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$436+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Melbourne

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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — MEL
Feb 5 — Feb 121
Thu 2/5
Thu 2/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 6, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/206:40 pmORD - MEL
1 stop21h 50mQantas Airways
Fri 1/306:45 amMEL - ORD
2 stops25h 12mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/4$928
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/254:49 pmORD - MEL
2 stops31h 26mQantas Airways
Fri 3/612:00 pmMEL - ORD
1 stop21h 37mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/5$929
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/149:21 pmORD - MEL
2 stops49h 14mQantas Airways
Sat 2/2112:00 pmMEL - ORD
1 stop22h 46mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/4$932
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/216:40 pmORD - MEL
2 stops44h 40mQantas Airways
Mon 2/212:00 pmMEL - ORD
1 stop21h 49mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/4$951
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/202:15 pmORD - MEL
2 stops49h 05mQantas Airways
Fri 2/2012:00 pmMEL - ORD
1 stop21h 37mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/2$952
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/214:49 pmORD - MEL
2 stops37h 56mQantas Airways
Wed 4/89:45 amMEL - ORD
1 stop23h 01mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/5$954
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/184:49 pmORD - MEL
2 stops37h 56mQantas Airways
Mon 3/309:45 amMEL - ORD
1 stop27h 56mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/3$975
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/204:49 pmORD - MEL
2 stops37h 56mQantas Airways
Mon 3/309:45 amMEL - ORD
1 stop27h 56mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/2$976
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/234:45 pmORD - MEL
2 stops37h 00mQantas Airways
Sun 3/812:00 pmMEL - ORD
1 stop21h 46mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/5$987
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/234:49 pmORD - MEL
2 stops47h 31mQantas Airways
Wed 4/89:45 amMEL - ORD
1 stop22h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/4$1,049
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/119:35 amMDW - MEL
2 stops29h 25mDelta
Sun 3/229:10 amMEL - MDW
2 stops25h 30mDelta
Deal found 1/4$1,469
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/303:35 pmORD - AVV
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/144:25 pmAVV - ORD
2 stops39h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3$1,612

Find flight deals from Chicago to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 January 6, 2026.

Round-trip from

$928
(oojo)

One-way from

$436
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$1,504
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Melbourne 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 6, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Melbourne that are best for you.

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ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

6:00 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops28h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 2/27

6:45 am-4:37 pm

2 stops26h 52m

$1,312

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/5

2:40 pm-8:15 am

2 stops26h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 4/29

10:55 am-5:05 pm

1 stop21h 10m

$1,453

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/1

10:50 am-8:30 am

1 stop29h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

10:55 am-5:05 pm

1 stop21h 10m

$1,453

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/4

9:20 pm-8:15 am

1 stop43h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 4/29

9:30 am-2:27 pm

1 stop19h 57m

$1,453

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/4

9:20 pm-8:15 am

1 stop43h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 5/4

10:55 am-5:05 pm

1 stop21h 10m

$1,453

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/5

2:40 pm-8:15 am

2 stops26h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

10:55 am-5:05 pm

1 stop21h 10m

$1,453

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/18

6:20 pm-9:00 am

1 stop22h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 3/29

11:55 am-8:27 pm

1 stop24h 32m

$1,458

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/17

6:20 pm-9:00 am

1 stop22h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 3/31

11:55 am-8:27 pm

1 stop24h 32m

$1,458

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/24

6:20 pm-8:30 am

1 stop22h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 4/1

11:55 am-8:26 pm

2 stops24h 31m

$1,462

ChicagoMelbourne

MDW - MEL

MDWMEL

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/11

12:47 pm-7:00 am

2 stops26h 13m

Melbourne

Sun 3/22

9:10 am-10:31 pm

2 stops29h 21m

$1,469

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Melbourne

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Melbourne from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Melbourne

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on January 2, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 64 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Melbourne (average of $491). Flying from Chicago to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $960). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated January 6, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways from Chicago to Melbourne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
216 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
216 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
216 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
565 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
216 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
966 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
216 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,134 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
216 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,082 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
216 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Melbourne?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Melbourne can take about 26h 13m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,469. The distance between Chicago and Melbourne is about 9665 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Fiji Airways, at $796, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to Melbourne.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qantas Airways and American Airlines. Fiji Airways is priced at 38% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $512 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qantas Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $544 and $844, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Melbourne?

    The most popular route from Chicago to Melbourne is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Melbourne. You may also consider Chicago Midway - Melbourne or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Melbourne Avalon.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Melbourne 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 Chicago to Melbourne?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Melbourne (average of $491). Flying from Chicago to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $960). 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 6 airlines flying from Chicago to Melbourne

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Melbourne. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$796Average$1,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$799Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$844Average$902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$872Average$1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,264Average$1,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,445Average$1,555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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