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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from $808

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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ORD
9 Jan — 16 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in March or January, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). 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 4 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,630

One-way from

$808

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,802
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 13/2-24/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 50h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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9/3
  • 9/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 48m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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High demand for flights, 6% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 January 2025.

Fri 5/914:30MEL - ORD
2 stops41h 37mQantas Airways
Tue 16/918:30ORD - MEL
2 stops24h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/1$1,627
Thu 13/213:45MEL - ORD
3 stops33h 22mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/211:35ORD - MEL
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$1,709
Wed 12/208:00MEL - ORD
3 stops31h 13mAir Canada
Wed 19/215:40ORD - MEL
2 stops31h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 2/1$1,895
Wed 8/1011:55MEL - ORD
1 stop26h 42mUnited Airlines
Tue 21/1015:51ORD - MEL
2 stops25h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/1$2,029
Wed 12/200:45MEL - ORD
1 stop29h 15mCathay Pacific
Mon 24/214:40ORD - MEL
1 stop28h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/1$2,124
Wed 18/609:30MEL - ORD
1 stop22h 35mVirgin Australia
Wed 23/712:45ORD - MEL
1 stop28h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 4/1$2,372
Tue 17/623:35MEL - ORD
2 stops45h 29mSingapore Airlines
Tue 22/713:10ORD - MEL
3 stops48h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/1$2,817
Tue 11/203:25MEL - ORD
2 stops52h 30mEmirates
Wed 19/219:45ORD - MEL
2 stops55h 50mEmirates
Deal found 2/1$3,033

Find flights from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 4 January 2025.

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MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 13/2

08:15-15:50

2 stops24h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 24/2

17:40-12:35

2 stops25h 55m

$1,630

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 13/2

13:45-06:07

3 stops33h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 24/2

11:35-12:45

2 stops32h 10m

$1,709

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 12/2

08:00-22:13

3 stops31h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 19/2

15:40-15:45

2 stops31h 05m

$1,895

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 17/6

10:55-20:22

2 stops24h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 22/7

14:10-08:15

2 stops27h 05m

$2,029

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 12/2

00:45-13:00

1 stop29h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 24/2

14:40-12:30

1 stop28h 50m

$2,124

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 18/6

09:30-17:05

1 stop22h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 23/7

12:45-08:15

1 stop28h 30m

$2,372

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 17/6

23:35-06:04

2 stops45h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 22/7

13:10-04:20

3 stops48h 10m

$2,817

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 11/2

03:25-14:55

2 stops52h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 19/2

19:45-20:35

2 stops55h 50m

$3,033

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 9/3

13:45-20:33

3 stops47h 48m

$808

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 24/2

20:25-12:56

2 stops33h 31m

$917

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on 27 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 31 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 January 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

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

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

Rainfall in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

Temperature in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated 4 January 2025.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

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
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

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
1,440 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,347 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

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.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,330 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

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
807 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.1

Boarding

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

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

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

    Flying on Qantas Airways is currently your cheapest option to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with prices starting at $1,630. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,895 and $2,029, respectively. These flights start at 22% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qantas Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $917. Users have also found prices from $1,194 and $1,300 on Cathay Pacific and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl?

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

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

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