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

Air New Zealand, American Airlines, and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Chicago

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne to Chicago refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne to Chicago is 2 as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne 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 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.

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12:00 pm - 5:52 pmMEL-ORD

22h 52m1 stop

10:29 am - 9:30 amORD-MEL

30h 01m2 stops

$819American Airlines

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12:00 pm - 7:43 pmMEL-ORD

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8:35 am - 10:54 pmMEL-ORD

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2:40 pm - 8:35 pmORD-MEL

38h 55m2 stops

$1,127Air New Zealand

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12:10 pm - 8:23 pmMEL-ORD

24h 13m2 stops

2:30 pm - 10:50 amORD-MEL

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$1,222Air New Zealand

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7:00 am - 2:41 pmMEL-ORD

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$1,268Air Canada

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6:30 am - 7:30 pmMEL-ORD

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10:30 am - 7:58 pmMEL-ORD

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24h 35m1 stop

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6:50 pm - 2:41 pmMEL-ORD

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3:40 pm - 1:35 pmORD-MEL

28h 55m2 stops

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6:50 pm - 2:41 pmMEL-ORD

36h 51m2 stops

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31h 35m3 stops

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American Airlines flights from Melbourne to Chicago

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American Airlines

Dec 15

MEL12:00 pmMelbourne

21h 12m

1 stop

ORD4:12 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Dec 28

ORD6:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

41h 08m

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MEL5:00 amMelbourne

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Mar 13

MEL12:00 pmMelbourne

24h 57m

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ORD8:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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ORD4:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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MEL9:30 amMelbourne

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MEL12:00 pmMelbourne

25h 07m

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ORD9:07 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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ORD3:02 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 58m

1 stop

MEL5:00 amMelbourne

$1,433

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Mar 23

MEL7:00 amMelbourne

23h 41m

2 stops

ORD2:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 12

ORD8:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

48h 15m

3 stops

MEL11:35 amMelbourne

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Mar 13

MEL6:30 amMelbourne

29h 00m

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ORD7:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 35m

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MEL12:35 pmMelbourne

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Mar 13

MEL7:00 amMelbourne

28h 30m

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ORD7:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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ORD2:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 35m

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12:00 pm-5:52 pm

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2 stops30h 01m

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Melbourne

vie. 3/13

12:00 pm-7:43 pm

1 stop23h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 3/27

7:13 pm-9:30 am

1 stop22h 17m

$917

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

lun. 3/23

8:35 am-10:54 pm

2 stops30h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 4/12

2:40 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops38h 55m

$1,127

MelbourneChicago

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MELORD

Melbourne

vie. 3/13

12:10 pm-8:23 pm

2 stops24h 13m

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vie. 3/27

2:30 pm-10:50 am

2 stops28h 20m

$1,222

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MELORD

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sáb. 3/7

12:00 pm-3:58 pm

1 stop20h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 3/12

5:51 pm-12:05 am

2 stops38h 14m

$1,239

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MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

lun. 3/23

7:00 am-2:41 pm

2 stops23h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 4/12

8:20 pm-11:35 am

3 stops48h 15m

$1,268

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

vie. 3/13

6:30 am-7:30 pm

3 stops29h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 3/27

2:00 pm-12:35 pm

3 stops30h 35m

$1,341

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MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

lun. 3/23

10:30 am-7:58 pm

2 stops25h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 4/12

4:40 pm-8:15 am

1 stop24h 35m

$1,347

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MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

sáb. 1/17

6:50 pm-2:41 pm

2 stops36h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 2/20

3:40 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops28h 55m

$1,394

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

sáb. 1/17

6:50 pm-2:41 pm

2 stops36h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 2/20

2:00 pm-2:35 pm

3 stops31h 35m

$1,401

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Chicago

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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, with most prices found around $1,043. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne to Chicago during March average around $1,060.

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 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 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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $1,162 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Melbourne for as low as $901 on momondo.

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How far is Melbourne to Chicago by plane?
The straight-line distance from Melbourne to Chicago is 9669.6 mi. Typically, this will take 20h 57m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to Chicago refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Chicago?
The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne to Chicago is 2 as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne 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 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.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to Chicago

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Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,012	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 933 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,080	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,015 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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