$664 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to Melbourne

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Chicago to Melbourne departing on 25/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Chicago to Melbourne, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Chicago to Melbourne, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest return fare
$1,330
Typical prices: $1,772-$2,204
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/4Sun 3/5
ORD - MEL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$664
Typical prices: $1,208-$1,427
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/4
ORD - MEL • 2 stops
Top airlines
Fiji Airways
Cheapest • from $1,628 (return)
Qantas Airways
Best reviews • 7.5 score
Airline reviews
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When to book
2 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Melbourne (CHI-MEL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Chicago to Melbourne that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Chicago to Melbourne

Sun, 26 Apr - Sun, 3 May
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14:00 - 12:25
ORD
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MEL
31h 25m
2 stops
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13:30 - 05:35
MEL
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ORD
31h 05m
2 stops
$1,330Multiple Airlines
Sat, 9 May - Thu, 28 May
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15:00 - 12:00
ORD
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MEL
30h 00m
2 stops
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13:30 - 23:27
MEL
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ORD
24h 57m
2 stops
$1,363Multiple Airlines
Sun, 26 Apr - Sun, 3 May
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05:15 - 12:25
ORD
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MEL
40h 10m
2 stops
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13:30 - 05:35
MEL
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ORD
31h 05m
2 stops
$1,364Multiple Airlines
Sat, 9 May - Thu, 28 May
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15:00 - 12:00
ORD
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MEL
30h 00m
2 stops
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13:30 - 23:27
MEL
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ORD
24h 57m
2 stops
$1,372Multiple Airlines
Mon, 11 May - Fri, 15 May
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05:15 - 12:25
ORD
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MEL
40h 10m
2 stops
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13:30 - 05:35
MEL
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ORD
31h 05m
2 stops
$1,400Multiple Airlines
Sat, 25 Apr - Sat, 2 May
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18:56 - 19:20
ORD
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MEL
33h 24m
2 stops
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07:30 - 21:13
MEL
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ORD
28h 43m
2 stops
$1,628Fiji Airways
Tue, 5 May - Sun, 31 May
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18:38 - 07:50
MDW
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MEL
46h 12m
2 stops
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10:00 - 21:09
MEL
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MDW
26h 09m
2 stops
$2,093Delta
Wed, 20 May - Sun, 31 May
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13:22 - 07:50
MDW
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MEL
27h 28m
2 stops
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10:00 - 18:33
MEL
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MDW
23h 33m
2 stops
$2,096Delta
Tue, 18 Aug - Tue, 1 Sep
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20:25 - 14:20
ORD
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AVV
50h 55m
2 stops
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08:50 - 15:54
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ORD
46h 04m
2 stops
$2,846Qantas Airways
Mon, 3 Aug - Tue, 18 Aug
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08:59 - 14:20
ORD
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38h 21m
2 stops
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16:40 - 15:54
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ORD
38h 14m
2 stops
$2,853Qantas Airways
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Melbourne flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Melbourne to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Chicago to Melbourne?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chicago to Melbourne departing in April.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Melbourne?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Melbourne, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Melbourne is March, where tickets cost $1,143 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $3,014 and $2,295 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Melbourne, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to Melbourne, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 37% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Cheapest flight$664
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Melbourne

When to book flights from Chicago to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Chicago to Melbourne

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Melbourne?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Melbourne was $664 for a one-way ticket and $1,330 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Melbourne?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Melbourne?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Melbourne.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Melbourne?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Melbourne?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Melbourne?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Melbourne from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Chicago to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Melbourne. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Chicago to Melbourne? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
Qantas AirwaysOverall score based on 1004 reviews
8.1Crew
7.4Comfort
7.0Food
7.7Boarding
7.2Entertainment
Airline reviews

My experience was great overall. Tanya was particularly friendly and helpful the entire trip. I was very pleased with her customer service skills. The plane was an older aircraft but the entire way was comfortable with barely any turbulence at all. Qantas should speed up its fleet renovation. Totally recommend using this airline.

10.0 ExcellentFernando, Feb 2026
PER - BNE
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My experience was great overall. Tanya was particularly friendly and helpful the entire trip. I was very pleased with her customer service skills. The plane was an older aircraft but the entire way was comfortable with barely any turbulence at all. Qantas should speed up its fleet renovation. Totally recommend using this airline.

Qantas is always subpar beyond comfy chairs for a domestic flight

I liked boarding the plane. The staff were rude, the food was appalling and the chairs the most uncomfortable I have ever experienced

an hour late, then had to disembark on back stairs and take 4 flights up to get to main airport. No warning, and difficulty for those with canes and poor knees.

Well my expórtenle with Qantas it wasn’t that good KLM from Bs Aires was delay Santiago Chile Qantas QF 028 was still in the airport but the crew didn’t opened the door for me soo I lost my fly And I stuck in the airport 13 hrs waiting for next fly by Latam Arline My question is can I have my money back for business class

It was ok, the additional baggage charges were a bit excessive given winter is a time for skiing. To have to pay $600 extra for skis was tantamount to robbery. Airlines should consider sporting goods as baggage. Likewise, they should consider increasing the number of bags allowed on international flights to known ski destinations.

Flight was canceled. I was not alerted. It was only kayak that alerted me

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

Couldn't access entertainment on app as said in an email

Excellent as always, I won't fly to Australia, and back to the US on any other airline. The flight crew is always top notch, and have a way to make one feel extra special. Thank you for your service, I would rate Qantas Airways a 10+.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Chicago to Melbourne

Cabin class types available on flights from Chicago to Melbourne

Cabin classes available on flights from Chicago to Melbourne. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.
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