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 44% 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.

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The number of operators available for flights from Chicago to Melbourne is 5 as of August 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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6:20 am - 12:05 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

38h 45m3 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles Nadi

1:20 pm - 12:45 amMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 25m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,134Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 19 - Thu, Sep 24

11:15 am - 12:00 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

33h 45m3 stops Orlando Los Angeles Nadi

1:30 pm - 11:51 amMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

37h 21m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,154Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25

9:15 am - 10:55 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

32h 40m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl

12:10 pm - 10:29 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 19m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco

$1,267Air New Zealand

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 11

2:10 pm - 10:55 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

27h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

10:20 am - 6:18 amMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

36h 58m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

$1,279Air New Zealand

Sun, Feb 14 - Sun, Feb 28

1:50 pm - 6:45 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

24h 55m1 stop Los Angeles

9:45 am - 6:38 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 53m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,562Qantas Airways

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21

1:50 pm - 6:45 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

24h 55m1 stop Los Angeles

10:45 pm - 3:59 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

33h 14m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,568Qantas Airways

Sat, Oct 17 - Thu, Oct 29

8:29 am - 6:45 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

30h 16m1 stop Los Angeles

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

22h 15m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,588American Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Thu, Oct 29

1:52 pm - 6:45 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

24h 53m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles

10:45 pm - 12:21 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 36m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,593American Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Thu, Oct 29

9:57 pm - 10:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

43h 33m1 stop San Francisco

12:45 pm - 8:22 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 37m1 stop San Francisco

$1,603United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Fri, Jan 8

3:40 pm - 9:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

24h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles

12:45 pm - 10:45 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 00m1 stop San Francisco

$1,606United Airlines

Thu, Dec 24 - Sat, Jan 9

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7:20 pm - 4:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

30h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

4:10 pm - 3:05 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

37h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,442Qatar Airways

Thu, Aug 27 - Fri, Sep 4

7:20 pm - 4:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

30h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

4:10 pm - 3:05 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

37h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,468Qatar Airways

Thu, Aug 27 - Fri, Sep 4

3:48 pm - 9:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

38h 47m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

12:10 pm - 12:59 amMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 49m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,483Air New Zealand

Thu, Aug 27 - Fri, Sep 4

7:20 pm - 10:05 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

35h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

10:45 pm - 3:05 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,500Qatar Airways

Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 23

2:16 pm - 9:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

40h 19m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl

12:10 pm - 12:59 amMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 49m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,532Air New Zealand

Thu, Aug 27 - Fri, Sep 4

10:40 am - 9:35 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

43h 55m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl

12:10 pm - 11:26 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 16m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,542Air New Zealand

Thu, Aug 27 - Fri, Sep 4

5:16 pm - 6:45 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

22h 29m1 stop Los Angeles

1:35 pm - 9:44 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 09m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Tulsa

$1,630American Airlines

Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 23

7:44 pm - 7:50 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

45h 06m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles

10:00 am - 6:04 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 04m2 stops Los Angeles Salt Lake City

$1,674Delta

Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 23

1:50 pm - 6:45 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

25h 55m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles

9:45 am - 3:54 pmMEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 09m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,730American Airlines

Thu, Aug 27 - Fri, Sep 4

7:25 pm - 7:50 amMDW Chicago Midway-MEL Melbourne

45h 25m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Los Angeles

10:00 am - 6:33 pmMEL Melbourne-MDW Chicago Midway

23h 33m2 stops Los Angeles Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,778Delta

Thu, Aug 27 - Fri, Sep 4

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Feb 3

ORD6:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 00m

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MEL5:50 pmMelbourne

Mar 13

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39h 20m

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$1,299

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Oct 29

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ORD6:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

35h 30m

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39h 20m

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ORD2:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,349

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Oct 17

ORD3:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 25m

2 stops

MEL12:05 pmMelbourne

Oct 30

MEL7:00 amMelbourne

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ORD2:37 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,345

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Oct 17

ORD3:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 25m

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MEL12:05 pmMelbourne

Oct 30

MEL7:00 amMelbourne

29h 13m

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ORD8:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,353

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ORD3:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 40m

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MEL8:30 pmMelbourne

38h 18m

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$1,359

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Sat 9/19

6:20 am-12:05 pm

3 stops38h 45m

Melbourne

Thu 9/24

1:20 pm-12:45 am

3 stops26h 25m

$1,134

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MEL Melbourne

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Melbourne

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1:30 pm-11:51 am

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MEL Melbourne

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$1,267

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MEL Melbourne

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/14

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2 stops27h 45m

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10:20 am-6:18 am

2 stops36h 58m

$1,279

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MEL Melbourne

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/14

1:50 pm-6:45 am

1 stop24h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 10/21

9:45 am-6:38 pm

1 stop24h 53m

$1,562

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MEL Melbourne

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/17

1:50 pm-6:45 am

1 stop24h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 10/29

10:45 pm-3:59 pm

1 stop33h 14m

$1,568

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MEL Melbourne

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/17

8:29 am-6:45 am

1 stop30h 16m

Melbourne

Thu 10/29

10:45 pm-5:00 am

1 stop22h 15m

$1,588

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MEL Melbourne

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/17

1:52 pm-6:45 am

2 stops24h 53m

Melbourne

Thu 10/29

10:45 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop29h 36m

$1,593

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MEL Melbourne

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/7

9:57 pm-10:30 am

1 stop43h 33m

Melbourne

Fri 1/8

12:45 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop24h 37m

$1,603

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MEL Melbourne

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/24

3:40 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 1/9

12:45 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$1,606

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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 $1,296 to $1,512.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,134.

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 January is another great option to travel to Melbourne, with average flight prices from Chicago averaging around $1,331.

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 $1,399 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	$652
Fastest flight time	23h 50m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Melbourne from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $652. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Melbourne found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,134.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Melbourne takes 23h 50m

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. 23h 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 5 as of August 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 8,515 reviews	Search Delta flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $911	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,085 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,264	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 663 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,364	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,982 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,375	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,114 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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