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 Delta 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 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.

$918 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 $1,751 to $2,843. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,260.

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07:10 - 14:41MEL-ORD

24h 31m2 stops

13:05 - 12:35ORD-MEL

31h 30m2 stops

$1,260Air Canada

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Tue, 3 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar

08:10 - 14:41MEL-ORD

23h 31m2 stops

14:00 - 13:05ORD-MEL

31h 05m3 stops

$1,271Air Canada

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06:40 - 14:41MEL-ORD

24h 01m2 stops

15:35 - 13:05ORD-MEL

29h 30m2 stops

$1,399Air Canada

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Fri, 13 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar

06:40 - 14:41MEL-ORD

24h 01m2 stops

15:35 - 12:20ORD-MEL

28h 45m2 stops

$1,400Air Canada

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18:50 - 14:41MEL-ORD

36h 51m2 stops

15:35 - 15:35ORD-MEL

31h 00m2 stops

$1,466Air Canada

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Sat, 17 Jan - Fri, 20 Feb

12:00 - 23:40MEL-ORD

28h 40m1 stop

13:40 - 09:30ORD-MEL

27h 50m1 stop

$1,550American Airlines

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Tue, 3 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar

09:45 - 17:24MEL-ORD

22h 39m1 stop

17:52 - 06:45ORD-MEL

21h 53m1 stop

$1,551Qantas Airways

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Fri, 15 May - Mon, 8 Jun

10:00 - 21:45MEL-MDW

26h 45m2 stops

14:00 - 07:40MDW-MEL

26h 40m2 stops

$2,146Delta

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Fri, 15 May - Mon, 8 Jun

10:10 - 17:37MEL-MDW

24h 27m2 stops

18:45 - 07:40MDW-MEL

45h 55m2 stops

$2,148Delta

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Sun, 1 Mar - Tue, 14 Apr

19:35 - 17:20MEL-MDW

38h 45m2 stops

09:45 - 05:00MDW-MEL

26h 15m1 stop

$3,536Multiple Airlines

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United Airlines flights from Melbourne to Chicago

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United Airlines

14 May

MEL10:55Melbourne

22h 59m

2 stops

ORD18:54Chicago O'Hare Intl

5 June

ORD12:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 30m

2 stops

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,624

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1 Mar

MEL13:00Melbourne

21h 04m

1 stop

ORD17:04Chicago O'Hare Intl

14 Apr

ORD12:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 30m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,626

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15 May

MEL10:55Melbourne

24h 27m

2 stops

ORD20:22Chicago O'Hare Intl

4 June

ORD16:17Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 58m

1 stop

MEL08:15Melbourne

$1,699

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Air Canada flights from Melbourne to Chicago

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Air Canada

3 Mar

MEL07:10Melbourne

24h 31m

2 stops

ORD14:41Chicago O'Hare Intl

17 Mar

ORD13:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 30m

2 stops

MEL12:35Melbourne

$1,260

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Air Canada

3 Mar

MEL08:10Melbourne

23h 31m

2 stops

ORD14:41Chicago O'Hare Intl

17 Mar

ORD14:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 05m

3 stops

MEL13:05Melbourne

$1,271

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Air Canada

13 Mar

MEL06:40Melbourne

24h 01m

2 stops

ORD14:41Chicago O'Hare Intl

27 Mar

ORD15:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 30m

2 stops

MEL13:05Melbourne

$1,399

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MEL - ORD

MELORD

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Tue 3/3

07:10-14:41

2 stops24h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/3

13:05-12:35

2 stops31h 30m

$1,260

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

08:10-14:41

2 stops23h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/3

14:00-13:05

3 stops31h 05m

$1,271

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

06:40-14:41

2 stops24h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/3

15:35-13:05

2 stops29h 30m

$1,399

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

06:40-14:41

2 stops24h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/3

15:35-12:20

2 stops28h 45m

$1,400

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 17/1

18:50-14:41

2 stops36h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 20/2

15:35-15:35

2 stops31h 00m

$1,466

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

12:00-23:40

1 stop28h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/3

13:40-09:30

1 stop27h 50m

$1,550

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

09:45-17:24

1 stop22h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/6

17:52-06:45

1 stop21h 53m

$1,551

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

10:00-21:45

2 stops26h 45m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/6

14:00-07:40

2 stops26h 40m

$2,146

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Sun 1/3

10:10-17:37

2 stops24h 27m

Chicago Midway

Tue 14/4

18:45-07:40

2 stops45h 55m

$2,148

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Sat 17/1

19:35-17:20

2 stops38h 45m

Chicago Midway

Fri 23/1

09:45-05:00

1 stop26h 15m

$3,536

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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 March to fly from Melbourne, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,617.

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 $1,869. Flights from Melbourne to Chicago on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $2,118. 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 $1,801. Flights in the evening are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of $2,079.

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 $1,769 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 $1,374 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	20h 24m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne to Chicago takes 20h 24m

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 20m, 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 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 $1,066	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 947 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,171	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 542 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,179	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,045 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,345	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,497 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,548	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,064 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $2,184	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 426 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

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