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$578+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MEL
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2211:16 amORD - MEL
2 stops35h 19mQantas Airways
Mon 12/296:45 amMEL - ORD
2 stops27h 06mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/21$1,324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Wed 12/242:31 pmORD - MEL
2 stops25h 59mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/1111:30 amMEL - ORD
2 stops24h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,749
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Tue 12/237:57 pmORD - MEL
1 stop44h 33mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/2312:00 pmMEL - ORD
1 stop21h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,770
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/2512:45 pmORD - MEL
1 stop28h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/2510:30 amMEL - ORD
1 stop25h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,806
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Thu 12/255:31 pmORD - MEL
2 stops45h 29mDelta
Wed 3/259:10 amMEL - ORD
2 stops28h 24mDelta
Deal found 12/22$1,817
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/253:47 pmORD - MEL
1 stop24h 43mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/811:30 amMEL - ORD
1 stop20h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,856
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/234:46 pmORD - MEL
2 stops32h 59mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/237:00 amMEL - ORD
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,906
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/2310:00 pmORD - MEL
1 stop42h 30mAir New Zealand
Mon 3/2312:10 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops25h 28mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/23$1,992
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Thu 12/254:45 pmORD - MEL
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/87:00 amMEL - ORD
2 stops30h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$2,010
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/254:45 pmORD - AVV
2 stops30h 05mQantas Airways
Thu 1/86:00 amAVV - ORD
2 stops25h 57mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/23$3,669
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/2411:53 amORD - AVV
2 stops34h 57mQantas Airways
Mon 1/124:25 pmAVV - ORD
2 stops24h 34mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/23$13,172

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 December 23, 2025.

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$1,055
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One-way from

$578
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December

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June

Average price

$1,577
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ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/7

5:37 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops32h 08m

Melbourne

Sat 2/14

7:00 am-9:33 pm

2 stops31h 33m

$1,104

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/7

8:50 am-9:30 am

1 stop31h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 2/14

4:05 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop23h 18m

$1,118

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/26

6:40 pm-9:30 am

1 stop21h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 2/3

12:00 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop21h 49m

$1,134

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/23

4:45 pm-9:30 am

1 stop24h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 4/6

9:00 am-5:48 pm

2 stops23h 48m

$1,249

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/11

4:00 pm-10:55 am

2 stops26h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 3/22

10:35 am-9:38 pm

2 stops27h 03m

$1,265

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/23

2:00 pm-12:35 pm

3 stops30h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 4/8

6:00 am-2:43 pm

2 stops23h 43m

$1,281

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/21

2:00 pm-12:35 pm

3 stops30h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 4/6

8:30 pm-2:43 pm

2 stops33h 13m

$1,284

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/27

3:35 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops29h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 3/4

8:00 am-7:45 pm

3 stops28h 45m

$1,285

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/7

3:35 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops29h 40m

Melbourne

Sat 2/14

7:30 am-7:45 pm

3 stops29h 15m

$1,285

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/23

2:00 pm-12:35 pm

3 stops30h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 4/6

8:30 pm-7:25 pm

3 stops37h 55m

$1,290

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Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 10 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne (average of $491). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 December 23, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
211 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
211 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
211 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
556 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
211 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
949 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
211 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
9,106 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
211 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
11,054 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
211 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne?

    A quick flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne can take about 31h 40m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,118. There are 9660 mi between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Melbourne.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne round-trip from $796. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from $800, and American Airlines, from $844. Fiji Airways is 32% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qantas Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $512. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne (average of $491). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl to Melbourne

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$793Average$1,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$796Average$1,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$844Average$917FlexibilityNo 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$1,556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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