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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Illinois from $884

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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — ORD
8 Apr — 15 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 9 March 2026.

Sat 18/413:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/415:00
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,171
Mon 20/409:45
MEL
-
STL
1 stop29h 12m
American Airlines
Mon 27/414:37
STL
-
MEL
2 stops25h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,281
Wed 25/310:30
MEL
-
STL
2 stops22h 19m
United Airlines
Sun 29/318:05
STL
-
MEL
2 stops46h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,345
Fri 1/510:55
MEL
-
STL
1 stop22h 27m
United Airlines
Tue 2/609:06
STL
-
MEL
2 stops32h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,349
Wed 25/316:05
MEL
-
STL
1 stop19h 24m
American Airlines
Sun 29/314:31
STL
-
MEL
2 stops48h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,355
Wed 27/513:25
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops30h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/612:44
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops32h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,384
Sat 2/513:35
MEL
-
STL
1 stop20h 55m
Qantas Airways
Tue 2/606:36
STL
-
MEL
1 stop33h 09m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/3$1,399
Mon 20/409:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop22h 10m
American Airlines
Mon 27/411:43
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop26h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/3$1,490
Mon 20/413:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops24h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 27/414:00
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3$1,495
Wed 18/312:00
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops33h 25m
American Airlines
Sun 22/318:49
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop42h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,497
Mon 23/312:00
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop35h 25m
American Airlines
Wed 1/412:05
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops24h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,498
Mon 16/316:05
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop20h 35m
Qantas Airways
Tue 31/321:30
ORD
-
MEL
1 stop41h 15m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,538

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 9 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,171

One-way from

$884

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,520
18/4-25/4
  • 18/4-25/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 54h 57m total
  • Melbourne to Illinois
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 15/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 26m total
  • Melbourne to Illinois
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($159 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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MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 18/4

13:30-23:27

2 stops24h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 25/4

15:00-12:00

2 stops30h 00m

$1,171

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Mon 20/4

14:05-23:57

2 stops24h 52m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 27/4

14:37-06:45

2 stops25h 08m

$1,322

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

10:30-16:49

2 stops22h 19m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 29/3

18:05-08:30

2 stops46h 25m

$1,345

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

09:30-22:50

2 stops28h 20m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/6

13:38-08:15

2 stops27h 37m

$1,349
Fastest return journey

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

10:55-20:43

2 stops24h 48m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/6

16:48-08:15

2 stops24h 27m

$1,349

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

10:55-21:13

2 stops25h 18m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/6

16:48-08:15

2 stops24h 27m

$1,349

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Sat 2/5

10:55-20:43

2 stops24h 48m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/6

13:13-08:15

2 stops28h 02m

$1,349

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

16:05-19:29

1 stop19h 24m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 29/3

14:31-06:45

2 stops48h 14m

$1,355

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 23/3

12:00-07:25

1 stop35h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/4

12:05-05:00

2 stops24h 55m

$1,498

MelbourneChicago

MEL - MDW

MELMDW

Melbourne

Wed 22/4

10:00-22:28

2 stops27h 28m

Chicago Midway

Wed 29/4

14:12-07:50

2 stops26h 38m

$1,585

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Illinois

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Illinois (average of $963). Flying from Melbourne to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,062). 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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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 9 March 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
608 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
608 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
608 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
1,002 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
608 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
9,409 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
608 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
11,403 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
608 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
10,799 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
608 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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 to Illinois?

    A quick flight from Melbourne to Illinois can take about 22h 19m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,345. The distance from Melbourne to Illinois is about 15255 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 ($766), American Airlines ($994), and United Airlines ($1,225).

  • 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Illinois (average of $963). Flying from Melbourne to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,062). 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 9 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$959Average$1,466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,093Average$1,550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,155Average$1,853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,255Average$1,492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,450Average$1,959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,454Average$1,895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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