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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago from $658

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago departing on 10/1. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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American Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 12:13 pmMEL-ORD
41h 28m1 stop
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5:00 pm - 10:35 amORD-MEL
26h 35m2 stops
$1,044American Airlines
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Thu, Aug 28 - Sun, Sep 28
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9:45 am - 6:05 amMEL-ORD
35h 20m1 stop
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3:58 pm - 10:05 amORD-MEL
27h 07m2 stops
$1,045American Airlines
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Thu, Aug 28 - Sun, Sep 28
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:45 am - 1:00 pmMEL-ORD
29h 15m1 stop
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2:40 pm - 12:30 pmORD-MEL
28h 50m1 stop
$1,252Cathay Pacific
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Thu, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 28
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12:45 am - 1:00 pmMEL-ORD
29h 15m1 stop
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2:40 pm - 12:30 pmORD-MEL
28h 50m1 stop
$1,253Cathay Pacific
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Thu, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 28
Air Canada Logo
6:05 am - 3:00 pmMEL-ORD
24h 55m2 stops
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2:00 pm - 12:35 pmORD-MEL
30h 35m3 stops
$1,284Air Canada
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Thu, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 20
Air Canada Logo
7:00 am - 7:29 pmMEL-ORD
28h 29m3 stops
Air Canada Logo
2:00 pm - 1:05 pmORD-MEL
31h 05m3 stops
$1,293Air Canada
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Thu, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 20
Air New Zealand Logo
12:05 pm - 12:15 amMEL-ORD
27h 10m2 stops
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4:50 pm - 10:50 amORD-MEL
27h 00m2 stops
$1,312Air New Zealand
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Wed, Jul 30 - Wed, Aug 6
United Airlines Logo
10:55 am - 9:40 pmMEL-ORD
25h 45m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 8:15 amORD-MEL
24h 35m2 stops
$1,350United Airlines
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Thu, Aug 28 - Sun, Sep 28
Air New Zealand Logo
8:35 am - 12:15 amMEL-ORD
30h 40m2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
3:35 pm - 8:35 pmORD-MEL
38h 00m2 stops
$1,354Air New Zealand
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Thu, Jul 31 - Thu, Aug 7
United Airlines Logo
10:55 am - 8:11 pmMEL-ORD
24h 16m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:40 pm - 8:15 amORD-MEL
26h 35m1 stop
$1,545United Airlines
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Tue, Jul 29 - Tue, Aug 5

American Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago

Our best American Airlines deals on Melbourne Airport to Chicago flight tickets
American Airlines
Aug 28
MEL9:45 amMelbourne
41h 28m
1 stop
ORD12:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Sep 28
ORD5:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
26h 35m
2 stops
MEL10:35 amMelbourne
American Airlines
Aug 28
MEL9:45 amMelbourne
35h 20m
1 stop
ORD6:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Sep 28
ORD3:58 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
27h 07m
2 stops
MEL10:05 amMelbourne
American Airlines
Aug 28
MEL6:00 amMelbourne
33h 12m
2 stops
ORD12:12 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Sep 28
ORD5:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
26h 20m
2 stops
MEL10:20 amMelbourne

Cathay Pacific flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Melbourne Airport to Chicago flight tickets
Cathay Pacific
Nov 13
MEL12:45 amMelbourne
29h 15m
1 stop
ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 28
ORD2:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
28h 50m
1 stop
MEL12:30 pmMelbourne
Cathay Pacific
Nov 13
MEL12:45 amMelbourne
29h 15m
1 stop
ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 28
ORD2:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
28h 50m
1 stop
MEL12:30 pmMelbourne
Cathay Pacific
Oct 9
MEL3:25 pmMelbourne
39h 00m
1 stop
ORD2:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 20
ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
28h 15m
1 stop
MEL12:15 pmMelbourne

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Chicago

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Melbourne Airport, with most prices found around $1,055. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Chicago during August average around $1,083.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $1,137. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Chicago for around $1,790.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the afternoon. Flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago during this time can be as low as $1,134. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the evening when prices are around $1,812.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Melbourne Airport when booking 10 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $1,203 when searching 10 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Melbourne Airport for as low as $953 on momondo.

How have Melbourne Airport to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of June 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 41% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$658

Fastest flight time

20h 12m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Chicago

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $658. The best round-trip flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,044.
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago takes 20h 12m
There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Melbourne Airport - Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Melbourne Airport - Chicago Midway Airport.
There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

  • How far is Melbourne to Chicago by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Melbourne to Chicago is 9672.1 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 20h 12m.

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

    Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

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

    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 Melbourne Airport to Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

    The required travel and health documents for your Chicago 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 Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?


Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago

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Rating
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,012Free CancellationRating
7.5
860 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,080Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,801 reviews
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