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Cheap flights from Chicago to Melbourne from $984

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 6/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — MEL
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Melbourne are usually found in July or August, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 November 2025.

Mon 8/1221:06ORD - MEL
1 stop43h 24mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/313:45MEL - ORD
2 stops42h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,950
Tue 30/1214:50ORD - MEL
2 stops28h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 25/123:55MEL - ORD
2 stops31h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/11$2,042
Mon 22/1219:47ORD - MEL
2 stops28h 28mQantas Airways
Thu 15/123:55MEL - ORD
2 stops32h 02mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/11$2,060
Mon 8/1206:50ORD - MEL
1 stop33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 18/313:45MEL - ORD
2 stops42h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$2,066
Thu 4/1211:45ORD - MEL
2 stops36h 30mQantas Airways
Wed 14/106:45MEL - ORD
2 stops25h 12mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/11$2,139
Mon 1/1216:45ORD - MEL
2 stops29h 50mQantas Airways
Fri 12/1209:20MEL - ORD
2 stops46h 59mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/11$2,172
Sun 30/1110:30ORD - MEL
2 stops44h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1212:00MEL - ORD
1 stop29h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$2,182
Mon 8/1218:35ORD - MEL
2 stops47h 20mAir New Zealand
Wed 18/312:10MEL - ORD
2 stops24h 13mAir New Zealand
Deal found 26/11$2,196
Mon 1/1216:45ORD - MEL
2 stops29h 50mQantas Airways
Mon 15/1218:30MEL - ORD
2 stops38h 32mQantas Airways
Deal found 26/11$2,197
Mon 8/1218:35ORD - MEL
2 stops45h 50mAir New Zealand
Wed 11/312:10MEL - ORD
2 stops25h 26mAir New Zealand
Deal found 24/11$2,206
Sun 30/1116:46ORD - MEL
2 stops29h 49mQantas Airways
Mon 8/1218:30MEL - ORD
2 stops37h 49mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/11$2,219
Mon 8/1210:49MDW - MEL
2 stops28h 11mDelta
Wed 11/309:10MEL - MDW
2 stops25h 30mDelta
Deal found 24/11$2,714

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,621

One-way from

$984

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$2,102
16/1-24/1
  • 16/1-24/1
  • 5 total stops
  • 71h 20m total
  • Chicago to Melbourne
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6/12
  • 6/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 27m total
  • Chicago to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($618 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($106 potential savings vs. average return price).
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ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 13/1

13:15-05:00

1 stop22h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 31/3

09:45-15:55

1 stop22h 10m

$1,737

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 15/1

18:40-09:30

1 stop21h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 26/1

16:05-20:39

1 stop21h 34m

$1,737

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/2

16:30-09:30

1 stop24h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 23/2

12:00-17:41

1 stop22h 41m

$1,737

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 22/2

18:18-10:00

1 stop22h 42m

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

11:30-16:10

1 stop21h 40m

$1,759

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 24/2

18:31-09:30

1 stop21h 59m

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

11:30-18:55

2 stops24h 25m

$1,759

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 24/2

18:17-10:00

1 stop22h 43m

Melbourne

Wed 4/3

11:30-18:55

1 stop24h 25m

$1,759

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 23/2

16:05-10:00

2 stops24h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

11:30-16:10

1 stop21h 40m

$1,759

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 24/2

18:17-10:00

1 stop22h 43m

Melbourne

Mon 9/3

12:00-20:23

2 stops24h 23m

$1,759

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 23/2

18:31-09:30

1 stop21h 59m

Melbourne

Wed 4/3

13:00-18:55

2 stops22h 55m

$1,759

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 22/2

18:18-10:00

1 stop22h 42m

Melbourne

Mon 9/3

12:00-18:54

2 stops22h 54m

$1,762

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chicago to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Melbourne may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 64 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 to Melbourne?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Melbourne (average of $755). Flying from Chicago to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,733). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

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Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways from Chicago to Melbourne. 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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

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
946 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.7

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 Chicago 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 to Melbourne?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Melbourne can take about 22h 42m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,759. Airlines will cover a distance of 15546 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago to Melbourne round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Melbourne is Qantas Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,348 on this airline. This flight start at 31% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Melbourne?

    The most popular flight routes from Chicago to Melbourne are Chicago O'Hare Intl - Melbourne, Chicago Midway - Melbourne and Chicago O'Hare Intl - Melbourne Avalon.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Melbourne?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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 to Melbourne?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Melbourne (average of $755). Flying from Chicago to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,733). 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$1,348Average$1,859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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