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Route Reference

Melbourne to Chicago

MEL
Melbourne
ORD
Chicago
Distance15,556 km / 9,666 miles
Estimated Flight Time≈ 18.3 hours nonstop
Origin Time ZoneAustralia/Melbourne
Destination Time ZoneAmerica/Chicago

Airlines Based in Australia or United States

These carriers are headquartered in one of the two countries on this route — check directly for current route-specific availability:

How This Route Appears in a GDS PNR

A segment on this route typically looks like this in a raw PNR:

2  BA 287 Y 15JUL 2*MELORD HK1  800A  2000P

The six-letter pair MELORD tells you the flight departs Melbourne and arrives in Chicago.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Melbourne from Chicago?

Melbourne (MEL) is approximately 15,556 km (9,666 miles) from Chicago (ORD).

How long is the flight from Melbourne to Chicago?

A nonstop flight from MEL to ORD takes roughly 18.3 hours, based on typical long-haul cruise speed. Actual time varies by aircraft, routing, and wind.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Chicago?

Melbourne is on Australia/Melbourne and Chicago is on America/Chicago — check both before planning connections or calling clients.

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