What airlines fly to Melbourne?

American Airlines, Qantas Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from Chicago according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

ANA, Qantas Airways, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Melbourne

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 6 as of November 2025.

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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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $995 to $1,564. The lowest price recently found on this route was $942.

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6:40 pm - 3:35 pmORD-MEL

27h 55m2 stops

12:00 pm - 11:49 pmMEL-ORD

28h 49m1 stop

$942Qantas Airways

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8:46 pm - 5:15 amORD-MEL

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6:30 pm - 2:57 pmMEL-ORD

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$973Qantas Airways

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3:10 pm - 9:30 amORD-MEL

25h 20m1 stop

6:45 am - 2:45 pmMEL-ORD

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$983Qantas Airways

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7:39 pm - 5:15 pmORD-MEL

28h 36m2 stops

12:00 pm - 5:41 pmMEL-ORD

22h 41m1 stop

$1,042Qantas Airways

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3:11 pm - 9:30 amORD-MEL

25h 19m1 stop

6:30 pm - 2:57 pmMEL-ORD

37h 27m2 stops

$1,063Qantas Airways

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8:15 am - 9:30 amORD-MEL

32h 15m1 stop

6:30 pm - 1:34 pmMEL-ORD

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$1,124Qantas Airways

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9:50 am - 8:00 amMDW-MEL

29h 10m2 stops

10:10 am - 10:09 pmMEL-MDW

28h 59m2 stops

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9:50 am - 8:00 amMDW-MEL

29h 10m2 stops

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28h 59m2 stops

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11:48 am - 8:00 amMDW-MEL

27h 12m2 stops

10:10 am - 5:37 pmMEL-MDW

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$1,810Delta

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6:40 pm - 2:10 pmORD-AVV

26h 30m2 stops

6:00 am - 2:57 pmAVV-ORD

25h 57m2 stops

$1,844Multiple Airlines

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Dec 4

ORD2:21 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 04m

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MEL9:25 amMelbourne

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MEL10:35 amMelbourne

26h 50m

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ORD8:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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Dec 7

ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 25m

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MEL9:25 amMelbourne

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MEL12:10 pmMelbourne

33h 27m

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ORD4:37 amChicago O'Hare Intl

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Mar 11

ORD6:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

22h 10m

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MEL8:30 amMelbourne

Mar 22

MEL12:10 pmMelbourne

25h 24m

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ORD9:34 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,414

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Qantas Airways

Feb 1

ORD6:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 55m

2 stops

MEL3:35 pmMelbourne

Feb 28

MEL12:00 pmMelbourne

28h 49m

1 stop

ORD11:49 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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Qantas Airways

Dec 4

ORD8:46 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

39h 29m

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MEL5:15 amMelbourne

Jan 14

MEL6:30 pmMelbourne

37h 27m

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ORD2:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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Feb 6

ORD3:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

25h 20m

1 stop

MEL9:30 amMelbourne

Feb 14

MEL6:45 amMelbourne

25h 00m

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12:00 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop28h 49m

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ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 12/4

8:46 pm-5:15 am

1 stop39h 29m

Melbourne

mié. 1/14

6:30 pm-2:57 pm

2 stops37h 27m

$973

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ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 2/6

3:10 pm-9:30 am

1 stop25h 20m

Melbourne

sáb. 2/14

6:45 am-2:45 pm

2 stops25h 00m

$983

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ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 2/25

7:39 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops28h 36m

Melbourne

vie. 3/6

12:00 pm-5:41 pm

1 stop22h 41m

$1,042

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ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 12/4

3:11 pm-9:30 am

1 stop25h 19m

Melbourne

mié. 1/14

6:30 pm-2:57 pm

2 stops37h 27m

$1,063

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ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 12/1

8:15 am-9:30 am

1 stop32h 15m

Melbourne

lun. 12/15

6:30 pm-1:34 pm

2 stops36h 04m

$1,124

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MDW - MEL

MDWMEL

Chicago Midway

mié. 12/31

9:50 am-8:00 am

2 stops29h 10m

Melbourne

mié. 1/14

10:10 am-10:09 pm

2 stops28h 59m

$1,465

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vie. 12/26

9:50 am-8:00 am

2 stops29h 10m

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mié. 1/14

10:10 am-10:09 pm

2 stops28h 59m

$1,665

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MDW - MEL

MDWMEL

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mié. 12/24

11:48 am-8:00 am

2 stops27h 12m

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dom. 1/11

10:10 am-5:37 pm

2 stops24h 27m

$1,810

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ORD - AVV

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mar. 1/13

6:40 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops26h 30m

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mar. 1/20

6:00 am-2:57 pm

2 stops25h 57m

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, July 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 $894. The month of August is another great option to travel to Melbourne, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $894.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne from Chicago is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as $1,493. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Thursday is $1,680.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne is in the evening. Flights from Chicago to Melbourne during this time can be as low as $1,523. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $1,694. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $1,184 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 $931 on momondo.

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How far is Chicago to Melbourne by plane?
Chicago and Melbourne are 9669.6 mi apart from one another. 21h 50m 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 6 as of November 2025.
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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Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $772	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 209 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $801	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 933 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $853	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,049 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $872	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,443 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,264	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 526 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,452	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,015 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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