/10

09:45-23:43

2 stops29h 58m

Chicago Midway

Thu 15/10

06:15-06:45

2 stops32h 30m

$1,986

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

23:45-15:05

1 stop31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 25/10

19:50-23:20

1 stop35h 30m

$2,149

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 15/11

19:55-14:30

2 stops35h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/11

15:16-17:50

2 stops33h 34m

$2,213

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 21/9

10:55-21:45

1 stop25h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 29/9

15:35-08:15

1 stop25h 40m

$2,260

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 21/9

10:55-20:33

2 stops24h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 28/9

16:40-08:15

2 stops24h 35m

$2,266

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 2/12

13:45-22:30

2 stops25h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/12

17:15-12:20

2 stops26h 05m

$2,327

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - MDW Chicago Midway

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 7/10

11:00-22:33

2 stops27h 33m

Chicago Midway

Thu 15/10

18:44-08:50

2 stops46h 06m

$2,329

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 7/10

11:00-17:50

1 stop22h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 15/10

19:30-08:50

2 stops45h 20m

$2,329

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 2/12

10:10-17:31

1 stop24h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/12

07:45-08:00

1 stop31h 15m

$2,334
Fastest return journey

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 20/9

10:00-19:33

2 stops24h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 28/9

17:10-07:50

2 stops23h 40m

$2,334

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago

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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 $1,340). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,772). 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 $1,159 and $2,319 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,513 on Multiple Airlines (22 Oct–28 Oct).

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

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?

Auckland (AKL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,077.

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

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?

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

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
256 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.1

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
256 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
256 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.1

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
665 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
256 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.1

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
1,085 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
256 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.1

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
10,135 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
256 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.1

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
12,025 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
256 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.1

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

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

    Airlines like Qatar Airways, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in about 25h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 30m. 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 $581, 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 63% 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 $1,340). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,772). 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 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Chicago

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$581Average$1,556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,222Average$1,780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,304Average$1,589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,308Average$1,517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,656Average$1,939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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