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$398+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Melbourne (MEL)

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 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MEL
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated February 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$856
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$398
(BestPriceTravel)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,348
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 February 22, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/101:10 pmORD - MEL
2 stops24h 50mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/258:35 amMEL - ORD
2 stops23h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$853
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/288:25 pmORD - MEL
1 stop44h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 3/812:00 pmMEL - ORD
1 stop20h 46mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/21$866
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/102:42 pmORD - MEL
3 stops30h 03mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/171:45 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops25h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$980
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2211:45 pmORD - MEL
2 stops52h 10mTurkish Airlines
Wed 11/128:40 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops54h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/21$1,256
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Fri 3/218:20 amSTL - MEL
2 stops32h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 3/2812:00 pmMEL - STL
2 stops44h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$1,281
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/215:37 pmSTL - MEL
2 stops46h 43mQantas Airways
Fri 3/2812:00 pmMEL - STL
1 stop27h 09mQantas Airways
Deal found 2/21$1,286
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/103:51 pmORD - MEL
2 stops27h 59mAir New Zealand
Thu 9/258:35 amMEL - ORD
2 stops29h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/22$1,352
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/104:05 pmSTL - MEL
3 stops52h 00mAir Canada
Thu 7/246:00 amMEL - STL
3 stops48h 16mAir Canada
Deal found 2/21$1,353
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/38:30 amSTL - MEL
2 stops35h 20mAir New Zealand
Thu 5/158:35 amMEL - STL
2 stops28h 28mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/20$1,393
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 4/1410:58 amORD - MEL
1 stop29h 32mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/2810:55 amMEL - ORD
1 stop25h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$1,441
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/14:55 pmORD - MEL
2 stops26h 20mFiji Airways
Fri 3/711:55 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops36h 27mFiji Airways
Deal found 2/21$1,448
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/103:40 pmORD - MEL
1 stop28h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 3/1612:45 amMEL - ORD
1 stop29h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/21$1,451

Find flights from Illinois to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Melbourne 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 February 22, 2025.

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ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/9

3:16 pm-7:35 am

1 stop24h 19m

Melbourne

Wed 3/26

8:15 am-5:23 pm

2 stops25h 08m

$855

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/13

7:13 pm-6:45 am

1 stop44h 32m

Melbourne

Sun 5/25

6:00 am-5:26 pm

2 stops26h 26m

$947

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/10

2:42 pm-12:45 pm

3 stops30h 03m

Melbourne

Mon 3/17

1:45 pm-11:06 pm

2 stops25h 21m

$980

St. LouisMelbourne

STL - MEL

STLMEL

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 3/21

8:20 am-9:00 am

2 stops32h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 3/28

12:00 pm-4:34 pm

2 stops44h 34m

$1,281

St. LouisMelbourne

STL - MEL

STLMEL

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 3/21

5:37 pm-8:20 am

2 stops46h 43m

Melbourne

Fri 3/28

12:00 pm-11:09 pm

1 stop27h 09m

$1,286

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/7

11:25 am-6:55 pm

2 stops40h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 4/14

8:50 pm-9:40 am

2 stops51h 50m

$1,309

St. LouisMelbourne

STL - MEL

STLMEL

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 7/10

4:05 pm-11:05 am

3 stops52h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 7/24

6:00 am-3:16 pm

3 stops48h 16m

$1,353

St. LouisMelbourne

STL - MEL

STLMEL

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 5/3

8:30 am-10:50 am

2 stops35h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 5/15

8:35 am-10:03 pm

2 stops28h 28m

$1,393

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/1

7:35 am-10:50 am

2 stops36h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 6/6

8:35 am-12:13 am

2 stops30h 38m

$1,433

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/14

10:58 am-7:30 am

1 stop29h 32m

Melbourne

Mon 4/28

10:55 am-9:14 pm

1 stop25h 19m

$1,441

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Illinois to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Illinois to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 IL to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

When flying from Illinois to Melbourne Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated February 22, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines, Fiji Airways and Alaska Airlines from Illinois to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
184 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,702 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
460 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,440 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

L,Nov 2024

SNA - SEA

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

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.

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

    $398 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qantas Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Cathay Pacific, with prices starting from $432 and $971, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Melbourne, Lambert-St Louis - Melbourne or Chicago Midway - Melbourne when deciding on the best route from Illinois to Melbourne Airport.

  • 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 vacation 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from Illinois to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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 Illinois to Melbourne

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Melbourne. 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$859Average$1,312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$873Average$1,411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,004Average$1,684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,032Average$1,340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,181Average$1,311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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