Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5, which is 16 hours behind Melbourne.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your MEL to ORD flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between MEL and ORD:
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight is Rs174,155. A return ticket is currently Rs320,954. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MEL to ORD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to O'Hare International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MEL to ORD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to O'Hare International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% touch down on time at their destination.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to MEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to O'Hare International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Book a hotel close to ORD if you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Chicago and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
O'Hare International Airport to the centre of Chicago has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to O'Hare International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Chicago. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Chicago is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to O'Hare International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to ORD in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC and 3ºC then.
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