Travelling from Chicago to Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB): What you need to know
Melbourne is one hour ahead of Chicago. Melbourne Orlando International Airport is located in Melbourne, which follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Your flight from Chicago to MLB won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
If you're going away during a popular month like July, get to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The journey from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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70% of flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can arrive at MDW from central Chicago in approximately 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.
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Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure shows how often flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is roughly 145 kilometres from central Chicago. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 40 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours.
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The on-time performance rate of RFD is 71%. To put it simply, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to Melbourne Orlando International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near MLB instead:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your Chicago to Melbourne Orlando International Airport flight.
You'll find MLB at 1 Air Terminal Parkway, Suite 220.
Getting from Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB) to central Melbourne
Melbourne Orlando International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes around 15 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It'll take around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB)
132 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Melbourne Orlando International Airport. Return flights start at 379 €. These prices may change based on demand.
To find cheap flights from Chicago to MLB, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB)
October is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB), while January is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Melbourne based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Chicago to MLB plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Melbourne to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Melbourne Orlando International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Melbourne
Start your Melbourne trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Melbourne Orlando International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Melbourne when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Start exploring at Historic Rossetter House Museum and Gardens followed by Andretti Thrill Park and Foosaner Art Museum.
Explore more of the United States
Melbourne has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres north of Melbourne, a visit to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in the United States, consider Miami, about 257 kilometres south of Melbourne. Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami are the start of reasons to visit.