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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Illinois from $760

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 4/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ORD
13 Sep — 20 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 14 August 2026.

Thu 20/810:55 -
1 stop22h 37m
Thu 27/815:35 -
1 stop25h 40m
Deal found 12/8$1,372
Wed 9/910:00 -
2 stops24h 58m
Tue 15/917:59 -
2 stops46h 51m
Deal found 12/8$1,464
Sat 10/1009:45 -
2 stops24h 35m
Mon 2/1119:05 -
2 stops23h 25m
Deal found 12/8$1,650
Sat 10/1014:35 -
1 stop19h 45m
Mon 2/1119:05 -
1 stop40h 55m
Deal found 12/8$1,685
Thu 10/912:10 -
2 stops26h 17m
Wed 16/915:48 -
2 stops30h 57m
Deal found 11/8$1,750
Mon 7/909:45 -
1 stop28h 14m
Mon 14/917:11 -
1 stop20h 49m
Deal found 10/8$1,798
Sat 26/910:55 -
1 stop22h 48m
Sat 3/1019:01 -
2 stops46h 14m
Deal found 12/8$1,811
Mon 7/910:55 -
2 stops40h 45m
Sun 27/915:12 -
2 stops26h 03m
Deal found 10/8$1,814
Tue 8/910:55 -
2 stops24h 05m
Tue 15/912:59 -
2 stops28h 16m
Deal found 11/8$1,832
Tue 8/910:55 -
2 stops26h 05m
Tue 22/912:59 -
2 stops28h 16m
Deal found 10/8$1,834
Wed 9/908:35 -
2 stops31h 24m
Tue 15/915:35 -
2 stops28h 20m
Deal found 9/8$1,848
Fri 23/1008:35 -
2 stops27h 30m
Sat 24/1016:11 -
2 stops24h 44m
Deal found 12/8$1,892

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 14 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,464

One-way from

$760

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,368
Delta
  • Delta
  • 9/9-15/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 71h 49m total
  • Melbourne to Illinois
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4/11
  • 4/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 13m total
  • Melbourne to Illinois
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High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 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 14 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Illinois that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL Melbourne - STL Lambert-St Louis

MELSTL

Melbourne

Sat 10/10

11:55-20:36

2 stops24h 41m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 2/11

13:08-09:30

3 stops27h 22m

$1,811

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 15/11

12:10-21:36

2 stops26h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/11

14:00-08:55

2 stops25h 55m

$2,138

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL Melbourne - STL Lambert-St Louis

MELSTL

Melbourne

Mon 28/9

10:55-21:21

2 stops25h 26m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 5/10

13:29-08:30

2 stops27h 01m

$2,194
Fastest return journey

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 21/9

10:55-20:26

1 stop24h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 29/9

16:40-08:15

1 stop24h 35m

$2,270

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 15/11

16:15-12:55

2 stops37h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/11

14:35-23:00

1 stop39h 25m

$2,286

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 15/11

15:35-12:55

1 stop38h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 25/11

14:35-12:30

1 stop28h 55m

$2,291

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 9/9

06:45-14:20

2 stops46h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 15/9

16:00-05:55

1 stop46h 55m

$2,345

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL Melbourne - STL Lambert-St Louis

MELSTL

Melbourne

Sat 10/10

08:35-23:44

3 stops31h 09m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 2/11

13:40-10:55

3 stops28h 15m

$2,374

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - MDW Chicago Midway

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 7/10

11:00-22:33

2 stops27h 33m

Chicago Midway

Tue 13/10

17:15-08:50

2 stops47h 35m

$2,446

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - MDW Chicago Midway

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 7/10

11:00-18:00

2 stops23h 00m

Chicago Midway

Wed 14/10

09:29-08:50

2 stops31h 21m

$2,447

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Illinois

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Illinois (average of $1,359). Flying from Melbourne to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,777). 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 above average for this route at the moment.
Melbourne to Illinois flights typically cost between $1,328 and $1,389 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,750 on Air New Zealand (10 Sept–16 Sept).

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 14 August 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
254 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
254 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
254 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
662 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
254 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
1,081 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
254 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
10,112 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
254 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
11,925 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
254 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 24h 41m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,811. The distance from Melbourne to Illinois is about 15255 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 $1,359). Flying from Melbourne to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,777). 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 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Illinois

Discover the top 5 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 14 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$592Average$1,584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,244Average$1,910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,328Average$1,618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,332Average$1,545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,686Average$1,974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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