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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago from $816

MEL — CHI
5 Dec — 12 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Chicago

Tue 17/1106:00 -
2 stops27h 05m
Tue 2/215:06 -
2 stops26h 29m
Deal found 2/11$1,415
Sun 15/1121:00 -
2 stops36h 05m
Wed 25/1115:25 -
2 stops25h 40m
Deal found 3/11$1,545
Tue 17/1113:45 -
3 stops27h 36m
Tue 8/1207:25 -
2 stops33h 05m
Deal found 3/11$1,752
Tue 17/1112:10 -
2 stops24h 45m
Tue 8/1214:22 -
2 stops25h 33m
Deal found 3/11$1,788
Sun 15/1108:00 -
2 stops25h 05m
Sun 22/1118:45 -
2 stops24h 55m
Deal found 2/11$1,835
Tue 17/1123:40 -
1 stop31h 50m
Tue 2/218:50 -
1 stop35h 30m
Deal found 5/11$1,906
Fri 27/1109:20 -
1 stop24h 35m
Wed 2/1222:45 -
1 stop39h 45m
Deal found 4/11$1,925
Tue 17/1123:40 -
1 stop31h 50m
Tue 2/218:50 -
1 stop30h 00m
Deal found 3/11$1,960

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago

Round-trip from

$1,413

One-way from

$816

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,625
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 18/1-25/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 34m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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17/11-31/12
  • 17/11-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 27h 36m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($278 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($105 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
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MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 17/11

13:45-00:21

3 stops27h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$816

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

23:40-14:30

1 stop31h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,017

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

18:20-14:30

2 stops37h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,237

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 21/1

08:15-15:59

2 stops24h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 29/5

17:10-10:35

2 stops26h 25m

$1,643

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 18/1

11:00-18:24

2 stops24h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 24/5

08:50-06:45

1 stop30h 55m

$2,033

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 17/11

18:20-14:30

2 stops37h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/2

18:50-23:20

1 stop35h 30m

$2,055

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 25/11

15:30-12:30

1 stop38h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/12

14:10-20:30

2 stops37h 20m

$2,288

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 23/1

10:20-18:55

2 stops25h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/2

14:22-08:55

2 stops25h 33m

$2,289

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 3/12

13:35-22:30

2 stops25h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/12

15:25-12:45

2 stops28h 20m

$2,351

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 18/1

10:10-17:53

1 stop24h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 31/5

14:55-07:50

1 stop25h 55m

$2,452

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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 $1,376). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,352). 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 $1,306 and $2,192 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,413 on Qantas Airways (18 Jan–25 May).

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?

Nadi (NAN) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,196.

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 57m.

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 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

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
262 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
262 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
262 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
682 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
262 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
1,123 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
262 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
7.3
Good
10,462 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
262 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
7.0
Good
12,233 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
262 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in about 24h 44m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 51m. 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 $549, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to Chicago.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air New Zealand and United Airlines. American Airlines is priced at 67% 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 $1,376). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,352). 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$549Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,228Average$1,558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,300Average$2,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,339Average$1,725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,700Average$1,991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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