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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Chicago from $741

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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHI
17 Apr — 24 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Chicago are usually found in February or March, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Chicago (CHI). 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 12 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,460

One-way from

$741

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,134
13/5-21/5
  • 13/5-21/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 69h 30m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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1/5
  • 1/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($554 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($103 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 April 2025.

Tue 13/512:55MEL - ORD
2 stops32h 47mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/508:37ORD - MEL
2 stops36h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$1,460
Mon 26/508:35MEL - ORD
2 stops31h 24mAir New Zealand
Mon 20/1015:51ORD - MEL
2 stops26h 59mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/4$1,803
Tue 10/610:55MEL - ORD
1 stop21h 07mUnited Airlines
Wed 18/615:35ORD - MEL
1 stop24h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/4$2,006
Thu 9/1007:10MEL - ORD
2 stops28h 53mAir Canada
Mon 20/1014:00ORD - MEL
3 stops30h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 10/4$2,076
Thu 1/514:25MEL - ORD
1 stop39h 00mCathay Pacific
Thu 8/516:00ORD - MEL
1 stop46h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/4$2,078
Wed 18/607:25MEL - ORD
1 stop23h 35mJapan Airlines
Sun 19/1001:05ORD - MEL
1 stop37h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 10/4$2,235
Mon 26/521:20MEL - ORD
2 stops51h 20mTurkish Airlines
Mon 2/611:25ORD - MEL
2 stops41h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/4$2,293
Thu 1/515:50MEL - ORD
2 stops40h 34mQantas Airways
Thu 15/509:55ORD - MEL
1 stop29h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/4$2,305
Sun 4/515:55MEL - ORD
2 stops64h 55mFinnair
Mon 12/521:30ORD - MEL
2 stops44h 20mFinnair
Deal found 10/4$2,434
Sun 4/510:20MEL - ORD
2 stops33h 54mChina Southern
Mon 12/516:51ORD - MEL
3 stops48h 49mChina Southern
Deal found 10/4$2,928
Thu 17/410:55MEL - ORD
1 stop25h 19mVirgin Australia
Thu 24/421:21ORD - MEL
1 stop43h 09mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/4$2,965
Wed 8/1000:30MEL - ORD
2 stops54h 35mQatar Airways
Mon 20/1018:29ORD - MEL
2 stops37h 41mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/4$3,274

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Chicago that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 13/5

12:55-06:42

2 stops32h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 21/5

08:37-12:20

2 stops36h 43m

$1,460

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 26/5

08:35-00:59

2 stops31h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 20/10

15:51-10:50

2 stops26h 59m

$1,803

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 10/6

10:55-17:02

1 stop21h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/6

15:35-07:30

1 stop24h 55m

$2,006

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 26/5

23:45-14:25

1 stop29h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 20/10

16:00-16:35

2 stops32h 35m

$2,089

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 18/6

07:25-16:00

1 stop23h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 19/10

01:05-06:45

1 stop37h 40m

$2,235

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 26/5

21:20-09:40

2 stops51h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/6

11:25-19:25

2 stops41h 00m

$2,293

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 1/5

15:50-17:24

2 stops40h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 15/5

09:55-06:45

1 stop29h 50m

$2,305

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 26/5

21:40-14:43

2 stops32h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/6

15:35-13:20

2 stops30h 45m

$2,317

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 4/5

15:55-17:50

2 stops64h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/5

21:30-08:50

2 stops44h 20m

$2,434

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 4/5

10:20-05:14

2 stops33h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/5

16:51-08:40

3 stops48h 49m

$2,928

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Chicago

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Chicago, you should look to book at least 12 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Chicago in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Chicago?

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

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

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago 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 when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated 12 April 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Tahiti Nui, Japan Airlines and Singapore Airlines from Melbourne to Chicago have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
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Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
Check prices

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
1,288 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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 New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
463 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,269 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Chicago. 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 to Chicago round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Chicago round-trip from $1,803. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $2,006, and Cathay Pacific, from $2,089. Air New Zealand is 12% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Cathay Pacific, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $1,239. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Finnair, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to Chicago for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago 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$733Average$2,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,237Average$1,748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,501Average$1,647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,655Average$2,054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,660Average$2,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$2,095Average$2,663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,292Average$2,950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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