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Cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport from $865

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 20/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MEL
29 Jan — 5 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 December 2025.

Mon 29/1222:10ORD - MEL
2 stops48h 25mAir New Zealand
Mon 5/118:50MEL - ORD
2 stops42h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 27/12$3,121
Sun 28/1215:47ORD - MEL
1 stop24h 43mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/111:30MEL - ORD
2 stops26h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/12$3,152
Mon 29/1208:54ORD - MEL
2 stops31h 31mAir New Zealand
Sun 4/111:30MEL - ORD
1 stop35h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 28/12$3,525
Sun 28/1214:35ORD - MEL
1 stop28h 55mCathay Pacific
Wed 7/115:35MEL - ORD
1 stop38h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/12$3,986
Mon 29/1213:15ORD - MEL
2 stops30h 25mQantas Airways
Sun 4/118:30MEL - ORD
2 stops39h 21mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/12$4,040
Mon 29/1214:00ORD - MEL
3 stops30h 35mAir Canada
Mon 5/118:50MEL - ORD
2 stops36h 51mAir Canada
Deal found 27/12$4,101
Sun 28/1214:35ORD - MEL
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/121:05MEL - ORD
3 stops34h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12$4,180
Mon 29/1216:20ORD - MEL
1 stop24h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/113:00MEL - ORD
1 stop21h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/12$4,271
Sat 27/1210:50ORD - MEL
1 stop29h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/113:00MEL - ORD
1 stop25h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/12$4,346

Find flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 30 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,273

One-way from

$865

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$2,356
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 12/2-19/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 14m total
  • Chicago to Melbourne
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20/2
  • 20/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 30m total
  • Chicago to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($642 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($81 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 21/2

14:08-09:30

1 stop26h 22m

Melbourne

Sat 28/2

16:05-21:33

1 stop22h 28m

$1,692

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/3

16:45-09:30

1 stop24h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

18:20-05:37

2 stops27h 17m

$1,722

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/2

13:15-05:00

1 stop22h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

12:00-17:45

1 stop21h 45m

$1,769

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/2

13:15-05:00

1 stop22h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

12:00-23:46

1 stop27h 46m

$1,769

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/2

11:45-05:00

1 stop24h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 20/3

12:00-16:44

1 stop20h 44m

$1,769

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 28/2

09:28-09:30

1 stop31h 02m

Melbourne

Tue 17/3

12:00-16:44

1 stop20h 44m

$1,769

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/2

14:15-09:30

1 stop26h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 15/2

12:00-16:38

1 stop21h 38m

$1,769

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 28/2

11:45-05:00

1 stop24h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 21/3

12:00-21:35

1 stop25h 35m

$1,769

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 28/2

09:28-09:30

1 stop31h 02m

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

12:00-16:44

1 stop20h 44m

$1,769

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 21/2

11:45-09:30

1 stop28h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

16:05-21:26

1 stop21h 21m

$1,769

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Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 26 December 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 10 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $732). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,432). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 30 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport, such as Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
957 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
957 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
957 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne. 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Airlines like Qantas Airways fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in about 24h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Melbourne Airport are separated by a distance of 15546 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Qantas Airways ($1,308), offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport. Qantas Airways is currently priced 26% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $732). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,432). 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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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,308Average$1,803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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