Cheap flights from Chicago to Melbourne from $648
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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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 21 February 2025.
Round-trip from | $1,337 |
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One-way from | $648 |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $2,113 |
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to MelbourneExplore 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 21 February 2025.
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 21 February 2025.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
ChicagoMelbourne
ORD - MEL
ORDMEL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 21/3
13:51-05:40
2 stops23h 49m
Melbourne
Wed 2/4
08:00-15:13
2 stops23h 13m
ChicagoMelbourne
ORD - MEL
ORDMEL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 26/2
09:50-07:35
1 stop28h 45m
Melbourne
Mon 10/3
12:00-23:59
1 stop27h 59m
ChicagoMelbourne
ORD - MEL
ORDMEL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 15/3
20:20-07:35
1 stop43h 15m
Melbourne
Mon 31/3
17:30-15:55
2 stops38h 25m
ChicagoMelbourne
ORD - MEL
ORDMEL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 7/4
11:25-18:55
2 stops40h 30m
Melbourne
Mon 14/4
20:50-09:40
2 stops51h 50m
ChicagoMelbourne
ORD - MEL
ORDMEL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 14/4
12:50-07:30
1 stop27h 40m
Melbourne
Mon 28/4
10:55-19:39
1 stop23h 44m
ChicagoMelbourne
ORD - MEL
ORDMEL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 1/3
16:55-12:15
2 stops26h 20m
Melbourne
Fri 7/3
23:55-19:22
2 stops36h 27m
ChicagoMelbourne
ORD - MEL
ORDMEL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 10/3
15:40-12:30
1 stop28h 50m
Melbourne
Mon 31/3
15:25-14:25
1 stop39h 00m
ChicagoMelbourne
ORD - MEL
ORDMEL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 19/5
15:35-11:05
2 stops28h 30m
Melbourne
Mon 2/6
20:30-19:30
3 stops38h 00m
ChicagoMelbourne
ORD - MEL
ORDMEL
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 27/2
18:10-09:30
1 stop22h 20m
Melbourne
Mon 10/3
12:05-20:25
2 stops24h 20m
ChicagoMelbourne
MDW - MEL
MDWMEL
Chicago Midway
Mon 7/4
11:15-11:55
3 stops33h 40m
Melbourne
Mon 14/4
13:45-10:20
3 stops35h 35m
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 14 February 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 21 February 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Air Tahiti Nui, ANA and Fiji 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.
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Entertainment
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Comfort
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Isabelle,Apr 2023
AKL - PPT
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Comfort
Overall
Reviews
Isabelle,Apr 2023
AKL - PPT
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Entertainment
Boarding
Comfort
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Reviews
Isabelle,Apr 2023
AKL - PPT
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Entertainment
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Comfort
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Isabelle,Apr 2023
AKL - PPT
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Entertainment
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Isabelle,Apr 2023
AKL - PPT
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Isabelle,Apr 2023
AKL - PPT
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