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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Chicago from $907

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 15/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHI
25 Nov — 2 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Chicago are usually found in March or February, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday 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 20 November 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,709

One-way from

$907

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 12/2-4/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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15/1
  • 15/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 35m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
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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 20 November 2024.

Wed 4/1213:45MEL - ORD
3 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/1207:33ORD - MEL
3 stops35h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/11$2,073
Wed 4/1206:45MEL - ORD
2 stops23h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/1209:49ORD - MEL
1 stop30h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/11$2,252
Wed 4/1211:30MEL - ORD
1 stop23h 49mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/1220:00ORD - MEL
1 stop44h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/11$2,490
Wed 4/1207:45MEL - ORD
3 stops28h 47mAir Canada
Sat 7/1220:25ORD - MEL
3 stops50h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 19/11$2,627
Tue 24/1219:30MEL - ORD
2 stops36h 14mVirgin Australia
Tue 7/106:30ORD - MEL
2 stops39h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/11$2,703
Sat 7/1223:30MEL - ORD
2 stops46h 42mChina Southern
Sat 14/1213:16ORD - MEL
2 stops51h 29mChina Southern
Deal found 19/11$3,000
Mon 16/1207:20MEL - ORD
2 stops40h 56mJapan Airlines
Mon 23/1207:35ORD - MEL
2 stops29h 05mJapan Airlines
Deal found 19/11$3,236
Tue 24/1206:45MEL - ORD
3 stops39h 27mAir Tahiti Nui
Tue 7/117:40ORD - MEL
3 stops31h 10mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 19/11$3,494
Thu 19/1209:30MEL - ORD
1 stop38h 00mAir India
Thu 26/1211:00ORD - MEL
1 stop28h 00mAir India
Deal found 19/11$3,976
Mon 16/1200:45MEL - ORD
1 stop29h 15mCathay Pacific
Sun 12/114:40ORD - MEL
1 stop28h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/11$4,084
Tue 3/1203:25MEL - ORD
2 stops52h 30mEmirates
Sat 7/1212:45ORD - MEL
2 stops41h 35mEmirates
Deal found 18/11$4,368

Find flights from Melbourne to Chicago within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Chicago 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 726,782 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 12/2

12:00-17:53

2 stops22h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/3

14:13-07:35

1 stop24h 22m

$1,709

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 20/2

12:00-23:57

2 stops28h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/3

13:20-10:05

2 stops27h 45m

$1,858

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 20/2

08:00-14:39

2 stops23h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/3

11:04-14:35

3 stops34h 31m

$1,891

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 12/2

08:00-19:37

3 stops28h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/3

15:40-13:35

2 stops28h 55m

$1,993

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 14/1

13:00-09:38

2 stops37h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 28/1

09:00-10:00

2 stops32h 00m

$2,011

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 11/2

00:45-13:00

1 stop29h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/3

14:40-12:30

1 stop28h 50m

$2,126

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 19/2

23:30-05:42

3 stops47h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/3

15:17-21:30

2 stops37h 13m

$2,432

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 24/12

19:30-14:44

2 stops36h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/1

06:30-15:15

2 stops39h 45m

$2,703

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 19/2

00:35-18:00

2 stops34h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/3

19:00-08:15

2 stops44h 15m

$2,731

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 11/2

03:25-14:55

2 stops52h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/3

19:45-20:35

2 stops31h 50m

$2,871

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Chicago

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

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 15 November 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Chicago, you should look to book at least 39 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 month to book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago (average of $957). Flying from Melbourne to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,383). 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.

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 20 November 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to Chicago at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 1% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 18 November 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. Monday afternoons 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 20 November 2024.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.0

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
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.0

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
1,460 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.0

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
3,487 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
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Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.0

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
1,333 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.0

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.

Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
876 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.0

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

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 $1,709. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Canada, from $1,993, and United Airlines, from $2,011. American Airlines is 15% 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 Qantas Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $1,087. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Virgin Australia, 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago (average of $957). Flying from Melbourne to Chicago in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,383). 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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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$968Average$1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,137Average$1,998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,387Average$1,764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,402Average$2,523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,470Average$1,841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,522Average$3,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,886Average$2,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$2,009Average$2,554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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