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Cheapest round-trip
$1,119
Typical prices: $1,007-$1,491
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/6Sat 11/24
MEL - ORD • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way
$720
Typical prices: $793-$1,195
Qatar Airways
Sat 10/20
MEL - ORD • 1 stop
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
San Francisco (SFO)
Cheapest • Avg $1,243 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 21h 30m (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

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 24
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1:55 pm - 5:13 amMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 18m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:35 am - 12:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
31h 45m3 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Los Angeles Nadi
$1,119Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
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1:55 pm - 5:13 amMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 18m3 stops Nadi Los Angeles Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:40 am - 12:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
37h 05m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Nadi
$1,121Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 24
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5:10 pm - 2:30 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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6:50 pm - 11:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
35h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,232Qatar Airways
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
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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
$1,234Philippine Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 12
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11:40 pm - 3:30 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
31h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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6:50 pm - 11:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
35h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,242Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 12
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5:10 pm - 3:30 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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6:50 pm - 11:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
35h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,244Qatar Airways
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24
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12:10 pm - 12:59 amMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
29h 49m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles
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2:00 pm - 8:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
25h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl
$1,263Air New Zealand
Fri, Jan 22 - Fri, Feb 5
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8:15 am - 6:55 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 40m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles
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2:40 pm - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
27h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl
$1,264Air New Zealand
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
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12:10 pm - 11:27 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
27h 17m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco
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11:52 am - 10:55 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
30h 03m2 stops San Francisco Auckland Intl
$1,287Air New Zealand
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24
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5:10 pm - 2:30 pmMEL  Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
38h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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6:50 pm - 11:20 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne
35h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,293Qatar Airways
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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 $1,150, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Friday 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 $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 flights 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

$720
Beat the crowds with an average 44% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 174% 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
    • Premium Economy 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 $1,007 to $1,491, with an average of $1,149 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,007 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 36% above the $1,149 route average. Book 11 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 $764, which is 20% 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
    • 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

  • 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) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 7% 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 11% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago. 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.

  • 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 30m, compared with 22h 19m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 23h 44m 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,126, about $136 less than Friday fares (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
    • Skylark Motel

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