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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Illinois from $1,169

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 22/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ORD
31 Jul — 7 Aug1
1 adult
Wed 31/7
Wed 7/8

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Melbourne to Illinois, book at least 58 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 66% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,641 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $1,641.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Illinois?

Flights from Melbourne to Illinois lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Melbourne to Illinois in March, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,223.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to IL?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne to Illinois as you normally would.

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Melbourne to Illinois

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia for the route between Melbourne and Illinois. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Consider these cheap Virgin Australia flights we've found departing from Melbourne to Illinois. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Wed 4/909:30MEL - ORD
1 stop22h 12mVirgin Australia
Sat 28/919:36ORD - MEL
2 stops23h 59mVirgin Australia
Deal found 24/7$1,889
Wed 4/906:00MEL - ORD
2 stops25h 42mVirgin Australia
Sat 28/919:36ORD - MEL
2 stops24h 59mVirgin Australia
Deal found 24/7$1,927
Wed 4/910:55MEL - ORD
1 stop24h 55mVirgin Australia
Sat 28/908:45ORD - MEL
1 stop32h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 24/7$2,132

Cheap United Airlines flights from Melbourne to Illinois

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Melbourne and Illinois. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest United Airlines flights travelling from Melbourne to Illinois. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Thu 5/910:55MEL - ORD
2 stops24h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 18/918:10ORD - MEL
1 stop23h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,598
Fri 15/1111:30MEL - ORD
1 stop24h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 24/1221:05ORD - MEL
1 stop43h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,837
Thu 5/910:55MEL - ORD
2 stops25h 12mUnited Airlines
Wed 18/916:09ORD - MEL
2 stops24h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,878
Wed 11/909:30MEL - ORD
2 stops22h 37mUnited Airlines
Wed 25/916:09ORD - MEL
2 stops25h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,880
Tue 1/1010:55MEL - ORD
1 stop21h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 14/1007:10ORD - MEL
1 stop33h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,887
Sun 29/910:55MEL - ORD
2 stops24h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 13/1015:55ORD - MEL
2 stops25h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/7$1,956
Fri 6/909:30MEL - ORD
1 stop20h 01mUnited Airlines
Tue 24/910:40ORD - MEL
1 stop30h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,979
Fri 6/910:55MEL - ORD
1 stop21h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 24/914:10ORD - MEL
2 stops27h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,985
Fri 15/1108:30MEL - ORD
2 stops28h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 24/1222:00ORD - MEL
1 stop43h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,988

Cheap Melbourne to Illinois flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to Illinois specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Prices were last updated on 26 July 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Melbourne to Illinois in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Mon 26/810:55MEL - ORD
1 stop27h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/915:43ORD - MEL
1 stop24h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,874
Sat 24/810:55MEL - ORD
1 stop33h 43mUnited Airlines
Sat 31/821:05ORD - MEL
1 stop44h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,948
Sat 31/806:05MEL - ORD
2 stops23h 16mAir Canada
Thu 17/1015:40ORD - MEL
2 stops28h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 25/7$2,017
Sat 24/810:55MEL - ORD
2 stops37h 43mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/910:35ORD - MEL
2 stops30h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$2,023
Fri 26/710:55MEL - ORD
1 stop28h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/820:22ORD - MEL
2 stops44h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$2,045
Sat 31/811:55MEL - ORD
2 stops27h 24mAmerican Airlines
Thu 17/1014:52ORD - MEL
1 stop23h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/7$2,052
Fri 26/713:00MEL - ORD
1 stop21h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/807:19ORD - MEL
1 stop32h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/7$2,098
Fri 26/706:00MEL - ORD
3 stops29h 44mAir Canada
Sat 3/815:40ORD - MEL
2 stops29h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 25/7$2,100
Fri 26/706:00MEL - ORD
2 stops23h 21mAir Canada
Sat 3/815:40ORD - MEL
2 stops30h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 25/7$2,179

