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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Chicago from $809

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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHI
22 gen — 29 gen1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Chicago are usually found in March or April, booked 39 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 17 gennaio 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,595

One-way from

$940

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,317
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 13/3-25/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 48h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
26/1
  • 26/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 14m total
  • Melbourne to Chicago
High demand for flights, 13% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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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 17 gennaio 2025.

gio 13/308:00MEL - ORD
2 stops23h 55mQantas Airways
mar 25/320:20ORD - MEL
2 stops24h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/1$1,595
mer 12/206:00MEL - ORD
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
mer 19/209:50ORD - MEL
1 stop28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,611
gio 13/307:00MEL - ORD
2 stops23h 39mAir Canada
mar 25/309:50ORD - MEL
3 stops34h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 16/1$1,828
mer 26/211:30MEL - ORD
1 stop22h 37mUnited Airlines
mer 5/316:00ORD - MEL
1 stop25h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/1$1,830
mer 8/1008:35MEL - ORD
2 stops28h 36mAir New Zealand
mar 21/1015:51ORD - MEL
2 stops26h 59mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/1$1,881
gio 20/200:45MEL - ORD
1 stop29h 15mCathay Pacific
lun 24/214:40ORD - MEL
1 stop28h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/1$2,222
mer 12/300:35MEL - ORD
2 stops33h 25mSingapore Airlines
mar 25/318:56ORD - MEL
2 stops45h 19mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/1$2,377
lun 14/418:30MEL - ORD
3 stops39h 55mAir Tahiti Nui
ven 18/419:29ORD - MEL
3 stops29h 21mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 16/1$2,707
mar 11/203:25MEL - ORD
2 stops52h 30mEmirates
mer 19/219:45ORD - MEL
2 stops31h 50mEmirates
Deal found 16/1$3,589

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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 17 gennaio 2025.

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MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

gio 13/3

08:00-15:55

2 stops23h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar 25/3

20:20-12:35

2 stops24h 15m

$1,595

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

mer 12/2

06:00-17:45

2 stops28h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mer 19/2

09:50-07:35

1 stop28h 45m

$1,611

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

mar 10/6

12:05-21:08

2 stops24h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sab 21/6

15:35-17:45

2 stops35h 10m

$1,786

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

gio 13/3

07:00-14:39

2 stops23h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar 25/3

09:50-12:35

3 stops34h 45m

$1,828

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

lun 10/2

11:30-18:55

1 stop24h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mer 12/2

12:55-09:30

1 stop27h 35m

$1,830

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

gio 20/2

00:45-13:00

1 stop29h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun 24/2

14:40-12:30

1 stop28h 50m

$2,222

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

mer 12/3

00:35-18:00

2 stops33h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar 25/3

18:56-08:15

2 stops45h 19m

$2,377

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

lun 14/4

18:30-19:25

3 stops39h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ven 18/4

19:29-15:50

3 stops29h 21m

$2,707

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

dom 9/2

03:25-14:55

2 stops52h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mer 12/2

19:45-20:35

2 stops31h 50m

$3,421

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

lun 28/4

13:45-10:45

3 stops36h 00m

$809

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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

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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 10 January 2025.

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 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 17 gennaio 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 17 gennaio 2025.
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

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.

8.8
Very Good
62 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

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.

8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

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.

8.1
Very Good
1,327 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

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.

7.9
Good
485 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

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.

7.5
Good
826 reviews
8.8
Very Good
62 reviews

Food

7.8

Crew

9.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

8.7

Overall

8.8

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 round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to Chicago round-trip from $1,595. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $1,786, and Air Canada, from $1,828. Qantas Airways is 23% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Melbourne to Chicago

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American AirlinesCheapest$1,192Average$2,078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,470Average$2,565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,488Average$1,762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,541Average$1,929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air CanadaCheapest$2,065Average$2,349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$2,106Average$2,677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,438Average$2,965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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