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

Air New Zealand and Delta 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 January 2026.

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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6:00 am - 2:41 pm

MEL

ORD

25h 41m2 stops

3:35 pm - 3:15 pm

ORD

MEL

30h 40m2 stops

$958Multiple Airlines

mié., feb. 18 - jue., feb. 26

7:45 am - 7:45 pm

MEL

ORD

29h 00m3 stops

3:35 pm - 2:15 pm

ORD

MEL

29h 40m2 stops

$970Air Canada

mié., feb. 18 - jue., feb. 26

1:45 pm - 7:54 am

MEL

ORD

35h 09m3 stops

8:59 am - 12:25 pm

ORD

MEL

34h 26m3 stops

$996Multiple Airlines

mié., feb. 18 - jue., feb. 26

8:35 am - 11:28 pm

MEL

ORD

29h 53m2 stops

4:40 pm - 10:55 am

ORD

MEL

27h 15m2 stops

$1,011Air New Zealand

mar., may. 19 - mar., may. 26

11:30 am - 6:46 pm

MEL

ORD

24h 16m2 stops

12:45 pm - 10:00 am

ORD

MEL

28h 15m2 stops

$1,022United Airlines

mar., ene. 20 - mar., ene. 27

7:00 am - 2:41 pm

MEL

ORD

23h 41m2 stops

3:35 pm - 1:05 pm

ORD

MEL

29h 30m2 stops

$1,032Air Canada

vie., mar. 13 - vie., mar. 27

12:10 pm - 9:28 pm

MEL

ORD

26h 18m2 stops

2:35 pm - 9:25 am

ORD

MEL

25h 50m2 stops

$1,052Air New Zealand

vie., feb. 20 - vie., feb. 27

4:05 pm - 7:40 pm

MEL

ORD

20h 35m1 stop

1:24 pm - 9:30 am

ORD

MEL

27h 06m1 stop

$1,057American Airlines

mié., feb. 18 - jue., feb. 26

10:10 am - 5:34 pm

MEL

MDW

24h 24m2 stops

6:45 pm - 7:50 am

MDW

MEL

46h 05m2 stops

$1,074Delta

dom., ene. 18 - dom., may. 10

10:10 am - 10:31 pm

MEL

MDW

29h 21m2 stops

6:40 pm - 8:00 am

MDW

MEL

44h 20m2 stops

$1,081Delta

dom., feb. 22 - dom., mar. 1

Delta flights from Melbourne to Chicago

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Delta

Jan 14

MEL10:10 amMelbourne

24h 45m

2 stops

ORD5:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

May 11

ORD11:19 amChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 31m

2 stops

MEL7:50 amMelbourne

$1,024

Delta

Jan 18

MEL10:10 amMelbourne

26h 25m

2 stops

ORD7:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

May 10

ORD7:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

44h 51m

2 stops

MEL7:50 amMelbourne

$1,074

Delta

Feb 22

MEL10:10 amMelbourne

29h 21m

2 stops

MDW10:31 pmChicago Midway

Mar 1

MDW6:40 pmChicago Midway

44h 20m

2 stops

MEL8:00 amMelbourne

$1,081

Air Canada flights from Melbourne to Chicago

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Air Canada

Feb 18

MEL7:45 amMelbourne

29h 00m

3 stops

ORD7:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 26

ORD3:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 40m

2 stops

MEL2:15 pmMelbourne

$970

Air Canada

Mar 13

MEL7:00 amMelbourne

23h 41m

2 stops

ORD2:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 27

ORD3:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 30m

2 stops

MEL1:05 pmMelbourne

$1,032

Air Canada

Mar 13

MEL7:00 amMelbourne

23h 41m

2 stops

ORD2:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 27

ORD3:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 30m

2 stops

MEL1:05 pmMelbourne

$1,039

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MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

mié. 2/18

6:00 am-2:41 pm

2 stops25h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 2/26

3:35 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops30h 40m

$958

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

mié. 2/18

7:45 am-7:45 pm

3 stops29h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 2/26

3:35 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops29h 40m

$970

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

mié. 2/18

1:45 pm-7:54 am

3 stops35h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 2/26

8:59 am-12:25 pm

3 stops34h 26m

$996

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

mar. 5/19

8:35 am-11:28 pm

2 stops29h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 5/26

4:40 pm-10:55 am

2 stops27h 15m

$1,011

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

mar. 1/20

11:30 am-6:46 pm

2 stops24h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 1/27

12:45 pm-10:00 am

2 stops28h 15m

$1,022

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

vie. 3/13

7:00 am-2:41 pm

2 stops23h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 3/27

3:35 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops29h 30m

$1,032

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

vie. 2/20

12:10 pm-9:28 pm

2 stops26h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 2/27

2:35 pm-9:25 am

2 stops25h 50m

$1,052

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

mié. 2/18

4:05 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 2/26

1:24 pm-9:30 am

1 stop27h 06m

$1,057

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

dom. 1/18

10:10 am-5:34 pm

2 stops24h 24m

Chicago Midway

dom. 5/10

6:45 pm-7:50 am

2 stops46h 05m

$1,074

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

dom. 2/22

10:10 am-10:31 pm

2 stops29h 21m

Chicago Midway

dom. 3/1

6:40 pm-8:00 am

2 stops44h 20m

$1,081

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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 $1,027. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in February, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne to Chicago during August average around $1,051.

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 $1,164 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 $868 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	23h 31m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne to Chicago takes 23h 31m

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

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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 23h 31m 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 January 2026.
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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,012	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 968 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,080	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,142 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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