What is the cheapest airline that flies from Illinois to Melbourne?

Qantas Airways, ANA, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to Melbourne

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Melbourne?

Prices for flights from Illinois to Melbourne are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Melbourne?

The number of operators available for flights from Illinois to Melbourne is 2 as of November 2025.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Melbourne.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Melbourne trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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14:00 - 09:30ORD-MEL

26h 30m1 stop

06:45 - 16:39MEL-ORD

26h 54m2 stops

$1,473Qantas Airways

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Tue, 17 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar

20:46 - 05:15ORD-MEL

39h 29m1 stop

18:30 - 14:57MEL-ORD

37h 27m2 stops

$1,509Qantas Airways

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Thu, 4 Dec - Wed, 14 Jan

14:00 - 10:35ORD-MEL

29h 35m3 stops

06:00 - 19:58MEL-ORD

28h 58m2 stops

$1,619Multiple Airlines

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Sat, 4 Apr - Tue, 14 Apr

13:12 - 13:35ORD-MEL

31h 23m3 stops

08:00 - 19:45MEL-ORD

28h 45m3 stops

$1,621Air Canada

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Thu, 12 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb

15:40 - 13:35ORD-MEL

28h 55m2 stops

21:40 - 14:49MEL-ORD

32h 09m2 stops

$1,627Multiple Airlines

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Mon, 16 Feb - Sun, 26 Jul

15:40 - 11:05ORD-MEL

28h 25m2 stops

21:40 - 14:49MEL-ORD

32h 09m2 stops

$1,633Air Canada

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Wed, 29 Apr - Sun, 31 May

14:00 - 07:40MDW-MEL

26h 40m2 stops

10:00 - 21:45MEL-MDW

26h 45m2 stops

$1,807Delta

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Wed, 29 Apr - Sun, 31 May

19:06 - 09:15STL-MEL

22h 09m1 stop

10:55 - 18:22MEL-STL

22h 27m1 stop

$1,867United Airlines

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Fri, 3 Apr - Sun, 19 Apr

19:06 - 09:15STL-MEL

22h 09m1 stop

09:30 - 21:03MEL-STL

26h 33m2 stops

$1,873United Airlines

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Fri, 3 Apr - Sun, 19 Apr

18:55 - 08:00STL-MEL

44h 05m2 stops

10:10 - 20:37MEL-STL

27h 27m2 stops

$2,008Delta

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Sun, 11 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb

Qantas Airways flights from Illinois to Melbourne

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Illinois to Melbourne flight tickets

Qantas Airways

17 Feb

ORD14:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 30m

1 stop

MEL09:30Melbourne

3 Mar

MEL06:45Melbourne

26h 54m

2 stops

ORD16:39Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,473

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Qantas Airways

4 Dec

ORD20:46Chicago O'Hare Intl

39h 29m

1 stop

MEL05:15Melbourne

14 Jan

MEL18:30Melbourne

37h 27m

2 stops

ORD14:57Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,509

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Qantas Airways

7 Jan

STL17:04Lambert-St Louis

42h 56m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

28 Jan

MEL16:05Melbourne

20h 24m

1 stop

STL19:29Lambert-St Louis

$1,698

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Air Canada flights from Illinois to Melbourne

Our best Air Canada deals on Illinois to Melbourne flight tickets

Air Canada

12 Feb

ORD13:12Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 23m

3 stops

MEL13:35Melbourne

23 Feb

MEL08:00Melbourne

28h 45m

3 stops

ORD19:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,621

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Air Canada

29 Apr

ORD15:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 25m

2 stops

MEL11:05Melbourne

31 May

MEL21:40Melbourne

32h 09m

2 stops

ORD14:49Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,633

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Air Canada

16 Feb

ORD14:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 35m

3 stops

MEL15:35Melbourne

26 July

MEL21:40Melbourne

32h 09m

2 stops

ORD14:49Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,644

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ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/2

14:00-09:30

1 stop26h 30m

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

06:45-16:39

2 stops26h 54m

$1,473

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/12

20:46-05:15

1 stop39h 29m

Melbourne

Wed 14/1

18:30-14:57

2 stops37h 27m

$1,509

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/4

14:00-10:35

3 stops29h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 14/4

06:00-19:58

2 stops28h 58m

$1,619

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/2

13:12-13:35

3 stops31h 23m

Melbourne

Mon 23/2

08:00-19:45

3 stops28h 45m

$1,621

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 16/2

15:40-13:35

2 stops28h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 26/7

21:40-14:49

2 stops32h 09m

$1,627

ChicagoMelbourne

ORD - MEL

ORDMEL

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 29/4

15:40-11:05

2 stops28h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

21:40-14:49

2 stops32h 09m

$1,633

ChicagoMelbourne

MDW - MEL

MDWMEL

Chicago Midway

Wed 29/4

14:00-07:40

2 stops26h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

10:00-21:45

2 stops26h 45m

$1,807

St. LouisMelbourne

STL - MEL

STLMEL

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 3/4

19:06-09:15

1 stop22h 09m

Melbourne

Sun 19/4

10:55-18:22

1 stop22h 27m

$1,867

St. LouisMelbourne

STL - MEL

STLMEL

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 3/4

19:06-09:15

1 stop22h 09m

Melbourne

Sun 19/4

09:30-21:03

2 stops26h 33m

$1,873

St. LouisMelbourne

STL - MEL

STLMEL

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 11/1

18:55-08:00

2 stops44h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 6/2

10:10-20:37

2 stops27h 27m

$2,008

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Illinois to Melbourne

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, July is the cheapest month to fly from Illinois to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,386. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of July, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,386.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our data shows that Saturday is the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $2,186. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Sunday is $2,780.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne is in the afternoon. Flights from Illinois to Melbourne during this time can be as low as $2,553. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $2,618. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $1,839 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from Illinois for as low as $1,559 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from Illinois to Melbourne are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Melbourne?
The number of operators available for flights from Illinois to Melbourne is 2 as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois to Melbourne?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Melbourne trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Illinois to Melbourne

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,360	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 943 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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