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$566+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — CHI
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Melbourne to Chicago are usually found in March or February, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
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$1,117
(American Airlines)

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$566
(Mytrip)
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/258:00 amMEL - ORD
2 stops22h 58mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/73:20 pmORD - MEL
1 stop23h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,333
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/213:35 pmMEL - ORD
1 stop38h 25mCathay Pacific
Sat 11/302:40 pmORD - MEL
2 stops34h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/20$1,559
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/48:00 amMEL - ORD
3 stops28h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/73:40 pmORD - MEL
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,568
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/211:00 pmMEL - ORD
1 stop25h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/3011:55 pmORD - MEL
1 stop41h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,611
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/47:45 amMEL - ORD
3 stops28h 47mAir Canada
Sat 12/78:25 pmORD - MEL
3 stops50h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 11/19$1,711
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/258:10 amMEL - ORD
2 stops38h 44mVirgin Australia
Tue 1/78:25 pmORD - MEL
2 stops46h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/20$1,772
This Air Tahiti Nui deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Tahiti Nui is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:50 pmMEL - ORD
3 stops51h 22mAir Tahiti Nui
Tue 1/73:20 pmORD - MEL
3 stops38h 50mAir Tahiti Nui
Deal found 11/20$1,975
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/203:25 amMEL - ORD
2 stops52h 30mEmirates
Sat 11/307:45 pmORD - MEL
2 stops31h 50mEmirates
Deal found 11/20$2,881

Find flights from Melbourne to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 1/14

4:20 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop20h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/28

11:47 am-5:40 am

1 stop24h 53m

$1,117

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 1/14

6:45 am-2:39 pm

2 stops24h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/28

3:40 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops30h 35m

$1,256

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 12/4

1:00 pm-12:37 pm

1 stop40h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/7

8:00 pm-9:30 am

1 stop44h 30m

$1,635

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 12/4

7:45 am-7:32 pm

3 stops28h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/7

8:25 pm-3:35 pm

3 stops50h 10m

$1,711

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 12/25

8:10 am-5:54 am

2 stops38h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/7

8:25 pm-11:35 am

2 stops46h 10m

$1,772

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 12/25

6:50 pm-5:12 am

3 stops51h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/7

3:20 pm-11:10 pm

3 stops38h 50m

$1,975

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 1/13

3:25 am-2:55 pm

2 stops52h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/28

7:45 pm-6:25 am

1 stop41h 40m

$2,332

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 12/16

12:45 am-1:00 pm

1 stop29h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/12

2:40 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop28h 50m

$2,666

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 1/4

9:30 am-6:30 am

1 stop38h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/11

11:00 am-8:00 am

1 stop28h 00m

$2,975

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 1/4

11:30 pm-5:12 am

2 stops46h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/11

3:20 pm-6:50 am

2 stops46h 30m

$3,138

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Compare providers for flights from Melbourne to Chicago

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Melbourne Airport-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Melbourne Airport-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Melbourne Airport-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Chicago

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Chicago

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Chicago including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Chicago. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 39 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

ANA
8.4
Very good
833 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Finnair
7.7
Good
1,300 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
878 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.5

Crew

9.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Chicago round-trip from $1,117. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,635, and Air Canada, from $1,711. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago for 15% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Chicago one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qantas Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $710. United Airlines flights start at $843 while deals on Virgin Australia start at $973 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to Chicago

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$851Average$1,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$990Average$1,689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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