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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Illinois from $695

MEL — ORD
28 Nov — 5 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Illinois

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Illinois

Fri 13/1109:20 -
1 stop24h 35m
Wed 18/1122:45 -
1 stop39h 45m
Deal found 25/10$1,622
Wed 2/1209:20 -
1 stop24h 35m
Wed 2/1222:45 -
1 stop39h 45m
Deal found 28/10$1,676
Tue 10/1100:45 -
1 stop28h 45m
Tue 17/1114:10 -
1 stop39h 55m
Deal found 25/10$1,739
Thu 12/1115:30 -
1 stop38h 00m
Sun 6/1214:10 -
1 stop29h 20m
Deal found 26/10$1,740
Thu 29/1015:30 -
1 stop38h 00m
Sat 14/1114:10 -
1 stop39h 55m
Deal found 27/10$1,747
Wed 11/1112:10 -
2 stops27h 19m
Tue 17/1109:21 -
2 stops32h 34m
Deal found 25/10$1,783
Sun 1/1115:30 -
1 stop38h 00m
Sun 8/1114:10 -
1 stop39h 55m
Deal found 27/10$1,786
Thu 12/1108:15 -
2 stops30h 30m
Sun 6/1206:50 -
2 stops35h 05m
Deal found 28/10$1,787
Thu 29/1011:45 -
3 stops33h 28m
Sat 14/1106:30 -
3 stops38h 05m
Deal found 25/10$1,808
Sun 13/1206:00 -
2 stops27h 49m
Sun 20/1215:43 -
2 stops24h 47m
Deal found 29/10$3,661
Thu 10/1206:15 -
2 stops55h 48m
Thu 17/1215:43 -
2 stops38h 37m
Deal found 26/10$6,007
Sun 13/1222:30 -
2 stops39h 33m
Sun 20/1215:44 -
2 stops45h 41m
Deal found 29/10$25,515

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Illinois

Round-trip from

$1,622

One-way from

$695

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,732
Philippine Airlines
  • Philippine Airlines
  • 13/11-18/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Illinois
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26/11-31/12
  • 26/11-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 28h 18m total
  • Melbourne to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($276 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($103 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
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MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

13:45-00:21

3 stops27h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$768
Fastest return journey

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 18/11

09:20-16:55

1 stop24h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$891

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 5/11

00:45-12:30

1 stop28h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,040

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 15/11

23:40-14:30

1 stop31h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,094

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 29/3

17:10-15:05

1 stop37h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,119

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 22/11

11:30-06:14

1 stop35h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,143

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 8/11

19:55-14:30

2 stops35h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,276

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 10/11

15:45-14:30

2 stops39h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,276

MelbourneMoline

MEL Melbourne - MLI Moline Quad-City

MELMLI

Melbourne

Fri 11/12

16:10-00:16

2 stops49h 06m

Moline Quad-City

Wed 31/12

00:00-16:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,436

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 26/2

09:20-16:55

1 stop24h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/3

22:45-07:30

1 stop39h 45m

$1,668

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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 Airport to Illinois

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Illinois (average of $1,368). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Illinois in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,338). 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 Airport to Illinois?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to Illinois flights typically cost between $2,178 and $2,565 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,622 on Philippine Airlines (13 Nov–18 Nov).

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Illinois, you should look to book at least 29 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Illinois, such as Fiji Airways,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
261 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.5

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
261 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
261 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.5

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
676 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
261 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.5

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
1,121 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
261 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.5

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
7.3
Good
10,447 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
261 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.5

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
7.0
Good
12,206 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
261 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.5

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

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Illinois?

    Departing from Melbourne Airport to Illinois will take you 24h 35m. Melbourne Airport and Illinois are separated by a distance of 15546 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 - 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 Airport to Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Illinois (average of $1,368). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Illinois in September is currently the most expensive (average of $2,338). 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

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American AirlinesCheapest$546Average$1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,221Average$1,571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,292Average$2,061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,331Average$1,665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,690Average$1,979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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