Cheap flights from Chicago to Melbourne from $594

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05:15 - 12:25
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MEL
40h 10m
2 stops
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13:25 - 23:27
MEL
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ORD
25h 02m
2 stops
$1,231Multiple Airlines
Sun, 3 May - Wed, 13 May
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MEL
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13:25 - 05:35
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ORD
31h 10m
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$1,247Multiple Airlines
Sun, 3 May - Wed, 13 May
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05:15 - 12:25
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MEL
40h 10m
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13:30 - 05:35
MEL
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ORD
31h 05m
2 stops
$1,256Multiple Airlines
Sun, 19 Apr - Sun, 3 May
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12:52 - 07:50
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MEL
27h 58m
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10:00 - 18:33
MEL
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MDW
23h 33m
2 stops
$2,112Delta
Mon, 27 Apr - Sun, 10 May
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12:52 - 07:50
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MEL
27h 58m
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10:00 - 21:09
MEL
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MDW
26h 09m
2 stops
$2,127Delta
Wed, 29 Apr - Sun, 31 May
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13:59 - 07:50
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MEL
26h 51m
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10:00 - 21:09
MEL
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MDW
26h 09m
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$2,129Delta
Wed, 20 May - Sun, 31 May
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18:59 - 14:10
ORD
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AVV
28h 11m
2 stops
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06:00 - 20:11
AVV
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ORD
29h 11m
2 stops
$2,808Qantas Airways
Sun, 28 Jun - Wed, 15 Jul
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17:10 - 14:20
ORD
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AVV
30h 10m
2 stops
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20:55 - 14:18
AVV
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ORD
32h 23m
2 stops
$2,871Qantas Airways
Fri, 3 Jul - Sat, 11 Jul
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17:10 - 14:20
ORD
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AVV
30h 10m
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20:55 - 14:18
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$2,873Qantas Airways
Fri, 3 Jul - Sat, 11 Jul
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28h 11m
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27h 04m
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$2,879Qantas Airways
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Qantas Airways flights from Chicago to Melbourne

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Chicago to Melbourne flight tickets
Qantas Airways
19 Mar
ORD16:49Chicago O'Hare Intl
30h 46m
2 stops
MEL15:35Melbourne
10 Apr
MEL09:45Melbourne
26h 36m
1 stop
ORD21:21Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,726
Qantas Airways
23 Mar
ORD14:58Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 37m
2 stops
MEL15:35Melbourne
8 Apr
MEL09:45Melbourne
29h 14m
1 stop
ORD23:59Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,745
Qantas Airways
23 Mar
ORD16:49Chicago O'Hare Intl
47h 31m
2 stops
MEL08:20Melbourne
8 Apr
MEL09:45Melbourne
22h 10m
1 stop
ORD16:55Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,754

Delta flights from Chicago to Melbourne

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to Melbourne flight tickets
Delta
27 Apr
MDW12:52Chicago Midway
27h 58m
2 stops
MEL07:50Melbourne
10 May
MEL10:00Melbourne
23h 33m
2 stops
MDW18:33Chicago Midway
$2,112
Delta
29 Apr
MDW12:52Chicago Midway
27h 58m
2 stops
MEL07:50Melbourne
31 May
MEL10:00Melbourne
26h 09m
2 stops
MDW21:09Chicago Midway
$2,127
Delta
20 May
MDW13:59Chicago Midway
26h 51m
2 stops
MEL07:50Melbourne
31 May
MEL10:00Melbourne
26h 09m
2 stops
MDW21:09Chicago Midway
$2,129

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ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/5

05:15-12:25

2 stops40h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

13:25-23:27

2 stops25h 02m

$1,231

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/5

05:15-12:25

2 stops40h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

13:25-05:35

2 stops31h 10m

$1,247

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 19/4

05:15-12:25

2 stops40h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

13:30-05:35

2 stops31h 05m

$1,256
Fastest return journey

ChicagoMelbourne

MDW - MEL

MDWMEL

Chicago Midway

Mon 27/4

12:52-07:50

2 stops27h 58m

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

10:00-18:33

2 stops23h 33m

$2,112

ChicagoMelbourne

MDW - MEL

MDWMEL

Chicago Midway

Wed 29/4

12:52-07:50

2 stops27h 58m

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

10:00-21:09

2 stops26h 09m

$2,127

ChicagoMelbourne

MDW - MEL

MDWMEL

Chicago Midway

Wed 20/5

13:59-07:50

2 stops26h 51m

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

10:00-21:09

2 stops26h 09m

$2,129

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - AVV

ORDAVV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 28/6

18:59-14:10

2 stops28h 11m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 15/7

06:00-20:11

2 stops29h 11m

$2,808

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - AVV

ORDAVV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/7

17:10-14:20

2 stops30h 10m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 11/7

20:55-14:18

2 stops32h 23m

$2,871

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - AVV

ORDAVV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/7

17:10-14:20

2 stops30h 10m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 11/7

20:55-14:18

2 stops32h 23m

$2,873

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - AVV

ORDAVV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 28/6

18:59-14:10

2 stops28h 11m

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 10/7

06:00-18:04

2 stops27h 04m

$2,878

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Melbourne

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,118. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of March, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,701.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $1,988 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from Chicago for as low as $1,327 on momondo.

Cheap Chicago to Melbourne flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Chicago to Melbourne

Fastest flight time

25h 15m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Chicago to Melbourne takes 25h 15m
There are no direct flights from Chicago to Melbourne. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to Melbourne.
  • How far is Chicago to Melbourne by plane?

    The distance between Chicago and Melbourne is about 15561.6 km. 25h 15m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Melbourne?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Melbourne were last updated today.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Melbourne?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Melbourne.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Melbourne trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Melbourne

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Rating
Free cancellation
Price
Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,464Free cancellationRating
7.5
1,003 reviews
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