Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) offer the lowest average return price of $1,664.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Melbourne Airport and Chicago?

San Francisco (SFO) was the most common stop: 41% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Air New Zealand is the most popular carrier operating from Melbourne to Chicago

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

Flights connecting via Dallas (DFW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 15m.

Which airlines fly to Chicago?

Qantas Airways, United Airlines and Air New Zealand are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 61% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

Los Angeles (LAX) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 03m.

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago refresh daily.

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

As of December 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago.

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

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 Melbourne Airport to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago 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.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,705 to $2,798. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,435.

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26 Jan

MEL16:05Melbourne

21h 34m

1 stop

ORD20:39Chicago O'Hare Intl

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ORD11:56Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 04m

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MEL05:00Melbourne

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13 Mar

MEL16:05Melbourne

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15 Mar

MEL18:50Melbourne

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MEL06:40Melbourne

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

If you don’t want to visit Chicago in February, then you should wait until August to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,564.

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

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Chicago. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,840. Flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $2,084. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Melbourne Airport to Chicago flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Chicago in the afternoon for as low as $1,772. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $2,047.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $1,723 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Melbourne Airport for as low as $1,353 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 29% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Chicago flight.

How have Melbourne Airport to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 25% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago takes 23h 31m

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

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How far is Melbourne to Chicago by plane?
Melbourne and Chicago are 15565.7 km apart from one another. Typically, this will take 23h 31m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?
As of December 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?
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 Melbourne Airport to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago 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.
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Melbourne Airport to Chicago is Qantas Airways, representing 39% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are United Airlines at 31%, Air New Zealand at 8%, and American Airlines at 7%.

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Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,039	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 947 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,153	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 552 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,160	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,052 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,324	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,519 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,530	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,094 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $2,150	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 426 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

If you don’t want to visit Chicago in February, then you should wait until August to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,564.

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

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Melbourne Airport to Chicago flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Chicago in the afternoon for as low as $1,772. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $2,047.

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

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 29% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to Chicago flight.

How have Melbourne Airport to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 25% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Air New Zealand is the most popular carrier operating from Melbourne to Chicago

Which airlines fly to Chicago?

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Melbourne Airport and Chicago?

San Francisco (SFO) was the most common stop: 41% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) offer the lowest average return price of $1,664.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

Flights connecting via Dallas (DFW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 15m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

Los Angeles (LAX) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 03m.

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