Which airlines fly to Chicago?

Qantas Airways, United Airlines and Virgin Australia 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 63% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 $1,678.

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

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Chicago

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

Flights connecting via Los Angeles (LAX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 05m.

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: 1h 39m.

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 October 2025, there are 7 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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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

If you don’t want to visit Chicago in August, then you should wait until February to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,597.

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 $1,855. Flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $2,102. 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 $1,788. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $2,064.

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 $1,730 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 $1,364 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 6% 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 October 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 51% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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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 20h 50m 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 October 2025, there are 7 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 40% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are United Airlines at 32%, Air New Zealand at 6%, and Virgin Australia at 6%.

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Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,071	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 910 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,163	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 508 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,170	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,335	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,000 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,537	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,946 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,543	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,018 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $2,168	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 417 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to Chicago

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

If you don’t want to visit Chicago in August, then you should wait until February to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,597.

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 $1,788. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $2,064.

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 6% 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 October 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Chicago flights are approximately 51% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Air Canada, Air New Zealand, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers 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 $1,678.

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

Flights connecting via Los Angeles (LAX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 05m.

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: 1h 39m.

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

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

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

What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago

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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Melbourne to Chicago?

Can I find flights from Melbourne to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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I’m not ready to book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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