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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago from $743

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 26/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHI
31 Aug — 7 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 1 August 2026.

Tue 8/906:00
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops23h 43m
Air Canada
Mon 14/919:48
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops24h 32m
Air Canada
Deal found 29/7$1,316
Tue 25/809:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop21h 09m
Qantas Airways
Fri 18/915:20
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop24h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 29/7$1,360
Thu 30/710:55
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop22h 40m
United Airlines
Wed 12/816:20
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop24h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/7$1,362
Thu 8/1006:00
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 14/1019:45
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/7$1,376
Thu 13/806:00
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops23h 36m
Air Canada
Mon 17/819:48
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops25h 32m
Air Canada
Deal found 28/7$1,394
Tue 28/710:55
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop29h 04m
United Airlines
Mon 3/821:35
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop43h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/7$1,401
Sun 15/1107:10
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 27m
Air Canada
Wed 20/113:10
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops35h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 27/7$1,404
Sun 6/909:30
MEL
-
MDW
2 stops26h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/906:05
MDW
-
MEL
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7$2,211
Mon 2/1112:00
MEL
-
MDW
2 stops23h 00m
Delta
Fri 13/1117:25
MDW
-
MEL
2 stops47h 25m
Delta
Deal found 1/8$2,248
Tue 8/1212:00
MEL
-
MDW
2 stops27h 56m
Delta
Tue 19/113:05
MDW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 45m
Delta
Deal found 29/7$2,454
Thu 10/1212:00
MEL
-
MDW
2 stops23h 04m
Delta
Tue 19/113:00
MDW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 50m
Delta
Deal found 29/7$2,478
Thu 24/1212:00
MEL
-
MDW
2 stops27h 10m
Delta
Thu 21/113:05
MDW
-
MEL
2 stops27h 45m
Delta
Deal found 28/7$2,561

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 1 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,312

One-way from

$743

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,470
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 2/9-15/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 61h 51m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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26/10
  • 26/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 54m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 8/10

06:00-14:43

2 stops24h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 14/10

19:45-18:20

2 stops30h 35m

$1,376

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

06:00-14:43

2 stops23h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 21/9

15:40-16:20

2 stops33h 40m

$1,399

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

06:00-19:48

3 stops28h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 21/9

15:40-11:35

2 stops28h 55m

$1,458

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

09:45-05:59

1 stop35h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

11:15-06:45

2 stops28h 30m

$1,697

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 21/9

06:00-14:43

2 stops23h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 29/9

14:15-11:35

3 stops30h 20m

$1,741

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

12:10-21:32

2 stops24h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/9

15:48-17:45

2 stops34h 57m

$1,743
Fastest return journey

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 21/9

10:55-16:36

1 stop20h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 29/9

15:35-08:15

1 stop25h 40m

$2,155

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Sun 6/9

09:30-20:31

2 stops26h 01m

Chicago Midway

Mon 7/9

06:05-07:30

2 stops34h 25m

$2,211
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 23/10

14:30-10:58

3 stops36h 28m

$851

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Mon 26/10

13:35-10:58

3 stops37h 23m

$885

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago (average of $1,443). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,814). 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 $1,323 and $1,761 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,312 on Air Canada (2 Sept–15 Sept).

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 37% 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 $1,101.

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 53m.

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 1 August 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
249 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

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
249 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

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
657 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

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
1,073 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

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
10,062 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

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
11,849 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

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

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 Canada fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in about 28h 48m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Melbourne Airport to Chicago is about 15546 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $594, 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 62% 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 $1,443). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,814). 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$594Average$1,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,032Average$1,624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,249Average$1,917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,337Average$1,551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,692Average$1,982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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