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

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, and Cathay Pacific 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 58% 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.

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 January 2026.

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.

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12:10 - 00:45

MEL

ORD

27h 35m

2 stops

16:00 - 10:55

ORD

MEL

27h 55m

2 stops

$1,475Air New Zealand

Thu, 30 Apr - Tue, 5 May

12:10 - 20:23

MEL

ORD

24h 13m

2 stops

14:35 - 09:25

ORD

MEL

26h 50m

2 stops

$1,485Air New Zealand

Tue, 10 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar

12:00 - 18:40

MEL

ORD

22h 40m

1 stop

19:29 - 09:30

ORD

MEL

22h 01m

1 stop

$1,494American Airlines

Tue, 10 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar

16:05 - 20:40

MEL

ORD

20h 35m

1 stop

10:49 - 05:00

ORD

MEL

26h 11m

1 stop

$1,497American Airlines

Wed, 11 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar

10:10 - 18:40

MEL

MDW

25h 30m

2 stops

14:00 - 07:50

MDW

MEL

26h 50m

2 stops

$1,497Delta

Wed, 4 Mar - Mon, 31 Aug

11:30 - 17:05

MEL

ORD

21h 35m

1 stop

14:45 - 08:30

ORD

MEL

25h 45m

2 stops

$1,508United Airlines

Tue, 10 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar

10:10 - 18:40

MEL

MDW

25h 30m

2 stops

14:00 - 07:50

MDW

MEL

26h 50m

2 stops

$1,510Delta

Wed, 4 Mar - Mon, 24 Aug

13:30 - 05:50

MEL

ORD

31h 20m

2 stops

06:00 - 06:45

ORD

MEL

33h 45m

1 stop

$1,518Multiple Airlines

Sun, 19 Apr - Thu, 23 Apr

12:00 - 20:00

MEL

ORD

24h 00m

2 stops

16:08 - 08:30

ORD

MEL

24h 22m

2 stops

$1,658United Airlines

Fri, 13 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar

16:05 - 23:20

MEL

MDW

23h 15m

1 stop

14:41 - 17:00

MDW

MEL

34h 19m

2 stops

$2,483Multiple Airlines

Mon, 9 Mar - Mon, 16 Mar

American Airlines flights from Melbourne to Chicago

Our best American Airlines deals on Melbourne to Chicago flight tickets

American Airlines

10 Mar

MEL12:00Melbourne

22h 40m

1 stop

ORD18:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

17 Mar

ORD19:29Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 01m

1 stop

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,494

American Airlines

11 Mar

MEL16:05Melbourne

20h 35m

1 stop

ORD20:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

18 Mar

ORD10:49Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 11m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,497

American Airlines

11 Mar

MEL16:05Melbourne

21h 35m

2 stops

ORD21:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

18 Mar

ORD19:29Chicago O'Hare Intl

22h 01m

1 stop

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,503

United Airlines flights from Melbourne to Chicago

Our best United Airlines deals on Melbourne to Chicago flight tickets

United Airlines

10 Mar

MEL11:30Melbourne

21h 35m

1 stop

ORD17:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

17 Mar

ORD14:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 45m

2 stops

MEL08:30Melbourne

$1,508

United Airlines

29 Jan

MEL11:30Melbourne

22h 34m

2 stops

ORD17:04Chicago O'Hare Intl

11 Feb

ORD15:59Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 31m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,518

United Airlines

12 Mar

MEL10:30Melbourne

20h 25m

1 stop

ORD14:55Chicago O'Hare Intl

19 Mar

ORD14:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 25m

2 stops

MEL09:00Melbourne

$1,592

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MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

12:10-00:45

2 stops27h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/5

16:00-10:55

2 stops27h 55m

$1,475

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MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

12:10-20:23

2 stops24h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/3

14:35-09:25

2 stops26h 50m

$1,485

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

12:00-18:40

1 stop22h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/3

19:29-09:30

1 stop22h 01m

$1,494

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

16:05-20:40

1 stop20h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/3

10:49-05:00

1 stop26h 11m

$1,497

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 4/3

10:10-18:40

2 stops25h 30m

Chicago Midway

Mon 31/8

14:00-07:50

2 stops26h 50m

$1,497

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

11:30-17:05

1 stop21h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/3

14:45-08:30

2 stops25h 45m

$1,508

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 4/3

10:10-18:40

2 stops25h 30m

Chicago Midway

Mon 24/8

14:00-07:50

2 stops26h 50m

$1,510

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 19/4

13:30-05:50

2 stops31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 23/4

06:00-06:45

1 stop33h 45m

$1,518

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 13/3

12:00-20:00

2 stops24h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 27/3

16:08-08:30

2 stops24h 22m

$1,658

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Mon 9/3

16:05-23:20

1 stop23h 15m

Chicago Midway

Mon 16/3

14:41-17:00

2 stops34h 19m

$2,483

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Chicago

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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, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,521.

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 $1,673 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 $1,258 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	24h 13m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne to Chicago takes 24h 13m

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 24h 13m, 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 January 2026.
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 $985	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 977 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,113	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 574 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,120	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,189 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,278	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,656 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,476	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,144 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,481	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,198 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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