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

Air New Zealand is the most popular carrier 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.

$583 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Chicago in 2026

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 $1,060 to $1,782. The lowest price recently found on this route was $947.

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7:10 am - 4:42 pm

MEL

ORD

26h 32m2 stops

3:35 pm - 3:05 pm

ORD

MEL

30h 30m2 stops

$947Multiple Airlines

Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 18

12:10 pm - 11:28 pm

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ORD

26h 18m2 stops

4:40 pm - 10:55 am

ORD

MEL

27h 15m2 stops

$959Air New Zealand

Sun, May 10 - Fri, May 22

8:00 am - 7:45 pm

MEL

ORD

28h 45m3 stops

3:35 pm - 3:05 pm

ORD

MEL

30h 30m2 stops

$960Multiple Airlines

Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 18

8:10 am - 2:41 pm

MEL

ORD

23h 31m2 stops

3:35 pm - 2:25 pm

ORD

MEL

29h 50m2 stops

$984Multiple Airlines

Wed, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 4

7:10 am - 2:41 pm

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ORD

24h 31m2 stops

3:35 pm - 2:15 pm

ORD

MEL

29h 40m2 stops

$1,000Air Canada

Mon, Feb 16 - Sat, Feb 28

7:00 am - 2:41 pm

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ORD

23h 41m2 stops

3:35 pm - 1:05 pm

ORD

MEL

29h 30m2 stops

$1,002Air Canada

Tue, Mar 17 - Sat, Mar 21

6:30 am - 2:41 pm

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ORD

24h 11m2 stops

3:35 pm - 12:35 pm

ORD

MEL

29h 00m2 stops

$1,004Air Canada

Tue, Mar 17 - Sat, Mar 21

4:05 pm - 10:31 pm

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ORD

23h 26m1 stop

11:45 am - 5:00 am

ORD

MEL

24h 15m1 stop

$1,006Multiple Airlines

Wed, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 4

9:10 am - 10:31 pm

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MDW

29h 21m2 stops

2:05 pm - 8:50 am

MDW

MEL

26h 45m2 stops

$1,125Delta

Fri, Mar 13 - Fri, Mar 27

10:00 am - 6:31 pm

MEL

MDW

23h 31m2 stops

1:00 pm - 7:50 am

MDW

MEL

27h 50m2 stops

$1,386Delta

Wed, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 24

Air New Zealand flights from Melbourne to Chicago

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Melbourne to Chicago flight tickets

Air New Zealand

May 10

MEL12:10 pmMelbourne

26h 18m

2 stops

ORD11:28 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

May 22

ORD4:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 15m

2 stops

MEL10:55 amMelbourne

$959

Air New Zealand

Jun 3

MEL8:35 amMelbourne

27h 52m

2 stops

ORD9:27 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jun 24

ORD4:17 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 28m

2 stops

MEL1:45 pmMelbourne

$1,118

Air New Zealand

Jun 1

MEL8:35 amMelbourne

29h 07m

2 stops

ORD10:42 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jun 22

ORD4:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

27h 15m

2 stops

MEL10:55 amMelbourne

$1,239

Air Canada flights from Melbourne to Chicago

Our best Air Canada deals on Melbourne to Chicago flight tickets

Air Canada

Feb 16

MEL7:10 amMelbourne

24h 31m

2 stops

ORD2:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 28

ORD3:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 40m

2 stops

MEL2:15 pmMelbourne

$1,000

Air Canada

Mar 17

MEL7:00 amMelbourne

23h 41m

2 stops

ORD2:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 21

ORD3:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 30m

2 stops

MEL1:05 pmMelbourne

$1,002

Air Canada

Mar 17

MEL6:30 amMelbourne

24h 11m

2 stops

ORD2:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 21

ORD3:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 00m

2 stops

MEL12:35 pmMelbourne

$1,004

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MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 2/11

7:10 am-4:42 pm

2 stops26h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/18

3:35 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$947

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 5/10

12:10 pm-11:28 pm

2 stops26h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/22

4:40 pm-10:55 am

2 stops27h 15m

$959

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 2/11

8:00 am-7:45 pm

3 stops28h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/18

3:35 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$960

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 2/25

8:10 am-2:41 pm

2 stops23h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

3:35 pm-2:25 pm

2 stops29h 50m

$984

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 2/16

7:10 am-2:41 pm

2 stops24h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/28

3:35 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops29h 40m

$1,000

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 3/17

7:00 am-2:41 pm

2 stops23h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/21

3:35 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops29h 30m

$1,002

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 3/17

6:30 am-2:41 pm

2 stops24h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/21

3:35 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops29h 00m

$1,004

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 2/25

4:05 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop23h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/4

11:45 am-5:00 am

1 stop24h 15m

$1,006

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 3/13

9:10 am-10:31 pm

2 stops29h 21m

Chicago Midway

Fri 3/27

2:05 pm-8:50 am

2 stops26h 45m

$1,125

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 6/3

10:00 am-6:31 pm

2 stops23h 31m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/24

1:00 pm-7:50 am

2 stops27h 50m

$1,386

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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 $1,027. 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 $1,165 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	20h 15m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne to Chicago takes 20h 15m

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 15m 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 7.5 969 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,080	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,144 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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