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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Illinois from $699

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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ORD
26 Aug — 2 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Illinois

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 July 2026.

Sun 26/709:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 05m
United Airlines
Sat 8/814:33
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops26h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,368
Sun 23/810:55
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop20h 41m
United Airlines
Sun 30/816:00
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop25h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,369
Fri 21/809:30
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop22h 35m
United Airlines
Fri 28/816:45
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops24h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,385
Tue 28/710:55
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop29h 04m
United Airlines
Mon 3/821:35
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop43h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 27/7$1,408
Fri 24/709:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop23h 27m
American Airlines
Sun 2/817:10
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop22h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/7$1,434
Sun 6/913:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops31h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/913:02
ORD
-
MEL
3 stops32h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7$1,456
Sun 6/913:30
MEL
-
MDW
3 stops36h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/906:25
MDW
-
MEL
3 stops39h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,538
Wed 9/910:00
MEL
-
BMI
2 stops27h 34m
Delta
Wed 16/912:04
BMI
-
MEL
2 stops28h 46m
Delta
Deal found 25/7$1,599
Tue 27/1022:45
MEL
-
BMI
2 stops31h 12m
American Airlines
Sat 31/1014:30
BMI
-
MEL
2 stops46h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 27/7$1,656
Mon 7/909:45
MEL
-
STL
2 stops28h 57m
American Airlines
Sun 27/918:43
STL
-
MEL
2 stops26h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/7$1,729
Thu 13/806:00
MEL
-
STL
3 stops29h 24m
Air Canada
Mon 17/814:40
STL
-
MEL
3 stops29h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 24/7$1,792
Mon 7/910:55
MEL
-
STL
1 stop22h 44m
United Airlines
Sun 27/907:08
STL
-
MEL
1 stop34h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/7$1,809

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated 27 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,369

One-way from

$699

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,582
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 23/8-30/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 56m total
  • Melbourne to Illinois
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7/9
  • 7/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 57m total
  • Melbourne to Illinois
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 27 July 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 23/8

10:55-16:36

1 stop20h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 30/8

16:00-08:15

1 stop25h 15m

$1,369

MelbourneBloomington

MEL - BMI

MELBMI

Melbourne

Wed 9/9

10:00-22:34

2 stops27h 34m

Bloomington-Normal

Wed 16/9

12:04-07:50

2 stops28h 46m

$1,599

MelbourneBloomington

MEL - BMI

MELBMI

Melbourne

Tue 27/10

22:45-13:57

2 stops31h 12m

Bloomington-Normal

Sat 31/10

14:30-05:00

2 stops46h 30m

$1,656

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

09:45-23:42

2 stops28h 57m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 27/9

18:43-12:40

2 stops26h 57m

$1,729

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

10:55-18:39

1 stop22h 44m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 27/9

07:08-08:15

1 stop34h 07m

$1,809

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

16:10-15:05

1 stop37h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 17/9

19:20-22:05

1 stop35h 45m

$2,218

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

08:35-07:55

2 stops38h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 17/9

16:40-10:55

2 stops27h 15m

$2,232

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

06:00-22:59

2 stops31h 59m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 17/8

15:32-11:40

2 stops29h 08m

$2,232

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

20:00-14:20

2 stops33h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 30/9

16:15-11:15

1 stop28h 00m

$2,287

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

06:00-20:31

3 stops29h 31m

Chicago Midway

Wed 30/9

07:25-12:05

3 stops37h 40m

$2,355

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Illinois

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Illinois from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Illinois

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Illinois (average of $1,449). Flying from Melbourne to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,822). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Illinois?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne to Illinois flights typically cost between $1,339 and $2,140 in August.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,369 on United Airlines (23 Aug–30 Aug).

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

Booking 29 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Illinois. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 27 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Melbourne to Illinois to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
655 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,067 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,045 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,837 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Illinois?

    A quick flight from Melbourne to Illinois can take about 20h 41m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,369. The distance from Melbourne to Illinois is about 15546 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Melbourne to Illinois?

    When deciding which route to take from Melbourne to Illinois, consider Melbourne - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Melbourne - Lambert-St Louis or Melbourne - Chicago Midway, as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Illinois (average of $1,449). Flying from Melbourne to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,822). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$597Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,036Average$1,632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,255Average$1,926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,343Average$1,558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,700Average$1,991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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