How long is the flight from Australia to Illinois?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Australia, such as Sydney Kingsford Smith or Melbourne, and flying into Illinois, then you can expect flight times to average 24h 29m and 22h 03m, respectively.

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Recent flights found to popular cities in Illinois

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Flights to Chicago

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Multiple Airlines

12 Aug

SYD

39h 12m

2 stops

ORD

19 Aug

ORD

35h 30m

3 stops

SYD

$1,290

Qantas Airways

3 Aug

MEL

25h 23m

1 stop

ORD

22 Aug

ORD

27h 56m

1 stop

MEL

$1,313

Qantas Airways

3 Aug

MEL

23h 27m

1 stop

ORD

17 Aug

ORD

22h 06m

1 stop

MEL

$1,314

Qantas Airways

3 Aug

MEL

25h 23m

1 stop

ORD

22 Aug

ORD

27h 56m

1 stop

MEL

$1,317

Qantas Airways

21 Aug

MEL

22h 06m

1 stop

ORD

28 Aug

ORD

42h 39m

1 stop

MEL

$1,324

Multiple Airlines

15 Aug

MEL

22h 03m

1 stop

ORD

11 Sept

ORD

25h 55m

1 stop

MEL

$1,334

American Airlines

4 Aug

MEL

21h 14m

1 stop

ORD

11 Aug

ORD

27h 56m

1 stop

MEL

$1,336

Multiple Airlines

14 Aug

MEL

21h 09m

1 stop

ORD

29 Aug

ORD

24h 23m

1 stop

MEL

$1,337

American Airlines

4 Aug

MEL

21h 14m

1 stop

ORD

11 Aug

ORD

27h 56m

1 stop

MEL

$1,350

American Airlines

4 Aug

MEL

21h 14m

1 stop

ORD

11 Aug

ORD

25h 55m

2 stops

MEL

$1,357

Qantas Airways

15 Aug

MEL

28h 15m

1 stop

ORD

11 Sept

ORD

27h 10m

2 stops

MEL

$1,360

United Airlines

14 Aug

MEL

24h 00m

2 stops

ORD

29 Aug

ORD

24h 55m

2 stops

MEL

$1,367

Flights to Moline

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Emirates

23 Aug

BNE

37h 31m

2 stops

MLI

30 Aug

MLI

46h 16m

2 stops

BNE

$5,182

American Airlines

13 Sept

BNE

47h 53m

2 stops

MLI

25 Oct

MLI

31h 50m

2 stops

BNE

$5,869

American Airlines

13 Sept

BNE

47h 53m

2 stops

MLI

30 Oct

MLI

22h 52m

1 stop

BNE

$5,872

American Airlines

13 Sept

BNE

46h 18m

2 stops

MLI

30 Oct

MLI

28h 09m

2 stops

BNE

$5,877

American Airlines

14 Sept

BNE

39h 03m

2 stops

MLI

28 Oct

MLI

51h 29m

2 stops

BNE

$5,880

American Airlines

13 Sept

BNE

40h 38m

2 stops

MLI

27 Oct

MLI

33h 02m

2 stops

BNE

$5,890

American Airlines

13 Sept

BNE

40h 38m

2 stops

MLI

26 Oct

MLI

26h 52m

2 stops

BNE

$5,909

American Airlines

18 Sept

BNE

23h 33m

2 stops

MLI

25 Oct

MLI

31h 50m

2 stops

BNE

$5,978

American Airlines

18 Sept

BNE

39h 03m

2 stops

MLI

29 Oct

MLI

22h 52m

1 stop

BNE

$5,982

American Airlines

18 Sept

BNE

46h 18m

2 stops

MLI

24 Oct

MLI

45h 53m

2 stops

BNE

$5,990

American Airlines

18 Sept

BNE

46h 18m

2 stops

MLI

27 Oct

MLI

33h 02m

2 stops

BNE

$6,000

American Airlines

18 Sept

BNE

30h 48m

2 stops

MLI

28 Oct

MLI

26h 17m

2 stops

BNE

$6,018

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06:05 - 06:17

SYD

ORD

39h 12m

2 stops

09:20 - 11:50

ORD

SYD

35h 30m

3 stops

$1,290Multiple Airlines

Wed, 12 Aug - Wed, 19 Aug

09:45 - 20:08

MEL

ORD

25h 23m

1 stop

11:49 - 06:45

ORD

MEL

27h 56m

1 stop

$1,313Qantas Airways

Mon, 3 Aug - Sat, 22 Aug

09:45 - 18:12

MEL

ORD

23h 27m

1 stop

15:54 - 05:00

ORD

MEL

22h 06m

1 stop

$1,314Qantas Airways

Mon, 3 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug

09:45 - 15:59

MEL

ORD

21h 14m

1 stop

11:49 - 06:45

ORD

MEL

27h 56m

1 stop

$1,336American Airlines

Tue, 4 Aug - Tue, 11 Aug

09:45 - 15:59

MEL

ORD

21h 14m

1 stop

11:49 - 06:45

ORD

MEL

27h 56m

1 stop

$1,350American Airlines

Tue, 4 Aug - Tue, 11 Aug

10:55 - 18:17

MEL

STL

22h 22m

1 stop

19:05 - 07:30

STL

MEL

45h 25m

2 stops

$1,370United Airlines

Mon, 3 Aug - Sun, 9 Aug

10:20 - 17:59

SYD

STL

22h 39m

1 stop

08:42 - 06:55

STL

SYD

31h 13m

1 stop

$1,571United Airlines

Thu, 10 Sep - Sun, 13 Sep

12:20 - 00:59

BNE

ORD

27h 39m

2 stops

15:00 - 11:05

ORD

BNE

29h 05m

2 stops

$1,754Air New Zealand

Tue, 18 Aug - Sun, 6 Sep

12:20 - 13:55

BNE

ORD

40h 35m

1 stop

14:35 - 23:10

ORD

BNE

40h 35m

1 stop

$1,776Cathay Pacific

Thu, 15 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

19:50 - 22:59

PER

ORD

40h 09m

2 stops

16:45 - 22:15

ORD

PER

40h 30m

2 stops

$2,043Air New Zealand

Sun, 2 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyChicago

SYD - ORD

SYDORD

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 12/8

06:05-06:17

2 stops39h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 19/8

09:20-11:50

3 stops35h 30m

$1,290

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 3/8

09:45-20:08

1 stop25h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 22/8

11:49-06:45

1 stop27h 56m

$1,313

Fastest return journey

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Mon 3/8

09:45-18:12

1 stop23h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 17/8

