What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Melbourne?

ANA, American Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Melbourne

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

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

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Melbourne?

There is 1 operator available for flights from Chicago to Melbourne as of October 2025.

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.

$801 Cheap Flights from Chicago to Melbourne in 2025/26

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Melbourne?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,969 to $2,768. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,577.

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15:11 - 10:35ORD-MEL

26h 24m2 stops

13:30 - 21:09MEL-ORD

24h 39m2 stops

$1,577Qantas Airways

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Wed, 10 Dec - Tue, 23 Dec

18:17 - 15:15ORD-MEL

27h 58m2 stops

07:25 - 21:23MEL-ORD

30h 58m2 stops

$1,644Multiple Airlines

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Wed, 3 Dec - Mon, 12 Jan

15:40 - 13:15ORD-MEL

29h 35m2 stops

21:40 - 14:43MEL-ORD

32h 03m2 stops

$1,873Air Canada

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Wed, 25 Mar - Mon, 6 Apr

14:00 - 12:35ORD-MEL

30h 35m3 stops

21:40 - 14:43MEL-ORD

32h 03m2 stops

$1,882Air Canada

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Sun, 29 Mar - Sun, 12 Apr

14:21 - 09:25ORD-MEL

26h 04m2 stops

12:10 - 19:46MEL-ORD

24h 36m2 stops

$1,952Air New Zealand

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Sun, 23 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec

13:00 - 10:55ORD-MEL

28h 55m2 stops

18:50 - 21:16MEL-ORD

43h 26m2 stops

$2,020Air New Zealand

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Tue, 25 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec

08:10 - 05:00ORD-MEL

27h 50m1 stop

16:05 - 23:35MEL-ORD

24h 30m1 stop

$2,074American Airlines

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Wed, 26 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec

11:56 - 05:00ORD-MEL

24h 04m1 stop

12:00 - 23:59MEL-ORD

28h 59m1 stop

$2,075American Airlines

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Wed, 21 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb

18:40 - 08:00MDW-MEL

44h 20m2 stops

10:10 - 17:34MEL-MDW

24h 24m2 stops

$2,459Delta

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Tue, 2 Dec - Wed, 14 Jan

18:40 - 08:00MDW-MEL

44h 20m2 stops

10:10 - 17:37MEL-MDW

24h 27m2 stops

$2,460Delta

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Tue, 2 Dec - Sun, 11 Jan

Qantas Airways flights from Chicago to Melbourne

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Chicago to Melbourne flight tickets

Qantas Airways

10 Dec

ORD15:11Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 24m

2 stops

MEL10:35Melbourne

23 Dec

MEL13:30Melbourne

24h 39m

2 stops

ORD21:09Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,577

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Qantas Airways

23 Nov

ORD18:23Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 42m

2 stops

MEL12:05Melbourne

3 Dec

MEL06:30Melbourne

34h 29m

2 stops

ORD23:59Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,661

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Qantas Airways

25 Mar

ORD20:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 45m

2 stops

MEL12:05Melbourne

6 Apr

MEL13:30Melbourne

41h 26m

2 stops

ORD15:56Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,704

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Delta flights from Chicago to Melbourne

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to Melbourne flight tickets

Delta

2 Dec

MDW18:40Chicago Midway

44h 20m

2 stops

MEL08:00Melbourne

14 Jan

MEL10:10Melbourne

24h 24m

2 stops

MDW17:34Chicago Midway

$2,459

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Delta

2 Dec

MDW18:40Chicago Midway

44h 20m

2 stops

MEL08:00Melbourne

11 Jan

MEL10:10Melbourne

24h 27m

2 stops

MDW17:37Chicago Midway

$2,460

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Delta

6 Dec

MDW18:46Chicago Midway

68h 14m

2 stops

MEL08:00Melbourne

11 Jan

MEL10:10Melbourne

24h 27m

2 stops

MDW17:37Chicago Midway

$2,489

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ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/12

15:11-10:35

2 stops26h 24m

Melbourne

Tue 23/12

13:30-21:09

2 stops24h 39m

$1,577

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/12

18:17-15:15

2 stops27h 58m

Melbourne

Mon 12/1

07:25-21:23

2 stops30h 58m

$1,644

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/3

15:40-13:15

2 stops29h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 6/4

21:40-14:43

2 stops32h 03m

$1,873

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 29/3

14:00-12:35

3 stops30h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 12/4

21:40-14:43

2 stops32h 03m

$1,882

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 23/11

14:21-09:25

2 stops26h 04m

Melbourne

Wed 3/12

12:10-19:46

2 stops24h 36m

$1,952

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/11

13:00-10:55

2 stops28h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 2/12

18:50-21:16

2 stops43h 26m

$2,020

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 26/11

08:10-05:00

1 stop27h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 3/12

16:05-23:35

1 stop24h 30m

$2,074

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 21/1

11:56-05:00

1 stop24h 04m

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

12:00-23:59

1 stop28h 59m

$2,075

ChicagoMelbourne

MDW - MEL

MDWMEL

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/12

18:40-08:00

2 stops44h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 14/1

10:10-17:34

2 stops24h 24m

$2,459

ChicagoMelbourne

MDW - MEL

MDWMEL

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/12

18:40-08:00

2 stops44h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 11/1

10:10-17:37

2 stops24h 27m

$2,460

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Melbourne

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Melbourne?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, July 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 $1,361. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of July, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,361.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our data shows that Saturday is the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $2,146. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Sunday is $2,729.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne is in the afternoon. Flights from Chicago to Melbourne during this time can be as low as $2,506. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $2,570. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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 $1,808 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 $1,417 on momondo.

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How far is Chicago to Melbourne by plane?
The distance between Chicago and Melbourne is about 15561.6 km. 22h 07m 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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Melbourne?
There is 1 operator available for flights from Chicago to Melbourne as of October 2025.
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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Chicago to Melbourne with momondo

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Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,335	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 924 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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