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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago from $649

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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHI
20 Aug — 27 Aug1
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 21 July 2026.

Sat 15/809:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop25h 14m
Qantas Airways
Sat 22/811:49
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop27h 56m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/7$1,313
Mon 10/809:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop25h 15m
Qantas Airways
Sat 29/811:49
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop27h 56m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 17/7$1,316
Wed 5/809:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop22h 06m
Qantas Airways
Sat 22/817:16
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop22h 29m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 20/7$1,324
Thu 23/709:45
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops26h 45m
American Airlines
Wed 5/811:29
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops26h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 19/7$1,337
Thu 23/709:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop28h 15m
Qantas Airways
Wed 5/814:57
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop23h 03m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 19/7$1,339
Sat 15/809:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop22h 03m
Qantas Airways
Fri 11/915:20
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop24h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 18/7$1,344
Fri 24/709:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop23h 27m
American Airlines
Sun 2/817:10
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop22h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 17/7$1,352
Wed 5/809:45
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops23h 16m
American Airlines
Sat 22/815:22
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop24h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/7$1,357
Mon 3/810:55
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 45m
United Airlines
Mon 31/818:20
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop22h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/7$1,369
Sat 15/813:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 30m
American Airlines
Sat 22/817:16
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop22h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 19/7$1,379
Sun 23/811:30
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop23h 30m
American Airlines
Sun 30/819:00
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops24h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/7$1,382
Thu 24/1212:00
MEL
-
MDW
2 stops27h 10m
Delta
Thu 21/113:05
MDW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 45m
Delta
Deal found 16/7$2,570

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 21 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,313

One-way from

$649

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,582
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 15/8-22/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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7/9
  • 7/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 57m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($41 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 5/8

09:45-16:51

1 stop22h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 22/8

17:16-06:45

1 stop22h 29m

$1,336

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 15/8

09:45-16:48

1 stop22h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/9

15:20-06:45

1 stop24h 25m

$1,344

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 3/8

10:55-20:40

2 stops24h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 31/8

18:20-08:15

1 stop22h 55m

$1,369

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 11/8

17:25-05:13

2 stops26h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 18/8

15:20-10:15

2 stops27h 55m

$1,414

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 17/10

18:20-15:40

1 stop37h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 20/11

13:10-17:00

1 stop34h 50m

$2,062

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 16/10

18:20-15:40

1 stop37h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 19/11

13:10-17:00

1 stop34h 50m

$2,062

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

10:55-20:26

1 stop48h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 14/9

17:52-07:30

1 stop22h 38m

$2,092

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 15/10

00:45-13:55

1 stop29h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 21/11

14:35-16:00

2 stops32h 25m

$2,436

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 24/12

11:30-17:04

1 stop22h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 21/1

14:30-10:30

1 stop27h 00m

$2,546

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Thu 24/12

12:00-22:10

2 stops27h 10m

Chicago Midway

Thu 21/1

13:05-09:50

2 stops27h 45m

$2,570

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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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago (average of $1,449). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,822). 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 35% 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 $1,106.

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 51m.

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 29 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 21 July 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
248 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
654 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,066 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,013 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,830 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
248 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Mar 2026

YVR - NAN

Flown with Fiji Airways before they have always been good. The crew are very friendly and attentive. The seats in economy are in the small side but good. Another happy flight with them.

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 Qantas Airways, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in about 22h 06m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 04m. 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 $597, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Chicago.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qantas Airways and United Airlines. 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago (average of $1,449). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,822). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$597Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,036Average$1,631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,254Average$1,980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,343Average$1,557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,700Average$1,990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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