Cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport from $869

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MEL
15 Oct — 22 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Melbourne are usually found in June or September, booked 22 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 15 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,706

One-way from

$869

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,345
30/10-6/11
  • 30/10-6/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 00m total
  • Chicago to Melbourne
2/3
  • 2/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 45m total
  • Chicago to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($577 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($65 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne

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 15 September 2025.

Thu 30/1006:30ORD - MEL
2 stops38h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1114:15MEL - ORD
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,706
Mon 6/1006:30ORD - MEL
2 stops38h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/1014:30MEL - ORD
2 stops25h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,852
Mon 20/1007:25ORD - MEL
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/1108:35MEL - ORD
2 stops31h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,858
Tue 21/1018:16ORD - MEL
2 stops33h 04mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/1007:00MEL - ORD
2 stops33h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$1,881
Mon 27/1007:25ORD - MEL
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1108:35MEL - ORD
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,888
Tue 9/1214:35ORD - MEL
2 stops25h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 13/110:35MEL - ORD
2 stops25h 17mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/9$1,936
Mon 3/1106:35ORD - MEL
3 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/1112:10MEL - ORD
3 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,956
Mon 13/1007:25ORD - MEL
2 stops42h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/1012:10MEL - ORD
2 stops27h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,965
Wed 29/1014:30ORD - MEL
2 stops26h 55mAir New Zealand
Tue 4/1116:50MEL - ORD
2 stops43h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/9$1,971
Mon 1/1211:50ORD - MEL
2 stops40h 10mTurkish Airlines
Fri 12/1222:55MEL - ORD
2 stops36h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 14/9$1,972

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Price

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/12

18:17-09:30

1 stop22h 13m

Melbourne

Mon 12/1

12:00-17:45

1 stop22h 45m

$2,231

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 30/11

09:10-10:00

1 stop31h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 8/1

11:30-23:14

2 stops28h 44m

$2,270

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 28/11

18:25-10:00

1 stop22h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 13/1

13:00-22:59

2 stops26h 59m

$2,270

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 25/12

18:01-08:00

2 stops44h 59m

Melbourne

Wed 14/1

10:10-21:55

2 stops28h 45m

$2,280

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 28/11

15:40-10:00

2 stops25h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 8/1

11:30-23:14

2 stops28h 44m

$2,345

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 30/10

15:40-12:30

1 stop28h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 2/11

00:45-13:00

1 stop29h 15m

$2,366

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 28/11

18:25-10:00

1 stop22h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 11/1

11:30-14:50

1 stop20h 20m

$2,377

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 13/10

16:40-09:15

2 stops24h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 29/10

10:30-16:58

2 stops22h 28m

$2,405

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/10

21:13-09:15

1 stop44h 02m

Melbourne

Mon 3/11

13:00-19:40

1 stop23h 40m

$2,405

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 15/10

18:26-08:30

1 stop22h 04m

Melbourne

Tue 28/10

12:00-21:02

1 stop25h 02m

$2,405

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

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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 12 September 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 22 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 15 September 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.

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Airlines like Qantas Airways, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in about 22h 13m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 22h 46m. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Melbourne Airport are separated by a distance of 15546 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 ($1,318), offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport. Qantas Airways is currently priced 27% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 airline flying from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne

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