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$576+ 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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MEL
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Melbourne are usually found in June or September, booked 22 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Melbourne

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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,182
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$576
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$898
From Chicago O'Hare Intl to Melbourne
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/257:25 amORD - MEL
2 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/12:15 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,182
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/267:25 amORD - MEL
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/210:35 amMEL - ORD
2 stops29h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$1,228
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/66:30 amORD - MEL
2 stops38h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/192:30 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops25h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,244
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 11/253:00 pmORD - MEL
2 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/67:00 amMEL - ORD
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$1,251
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 11/32:30 pmORD - MEL
2 stops27h 25mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/1612:10 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops27h 49mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/10$1,287
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 11/181:00 pmORD - MEL
2 stops28h 55mAir New Zealand
Wed 1/1412:10 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops25h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/11$1,288
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/101:00 pmORD - MEL
2 stops28h 55mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/2312:10 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops27h 49mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/10$1,292
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/36:35 amORD - MEL
3 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/1612:10 pmMEL - ORD
3 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,300
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Mon 10/273:40 pmORD - MEL
2 stops27h 15mAir New Zealand
Sun 11/912:10 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops26h 07mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/11$1,302
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Tue 10/283:40 pmORD - MEL
2 stops27h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 11/412:10 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops24h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/10$1,303
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/277:25 amORD - MEL
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/910:35 amMEL - ORD
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,304
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Wed 11/263:04 pmORD - AVV
2 stops30h 06mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/38:10 amAVV - ORD
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,679

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne that are best for you.

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ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/3

2:30 pm-10:55 am

2 stops27h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 11/16

12:10 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops27h 49m

$1,287

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/7

8:20 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops31h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 1/28

10:55 pm-10:05 am

2 stops52h 10m

$1,367

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/5

10:53 am-9:30 am

2 stops29h 37m

Melbourne

Sun 1/18

11:30 am-6:49 pm

2 stops24h 19m

$1,535

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/13

7:40 pm-9:15 am

1 stop21h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 10/26

10:30 am-7:30 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$1,605

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/10

7:15 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 11/21

2:15 pm-9:18 pm

2 stops24h 03m

$1,651

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - AVV

ORDAVV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/26

3:04 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops30h 06m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 12/3

8:10 am-9:25 pm

2 stops30h 15m

$1,679

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - AVV

ORDAVV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/31

8:13 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops35h 02m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 2/10

6:00 am-3:59 pm

2 stops26h 59m

$1,685

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - AVV

ORDAVV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/13

3:14 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops30h 56m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 10/26

6:00 am-4:50 pm

2 stops26h 50m

$1,775

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/7

9:01 am-9:30 am

1 stop31h 29m

Melbourne

Wed 1/28

1:00 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop22h 48m

$1,781

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - AVV

ORDAVV

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/20

7:01 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops35h 49m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 11/2

5:00 am-3:55 pm

2 stops26h 55m

$1,808

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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 August 29, 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 22 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 September 11, 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 16% 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 September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

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 27h 25m. Air New Zealand provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,287. There are 9660 mi between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Melbourne. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $772. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from $801, and American Airlines, from $853. Fiji Airways is 36% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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.

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    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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$772Average$1,305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$801Average$1,302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$853Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$896Average$1,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,264Average$1,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,452Average$1,588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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