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

Delta, Virgin Australia, and LATAM Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Chicago

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 60% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 5 as of December 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.

$900 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 $1,634 to $2,832. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,500.

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12:00 - 19:29

MEL

ORD

24h 29m2 stops

15:23 - 09:30

ORD

MEL

25h 07m2 stops

$1,500American Airlines

Mon, 19 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb

12:00 - 15:57

MEL

ORD

20h 57m1 stop

10:19 - 05:00

ORD

MEL

25h 41m1 stop

$1,503American Airlines

Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb

10:10 - 22:07

MEL

MDW

28h 57m2 stops

13:05 - 07:50

MDW

MEL

27h 45m2 stops

$1,520Delta

Wed, 14 Jan - Mon, 11 May

10:10 - 08:40

MEL

ORD

39h 30m2 stops

15:50 - 07:50

ORD

MEL

25h 00m2 stops

$1,520Delta

Wed, 14 Jan - Mon, 11 May

10:10 - 17:29

MEL

MDW

24h 19m2 stops

09:53 - 08:00

MDW

MEL

29h 07m2 stops

$1,530Delta

Wed, 4 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb

12:00 - 21:23

MEL

ORD

26h 23m1 stop

16:30 - 09:30

ORD

MEL

24h 00m1 stop

$1,562Multiple Airlines

Thu, 5 Feb - Thu, 12 Feb

12:00 - 17:59

MEL

ORD

22h 59m2 stops

11:16 - 09:30

ORD

MEL

29h 14m1 stop

$1,563American Airlines

Thu, 5 Feb - Thu, 12 Feb

12:00 - 21:23

MEL

ORD

26h 23m1 stop

15:17 - 06:45

ORD

MEL

24h 28m1 stop

$1,569American Airlines

Sat, 17 Jan - Tue, 12 May

13:00 - 06:25

MEL

ORD

34h 25m1 stop

10:51 - 09:30

ORD

MEL

29h 39m1 stop

$1,578United Airlines

Thu, 5 Feb - Thu, 12 Feb

10:35 - 22:43

MEL

MDW

29h 08m2 stops

09:45 - 05:00

MDW

MEL

26h 15m1 stop

$3,098Multiple Airlines

Mon, 19 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb

United Airlines flights from Melbourne to Chicago

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne to Chicago flight tickets

United Airlines

5 Feb

MEL11:30Melbourne

35h 55m

2 stops

ORD06:25Chicago O'Hare Intl

12 Feb

ORD10:51Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 39m

1 stop

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,578

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United Airlines

7 Feb

MEL11:30Melbourne

22h 34m

2 stops

ORD17:04Chicago O'Hare Intl

14 Feb

ORD20:07Chicago O'Hare Intl

44h 23m

1 stop

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,593

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United Airlines

13 Mar

MEL12:00Melbourne

24h 00m

2 stops

ORD20:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

27 Mar

ORD16:08Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 22m

2 stops

MEL08:30Melbourne

$1,651

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Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne to Chicago

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Virgin Australia

15 Jan

MEL11:30Melbourne

20h 20m

1 stop

ORD14:50Chicago O'Hare Intl

9 May

ORD21:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

43h 55m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,653

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Virgin Australia

7 Jan

MEL11:30Melbourne

30h 28m

1 stop

ORD00:58Chicago O'Hare Intl

13 Jan

ORD16:16Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 49m

2 stops

MEL10:05Melbourne

$2,799

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Virgin Australia

7 Jan

MEL11:30Melbourne

30h 28m

1 stop

ORD00:58Chicago O'Hare Intl

13 Jan

ORD14:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 50m

1 stop

MEL09:30Melbourne

$3,045

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MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

12:00-19:29

2 stops24h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/2

15:23-09:30

2 stops25h 07m

$1,500

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

12:00-15:57

1 stop20h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/2

10:19-05:00

1 stop25h 41m

$1,503

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 14/1

10:10-22:07

2 stops28h 57m

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/5

13:05-07:50

2 stops27h 45m

$1,520

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 14/1

10:10-08:40

2 stops39h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/5

15:50-07:50

2 stops25h 00m

$1,520

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

10:10-17:29

2 stops24h 19m

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/2

09:53-08:00

2 stops29h 07m

$1,530

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 5/2

12:00-21:23

1 stop26h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/2

16:30-09:30

1 stop24h 00m

$1,562

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 5/2

12:00-17:59

2 stops22h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/2

11:16-09:30

1 stop29h 14m

$1,563

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 17/1

12:00-21:23

1 stop26h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/5

15:17-06:45

1 stop24h 28m

$1,569

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 5/2

13:00-06:25

1 stop34h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/2

10:51-09:30

1 stop29h 39m

$1,578

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

10:35-22:43

2 stops29h 08m

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/2

09:45-05:00

1 stop26h 15m

$3,098

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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 February, then you should wait until August to fly from Melbourne, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,559.

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 $1,833. Flights from Melbourne to Chicago on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $2,077. 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 $1,766. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $2,039.

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 $1,734 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 $1,348 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	20h 25m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne to Chicago takes 20h 25m

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

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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 25m, 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 5 as of December 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 $1,022	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 951 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,149	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 557 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,156	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,054 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,319	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,554 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,529	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,111 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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