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Cheap flights from Chicago to Melbourne from $916

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — MEL
23 Jan — 30 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Chicago to Melbourne are usually found in March or July, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 18 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,802

One-way from

$916

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,684
14/2-21/2
  • 14/2-21/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 35m total
  • Chicago to Melbourne
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  • American Airlines
  • 15/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 47m total
  • Chicago to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 January 2025.

Fri 14/215:17ORD - MEL
1 stop23h 18mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/212:40MEL - ORD
2 stops28h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$1,802
Thu 20/217:40ORD - MEL
1 stop22h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 9/307:00MEL - ORD
2 stops26h 23mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/1$1,833
Mon 17/217:40ORD - MEL
2 stops46h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 25/216:20MEL - ORD
1 stop19h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/1$1,860
Mon 3/213:10ORD - MEL
2 stops32h 05mAir Canada
Wed 12/208:00MEL - ORD
3 stops28h 37mAir Canada
Deal found 17/1$2,070
Mon 24/312:55ORD - MEL
2 stops40h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 31/321:50MEL - ORD
2 stops52h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/1$2,168
Tue 11/216:55ORD - MEL
2 stops26h 20mFiji Airways
Tue 25/213:35MEL - ORD
2 stops22h 42mFiji Airways
Deal found 17/1$2,209
Tue 25/214:40ORD - MEL
1 stop28h 50mCathay Pacific
Mon 10/300:45MEL - ORD
1 stop29h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/1$2,378
Fri 18/418:45ORD - AVV
2 stops37h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/510:35AVV - ORD
2 stops28h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$2,584
Tue 25/215:40ORD - MEL
1 stop24h 50mAir New Zealand
Tue 11/312:05MEL - ORD
2 stops24h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/1$2,692
Wed 4/616:50ORD - AVV
2 stops36h 25mQantas Airways
Sat 14/620:50AVV - ORD
2 stops35h 38mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/1$3,053

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ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 14/2

15:17-07:35

1 stop23h 18m

Melbourne

Fri 21/2

12:40-23:57

2 stops28h 17m

$1,802

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 20/2

17:40-09:30

1 stop22h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 9/3

07:00-16:23

2 stops26h 23m

$1,833

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 17/2

17:40-09:35

2 stops46h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 25/2

16:20-19:17

1 stop19h 57m

$1,860

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/2

13:10-14:15

2 stops32h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 12/2

08:00-19:37

3 stops28h 37m

$2,070

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 24/3

12:55-20:55

2 stops40h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 31/3

21:50-09:50

2 stops52h 00m

$2,168

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/2

16:55-12:15

2 stops26h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 25/2

13:35-19:17

2 stops22h 42m

$2,209

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/2

14:40-12:30

1 stop28h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 10/3

00:45-14:00

1 stop29h 15m

$2,378

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - AVV

ORDAVV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 18/4

18:45-22:50

2 stops37h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 2/5

10:35-23:59

2 stops28h 24m

$2,584

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/2

15:40-09:30

1 stop24h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 11/3

12:05-20:25

2 stops24h 20m

$2,692

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - AVV

ORDAVV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/6

16:50-20:15

2 stops36h 25m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 14/6

20:50-17:28

2 stops35h 38m

$3,053

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Melbourne

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chicago to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago to Melbourne may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 82 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Chicago to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 18 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Turkish Airlines and Qantas Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very Good
847 reviews
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Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

ANA
8.4
Very Good
847 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
847 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very Good
187 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
847 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
485 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
847 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
826 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
847 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
822 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
847 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Related info for your journey

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Melbourne is Qantas Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,833 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Air Canada, starting at $1,860 and $2,070 round-trip. These flights start at 28% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $916 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qantas Airways and Air Canada, with prices starting from $1,088 and $1,872, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Melbourne?

    The most popular flight routes from Chicago to Melbourne are Chicago O'Hare Intl - Melbourne, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Melbourne Avalon and Chicago Midway - Melbourne.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Melbourne 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 Chicago to Melbourne?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Chicago to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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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