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Cheapest round-trip
$952
Typical prices: $1,007-$1,491
Qantas Airways
Fri 8/31Thu 6/7
MEL - ORD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$599
Typical prices: $793-$1,195
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/21
MEL - ORD • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and Chicago. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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MEL - MDW
Cheapest • 15% average savings
MEL - ORD
Most popular
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 17% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Auckland Intl (AKL)
Cheapest • Avg $774 (round-trip)
Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)
Shortest trip • 17h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Chicago (MEL-CHI)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago

Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Jun 7
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9:45 am - 4:51 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 06m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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3:23 pm - 6:45 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
24h 22m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$952Qantas Airways
Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Jun 7
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9:45 am - 3:54 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 09m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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9:09 am - 6:45 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
30h 36m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$973Qantas Airways
Wed, Nov 18 - Fri, Dec 11
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8:15 am - 8:37 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 22m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles
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12:45 pm - 8:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
27h 10m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Auckland Intl
$1,278Air New Zealand
Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 14
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8:35 am - 12:59 amMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 24m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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4:40 pm - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
27h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Auckland Intl
$1,278Air New Zealand
Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9
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8:35 am - 5:01 amMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
35h 26m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco
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3:00 pm - 1:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
31h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Auckland Intl
$1,308Air New Zealand
Thu, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 14
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11:45 pm - 3:05 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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7:20 pm - 11:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
35h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,322Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23
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10:45 pm - 3:05 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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7:20 pm - 10:05 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
35h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,361Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Feb 2
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11:40 pm - 2:30 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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6:50 pm - 5:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
30h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,366Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13
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11:55 am - 8:22 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
48h 27m1 stop San Francisco
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3:35 pm - 9:15 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
25h 40m1 stop San Francisco
$1,592United Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 30
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9:30 am - 5:05 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
3:50 pm - 8:15 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
25h 25m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles San Francisco
$1,609United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Chicago flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago start at $952. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,007 to $1,491. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $952 on Qantas Airways.

What is the cheapest Melbourne Airport to Chicago flight route?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) is the cheapest Melbourne Airport to Chicago route, averaging $854 round-trip. Other Melbourne Airport to Chicago routes average $1,150, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago, it is 3% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago at $959 round-trip.
  • December ($1,438) and June ($1,270) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 49% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Melbourne Airport to Chicago the cheapest?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Chicago flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$599
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.
Flight from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport 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 Airport to Chicago?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) 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 Airport to Chicago?

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

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

    One-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago most commonly connect through:

    • Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Nadi (NAN) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 11% on the Melbourne Airport to Chicago route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,126 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,262, a difference of $136. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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 Airport to Chicago?

    A nonstop flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago takes 0h 00m, covering 9,672 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Melbourne Airport to Chicago:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Melbourne Airport to Chicago flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 36% above the route average of $1,149. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport 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 $952 to $3,559. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Chicago are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $708, which is 26% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 31m, compared with 18h 04m via Nadi (NAN) and 18h 37m via Auckland Intl (AKL).

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Chicago?

    Chicago is 15 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Australia 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 Airport to Chicago flight?

    Round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago range from $1,007 to $1,491, with an average of $1,149 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,007 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport 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 Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,126 - about $136 less than Friday (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Chicago trip for August. Fares historically average $959 round-trip in that month - typically $479 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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

Everything you need to know for your flight from Melbourne to Chicago

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Melbourne (MEL)