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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from $1,082

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 7/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ORD
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in February or March, booked 80 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,483

One-way from

$1,082

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,592
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 7/5-18/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 44m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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7/4
  • 7/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 34m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($386 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($134 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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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 25 March 2025.

Wed 7/511:55MEL - ORD
1 stop32h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 18/513:59ORD - MEL
2 stops24h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,481
Thu 9/1006:40MEL - ORD
2 stops24h 15mAir Canada
Mon 20/1015:40ORD - MEL
2 stops29h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 22/3$1,553
Sun 3/820:45MEL - ORD
2 stops33h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sun 31/819:41ORD - MEL
2 stops24h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,615
Wed 8/1011:55MEL - ORD
1 stop23h 45mQantas Airways
Tue 21/1009:55ORD - MEL
1 stop28h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 23/3$1,712
Wed 7/509:30MEL - ORD
2 stops22h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 14/514:35ORD - MEL
2 stops25h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,723
Thu 8/511:55MEL - ORD
2 stops27h 01mBritish Airways
Thu 15/509:55ORD - MEL
1 stop29h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/3$1,785
Thu 13/1100:45MEL - ORD
1 stop29h 15mCathay Pacific
Fri 28/1114:40ORD - MEL
1 stop28h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 23/3$1,909
Thu 10/410:55MEL - ORD
1 stop25h 19mVirgin Australia
Mon 12/517:55ORD - MEL
1 stop22h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 23/3$2,404
Thu 9/1016:55MEL - ORD
2 stops38h 50mJapan Airlines
Sun 19/1001:05ORD - MEL
1 stop37h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 22/3$2,518
Thu 13/1100:35MEL - ORD
2 stops32h 35mSingapore Airlines
Fri 28/1117:50ORD - MEL
2 stops45h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/3$2,642
Wed 8/1000:30MEL - ORD
2 stops54h 35mQatar Airways
Mon 20/1012:54ORD - MEL
2 stops43h 16mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/3$3,320
Wed 9/718:30MEL - ORD
3 stops41h 38mAir Tahiti Nui
Tue 15/717:52ORD - MEL
3 stops32h 33mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 23/3$3,461

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 7/5

11:55-05:10

1 stop32h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 18/5

13:31-05:00

2 stops24h 29m

$1,483

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 8/5

12:55-05:25

3 stops31h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 15/5

11:45-11:30

3 stops32h 45m

$1,650

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 8/5

11:55-22:32

1 stop25h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 15/5

13:33-06:45

1 stop26h 12m

$1,764

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 8/5

11:55-21:07

2 stops24h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 15/5

12:34-06:45

2 stops27h 11m

$1,780

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 10/4

10:55-21:20

2 stops25h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/5

18:25-08:15

1 stop22h 50m

$2,023

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 10/4

10:55-21:14

1 stop25h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/5

17:55-07:30

1 stop22h 35m

$2,404

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 5/5

20:30-19:30

3 stops38h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 30/7

15:35-11:35

2 stops29h 00m

$2,704

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 8/4

07:25-14:25

1 stop46h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 13/4

16:00-11:15

1 stop28h 15m

$7,284

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 8/4

10:20-17:50

2 stops46h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 13/4

21:30-06:15

2 stops41h 45m

$7,855

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 2/4

16:45-16:53

2 stops40h 08m

$1,226

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to O'Hare Intl from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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 21 March 2025.

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 80 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 25 March 2025.

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 25 March 2025.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,266 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Julia,Feb 2024

JFK - HEL

The bathroom was broken, AC wasn’t working, tv wasn’t working for half the flight
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,266 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,266 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Julia,Feb 2024

JFK - HEL

The bathroom was broken, AC wasn’t working, tv wasn’t working for half the flight
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,266 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Julia,Feb 2024

JFK - HEL

The bathroom was broken, AC wasn’t working, tv wasn’t working for half the flight
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
833 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,266 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Julia,Feb 2024

JFK - HEL

The bathroom was broken, AC wasn’t working, tv wasn’t working for half the flight
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
395 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,266 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Julia,Feb 2024

JFK - HEL

The bathroom was broken, AC wasn’t working, tv wasn’t working for half the flight
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,266 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Julia,Feb 2024

JFK - HEL

The bathroom was broken, AC wasn’t working, tv wasn’t working for half the flight

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to O'Hare Intl. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 $1,483. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from $1,764, and British Airways, from $1,780. These flights start at 23% 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 $1,316 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from $1,416 and Virgin Australia from $2,007 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.

  • 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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American AirlinesCheapest$729Average$2,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,485Average$1,624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,650Average$2,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,668Average$2,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$2,082Average$2,476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,278Average$2,931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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