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Cheapest round-trip
$451
Typical prices: $409-$602
American Airlines
Sat 4/7Tue 4/10
MLB - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$226
Typical prices: $251-$447
American Airlines
Sun 12/23
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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October
Cheapest • 37% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $520 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 5h 37m (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

Wed, Apr 7 - Sat, Apr 10
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11:54 am - 4:12 pmMLB  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 18m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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11:14 am - 5:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLB Melbourne
4h 51m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$451American Airlines
Sat, Apr 10 - Wed, Apr 14
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6:35 pm - 10:20 pmMLB  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:30 am - 5:57 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLB Melbourne
7h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$451Delta
Wed, Apr 7 - Sat, Apr 10
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5:55 am - 10:02 amMLB  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:00 pm - 9:42 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLB Melbourne
5h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$451Delta
Wed, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 13
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5:55 am - 10:02 amMLB  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:55 pm - 11:42 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLB Melbourne
4h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$451Delta
Wed, Apr 7 - Wed, Apr 14
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5:55 am - 10:02 amMLB  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:30 am - 5:57 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLB Melbourne
7h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$451Delta
Sat, Apr 10 - Tue, Apr 13
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6:35 pm - 10:20 pmMLB  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:55 pm - 11:42 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLB Melbourne
4h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$451Delta
Tue, Apr 6 - Wed, Apr 14
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6:35 pm - 10:10 pmMLB  Melbourne-MDW Chicago Midway
4h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 2:21 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-MLB Melbourne
7h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$451Delta
Sat, Apr 10 - Tue, Apr 13
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6:35 pm - 10:10 pmMLB  Melbourne-MDW Chicago Midway
4h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:25 pm - 11:42 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-MLB Melbourne
5h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$451Delta
Wed, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 13
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6:35 pm - 10:10 pmMLB  Melbourne-MDW Chicago Midway
4h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:25 pm - 11:42 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-MLB Melbourne
5h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$451Delta
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:22 pmMLB  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 22m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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4:40 pm - 10:36 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MLB Melbourne
4h 56m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$476American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Melbourne to Chicago flights

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

Round-trip flights from Melbourne to Chicago typically range from $409 to $602. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $451, on American Airlines.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Chicago flight route?

There's little price difference between Melbourne to Chicago routes. They average around $487 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Melbourne to Chicago flights

Cheapest flight

$226
The most popular month to fly with an average 49% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne to Chicago?

    A nonstop flight from Melbourne to Chicago takes 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Melbourne to Chicago range from $409 to $602, with an average of $487 over the past 12 months. Anything below $409 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $451 to $1,722. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 $230, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging $64:

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

    Near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) — daily rates averaging $84:

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

    Near Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) — daily rates averaging $81:

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

  • 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).

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

    Connecting flights from Melbourne to Chicago most commonly pass through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 61% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 39% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Melbourne to Chicago. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $446 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $613, a difference of $167.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 37m, compared with 5h 45m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • 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 popular places can I visit in Chicago?

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

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 are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $446, about $167 less than Monday fares (27% 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 $317 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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 Chicago Midway Airport

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