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

Delta is the most popular carrier 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 January 2026.

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.

$780 Cheap Flights from Chicago to Melbourne in 2026

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 $1,506 to $2,302. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,352.

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18:40 - 17:15

ORD

MEL

29h 35m

2 stops

12:00 - 15:57

MEL

ORD

20h 57m

1 stop

$1,352Qantas Airways

Wed, 4 Feb - Tue, 10 Feb

16:10 - 15:35

ORD

MEL

30h 25m

2 stops

12:00 - 16:49

MEL

ORD

21h 49m

1 stop

$1,354Qantas Airways

Wed, 4 Feb - Tue, 10 Feb

16:49 - 22:45

ORD

MEL

37h 56m

2 stops

09:45 - 21:20

MEL

ORD

26h 35m

1 stop

$1,384Qantas Airways

Fri, 20 Mar - Wed, 8 Apr

14:58 - 17:15

ORD

MEL

34h 17m

2 stops

09:45 - 21:20

MEL

ORD

26h 35m

1 stop

$1,385Qantas Airways

Thu, 19 Mar - Wed, 8 Apr

17:55 - 22:45

ORD

MEL

36h 50m

2 stops

09:45 - 14:53

MEL

ORD

21h 08m

1 stop

$1,401Qantas Airways

Tue, 17 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar

16:10 - 09:30

ORD

MEL

24h 20m

1 stop

06:45 - 14:53

MEL

ORD

25h 08m

2 stops

$1,404Qantas Airways

Wed, 11 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb

19:45 - 06:45

ORD

MEL

43h 00m

1 stop

13:30 - 15:42

MEL

ORD

41h 12m

2 stops

$1,500Multiple Airlines

Wed, 1 Apr - Thu, 30 Apr

12:47 - 07:00

MDW

MEL

26h 13m

2 stops

10:00 - 22:31

MEL

MDW

27h 31m

2 stops

$2,114Delta

Mon, 23 Mar - Wed, 8 Apr

13:10 - 07:00

MDW

MEL

25h 50m

2 stops

09:10 - 22:31

MEL

MDW

29h 21m

2 stops

$2,130Delta

Wed, 11 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar

09:35 - 07:00

MDW

MEL

29h 25m

2 stops

09:10 - 17:54

MEL

MDW

24h 44m

2 stops

$2,132Delta

Wed, 11 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar

Qantas Airways flights from Chicago to Melbourne

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Chicago to Melbourne flight tickets

Qantas Airways

1 Feb

ORD17:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 05m

2 stops

MEL17:15Melbourne

20 Feb

MEL12:00Melbourne

21h 37m

1 stop

ORD16:37Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,351

Qantas Airways

4 Feb

ORD18:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 35m

2 stops

MEL17:15Melbourne

10 Feb

MEL12:00Melbourne

20h 57m

1 stop

ORD15:57Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,352

Qantas Airways

4 Feb

ORD16:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

30h 25m

2 stops

MEL15:35Melbourne

10 Feb

MEL12:00Melbourne

21h 49m

1 stop

ORD16:49Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,354

Delta flights from Chicago to Melbourne

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to Melbourne flight tickets

Delta

23 Mar

MDW12:47Chicago Midway

26h 13m

2 stops

MEL07:00Melbourne

8 Apr

MEL10:00Melbourne

27h 31m

2 stops

MDW22:31Chicago Midway

$2,114

Delta

11 Mar

MDW13:10Chicago Midway

25h 50m

2 stops

MEL07:00Melbourne

22 Mar

MEL09:10Melbourne

29h 21m

2 stops

MDW22:31Chicago Midway

$2,130

Delta

11 Mar

MDW09:35Chicago Midway

29h 25m

2 stops

MEL07:00Melbourne

22 Mar

MEL09:10Melbourne

24h 44m

2 stops

MDW17:54Chicago Midway

$2,132

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ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/2

18:40-17:15

2 stops29h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

12:00-15:57

1 stop20h 57m

$1,352

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/2

16:10-15:35

2 stops30h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 10/2

12:00-16:49

1 stop21h 49m

$1,354

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 20/3

16:49-22:45

2 stops37h 56m

Melbourne

Wed 8/4

09:45-21:20

1 stop26h 35m

$1,384

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 19/3

14:58-17:15

2 stops34h 17m

Melbourne

Wed 8/4

09:45-21:20

1 stop26h 35m

$1,385

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/3

17:55-22:45

2 stops36h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 31/3

09:45-14:53

1 stop21h 08m

$1,401

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/2

16:10-09:30

1 stop24h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 25/2

06:45-14:53

2 stops25h 08m

$1,404

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

19:45-06:45

1 stop43h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

13:30-15:42

2 stops41h 12m

$1,500

ChicagoMelbourne

MDW - MEL

MDWMEL

Chicago Midway

Mon 23/3

12:47-07:00

2 stops26h 13m

Melbourne

Wed 8/4

10:00-22:31

2 stops27h 31m

$2,114

ChicagoMelbourne

MDW - MEL

MDWMEL

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/3

13:10-07:00

2 stops25h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

09:10-22:31

2 stops29h 21m

$2,130

ChicagoMelbourne

MDW - MEL

MDWMEL

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/3

09:35-07:00

2 stops29h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

09:10-17:54

2 stops24h 44m

$2,132

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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 $1,296. 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 $1,296.

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 $1,705 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 $1,264 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	24h 46m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Chicago to Melbourne takes 24h 46m

There are no direct flights from Chicago to Melbourne. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to Melbourne.

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How far is Chicago to Melbourne by plane?
The distance between Chicago and Melbourne is about 15561.6 km. 24h 46m 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 January 2026.
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

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,271	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 975 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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