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$526+ 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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MEL
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 29, 2025.

This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/103:11 pmORD - MEL
2 stops26h 24mQantas Airways
Tue 12/231:30 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops24h 39mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/26$1,036
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/36:17 pmORD - MEL
2 stops27h 58mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/127:25 amMEL - ORD
2 stops30h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/26$1,080
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/236:23 pmORD - MEL
2 stops24h 42mQantas Airways
Wed 12/36:30 amMEL - ORD
2 stops34h 29mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/26$1,091
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/16:23 pmORD - MEL
2 stops24h 42mQantas Airways
Mon 1/126:30 amMEL - ORD
2 stops25h 27mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/26$1,128
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/56:17 pmORD - MEL
2 stops29h 58mQantas Airways
Mon 1/126:00 amMEL - ORD
2 stops25h 57mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/26$1,131
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/56:17 pmORD - MEL
2 stops29h 58mQantas Airways
Thu 1/152:05 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops24h 18mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/26$1,134
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/263:04 pmORD - MEL
1 stop25h 26mQantas Airways
Wed 12/36:30 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops37h 56mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/27$1,175
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:17 pmORD - MEL
2 stops25h 23mQantas Airways
Wed 1/141:30 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops24h 53mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/27$1,219
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/264:25 pmORD - MEL
2 stops54h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/36:50 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$1,238
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/43:19 pmSTL - MEL
2 stops25h 41mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/171:00 pmMEL - STL
1 stop20h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$1,279
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/232:21 pmORD - MEL
2 stops26h 04mAir New Zealand
Wed 12/312:10 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops24h 36mAir New Zealand
Deal found 10/27$1,282
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sat 12/63:40 pmORD - MEL
2 stops25h 55mAir Canada
Mon 1/126:50 pmMEL - ORD
2 stops36h 51mAir Canada
Deal found 10/28$1,303

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 October 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,036
(CrystalTravel)

One-way from

$526
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,462
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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 October 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/1

1:49 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops29h 16m

Melbourne

Wed 1/14

12:30 pm-9:23 pm

2 stops25h 53m

$1,128

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/2

11:40 am-12:05 pm

2 stops31h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 1/14

8:15 am-2:57 pm

2 stops23h 42m

$1,128

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/2

11:40 am-10:35 am

2 stops29h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 1/12

6:30 am-2:57 pm

2 stops25h 27m

$1,128

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/4

6:17 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops32h 18m

Melbourne

Mon 1/12

6:00 am-2:57 pm

2 stops25h 57m

$1,131

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/5

6:17 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops29h 58m

Melbourne

Thu 1/15

2:05 pm-9:23 pm

2 stops24h 18m

$1,134

St. LouisMelbourne

STL - MEL

STLMEL

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 4/3

6:30 pm-9:15 am

1 stop22h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 4/19

10:55 am-5:03 pm

1 stop21h 08m

$1,284

St. LouisMelbourne

STL - MEL

STLMEL

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 3/8

5:25 pm-9:00 am

1 stop23h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 4/1

10:30 am-8:59 pm

2 stops26h 29m

$1,289

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/30

6:23 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops25h 17m

Melbourne

Mon 1/12

8:15 am-2:57 pm

2 stops23h 42m

$1,333

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/3

11:55 am-5:00 am

1 stop24h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 1/14

6:30 am-2:57 pm

2 stops25h 27m

$1,381

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/1

6:23 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops25h 57m

Melbourne

Fri 1/9

7:45 am-4:49 pm

2 stops26h 04m

$1,381

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Melbourne Airport (average of $491). Flying from Illinois to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,129). 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 October 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Illinois to Melbourne Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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?

    There are many flights that can get you from Illinois to Melbourne Airport in 22h 45m. Fly via Qantas Airways, United Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between Illinois and Melbourne Airport is about 9479 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $692 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on ANA and American Airlines, with prices starting from $795 and $830, 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Melbourne Airport (average of $491). Flying from Illinois to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,129). 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 Illinois to Melbourne

Discover the top 6 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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$772Average$1,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$801Average$1,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$853Average$1,323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$872Average$1,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,264Average$1,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,450Average$1,554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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