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$159 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to Melbourne - Compare and Save

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Chicago to Melbourne departing on 7/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Chicago to Melbourne, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Chicago to Melbourne, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$317
Delta
Tue 9/15Tue 9/29
MDW - MLB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$159
Delta
Wed 7/22
MDW - MLB • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $317 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.8 score
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Cheapest • Avg $473 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Melbourne (CHI-MLB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Melbourne that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Melbourne

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 29
Delta Logo
6:05 am - 1:51 pm
MDW
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MLB
6h 46m
1 stop
Delta Logo
11:09 am - 4:16 pm
MLB
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MDW
6h 07m
1 stop
$317Delta
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 29
American Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 12:28 pm
ORD
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MLB
4h 43m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:25 am - 2:20 pm
MLB
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ORD
7h 55m
1 stop
$317American Airlines
Tue, Aug 4 - Wed, Aug 19
Delta Logo
5:10 pm - 11:14 pm
MDW
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MLB
5h 04m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:55 pm - 10:36 pm
MLB
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MDW
4h 41m
1 stop
$337Delta
Wed, Jul 15 - Wed, Jul 22
American Airlines Logo
6:47 pm - 12:17 am
ORD
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MLB
4h 30m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:02 am - 12:19 pm
MLB
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ORD
7h 17m
1 stop
$337American Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
Delta Logo
6:05 am - 1:51 pm
MDW
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MLB
6h 46m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:45 pm - 10:25 pm
MLB
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MDW
4h 40m
1 stop
$347Delta
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
Delta Logo
9:51 am - 5:54 pm
ORD
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MLB
7h 03m
1 stop
Delta Logo
2:36 pm - 8:55 pm
MLB
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ORD
7h 19m
1 stop
$347Delta
Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 20
American Airlines Logo
5:20 am - 12:28 pm
ORD
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MLB
6h 08m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:46 pm - 10:31 pm
MLB
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ORD
5h 45m
1 stop
$378American Airlines
Fri, Jul 17 - Tue, Jul 28
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 2:04 pm
MDW
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MLB
7h 04m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:05 am
MLB
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MDW
5h 05m
1 stop
$388Delta
Wed, Jul 15 - Mon, Jul 20
American Airlines Logo
6:47 pm - 12:17 am
ORD
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MLB
4h 30m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:41 pm - 12:01 am
MLB
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ORD
7h 20m
1 stop
$388American Airlines
Sat, Aug 1 - Sat, Aug 8
American Airlines Logo
5:07 am - 11:10 am
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MLB
5h 03m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 10:51 am
MLB
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ORD
5h 26m
1 stop
$390American Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Melbourne flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Melbourne to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Melbourne?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Melbourne, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Melbourne is August, where tickets cost $276 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $624 and $596 respectively.

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Cheapest flight$159
Flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Melbourne

When to book flights from Chicago to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Chicago to Melbourne

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Melbourne?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Melbourne was $159 for a one-way ticket and $317 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Melbourne?

    A passport is not required to fly from Chicago to Melbourne.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Melbourne?

    Chicago has 2 major airports: Chicago Midway and Chicago O'Hare Intl. Melbourne is the only airport in Melbourne. You’ll usually find the cheapest deals if you fly from Chicago O'Hare Airport.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Melbourne?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Melbourne?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Chicago and Melbourne.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Melbourne, Delta or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Melbourne are Delta and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $521 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $446 and an overall rating of 7.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Melbourne?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Melbourne.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Melbourne?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Melbourne?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Melbourne?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Melbourne from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from Chicago to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Melbourne. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to Melbourne? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
DeltaOverall score based on 8423 reviews
8.5Crew
8.1Boarding
7.8Comfort
7.2Food
7.8Entertainment
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Third flight in two months where the crew was not there. Comfort seating does not guarantee overhead bin space. Passengers with children are allowed on the plane first - if you are flying to and from Orlando, this means half the plane has boarded before you get on. And somehow all the bin space is taken up. 3 out of 5 flights have had issues with equipment or procedure. Some of these instances caused the flight to be delayed because of a "nuisance" light. One time it was a bag that had been brought on board but did not belong to anyone so we had to return to the gate. Last night we were told the "AC" on the plane doesn't work well and we're 10th for take off- because the crew was late - and that it will get cool when we're in the air. Not sure if this is usual, but I didn't think flight crew could jump seat in first class. Movie and TV selection has not been refreshed for several months- flying one to two round trips each month easily exhausts the list of content.

2.0 MediocreHeather, Jun 2026
LGA - MCO
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Third flight in two months where the crew was not there. Comfort seating does not guarantee overhead bin space. Passengers with children are allowed on the plane first - if you are flying to and from Orlando, this means half the plane has boarded before you get on. And somehow all the bin space is taken up. 3 out of 5 flights have had issues with equipment or procedure. Some of these instances caused the flight to be delayed because of a "nuisance" light. One time it was a bag that had been brought on board but did not belong to anyone so we had to return to the gate. Last night we were told the "AC" on the plane doesn't work well and we're 10th for take off- because the crew was late - and that it will get cool when we're in the air. Not sure if this is usual, but I didn't think flight crew could jump seat in first class. Movie and TV selection has not been refreshed for several months- flying one to two round trips each month easily exhausts the list of content.

Definitely a southern flavor. Cordiality was evident even though no drinks or snacks were served.

No service flight that took 5 hrs and a stop at an unscheduled airport. Crew and pilots did their jobs

I continue to be satisfied with Delta’s excellent service out of LGA. The digit id works well and gets me through security in no time. Whenever possible, I choose Delta.

Was revoked with Jet Blue due to delay from Kenya Air

Very easy to use and convenient, you can perform any action within the same portal

Overall Good! The weather delayed our takeoff from Atlanta and our arrival in Miami! If Mother Nature can mess up a flight she will do it every time!

Okay considering we had weather delays which the Pilot notified us of immediately!

N Everything was perfect from boarding to assistance to baggage in Tampa

The boarding was organized and informative but the plane was tight meaning that you were sitting on one another and extremely uncomfortable. It’s disappointing that can’t have common seating comfort on the plane.

Significant delays on my trip to Chicago and my trip back to NY

Delayed by 5 hours and I had to wit in the airport for more than 6+ hours.

I’ve got 31F seat and window seat . My 2 co passengers was AA crew members and they were very rude attitude and when I was going to use bathroom their gestures was very different and awkward and the guy beside me completely occupied the hand rest and I was really uncomfortable

It was so much better than expected, Ohare is not such a pleasant experience but American Airlines with the new, clean aeroplane and free Wi-Fi was outstanding and the crew so pleasant and helpful.

It wa sort of on time; the cab was left with some trash

American Airlines II: Delay Boogaloo. Multiple gate changes, delays, boarded and then MORE delays. I hate to say this won’t matter, but posting stuff about major corporations in 2026 is a post-modern “scream into the void.” Was multiple hours late coming home, so there you go.

The airplane was an old model, the overhead didn’t have enough room for people’s items and made boarding and boarding disappointing and stressful. Crew allowed passengers to bring more than the permitted baggage sizes.

Original flight was on time, then late, then changed gates...4 times. Once our newest plane came in, it was fine.

I almost missed my flight and they helped me out enormously

Delays experienced in boarding/take off due to incoming plane delayed. However, the boarding time/depart time in the app was significantly delayed in providing these updates. Usually not updated until an hour after we should have already boarded. Poorly managed.

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