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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Chicago from $997

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHI
15 Jul — 22 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Chicago are usually found in February or August, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 10 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,517

One-way from

$1,036

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,740
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 10/8-14/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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20/7
  • 20/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($443 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($97 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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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 10 July 2025.

Sun 10/815:05MEL - ORD
1 stop22h 30mAmerican Airlines
Thu 14/807:00ORD - MEL
1 stop32h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/7$1,517
Thu 14/812:05MEL - ORD
2 stops27h 10mAir New Zealand
Tue 19/816:30ORD - MEL
2 stops27h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/7$1,639
Fri 1/809:45MEL - ORD
1 stop22h 12mMultiple Airlines
Thu 14/807:05ORD - MEL
1 stop32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7$1,996
Thu 28/810:55MEL - ORD
2 stops25h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 28/919:40ORD - MEL
1 stop21h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/7$2,073
Wed 13/806:00MEL - ORD
2 stops23h 54mAir Canada
Wed 20/813:05ORD - MEL
3 stops31h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 9/7$2,135
Thu 13/1100:45MEL - ORD
1 stop29h 15mCathay Pacific
Fri 28/1114:40ORD - MEL
1 stop28h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 8/7$2,137
Fri 22/815:05MEL - MDW
1 stop21h 43mMultiple Airlines
Fri 29/815:25MDW - MEL
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$3,986

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Chicago that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 10/8

15:05-22:35

1 stop22h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 14/8

07:00-06:45

1 stop32h 45m

$1,517

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 14/8

12:05-00:15

2 stops27h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 19/8

16:30-10:50

2 stops27h 20m

$1,639

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 1/8

09:45-16:57

1 stop22h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 14/8

07:05-06:45

1 stop32h 40m

$1,996

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 28/8

10:55-21:32

2 stops25h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 28/9

19:40-08:15

1 stop21h 35m

$2,073

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 13/8

06:00-14:54

2 stops23h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 20/8

13:05-11:05

3 stops31h 00m

$2,135

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 13/11

00:45-13:00

1 stop29h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 28/11

14:40-12:30

1 stop28h 50m

$2,137

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 22/8

15:05-21:48

1 stop21h 43m

Chicago Midway

Fri 29/8

15:25-05:00

1 stop22h 35m

$3,986

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 15/11

07:25-23:31

3 stops33h 06m

$997

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 9/10

18:10-08:45

1 stop30h 35m

$1,024

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 23/8

09:45-18:17

2 stops23h 32m

$1,068

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne 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 27 June 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Chicago, you should look to book at least 12 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 July 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Chicago in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Chicago flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Chicago?

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 10 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, Japan Airlines, andAir New Zealand from Melbourne to Chicago. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
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Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,511 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
494 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
929 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
873 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
64 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.7

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Crew

9.0

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

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.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Chicago round-trip from $1,517. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $1,639, and United Airlines, from $2,073. American Airlines is 22% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $1,068. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Tahiti Nui and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to Chicago for a low price.

  • 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.

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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,150Average$1,557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,175Average$1,643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,183Average$1,909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,560Average$2,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,573Average$2,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,582Average$1,976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,192Average$2,819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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