What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Melbourne?

Delta is the most popular carrier operating from Chicago to Melbourne

What airlines fly to Melbourne?

Qantas Airways, United Airlines and Air New Zealand are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from Chicago according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Melbourne?

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The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Melbourne is 5 as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Melbourne?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Melbourne.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?

The required travel and health documents for your Melbourne trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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10:45 pm - 7:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

39h 45m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

9:20 am - 4:55 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 35m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

$1,169Philippine Airlines

Mon, Feb 22 - Mon, Mar 8

6:59 am - 7:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

31h 31m2 stops Los Angeles Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

9:20 am - 5:00 amMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 40m2 stops Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Los Angeles

$1,220Multiple Airlines

Thu, Mar 11 - Tue, Mar 23

3:00 pm - 8:55 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

24h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

7:10 pm - 8:22 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

42h 12m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

$1,284Air New Zealand

Wed, Feb 17 - Sun, Feb 28

9:21 am - 8:55 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

30h 34m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl

7:10 pm - 8:35 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

42h 25m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

$1,295Air New Zealand

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9

11:00 am - 5:00 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

25h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

10:45 pm - 5:00 amMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 15m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,591American Airlines

Sat, Mar 13 - Sat, Mar 27

11:20 am - 5:00 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

24h 40m2 stops Springfield-Branson Dallas/Fort Worth

10:45 pm - 5:00 amMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 15m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,595American Airlines

Sat, Mar 13 - Sat, Mar 27

2:55 pm - 8:00 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

24h 05m1 stop Los Angeles

10:10 am - 5:21 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 11m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,609Delta

Sat, Jan 23 - Sat, Jan 30

1:35 pm - 8:00 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

25h 25m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Los Angeles

10:10 am - 6:32 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 22m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,614Delta

Sat, Jan 23 - Sat, Jan 30

12:00 pm - 5:00 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

24h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 4:00 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 00m2 stops Brisbane Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,933Qantas Airways

Thu, Dec 24 - Sat, Jan 9

6:45 pm - 12:05 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

24h 20m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:00 pm - 6:15 amMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 15m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$1,942Qantas Airways

Wed, Dec 30 - Sun, Jan 10

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8:23 am - 6:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

31h 07m2 stops Los Angeles Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

9:00 am - 12:30 amMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 30m2 stops Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Los Angeles

$1,540Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Oct 4

6:00 am - 6:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

33h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

9:00 am - 5:00 amMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

36h 00m2 stops Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Los Angeles

$1,540Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Oct 4

6:55 am - 6:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

32h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

9:00 am - 12:30 amMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 30m2 stops Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Los Angeles

$1,640Multiple Airlines

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6:00 am - 6:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

33h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

9:00 am - 5:00 amMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

36h 00m2 stops Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl Los Angeles

$1,640Multiple Airlines

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2:50 pm - 7:50 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

26h 00m1 stop Los Angeles

11:00 am - 5:23 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 23m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,744Delta

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2:50 pm - 7:50 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

26h 00m1 stop Los Angeles

11:00 am - 11:31 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 31m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,745Delta

Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Oct 4

6:59 pm - 7:50 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

21h 51m1 stop Los Angeles

11:00 am - 9:33 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 33m2 stops Los Angeles Minneapolis St Paul

$1,749Delta

Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Oct 4

2:50 pm - 7:50 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

26h 00m1 stop Los Angeles

11:00 am - 7:33 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 33m2 stops Los Angeles Minneapolis St Paul

$1,749Delta

Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Oct 4

10:48 am - 7:50 amMDW Chicago Midway-MEL Melbourne

30h 02m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles

11:00 am - 6:33 pmMEL Melbourne-MDW Chicago Midway

23h 33m2 stops Los Angeles Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,749Delta

Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Oct 4

1:19 pm - 7:50 amMDW Chicago Midway-MEL Melbourne

27h 31m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Los Angeles

11:00 am - 6:33 pmMEL Melbourne-MDW Chicago Midway

23h 33m2 stops Los Angeles Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,749Delta

Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Oct 4

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ORD10:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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1 stop22h 15m

$1,591

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1 stop22h 15m

$1,595

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MEL Melbourne

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1 stop24h 05m

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1 stop24h 11m

$1,609

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2 stops25h 22m

$1,614

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6:00 am-4:00 pm

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$1,933

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MEL Melbourne

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6:45 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops24h 20m

Melbourne

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6:00 pm-6:15 am

2 stops29h 15m

$1,942

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Melbourne?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,602 to $1,696.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,169.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,004. The month of February is another great option to travel to Melbourne, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $1,277.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $1,372 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from Chicago for as low as $1,017 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$533
Fastest flight time	26h 00m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Melbourne from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $533. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Melbourne found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,169.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Melbourne takes 26h 00m

There are no direct flights from Chicago to Melbourne. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to Melbourne.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Melbourne

How far is Chicago to Melbourne by plane?
Chicago and Melbourne are 9669.6 mi apart from one another. 26h 00m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Melbourne are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Melbourne?
The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Melbourne is 5 as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Melbourne?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The required travel and health documents for your Melbourne trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom $329	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,595 reviews	Search Delta flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $911	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,101 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,217	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 669 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,364	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,081 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,374	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,226 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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