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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Illinois from $617

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ORD
10 Mar — 17 Mar1
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 8 Şubat 2026.

Per 8/1006:15
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Çar 14/1019:40
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2$1,274
Çar 11/306:40
MEL
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ORD
2 stops24h 01m
Air Canada
Cum 27/315:35
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops29h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/2$1,307
Pzt 1/620:40
MEL
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ORD
2 stops33h 05m
Air Canada
Pzt 22/615:40
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops28h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 7/2$1,318
Sal 12/506:00
MEL
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ORD
2 stops23h 45m
Air Canada
Sal 2/615:40
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops28h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/2$1,327
Per 19/208:00
MEL
-
ORD
3 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Paz 22/215:35
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops29h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$1,329
Paz 17/520:45
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops33h 00m
Air Canada
Çar 27/515:40
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops28h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/2$1,332
Sal 12/506:00
MEL
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ORD
2 stops23h 45m
Air Canada
Pzt 1/621:15
ORD
-
MEL
3 stops46h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/2$1,338
Paz 17/520:45
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops33h 00m
Air Canada
Per 28/514:15
ORD
-
MEL
3 stops29h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/2$1,345
Çar 11/306:40
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 01m
Air Canada
Paz 22/320:40
ORD
-
MEL
3 stops47h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/2$1,351
Cmt 28/312:00
MEL
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STL
1 stop27h 58m
American Airlines
Cmt 4/409:35
STL
-
MEL
1 stop28h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,355
Cmt 28/312:00
MEL
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STL
1 stop27h 58m
American Airlines
Paz 5/411:46
STL
-
MEL
2 stops27h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,361
Per 8/1006:15
MEL
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ORD
2 stops24h 33m
Air Canada
Çar 14/1020:40
ORD
-
MEL
3 stops48h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/2$1,366

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 8 Şubat 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,274

One-way from

$617

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,465
Delta
  • Delta
  • 22/3-29/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 81h 49m total
  • Melbourne to Illinois
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1/6
  • 1/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 16m total
  • Melbourne to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($103 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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Average for round-trip flights in February 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 8 Şubat 2026.
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Price

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Cmt 28/3

12:00-23:58

1 stop27h 58m

Lambert-St Louis

Cmt 4/4

09:35-06:00

1 stop28h 25m

$1,355

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Cmt 28/3

12:00-23:58

1 stop27h 58m

Lambert-St Louis

Paz 5/4

11:46-06:45

2 stops27h 59m

$1,361

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Cum 13/3

06:40-14:41

2 stops24h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Cum 27/3

15:35-12:20

2 stops28h 45m

$1,375

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Pzt 1/6

20:30-14:45

2 stops33h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Pzt 22/6

15:40-11:20

2 stops28h 40m

$1,381

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Pzt 16/3

12:00-17:46

1 stop21h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Pzt 23/3

19:29-09:30

1 stop22h 01m

$1,489

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sal 24/3

12:00-18:40

1 stop22h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sal 31/3

13:40-06:45

1 stop25h 05m

$1,489

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Per 12/3

12:00-17:46

1 stop21h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Pzt 23/3

16:44-09:30

1 stop24h 46m

$1,496

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sal 24/3

10:30-20:00

2 stops25h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sal 31/3

16:03-09:15

2 stops25h 12m

$1,505

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Çar 11/3

09:10-17:54

2 stops24h 44m

Chicago Midway

Paz 22/3

19:20-07:00

2 stops43h 40m

$1,523

MelbourneBloomington

MEL - BMI

MELBMI

Melbourne

Çar 18/2

16:05-21:41

2 stops22h 36m

Bloomington-Normal

Paz 22/2

15:45-09:30

2 stops48h 45m

$1,546

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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

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 $865). Flying from Melbourne to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,065). 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 8 Şubat 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
582 reviews
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Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
988 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,259 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,255 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,698 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
582 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

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 01m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,375. The distance from Melbourne to Illinois is about 15546 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 ($756), American Airlines ($995), and United Airlines ($1,186).

  • 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 $865). Flying from Melbourne to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,065). 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 8 Şubat 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$962Average$1,463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,094Average$1,537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,101Average$1,753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,257Average$1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,258Average$1,809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,452Average$1,962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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