Cheap flights from Australia to Illinois from $877

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 14/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — ORD
3 Jan — 10 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Illinois

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 December 2025.

Thu 4/1210:45BNE - ORD
1 stop19h 56mAir Canada
Mon 8/1207:05ORD - BNE
2 stops57h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 1/12$1,396
Thu 4/1209:40BNE - ORD
2 stops37h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/1212:10ORD - BNE
2 stops24h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/12$1,401
Wed 3/1211:20SYD - ORD
1 stop21h 42mAmerican Airlines
Wed 31/1215:13ORD - SYD
1 stop24h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,491
Wed 3/1211:20SYD - ORD
2 stops37h 40mAir Canada
Wed 31/1212:50ORD - SYD
2 stops27h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 2/12$1,518
Sun 7/1217:45SYD - STL
1 stop23h 12mQantas Airways
Sun 14/1213:20STL - SYD
1 stop24h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/12$1,571
Sun 7/1211:20SYD - STL
2 stops25h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sun 14/1213:20STL - SYD
2 stops26h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,572
Thu 4/1210:40SYD - MDW
2 stops30h 07mDelta
Mon 8/1218:40MDW - SYD
2 stops44h 50mDelta
Deal found 30/11$1,803
Thu 25/1211:20SYD - ORD
1 stop20h 12mUnited Airlines
Fri 23/114:40ORD - SYD
1 stop25h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,873
Wed 24/1211:50SYD - ORD
1 stop27h 47mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/118:25ORD - SYD
1 stop21h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/12$1,875
Thu 25/1211:20SYD - ORD
1 stop36h 39mAmerican Airlines
Fri 23/111:44ORD - SYD
2 stops27h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,908
Fri 5/1206:00MEL - STL
2 stops34h 57mQantas Airways
Tue 9/1217:30STL - MEL
2 stops35h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/12$1,990
Thu 25/1211:20SYD - ORD
1 stop20h 21mAir Canada
Fri 23/115:35ORD - SYD
1 stop25h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 3/12$2,070

Find flight deals from Australia to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated 4 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,254

One-way from

$877

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,257
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 3/3-17/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 56h 01m total
  • Australia to Illinois
Delta
  • Delta
  • 14/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 15m total
  • Australia to Illinois
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($687 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($102 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to Illinois that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 4 December 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

10:10-20:37

2 stops27h 27m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/2

06:00-08:00

2 stops33h 00m

$1,318

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Fri 30/1

10:10-23:37

2 stops30h 27m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 11/2

07:10-08:00

2 stops31h 50m

$1,318

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

10:10-20:37

2 stops27h 27m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 11/2

13:00-08:00

2 stops26h 00m

$1,318

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Wed 4/2

10:10-21:38

2 stops28h 28m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 10/2

17:04-08:00

2 stops45h 56m

$1,318

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Fri 30/1

10:10-20:37

2 stops27h 27m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 10/2

17:04-08:00

2 stops45h 56m

$1,321

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

10:10-08:53

2 stops39h 43m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 11/2

09:59-08:00

2 stops29h 01m

$1,321

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Fri 30/1

10:10-20:43

2 stops27h 33m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 7/2

17:56-08:00

2 stops69h 04m

$1,324

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Wed 11/3

09:45-19:45

2 stops49h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 28/3

15:35-07:05

1 stop24h 30m

$1,330

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Wed 11/3

05:05-14:41

2 stops24h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 28/3

14:00-07:05

2 stops26h 05m

$1,371

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

16:05-19:29

1 stop20h 24m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/2

09:34-09:30

2 stops30h 56m

$1,389

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Illinois

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Illinois

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Illinois?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Illinois (average of $921). Flying from Australia to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,594). 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 AU to IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Australia to Illinois is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 12% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Australia to Illinois?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Australia to Illinois. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Australia to Illinois flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated 4 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from Australia to Illinois. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Illinois. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Australia to Illinois?

    Airlines like Delta, Air Canada, and American Airlines fly from Australia to Illinois in about 27h 27m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 21h 33m. There are 15255 km between Australia and Illinois. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to Illinois one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $193. Qantas Airways flights start at $572 while deals on Cathay Pacific start at $1,000 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to Illinois that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to Illinois flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Illinois?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to Illinois.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to Illinois?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to Illinois 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 Australia to Illinois?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Illinois (average of $921). Flying from Australia to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,594). 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 10 airlines flying from Australia to Illinois

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Illinois. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 4 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$966Average$1,577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,166Average$1,653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,173Average$1,696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,186Average$1,711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,354Average$2,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,476Average$2,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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ANACheapest$1,595Average$1,725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,963Average$2,340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,173Average$3,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,477Average$3,162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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