15:54-05:00

1 stop22h 06m

$1,314

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 4/8

09:45-15:59

1 stop21h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/8

11:49-06:45

1 stop27h 56m

$1,336

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 4/8

09:45-15:59

1 stop21h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/8

11:49-06:45

1 stop27h 56m

$1,350

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Mon 3/8

10:55-18:17

1 stop22h 22m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 9/8

19:05-07:30

2 stops45h 25m

$1,370

SydneySt. Louis

SYD - STL

SYDSTL

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/9

10:20-17:59

1 stop22h 39m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 13/9

08:42-06:55

1 stop31h 13m

$1,571

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Tue 18/8

12:20-00:59

2 stops27h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/9

15:00-11:05

2 stops29h 05m

$1,754

BrisbaneChicago

BNE - ORD

BNEORD

Brisbane

Thu 15/10

12:20-13:55

1 stop40h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/11

14:35-23:10

1 stop40h 35m

$1,776

PerthChicago

PER - ORD

PERORD

Perth

Sun 2/8

19:50-22:59

2 stops40h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 25/8

16:45-22:15

2 stops40h 30m

$2,043

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Illinois flights insights and trends

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Which airlines fly to Illinois?

Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand and Air Canada are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from Australia according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Illinois on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about Illinois flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$858
Best Round-Trip Price	$1,290
Fastest flight time	27h 54m

The best one-way flight price to Illinois from Australia in the last 5 days is $858 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Lambert-St Louis).

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The best return flight price to Illinois from Australia in the last 5 days is $1,290 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chicago O'Hare Intl).

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The fastest flight to Illinois from Australia takes 27h 54m (Melbourne to Chicago O'Hare Intl).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Illinois

What is the cheapest flight I can find to Illinois?

For prices as low as $132/pp, you can find flights to Illinois depending on where you are departing from. On average, flights to Illinois cost $704/pp.

What is the best airport to fly into to visit Chicago?

Chicago is about 99% more popular to visit than any other city in Illinois, according to momondo users. When visiting Chicago, it is recommended to fly into Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, where you can typically get the cheapest prices and the most convenient travel options into the city.

I plan on visiting River North. Which airport is the quickest drive?

The closest airport to River North is Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, and would make for the quickest drive. For those interested in a secondary airport to fly into, consider looking at flights heading to Chicago Midway Airport.

What are the most popular landmarks in Illinois?

When visiting Illinois, the majority of people tend to find River North, Chicago Water Tower and Chicago Riverwalk to be the most notable landmarks in the area.

What is the weather like in Illinois?

The temperatures in Illinois range from -5 °C to 23 °C depending on the time of year. The warmest month in Illinois is July, and the coldest month in Illinois is January. Those looking for a drier month during their visit should travel during the months of January, February, or December, when rain is least likely compared to the rest of the year.

Which airlines fly to Illinois?

There are 9 airlines that fly to Illinois on a routine basis, but Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand and Air Canada happen to be the most popular among our users. In the past year, 31% of those who searched for flights to Illinois looked to travel with Qantas Airways, making this airline the top choice among momondo travellers.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Illinois?

Prices for flights to Illinois refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Illinois?

The number of operators available for flights to Illinois is 9 as of July 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly to Illinois?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Illinois.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Illinois can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Illinois. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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