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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Illinois from $907

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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ORD
3 Jun — 10 Jun1
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 4 May 2026.

Wed 27/509:45
MEL
-
STL
1 stop29h 11m
Qantas Airways
Wed 3/606:35
STL
-
MEL
1 stop33h 10m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,540
Thu 28/509:45
MEL
-
STL
1 stop29h 11m
American Airlines
Thu 4/614:37
STL
-
MEL
2 stops25h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,547
Sat 2/509:45
MEL
-
STL
1 stop29h 12m
American Airlines
Thu 4/614:58
STL
-
MEL
2 stops24h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,554
Sun 14/609:45
MEL
-
STL
2 stops26h 52m
American Airlines
Sun 21/613:45
STL
-
MEL
2 stops26h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 30/4$1,572
Sun 14/609:45
MEL
-
STL
1 stop29h 11m
Qantas Airways
Sun 21/619:24
STL
-
MEL
1 stop42h 36m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,575
Wed 27/510:00
MEL
-
STL
2 stops24h 03m
Delta
Wed 3/608:53
STL
-
MEL
2 stops31h 57m
Delta
Deal found 29/4$1,579
Mon 4/510:55
MEL
-
STL
2 stops26h 50m
Lufthansa
Thu 4/611:25
STL
-
MEL
2 stops29h 50m
Lufthansa
Deal found 29/4$1,582
Wed 27/508:15
MEL
-
STL
2 stops23h 18m
American Airlines
Wed 3/608:36
STL
-
MEL
1 stop29h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,597
Tue 11/813:25
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops31h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 17/821:13
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop42h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5$1,739
Tue 10/1112:00
MEL
-
STL
2 stops22h 56m
Delta
Tue 19/107:30
STL
-
MEL
2 stops33h 20m
Delta
Deal found 1/5$1,795
Wed 3/620:30
MEL
-
STL
3 stops38h 39m
Air Canada
Sun 7/614:15
STL
-
MEL
3 stops30h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 29/4$1,832
Tue 3/1123:40
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop31h 50m
Qatar Airways
Mon 16/1115:08
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops33h 42m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/5$1,915

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 4 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,540

One-way from

$907

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,522
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 27/5-3/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 21m total
  • Melbourne to Illinois
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9/8
  • 9/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 30h 58m total
  • Melbourne to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($104 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($41 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 4 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

10:00-19:03

2 stops24h 03m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 3/6

08:53-07:50

2 stops31h 57m

$1,579

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

20:30-20:09

3 stops38h 39m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 7/6

08:40-11:05

3 stops35h 25m

$1,835

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

09:45-23:56

1 stop29h 11m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 4/6

06:35-12:40

2 stops39h 05m

$1,862

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 11/8

22:45-20:04

2 stops36h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 19/8

19:20-16:50

1 stop30h 30m

$1,922

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

10:55-19:31

2 stops23h 36m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 27/9

13:27-08:15

2 stops27h 48m

$2,008

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

20:50-20:09

3 stops38h 19m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 3/6

14:15-10:35

3 stops29h 20m

$2,063

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 8/8

10:55-19:05

2 stops23h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 17/8

15:55-07:30

2 stops24h 35m

$2,118

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 11/8

10:55-16:42

1 stop20h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 19/8

12:40-07:30

1 stop27h 50m

$2,118

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Sun 9/8

10:00-18:25

2 stops23h 25m

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/9

09:20-07:50

2 stops31h 30m

$2,279

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

10:00-18:31

2 stops23h 31m

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/9

14:00-07:50

2 stops26h 50m

$2,279

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Illinois

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

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

Booking 62 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.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Illinois (average of $171). Flying from Melbourne to Illinois in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,273). 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?

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 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

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
640 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

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
1,030 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

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
9,683 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

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
11,668 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

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
10,998 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

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 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 24h 03m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,579. The distance from Melbourne to Illinois is about 15255 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne to Illinois are Qantas Airways ($670), American Airlines ($971), and United Airlines ($1,012).

  • 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 - Chicago Midway or Melbourne - Bloomington-Normal, 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Illinois (average of $171). Flying from Melbourne to Illinois in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,273). 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 6 airlines flying from Melbourne to Illinois

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$581Average$1,711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$939Average$1,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,068Average$1,517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,210Average$1,398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,314Average$1,871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,418Average$1,937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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