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 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.

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

Air New Zealand, Cathay Pacific, and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Chicago

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne to Chicago are updated daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne to Chicago is 6 as of November 2025.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne to Chicago.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$897 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Chicago in 2025/26

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,638 to $2,400. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,357.

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08:00 - 14:41MEL-ORD

23h 41m2 stops

15:40 - 10:05ORD-MEL

25h 25m2 stops

$1,357Multiple Airlines

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Tue, 2 Dec - Tue, 9 Dec

06:40 - 14:41MEL-ORD

24h 01m2 stops

15:40 - 12:35ORD-MEL

28h 55m2 stops

$1,400Air Canada

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Fri, 13 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar

07:00 - 21:59MEL-ORD

30h 59m3 stops

15:40 - 13:05ORD-MEL

29h 25m2 stops

$1,416Air Canada

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Fri, 13 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar

12:00 - 16:08MEL-ORD

21h 08m1 stop

13:15 - 05:00ORD-MEL

22h 45m1 stop

$1,511Qantas Airways

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Tue, 2 Dec - Tue, 9 Dec

12:00 - 16:08MEL-ORD

21h 08m1 stop

15:05 - 10:05ORD-MEL

26h 00m2 stops

$1,562Qantas Airways

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Tue, 2 Dec - Tue, 9 Dec

11:30 - 14:45MEL-ORD

20h 15m1 stop

14:10 - 10:00ORD-MEL

26h 50m2 stops

$1,574United Airlines

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10:35 - 19:30MEL-ORD

25h 55m2 stops

14:35 - 10:55ORD-MEL

27h 20m2 stops

$1,695Air New Zealand

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Fri, 21 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec

12:00 - 05:04MEL-ORD

33h 04m1 stop

15:02 - 05:00ORD-MEL

21h 58m1 stop

$1,707American Airlines

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Fri, 13 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar

12:00 - 18:13MEL-ORD

23h 13m2 stops

11:16 - 09:30ORD-MEL

29h 14m1 stop

$1,727American Airlines

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Sat, 17 Jan - Fri, 20 Feb

11:30 - 22:59MEL-ORD

28h 29m1 stop

17:16 - 10:00ORD-MEL

23h 44m1 stop

$2,364United Airlines

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Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Chicago

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Qantas Airways

2 Dec

MEL12:00Melbourne

21h 08m

1 stop

ORD16:08Chicago O'Hare Intl

9 Dec

ORD13:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 45m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,511

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2 Dec

MEL12:00Melbourne

21h 08m

1 stop

ORD16:08Chicago O'Hare Intl

9 Dec

ORD15:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 00m

2 stops

MEL10:05Melbourne

$1,562

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Qantas Airways

14 Nov

MEL16:05Melbourne

20h 35m

1 stop

ORD19:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

28 Nov

ORD13:23Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 37m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,650

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American Airlines

13 Mar

MEL12:00Melbourne

33h 04m

1 stop

ORD05:04Chicago O'Hare Intl

27 Mar

ORD15:02Chicago O'Hare Intl

21h 58m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,707

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American Airlines

17 Jan

MEL12:00Melbourne

23h 13m

2 stops

ORD18:13Chicago O'Hare Intl

20 Feb

ORD11:16Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 14m

1 stop

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,727

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American Airlines

17 Jan

MEL16:05Melbourne

21h 34m

1 stop

ORD20:39Chicago O'Hare Intl

20 Feb

ORD14:55Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 35m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,733

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MELORD

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Tue 2/12

08:00-14:41

2 stops23h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/12

15:40-10:05

2 stops25h 25m

$1,357

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

06:40-14:41

2 stops24h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/3

15:40-12:35

2 stops28h 55m

$1,400

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

07:00-21:59

3 stops30h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/3

15:40-13:05

2 stops29h 25m

$1,416

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 2/12

12:00-16:08

1 stop21h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/12

13:15-05:00

1 stop22h 45m

$1,511

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 2/12

12:00-16:08

1 stop21h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/12

15:05-10:05

2 stops26h 00m

$1,562

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 24/2

11:30-14:45

1 stop20h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/3

14:10-10:00

2 stops26h 50m

$1,574

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 21/11

10:35-19:30

2 stops25h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/12

14:35-10:55

2 stops27h 20m

$1,695

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

12:00-05:04

1 stop33h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/3

15:02-05:00

1 stop21h 58m

$1,707

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 17/1

12:00-18:13

2 stops23h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 20/2

11:16-09:30

1 stop29h 14m

$1,727

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 28/12

11:30-22:59

1 stop28h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/1

17:16-10:00

1 stop23h 44m

$2,364

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Chicago

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

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, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,612.

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 $1,872. Flights from Melbourne to Chicago on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $2,122. 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 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 $1,804. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $2,083.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $1,751 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 for as low as $1,377 on momondo.

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How far is Melbourne to Chicago by plane?
Melbourne and Chicago are 15561.6 km apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 20h 15m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to Chicago are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Chicago?
The number of operators available for flights from Melbourne to Chicago is 6 as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Chicago?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The required travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to Chicago

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,073	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 927 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,173	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 521 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,181	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,038 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,348	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,400 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,551	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,998 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $2,188	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 424 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

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