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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Illinois from $837

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 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ORD
13 Apr — 20 Apr1
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 March 2026.

Sat 25/413:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/515:00
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,169
Thu 30/413:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/507:30
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops37h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3$1,220
Mon 27/413:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/514:39
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops30h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/3$1,328
Sun 26/413:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops31h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/505:15
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops40h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,337
Mon 27/420:30
MEL
-
STL
3 stops57h 55m
Air Canada
Mon 4/514:20
STL
-
MEL
3 stops29h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 12/3$1,352
Fri 31/706:00
MEL
-
STL
3 stops47h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/914:40
STL
-
MEL
3 stops29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,405
Mon 27/420:50
MEL
-
STL
3 stops57h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/514:20
STL
-
MEL
3 stops30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/3$1,406
Mon 27/413:35
MEL
-
STL
1 stop20h 55m
American Airlines
Mon 4/512:27
STL
-
MEL
2 stops25h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,413
Wed 27/520:30
MEL
-
STL
3 stops38h 34m
Air Canada
Sun 31/507:05
STL
-
MEL
3 stops37h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 12/3$1,415
Mon 1/613:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops30h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/612:44
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops32h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3$1,416
Wed 15/413:25
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops25h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 22/407:30
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops37h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,420
Mon 27/413:35
MEL
-
STL
1 stop20h 55m
Qantas Airways
Mon 4/515:38
STL
-
MEL
1 stop22h 22m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 13/3$1,422

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 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,169

One-way from

$837

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,519
25/4-2/5
  • 25/4-2/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 54h 57m total
  • Melbourne to Illinois
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14/5
  • 14/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 37m total
  • Melbourne to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($160 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 14 March 2026.
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Depart

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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Mon 27/4

20:30-15:25

3 stops57h 55m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 4/5

14:20-11:05

3 stops29h 45m

$1,352

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 21/6

10:00-12:39

2 stops41h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/7

14:55-07:50

1 stop25h 55m

$1,634

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

09:45-18:29

2 stops23h 44m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 27/9

16:14-10:35

2 stops27h 21m

$1,709

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 24/4

10:00-22:28

2 stops27h 28m

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/5

14:12-07:50

2 stops26h 38m

$1,762

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

10:00-18:31

2 stops23h 31m

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/8

18:45-07:50

2 stops46h 05m

$1,897

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 21/6

10:00-17:30

1 stop22h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/7

18:59-07:50

2 stops45h 51m

$1,914

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

20:50-20:00

3 stops38h 10m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 27/9

14:40-11:25

3 stops29h 45m

$1,938

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

13:35-18:29

1 stop19h 54m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 27/9

19:45-05:00

1 stop42h 15m

$2,086

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

10:55-18:24

1 stop22h 29m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 27/9

09:13-08:15

2 stops32h 02m

$2,134

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Sat 27/6

06:00-23:56

2 stops32h 56m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/8

06:30-06:45

1 stop33h 15m

$2,140

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

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Illinois (average of $963). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,060). 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 14 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Illinois, such as Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,004 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,422 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,464 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,800 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
610 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

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 Airport to Illinois?

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to Illinois will take you 23h 44m. Melbourne Airport and Illinois are separated by a distance of 15255 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $765 on Qantas Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $993 and United Airlines from $1,224 one-way.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Melbourne Airport to Illinois, consider Melbourne - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Melbourne - Lambert-St Louis 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 Airport to Illinois?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Illinois (average of $963). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,060). 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 14 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$967Average$1,476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,092Average$1,549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,154Average$1,749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,254Average$1,491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,255Average$1,751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,449Average$1,958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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