Melbourne to Illinois 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and Illinois in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Melbourne to Illinois in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Thu 5/910:55MEL - ORD
2 stops24h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 18/918:10ORD - MEL
1 stop23h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,598
Tue 29/1016:20MEL - ORD
1 stop20h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/1115:15ORD - MEL
1 stop21h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,872
Mon 26/810:55MEL - ORD
1 stop27h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/915:43ORD - MEL
1 stop24h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,874
Thu 5/910:55MEL - ORD
2 stops25h 12mUnited Airlines
Wed 18/916:09ORD - MEL
2 stops24h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,878
Fri 1/1110:40MEL - ORD
1 stop28h 57mQantas Airways
Sat 9/1120:28ORD - MEL
1 stop42h 12mQantas Airways
Deal found 25/7$1,906
Tue 29/1006:10MEL - ORD
2 stops24h 29mAir Canada
Thu 7/1115:40ORD - MEL
2 stops30h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 25/7$1,933
Thu 31/1006:30MEL - ORD
2 stops24h 09mAir Canada
Thu 7/1115:40ORD - MEL
2 stops30h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 25/7$1,936
Thu 31/1010:40MEL - ORD
1 stop21h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/1115:08ORD - MEL
1 stop23h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,948
Fri 1/1107:00MEL - ORD
2 stops23h 39mAir Canada
Thu 7/1115:40ORD - MEL
2 stops30h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 25/7$2,011

One-way flights to Illinois from Melbourne

Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Illinois. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Melbourne to Illinois, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those seeking round-trip flights from Melbourne to Illinois should utilise the search form at the top of the page.
Tue 22/1015:00MEL - ORD
3 stops31h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,169
Tue 22/1011:55MEL - ORD
1 stop22h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,181
Tue 22/1011:55MEL - ORD
2 stops25h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,230
Thu 29/813:00MEL - STL
2 stops24h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,249
Mon 21/1000:45MEL - ORD
1 stop29h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/7$1,316
Mon 21/1000:45MEL - ORD
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,337
Sat 28/1208:40MEL - ORD
2 stops38h 29mChina Southern
Deal found 25/7$1,765
Thu 29/811:55MEL - STL
1 stop25h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,831
Thu 29/811:55MEL - STL
1 stop25h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,838

Find flights from Melbourne to Illinois within your budget

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 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.

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MelbourneChicago O'Hare Intl

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 5/9

2 stops24h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/9

1 stop23h 05m

$1,598

MelbourneLambert-St Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Tue 8/10

3 stops29h 30m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 21/10

3 stops52h 00m

$1,860

MelbourneChicago O'Hare Intl

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 29/10

1 stop20h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/11

1 stop21h 30m

$1,872

MelbourneLambert-St Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Mon 7/10

3 stops29h 10m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 21/10

3 stops52h 00m

$1,884

MelbourneChicago O'Hare Intl

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 4/9

1 stop22h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 28/9

2 stops23h 59m

$1,889

MelbourneChicago O'Hare Intl

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 1/11

1 stop28h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/11

1 stop42h 12m

$1,906

MelbourneChicago O'Hare Intl

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 28/10

1 stop29h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/11

1 stop28h 50m

$2,172

MelbourneChicago O'Hare Intl

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 2/11

2 stops36h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/11

2 stops31h 25m

$2,421

MelbourneChicago O'Hare Intl

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 31/10

2 stops56h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/11

2 stops45h 18m

$2,453

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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 26 July 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, United Airlines and American Airlines from Melbourne to Illinois have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.7
Very Good
70 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.0

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.7
Very Good
70 reviews
8.7
Very Good
70 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.0

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.5
Very Good
862 reviews
8.7
Very Good
70 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.0

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.2
Very Good
1,367 reviews
8.7
Very Good
70 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.0

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.1
Very Good
3,754 reviews
8.7
Very Good
70 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.0

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

7.8
Good
945 reviews
8.7
Very Good
70 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Food

8.0

Crew

8.9

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Melbourne to Illinois for under $1,600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne to Illinois for under $1,600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $1,598, but on average you can expect to pay $1,901.

  • 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 American Airlines ($1,230), Cathay Pacific ($1,316), and China Southern ($1,765).

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

  • What does MEL to ORD mean?

    This is defined as Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). Codes like Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Moline Quad-City Airport (MLI), Greater Peoria Airport (PIA), Bloomington-Normal Airport (BMI), Springfield Capital Airport (SPI) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Illinois that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to Illinois flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to Illinois with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to Illinois flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Illinois that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to Illinois offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to Illinois?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to Illinois flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Melbourne to Illinois flight deals updated?

    The Melbourne to Illinois flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 25/7.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to Illinois?

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Illinois (average of $937). Flying from Melbourne to Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,591). 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 7 airlines flying from Melbourne to Illinois

Discover the top 7 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 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$660Average$1,992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$987Average$1,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,396Average$2,662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,527Average$1,766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,712Average$2,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,824Average$2,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$3,017Average$3,436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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