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Cheap flights from Australia to Illinois from $666

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 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — ORD
24 May — 31 May1
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 24 April 2026.

Wed 20/509:20
SYD
-
STL
2 stops41h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/516:48
STL
-
SYD
2 stops23h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,439
Mon 25/509:20
SYD
-
STL
2 stops41h 46m
Air Canada
Wed 5/812:10
STL
-
SYD
2 stops52h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 23/4$1,496
Wed 20/509:20
SYD
-
STL
2 stops26h 05m
Air Canada
Thu 28/513:05
STL
-
SYD
3 stops51h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 23/4$1,497
Mon 4/513:15
SYD
-
ORD
3 stops48h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/508:30
ORD
-
SYD
3 stops46h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4$1,506
Wed 3/613:20
SYD
-
ORD
3 stops48h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/607:12
ORD
-
SYD
3 stops47h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$1,517
Mon 4/506:00
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops38h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/506:55
ORD
-
SYD
3 stops48h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$1,525
Fri 22/509:20
SYD
-
STL
2 stops22h 13m
Air Canada
Fri 29/516:48
STL
-
SYD
2 stops23h 32m
Air Canada
Deal found 21/4$1,529
Fri 5/606:00
SYD
-
ORD
2 stops39h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 12/809:33
ORD
-
SYD
3 stops35h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4$1,532
Mon 8/613:15
SYD
-
ORD
3 stops46h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/607:12
ORD
-
SYD
3 stops47h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4$1,534
Fri 22/509:20
SYD
-
STL
2 stops26h 05m
Air Canada
Sun 31/513:05
STL
-
SYD
2 stops51h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 23/4$1,539
Sun 7/609:20
SYD
-
STL
2 stops50h 05m
Air Canada
Sun 14/613:05
STL
-
SYD
2 stops51h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 22/4$1,541
Thu 4/613:15
SYD
-
ORD
3 stops48h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/607:12
ORD
-
SYD
3 stops37h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$1,543

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 24 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,439

One-way from

$666

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,228
20/5-28/5
  • 20/5-28/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 65h 18m total
  • Australia to Illinois
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2/5
  • 2/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 25m total
  • Australia to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($200 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($69 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 24 April 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneBloomington

MEL - BMI

MELBMI

Melbourne

Thu 4/6

10:55-17:52

2 stops45h 57m

Bloomington-Normal

Thu 11/6

14:58-08:15

2 stops26h 17m

$1,639

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 8/6

10:55-22:59

1 stop27h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 15/6

16:30-08:15

1 stop24h 45m

$2,112

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 5/6

10:00-18:33

2 stops23h 33m

Chicago Midway

Fri 12/6

11:05-07:50

2 stops29h 45m

$2,127

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

10:00-18:33

2 stops23h 33m

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/6

12:45-07:50

2 stops28h 05m

$2,130

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Thu 4/6

22:15-21:00

1 stop37h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 27/6

00:30-20:00

1 stop28h 30m

$2,135

SydneySt. Louis

SYD - STL

SYDSTL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 20/5

09:10-23:59

1 stop29h 49m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 28/5

13:19-07:05

2 stops26h 46m

$2,147

SydneySt. Louis

SYD - STL

SYDSTL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/8

09:30-21:22

2 stops26h 52m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 6/9

13:18-07:00

2 stops26h 42m

$2,169

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/6

20:45-18:50

2 stops37h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/8

20:05-18:50

2 stops31h 45m

$2,173

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

13:30-21:45

2 stops23h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 25/6

18:00-12:00

2 stops27h 00m

$2,243

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Thu 4/6

22:15-21:00

1 stop37h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 28/6

20:05-20:00

2 stops32h 55m

$2,253

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Australia to Illinois?

The price you pay for your flight from Australia to Illinois may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 63 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Illinois (average of $172). Flying from Australia to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,178). 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.

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 24 April 2026.
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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
632 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
632 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
632 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,025 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
632 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,644 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
632 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,664 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
632 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,960 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
632 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after 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 United Airlines, Delta, and EVA Air fly from Australia to Illinois in about 23h 33m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 22h 24m. There are 15554 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 $178. Qantas Airways flights start at $648 while deals on Air New Zealand start at $741 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Illinois (average of $172). Flying from Australia to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,178). 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 9 airlines flying from Australia to Illinois

Discover the top 9 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 24 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$944Average$1,868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,060Average$1,640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,075Average$1,530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,091Average$1,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,249Average$2,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,361Average$1,881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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ANACheapest$1,470Average$1,586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,810Average$2,233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,125Average$2,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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