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$796+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Illinois

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MEL — ORD
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Round-trip from

$1,151
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$796
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,083
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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 March 28, 2025.

This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/97:10 amMEL - ORD
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/203:40 pmORD - MEL
2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,059
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/96:40 amMEL - ORD
2 stops24h 15mAir Canada
Mon 10/2010:40 amORD - MEL
3 stops33h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$1,064
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/812:45 amMEL - ORD
1 stop29h 40mCathay Pacific
Mon 10/204:00 pmORD - MEL
1 stop28h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/27$1,158
This Mix&Match deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mix&Match is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/168:35 amMEL - ORD
2 stops29h 23mAir New Zealand
Sun 5/187:35 amORD - MEL
2 stops36h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/27$1,200
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/121:45 pmMEL - STL
2 stops24h 19mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/196:52 amSTL - MEL
2 stops38h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,216
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/810:00 amMEL - ORD
2 stops23h 23mQantas Airways
Tue 10/212:45 pmORD - MEL
1 stop24h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/27$1,239
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/911:55 amMEL - ORD
2 stops23h 49mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/205:52 pmORD - MEL
2 stops23h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/1710:55 amMEL - STL
2 stops26h 50mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/269:13 amSTL - MEL
2 stops32h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,314
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/218:35 amMEL - STL
2 stops35h 19mAir New Zealand
Tue 8/264:32 pmSTL - MEL
2 stops27h 18mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/27$1,399
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/267:25 amMEL - ORD
2 stops42h 42mJapan Airlines
Thu 8/2812:30 pmORD - MEL
1 stop26h 15mJapan Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,516
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BestPriceTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/43:55 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops64h 55mFinnair
Mon 5/129:30 pmORD - MEL
2 stops41h 05mFinnair
Deal found 3/27$1,521
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1312:35 amMEL - ORD
2 stops32h 35mSingapore Airlines
Fri 11/286:50 pmORD - MEL
2 stops41h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,661

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Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Illinois that are best for you.

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Melbourne

Fly to

Illinois

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 4/26

12:55 pm-8:35 am

2 stops34h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/28

11:45 am-12:00 pm

3 stops33h 15m

$1,151

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 5/16

8:35 am-10:58 pm

2 stops29h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/18

7:35 am-10:50 am

2 stops36h 15m

$1,200

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Mon 5/12

1:45 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops24h 19m

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 5/19

6:52 am-11:55 am

2 stops38h 03m

$1,216

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 5/5

2:25 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop39h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/30

4:00 pm-11:15 am

1 stop28h 15m

$1,257

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 5/5

9:45 am-7:38 pm

1 stop24h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/30

6:20 pm-10:20 am

2 stops25h 00m

$1,286

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Thu 7/17

10:55 am-4:45 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 8/26

5:45 pm-8:15 am

1 stop23h 30m

$1,314

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Mon 7/21

8:35 am-4:54 am

2 stops35h 19m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 8/26

4:32 pm-10:50 am

2 stops27h 18m

$1,399

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 5/7

10:55 am-5:08 pm

1 stop21h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/18

3:45 pm-8:15 am

2 stops25h 30m

$1,494

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sat 4/26

7:25 am-11:07 am

2 stops42h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/28

12:30 pm-5:45 am

1 stop26h 15m

$1,516

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 5/4

3:55 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops64h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/12

9:30 pm-5:35 am

2 stops41h 05m

$1,521

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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 $245). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 March 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Tahiti Nui, Japan Airlines and Fiji Airways from Melbourne to Illinois by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
182 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
455 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,267 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

9.1

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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

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.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $831. Users have also found prices from $1,428 and $1,746 on Air Canada and Cathay Pacific, respectively.

  • 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 vacation 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 $245). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Illinois

Discover the top 3 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,012Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,080Average$1,546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,093Average$1,198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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