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Cheapest round-trip
$441
Typical prices: $392-$602
Delta
Sat 10/13Wed 10/24
MLB - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$214
Typical prices: $288-$447
Delta
Wed 10/17
MLB - ORD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne and Chicago. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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MLB - MDW
Cheapest • 8% average savings
MLB - ORD
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October
Cheapest • 34% price drop
May
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $472 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 5h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Chicago (MLB-CHI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago

Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 24
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11:12 am - 4:58 pmMLB  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:15 pm - 10:59 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLB Melbourne
6h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$441Delta
Tue, Dec 29 - Fri, Jan 1
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11:51 am - 4:19 pmMLB  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 28m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:21 am - 11:21 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLB Melbourne
5h 00m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$445American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13
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6:48 pm - 11:57 pmMLB  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:30 am - 1:44 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLB Melbourne
6h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$448Delta
Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30
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7:25 am - 2:20 pmMLB  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 55m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:29 am - 12:28 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLB Melbourne
4h 59m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$455American Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30
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6:40 pm - 10:44 pmMLB  Melbourne-MDW Chicago Midway
5h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:05 am - 1:51 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-MLB Melbourne
6h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$455Delta
Sat, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 5
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6:00 am - 12:41 pmMLB  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:30 am - 1:51 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLB Melbourne
7h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$456Delta
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
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6:40 pm - 11:59 pmMLB  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:05 am - 1:51 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLB Melbourne
4h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$457Delta
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
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6:00 am - 9:49 amMLB  Melbourne-MDW Chicago Midway
4h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:05 am - 1:51 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-MLB Melbourne
6h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$457Delta
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 14
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6:00 am - 4:26 pmMLB  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 26m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York LaGuardia
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5:27 am - 1:44 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLB Melbourne
7h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$463Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 26
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11:12 am - 4:58 pmMLB  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:40 pm - 10:59 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLB Melbourne
6h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$465Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Melbourne to Chicago flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Melbourne to Chicago with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Chicago?

Round-trip flights from Melbourne to Chicago start at $441. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $392 to $602. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $441 on Delta.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Chicago flight route?

Melbourne (MLB) to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) is the cheapest Melbourne to Chicago route, averaging $406 round-trip. Other Melbourne to Chicago routes average $476, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Melbourne to Chicago flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$214
Most popular time to fly with an average 7% increase in price.
Flight from Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

When to book flights from Melbourne to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Melbourne to Chicago flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne to Chicago?

    Flights from Melbourne to Chicago usually depart from Melbourne (MLB) and may arrive at several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne to Chicago?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Melbourne to Chicago.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne to Chicago pass through?

    Connecting flights from Melbourne to Chicago most commonly pass through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 55% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 45% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne to Chicago?

    On the Melbourne to Chicago route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 33%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $416 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $613: a $197 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Chicago?

    Some of the most popular sights in Chicago are Magnificent Mile, Grant Park and River North. These are among the most viewed places in Chicago on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne to Chicago?

    A nonstop flight from Melbourne to Chicago takes 0h 00m, covering 1,029 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne to Chicago?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne to Chicago changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $441 to $2,728. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Melbourne to Chicago looking right now?

    One-way fares from Melbourne to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $249, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Melbourne to Chicago?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 25m, compared with 5h 40m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne and Chicago?

    Chicago is 1 hour behind Melbourne (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available in Chicago?

    Since Chicago is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) — daily rates from around $17:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Ace

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) — daily rates from around $32:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Rent-A-Wreck

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) — daily rates from around $30:

    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • National

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne to Chicago flight?

    Round-trip flights from Melbourne to Chicago range from $392 to $602, with an average of $467 over the past 12 months. Anything below $392 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Melbourne to Chicago flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $416 - about $197 less than Monday (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne to Chicago trip for October. Fares historically average $308 round-trip in that month - typically $358 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chicago Midway Airport.
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago Midway Airport
    - Holiday Inn Chicago - Midway Airport S by IHG
    - Skylark Motel

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