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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago from $959

MEL — CHI
24 Oct — 31 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

Sun 18/1010:30 -
1 stop36h 04m
Tue 3/1106:30 -
3 stops35h 00m
Deal found 20/9$1,656
Wed 4/1111:30 -
2 stops29h 51m
Wed 11/1106:30 -
2 stops34h 00m
Deal found 20/9$1,680
Tue 20/1008:35 -
2 stops29h 02m
Tue 27/1014:22 -
2 stops35h 38m
Deal found 22/9$1,741
Tue 3/1123:40 -
1 stop31h 50m
Tue 10/1118:50 -
1 stop35h 30m
Deal found 19/9$1,757
Wed 11/1117:10 -
1 stop38h 20m
Wed 25/1118:50 -
1 stop35h 30m
Deal found 21/9$1,775
Thu 15/1023:45 -
1 stop31h 20m
Tue 20/1019:20 -
1 stop35h 45m
Deal found 23/9$1,777
Sun 18/1023:45 -
1 stop31h 20m
Tue 3/1118:50 -
1 stop35h 30m
Deal found 20/9$1,802
Sun 15/1123:40 -
1 stop31h 50m
Wed 25/1118:50 -
1 stop35h 30m
Deal found 23/9$1,805
Sat 7/1112:10 -
2 stops27h 52m
Sat 14/1115:00 -
2 stops24h 55m
Deal found 23/9$1,811

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago

Round-trip from

$1,656

One-way from

$959

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,433
18/10-3/11
  • 18/10-3/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 71h 04m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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22/10-31/12
  • 22/10-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 28h 29m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($380 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($94 potential savings vs. average return price).
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MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 20/10

17:10-15:05

1 stop37h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,050

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

17:10-14:30

1 stop38h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,068
Fastest return journey

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

$1,098

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 8/10

23:00-15:05

1 stop32h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,099

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 26/10

23:55-05:40

3 stops45h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,243

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

18:40-15:05

2 stops36h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,253

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 17/11

17:10-14:30

1 stop38h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/2

18:50-17:50

1 stop30h 00m

$1,880

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 11/11

18:50-14:30

2 stops36h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/11

18:50-23:20

1 stop35h 30m

$1,946

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 22/10

12:10-04:45

2 stops32h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 29/10

15:47-18:00

2 stops34h 13m

$1,952

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

15:25-13:55

1 stop38h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 25/10

15:10-23:05

1 stop39h 55m

$1,965

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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 $1,362). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,236). 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 below average for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to Chicago flights typically cost between $1,757 and $2,729 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,656 on Multiple Airlines (18 Oct–3 Nov).

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

Los Angeles (LAX) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 36% 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 $1,165.

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 54m.

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
259 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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
259 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
259 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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
669 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
259 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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
1,103 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
259 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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
10,234 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
259 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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
12,078 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
259 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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, Air New Zealand, and Cathay Pacific fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in about 32h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 55m. 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 $543, 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 68% 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 $1,362). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,236). 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$543Average$1,435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,287Average$2,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,314Average$1,615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,330Average$1,547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,683Average$1,970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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