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Cheap flights from Chicago to Melbourne from $783

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 8/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — MEL
1 Apr — 8 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Melbourne are usually found in March or July, booked 51 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 27 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,678

One-way from

$783

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,758
3/5-10/5
  • 3/5-10/5
  • 5 total stops
  • 74h 33m total
  • Chicago to Melbourne
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8/4
  • 8/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 40m total
  • Chicago to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($679 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($150 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 27 March 2025.

Sat 3/511:53ORD - MEL
2 stops33h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/509:25MEL - ORD
3 stops41h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,678
Wed 22/1015:40ORD - AVV
2 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1106:00AVV - ORD
2 stops27h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$1,871
Mon 23/615:35ORD - MEL
2 stops29h 00mAir Canada
Wed 16/706:00MEL - ORD
2 stops23h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 25/3$1,888
Sat 10/518:45ORD - MEL
2 stops26h 30mFiji Airways
Sat 17/512:55MEL - ORD
2 stops22h 29mFiji Airways
Deal found 25/3$2,018
Wed 13/823:45ORD - MEL
2 stops52h 40mTurkish Airlines
Fri 12/1220:40MEL - ORD
2 stops38h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/3$2,072
Mon 23/617:51ORD - MEL
1 stop21h 54mQantas Airways
Wed 16/715:05MEL - ORD
1 stop20h 57mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/3$2,129
Mon 23/609:59ORD - MEL
1 stop29h 46mAmerican Airlines
Wed 16/711:55MEL - ORD
2 stops24h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/3$2,239
Thu 15/517:38ORD - MEL
1 stop22h 07mBritish Airways
Sun 25/515:05MEL - ORD
1 stop20h 19mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/3$2,294
Sun 10/815:54ORD - MEL
1 stop25h 21mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/1211:30MEL - ORD
1 stop23h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/3$2,297
Thu 3/416:00ORD - MEL
1 stop46h 55mCathay Pacific
Tue 15/414:25MEL - ORD
1 stop39h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 26/3$2,331
Wed 10/909:50ORD - AVV
2 stops43h 15mQantas Airways
Thu 25/920:55AVV - ORD
2 stops33h 52mQantas Airways
Deal found 27/3$3,078
Sun 11/514:45MDW - MEL
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/515:05MEL - MDW
1 stop20h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3$4,311

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Melbourne 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 27 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Melbourne that are best for you.

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Price

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/5

11:53-12:15

2 stops33h 22m

Melbourne

Sat 10/5

09:25-11:36

3 stops41h 11m

$1,678

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 23/6

15:35-11:35

2 stops29h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 16/7

06:00-14:49

2 stops23h 49m

$1,888

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/5

18:45-12:15

2 stops26h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 17/5

12:55-20:24

2 stops22h 29m

$2,018

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - AVV

ORDAVV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 19/8

15:35-20:05

2 stops37h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 24/8

20:40-14:49

2 stops33h 09m

$2,028

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/8

23:45-19:25

2 stops52h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 12/12

20:40-18:25

2 stops38h 45m

$2,072

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 23/6

17:51-06:45

1 stop21h 54m

Melbourne

Wed 16/7

15:05-21:02

1 stop20h 57m

$2,129

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 23/6

09:59-06:45

1 stop29h 46m

Melbourne

Wed 16/7

11:55-20:58

2 stops24h 03m

$2,239

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 15/5

17:38-06:45

1 stop22h 07m

Melbourne

Sun 25/5

15:05-20:24

1 stop20h 19m

$2,294

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/8

15:54-08:15

1 stop25h 21m

Melbourne

Wed 10/12

11:30-17:53

1 stop23h 23m

$2,297

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 14/4

16:00-22:15

1 stop39h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 28/4

07:25-14:25

1 stop46h 00m

$2,331

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Melbourne

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

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 21 March 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 51 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

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

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 27 March 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about ANA, Fiji Airways 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
8.3
Very Good
829 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
ANA
8.3
Very Good
829 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
829 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
182 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
829 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
811 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
829 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
837 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
829 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,750 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
829 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.

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 Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,888 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Fiji Airways and Turkish Airlines, starting at $2,018 and $2,072 round-trip. These flights start at 19% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $1,126 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Fiji Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qantas Airways and Air Canada, with prices starting from $1,259 and $1,284, 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 Midway - Melbourne and Chicago O'Hare Intl - Melbourne Avalon.

  • 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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