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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago from $741

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHI
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
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 28 January 2026.

Thu 30/412:10
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops27h 35m
Air New Zealand
Tue 5/516:00
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops27h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 27/1$1,485
Thu 29/112:00
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop21h 49m
American Airlines
Wed 11/206:54
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop29h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 25/1$1,487
Wed 11/316:05
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops21h 35m
American Airlines
Wed 18/319:29
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop22h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 25/1$1,493
Thu 29/111:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops22h 34m
United Airlines
Wed 11/215:59
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops24h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/1$1,508
Tue 24/211:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops22h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 3/316:05
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops24h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/1$1,510
Wed 11/309:10
MEL
-
MDW
2 stops25h 30m
Delta
Wed 18/313:10
MDW
-
MEL
2 stops25h 50m
Delta
Deal found 25/1$1,517
Thu 30/413:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops31h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/521:20
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop42h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1$1,530
Thu 12/312:00
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop21h 46m
American Airlines
Thu 19/313:40
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop27h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 25/1$1,566
Thu 12/310:30
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop20h 25m
United Airlines
Thu 19/314:35
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops26h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/1$1,582
Fri 13/312:00
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops25h 13m
American Airlines
Fri 27/321:13
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop39h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/1$1,641
Fri 13/310:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops22h 30m
United Airlines
Fri 27/316:00
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops24h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/1$1,657
Fri 27/310:30
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop20h 25m
United Airlines
Fri 17/414:30
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops26h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/1$1,660

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 28 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,485

One-way from

$741

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,927
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 30/4-5/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 55h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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12/3
  • 12/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 54m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 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 28 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago that are best for you.

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MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

12:10-00:45

2 stops27h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/5

16:00-10:55

2 stops27h 55m

$1,485

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

11:30-16:57

1 stop22h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

16:00-09:30

1 stop24h 30m

$1,510

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

09:10-18:40

2 stops25h 30m

Chicago Midway

Wed 18/3

13:10-07:00

2 stops25h 50m

$1,517

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

13:30-05:50

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/5

21:20-06:45

1 stop42h 25m

$1,530

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 12/3

12:00-17:46

1 stop21h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 19/3

13:40-09:30

1 stop27h 50m

$1,566

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 12/3

10:30-14:55

1 stop20h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 19/3

14:35-09:00

2 stops26h 25m

$1,582

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

12:00-21:13

2 stops25h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/3

21:13-05:00

1 stop39h 47m

$1,641

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

10:30-18:45

2 stops24h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/3

16:08-08:30

2 stops24h 22m

$1,657

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

09:10-18:40

2 stops25h 30m

Chicago Midway

Fri 27/3

10:45-08:50

2 stops30h 05m

$1,667

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 27/3

09:10-17:54

2 stops24h 44m

Chicago Midway

Fri 17/4

14:12-07:50

2 stops26h 38m

$1,940

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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 23 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago is 12 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago (average of $874). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,527). 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 48% 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 $959.

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 28m.

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 Nadi (NAN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 04m.

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 28 January 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
577 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
978 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,212 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,201 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,666 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
577 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

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 Air New Zealand, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in about 22h 27m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 08m. 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?

    Qantas Airways, at $979, 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 41% 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 $874). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,527). 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

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Melbourne to Chicago. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 28 January 2026.
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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 28 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$979Average$1,452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,105Average$1,553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,112Average$1,874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,269Average$1,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,467Average$1,982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,471Average$1,913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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