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

American Airlines, Japan Airlines, and Etihad Airways 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 December 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.

$808 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Chicago in 2025/26

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,092 to $1,893. The lowest price recently found on this route was $993.

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12:00 pm - 9:23 pm

MEL

ORD

26h 23m1 stop

5:05 am - 5:00 am

ORD

MEL

30h 55m1 stop

$993American Airlines

Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Feb 2

12:00 pm - 4:49 pm

MEL

ORD

21h 49m1 stop

11:45 am - 5:00 am

ORD

MEL

24h 15m1 stop

$995American Airlines

Tue, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 25

1:00 pm - 4:57 pm

MEL

ORD

20h 57m1 stop

12:45 pm - 10:00 am

ORD

MEL

28h 15m2 stops

$1,004United Airlines

Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Feb 2

11:30 am - 5:04 pm

MEL

ORD

22h 34m2 stops

4:00 pm - 10:00 am

ORD

MEL

25h 00m2 stops

$1,005United Airlines

Tue, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 25

12:00 pm - 9:26 pm

MEL

ORD

25h 26m2 stops

2:55 pm - 9:30 am

ORD

MEL

26h 35m2 stops

$1,094American Airlines

Fri, Mar 13 - Fri, Mar 27

12:00 pm - 8:00 pm

MEL

ORD

24h 00m2 stops

4:00 pm - 8:30 am

ORD

MEL

24h 30m2 stops

$1,104United Airlines

Fri, Mar 13 - Fri, Mar 27

9:10 am - 6:40 pm

MEL

MDW

25h 30m2 stops

9:35 am - 8:50 am

MDW

MEL

31h 15m2 stops

$1,111Delta

Fri, Mar 13 - Fri, Mar 27

11:30 am - 2:50 pm

MEL

ORD

20h 20m1 stop

2:33 pm - 9:30 am

ORD

MEL

25h 57m1 stop

$1,112United Airlines

Sat, Jan 17 - Fri, Feb 20

9:10 am - 6:40 pm

MEL

MDW

25h 30m3 stops

1:09 pm - 8:50 am

MDW

MEL

27h 41m2 stops

$8,372Delta

Fri, Mar 13 - Fri, Mar 27

9:10 am - 6:40 pm

MEL

MDW

25h 30m3 stops

9:35 am - 8:50 am

MDW

MEL

31h 15m2 stops

$8,376Delta

Fri, Mar 13 - Fri, Mar 27

American Airlines flights from Melbourne to Chicago

Our best American Airlines deals on Melbourne to Chicago flight tickets

American Airlines

Jan 19

MEL12:00 pmMelbourne

26h 23m

1 stop

ORD9:23 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 2

ORD5:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 55m

1 stop

MEL5:00 amMelbourne

$993

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American Airlines

Feb 3

MEL12:00 pmMelbourne

21h 49m

1 stop

ORD4:49 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 25

ORD11:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

24h 15m

1 stop

MEL5:00 amMelbourne

$995

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American Airlines

Mar 13

MEL4:05 pmMelbourne

23h 32m

1 stop

ORD11:37 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 27

ORD11:16 amChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 14m

1 stop

MEL9:30 amMelbourne

$1,094

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United Airlines flights from Melbourne to Chicago

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United Airlines

Jan 19

MEL1:00 pmMelbourne

20h 57m

1 stop

ORD4:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 2

ORD12:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

28h 15m

2 stops

MEL10:00 amMelbourne

$1,004

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United Airlines

Feb 3

MEL11:30 amMelbourne

22h 34m

2 stops

ORD5:04 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 25

ORD4:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

25h 00m

2 stops

MEL10:00 amMelbourne

$1,005

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United Airlines

Mar 13

MEL12:00 pmMelbourne

24h 00m

2 stops

ORD8:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 27

ORD4:08 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

24h 22m

2 stops

MEL8:30 amMelbourne

$1,104

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MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 1/19

12:00 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop26h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/2

5:05 am-5:00 am

1 stop30h 55m

$993

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 2/3

12:00 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop21h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

11:45 am-5:00 am

1 stop24h 15m

$995

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 1/19

1:00 pm-4:57 pm

1 stop20h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/2

12:45 pm-10:00 am

2 stops28h 15m

$1,004

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 2/3

11:30 am-5:04 pm

2 stops22h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

4:00 pm-10:00 am

2 stops25h 00m

$1,005

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 3/13

12:00 pm-9:26 pm

2 stops25h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/27

2:55 pm-9:30 am

2 stops26h 35m

$1,094

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 3/13

12:00 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops24h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/27

4:00 pm-8:30 am

2 stops24h 30m

$1,104

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 3/13

9:10 am-6:40 pm

2 stops25h 30m

Chicago Midway

Fri 3/27

9:35 am-8:50 am

2 stops31h 15m

$1,111

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 1/17

11:30 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/20

2:33 pm-9:30 am

1 stop25h 57m

$1,112

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 3/13

9:10 am-6:40 pm

3 stops25h 30m

Chicago Midway

Fri 3/27

1:09 pm-8:50 am

2 stops27h 41m

$8,372

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 3/13

9:10 am-6:40 pm

3 stops25h 30m

Chicago Midway

Fri 3/27

9:35 am-8:50 am

2 stops31h 15m

$8,376

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne 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, with most prices found around $1,028. 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 $1,042.

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 $1,159 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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Fastest flight time	20h 20m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne to Chicago takes 20h 20m

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 20h 20m 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 December 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 7.5 948 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,080	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,102 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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