How long is the flight from Melbourne to Illinois?

A quick flight from Melbourne to Illinois can take about 24h 44m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,643. The distance from Melbourne to Illinois is about 15546 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to Illinois?

United Airlines, Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand are the most popular airlines when flying from Melbourne to Illinois.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to IL?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne to Illinois as you normally would.

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.

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Round-trip from	$1,413
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Popular in	September
Cheapest in	August
Average price	$1,625

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Illinois (average of $1,376). Flying from Melbourne to Illinois in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,352). 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 below average for this route at the moment.

Melbourne to Illinois flights typically cost between $2,191 and $2,581 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,413 on Qantas Airways (18 Jan–25 May).

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

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

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262 reviews

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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

262 reviews

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262 reviews

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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

682 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

262 reviews

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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

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Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

262 reviews

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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

7.3

Good

10,462 reviews

Fiji Airways

8.0

Very Good

262 reviews

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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

7.0

Good

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Fiji Airways

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262 reviews

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1 / 20

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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.

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How long is the flight from Melbourne to Illinois?
A quick flight from Melbourne to Illinois can take about 24h 44m. Qantas Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,643. 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Illinois (average of $1,376). Flying from Melbourne to Illinois in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,352). 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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American Airlines	Cheapest$549	Average$1,450	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$1,228	Average$1,558	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,300	Average$2,049	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$1,339	Average$1,725	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	Cheapest$1,700	Average$1,991	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Melbourne to Illinois flights typically cost between $2,191 and $2,581 in January.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,413 on Qantas Airways (18 Jan–25 May).

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

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Melbourne to Illinois flights typically cost between $2,191 and $2,581 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,413 on Qantas Airways (18 Jan–25 May).