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Cheapest round-trip
$1,064
Typical prices: $1,057-$1,570
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Mon 11/26Sat 12/1
MEL - ORD • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way
$489
Typical prices: $909-$1,211
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Mon 11/26
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 • 18% average savings
MEL - ORD
Most popular
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When to book
6 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 22% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $1,211 (round-trip)
Los Angeles (LAX)
Shortest trip • 22h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Chicago (MEL-CHI)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago

Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
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1:35 pm - 12:53 amMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 18m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 12:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
36h 20m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Nadi
$1,064Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
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1:35 pm - 6:14 amMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
33h 39m2 stops Nadi Los Angeles
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7:00 am - 12:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
36h 20m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Nadi
$1,065Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 1
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9:20 am - 4:55 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 35m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
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10:45 pm - 7:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
39h 45m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$1,128Philippine Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Feb 2
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10:45 pm - 1:31 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 46m1 stop Los Angeles
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5:59 pm - 11:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
24h 31m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Brisbane
$1,130American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 18
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9:20 am - 4:55 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 35m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
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10:45 pm - 7:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
39h 45m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$1,138Philippine Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 18
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9:20 am - 4:55 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 35m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
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10:45 pm - 7:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
39h 45m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$1,142Philippine Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 1
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12:00 pm - 3:39 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
20h 39m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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3:25 pm - 9:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
25h 05m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,154Qantas Airways
Mon, Mar 22 - Mon, Apr 5
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9:20 am - 5:55 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 35m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
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11:45 pm - 6:20 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
39h 35m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$1,156Philippine Airlines
Fri, Apr 2 - Fri, Apr 30
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9:45 am - 3:59 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:11 pm - 6:45 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
42h 34m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,166Qantas Airways
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Dec 4
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9:20 am - 4:55 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
24h 35m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
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10:45 pm - 7:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
39h 45m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$1,168Philippine 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 with more confidence.

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 $1,230, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago at $963 round-trip.
•September ($1,691) and November ($1,533) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 75% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago the cheapest?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% 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

$489
Beat the crowds with an average 58% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 104% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

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

  • 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago range from $1,057 to $1,570, with an average of $1,228 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,057 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 21% above the $1,228 route average. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 $537, which is 49% 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 from around $17:

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

    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 $28:

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

  • 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).

  • 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 (LAX) - 51% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,132 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,348, a difference of $216.

    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 Airport to Chicago?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 21h 29m, compared with 22h 24m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 24h 10m via San Francisco (SFO).

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

    Chicago is 16 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Australia 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 Airport 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,132, about $216 less than Thursday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% 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 $963 round-trip in that month - typically $728 less than the most expensive month, which is September (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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