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Cheap flights from Illinois to Melbourne Airport from $874

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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MEL
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Melbourne

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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 April 2026.

Mon 4/505:20
ORD
-
MEL
3 stops40h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 19/513:25
MEL
-
ORD
3 stops48h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4$1,693
Sat 13/619:23
STL
-
MEL
1 stop21h 52m
United Airlines
Mon 20/710:55
MEL
-
STL
1 stop22h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/4$1,784
Sat 13/609:23
STL
-
MEL
2 stops31h 52m
United Airlines
Sun 19/710:55
MEL
-
STL
1 stop22h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/4$1,790
Sun 3/505:50
ORD
-
MEL
3 stops39h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/513:30
MEL
-
ORD
3 stops46h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$1,799
Mon 18/508:30
ORD
-
MEL
3 stops36h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/513:30
MEL
-
ORD
3 stops46h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4$1,857
Sun 6/908:00
ORD
-
MEL
3 stops37h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/913:30
MEL
-
ORD
3 stops36h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4$1,880
Mon 24/817:45
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/914:45
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4$1,932
Sun 16/817:45
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops52h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 22/814:45
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4$1,960
Mon 2/1116:25
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops53h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/1113:30
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops41h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$1,961
Sun 16/817:45
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops52h 50m
ANA
Sun 30/808:00
MEL
-
ORD
2 stops45h 55m
ANA
Deal found 21/4$1,982
Fri 1/521:44
ORD
-
MEL
2 stops47h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 18/509:45
MEL
-
ORD
1 stop35h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4$2,001
Mon 14/917:11
STL
-
MEL
1 stop20h 49m
Qantas Airways
Tue 22/909:45
MEL
-
STL
1 stop28h 17m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 17/4$2,044

Find flight deals from Illinois to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated 21 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,693

One-way from

$874

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,583
4/5-19/5
  • 4/5-19/5
  • 6 total stops
  • 88h 41m total
  • Illinois to Melbourne
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1/9
  • 1/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 30m total
  • Illinois to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($518 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($116 potential savings vs. average return price).
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St. LouisMelbourne

STL - MEL

STLMEL

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 5/6

19:23-08:15

1 stop21h 52m

Melbourne

Fri 12/6

10:55-18:17

1 stop22h 22m

$1,784

St. LouisMelbourne

STL - MEL

STLMEL

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 14/6

14:57-08:15

2 stops26h 18m

Melbourne

Mon 20/7

10:55-21:26

2 stops25h 31m

$1,790

St. LouisMelbourne

STL - MEL

STLMEL

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 13/6

19:23-08:15

1 stop21h 52m

Melbourne

Wed 22/7

10:55-23:57

2 stops28h 02m

$1,790

St. LouisMelbourne

STL - MEL

STLMEL

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 14/6

14:57-08:15

2 stops26h 18m

Melbourne

Tue 21/7

10:55-20:43

2 stops24h 48m

$1,790

St. LouisMelbourne

STL - MEL

STLMEL

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 14/9

17:11-05:00

1 stop20h 49m

Melbourne

Tue 22/9

09:45-23:02

1 stop28h 17m

$2,044

St. LouisMelbourne

STL - MEL

STLMEL

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 18/6

19:52-07:50

2 stops44h 58m

Melbourne

Sun 19/7

10:00-18:59

2 stops23h 59m

$2,109

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 20/5

16:35-08:15

1 stop24h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

10:55-16:38

1 stop20h 43m

$2,199

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/6

16:45-08:15

2 stops24h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 9/6

10:55-18:35

1 stop22h 40m

$2,199

ChicagoMelbourne

MDW - MEL

MDWMEL

Chicago Midway

Wed 20/5

13:22-07:50

2 stops27h 28m

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

10:00-18:33

2 stops23h 33m

$2,216

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 20/5

14:11-07:50

2 stops26h 39m

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

10:00-18:50

2 stops23h 50m

$2,216

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Melbourne

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Melbourne Airport (average of $158). Flying from Illinois to Melbourne Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,272). 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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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Melbourne. 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 Illinois to Melbourne Airport?

    Departing from Illinois to Melbourne Airport will take you 20h 49m. The distance from Illinois to Melbourne Airport is about 15255 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The most popular route from Illinois to Melbourne Airport is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Melbourne. You may also consider Lambert-St Louis - Melbourne or Chicago Midway - Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Illinois to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Melbourne 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 Illinois to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Melbourne Airport (average of $158). Flying from Illinois to Melbourne Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,272). 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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