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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from $876

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 25/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ORD
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
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 (MEL) 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,748

One-way from

$876

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,929
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 5/6-16/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 70h 18m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
25/1
  • 25/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 04m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
High demand for flights, 6% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

Find flight deals from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl

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 19 December 2024.

Tue 24/1213:00MEL - ORD
1 stop25h 14mLufthansa
Wed 8/115:35ORD - MEL
1 stop24h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 18/12$2,496
Tue 24/1213:00MEL - ORD
1 stop23h 59mVirgin Australia
Wed 8/116:02ORD - MEL
2 stops28h 13mVirgin Australia
Deal found 18/12$2,864
Sun 29/1211:30MEL - ORD
1 stop20h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 29/1221:05ORD - MEL
2 stops43h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/12$3,550
Tue 24/1208:00MEL - ORD
3 stops28h 32mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/115:40ORD - MEL
2 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$3,731
Mon 23/1200:45MEL - ORD
1 stop29h 15mCathay Pacific
Wed 8/114:40ORD - MEL
1 stop28h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/12$3,837
Mon 23/1203:25MEL - ORD
2 stops52h 30mEmirates
Wed 8/119:45ORD - MEL
2 stops40h 55mEmirates
Deal found 18/12$4,670
Tue 24/1208:00MEL - ORD
3 stops28h 32mAir Canada
Wed 8/114:05ORD - MEL
3 stops32h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 18/12$4,770
Sat 21/1206:30MEL - ORD
2 stops26h 32mQantas Airways
Fri 31/115:20ORD - MEL
2 stops27h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/12$6,825
Sat 21/1218:50MEL - ORD
3 stops60h 08mAir Tahiti Nui
Fri 31/117:40ORD - MEL
3 stops31h 10mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 18/12$15,189

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 19 December 2024.

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MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 5/6

14:30-17:28

2 stops41h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/6

14:45-10:05

2 stops28h 20m

$1,748

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 10/2

14:40-05:55

3 stops32h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 23/2

11:30-19:40

3 stops39h 10m

$1,842

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 29/1

08:10-14:39

2 stops23h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 23/3

17:01-13:05

3 stops52h 04m

$2,015

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 10/2

13:00-19:33

2 stops23h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 23/2

16:06-10:00

2 stops24h 54m

$2,035

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 28/1

00:45-13:00

1 stop29h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 23/3

15:40-12:30

1 stop28h 50m

$2,176

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 10/2

06:10-17:05

2 stops27h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 23/2

15:40-09:30

1 stop24h 50m

$2,551

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 17/6

15:40-23:39

3 stops46h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 29/7

13:10-17:10

3 stops37h 00m

$2,913

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 9/2

03:25-14:55

2 stops52h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 23/2

19:45-23:20

1 stop34h 35m

$2,932

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 10/2

18:15-08:25

1 stop31h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 23/2

13:10-10:05

2 stops51h 55m

$3,943

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 11/1

23:30-05:05

2 stops46h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 27/1

12:39-21:30

3 stops63h 51m

$12,235

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 13 December 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 31 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 19 December 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport 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 Airport 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 19 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Air Canada and Virgin Australia from Melbourne to Chicago. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
1,442 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.

8.3
Very Good
1,442 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,442 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.

8.1
Very Good
3,410 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,442 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.

8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,442 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.

7.8
Good
356 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,442 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.

7.5
Good
839 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,442 reviews

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Online check in and seat selection was tricky. Also I received some emails from Japan Airlines in Japanese with no English selection which worried me. I still don’t know what they said. The service at check in and onboard was very courteous and polite, and staff was helpful.

Related info for your journey

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip from $1,748. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Canada, from $2,015, and United Airlines, from $2,035. These flights start at 15% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $984 on Qantas Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from $1,340 and Thai Airways from $1,791 one-way.

  • 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.

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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 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl

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