Which airlines fly to Illinois?

United Airlines, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from Melbourne according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Illinois on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Air New Zealand, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Illinois

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

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

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

As of June 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to Illinois.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne 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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09:30 - 14:35

MEL

ORD

20h 05m

1 stop

07:30 - 08:15

ORD

MEL

33h 45m

1 stop

$1,360United Airlines

Sun, 12 Jul - Sat, 25 Jul

10:55 - 00:59

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ORD

29h 04m

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13:11 - 07:30

ORD

MEL

27h 19m

1 stop

$1,365United Airlines

Mon, 15 Jun - Wed, 24 Jun

10:55 - 21:03

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ORD

25h 08m

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14:30 - 07:30

ORD

MEL

26h 00m

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$1,367United Airlines

Sun, 12 Jul - Mon, 27 Jul

10:00 - 22:15

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MDW

27h 15m

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18:58 - 07:50

MDW

MEL

45h 52m

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$1,370Delta

Fri, 24 Jul - Sun, 2 Aug

10:00 - 23:18

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28h 18m

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19:17 - 07:50

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45h 33m

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$1,370Delta

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10:00 - 22:15

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27h 15m

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19:06 - 07:50

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MEL

45h 44m

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$1,373Delta

Fri, 24 Jul - Sun, 2 Aug

10:00 - 17:35

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22h 35m

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19:40 - 07:50

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45h 10m

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$1,373Delta

Fri, 24 Jul - Sun, 2 Aug

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ORD

22h 34m

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21:30 - 07:30

ORD

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43h 00m

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$1,384Air New Zealand

Fri, 24 Jul - Sun, 2 Aug

09:45 - 17:37

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46h 52m

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MEL

43h 07m

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$1,697American Airlines

Wed, 26 Aug - Sun, 30 Aug

09:45 - 22:59

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28h 14m

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06:00 - 06:45

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MEL

33h 45m

1 stop

$1,777American Airlines

Mon, 7 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep

Air New Zealand flights from Melbourne to Illinois

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Melbourne to Illinois flight tickets

Air New Zealand

19 June

MEL09:30Melbourne

24h 35m

1 stop

ORD19:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

3 July

ORD15:47Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 43m

1 stop

MEL07:30Melbourne

$1,373

Air New Zealand

24 July

MEL09:30Melbourne

22h 34m

1 stop

ORD17:04Chicago O'Hare Intl

2 Aug

ORD21:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

43h 00m

1 stop

MEL07:30Melbourne

$1,384

Air New Zealand

24 July

MEL09:30Melbourne

28h 46m

1 stop

ORD23:16Chicago O'Hare Intl

2 Aug

ORD21:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

43h 00m

1 stop

MEL07:30Melbourne

$1,387

Delta flights from Melbourne to Illinois

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Delta

24 July

MEL10:00Melbourne

27h 15m

2 stops

MDW22:15Chicago Midway

2 Aug

MDW18:58Chicago Midway

45h 52m

2 stops

MEL07:50Melbourne

$1,370

Delta

24 July

MEL10:00Melbourne

22h 35m

1 stop

ORD17:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

2 Aug

ORD19:40Chicago O'Hare Intl

45h 10m

2 stops

MEL07:50Melbourne

$1,373

Delta

19 July

MEL10:00Melbourne

22h 35m

1 stop

ORD17:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

29 July

ORD12:27Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 23m

2 stops

MEL07:50Melbourne

$1,374

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10:55-00:59

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Sun 12/7

10:55-21:03

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14:30-07:30

1 stop26h 00m

$1,367

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Melbourne

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2 stops45h 44m

$1,373

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MELORD

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

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19:40-07:50

2 stops45h 10m

$1,373

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MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

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1 stop22h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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21:30-07:30

1 stop43h 00m

$1,384

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Melbourne

Wed 26/8

09:45-17:37

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1 stop43h 07m

$1,697

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MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Mon 7/9

09:45-22:59

1 stop28h 14m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 27/9

06:00-06:45

1 stop33h 45m

$1,777

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Illinois

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Illinois. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $173. If you’re not able to fly to Illinois in September, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne to Illinois during October average around $183.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Illinois from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Illinois for around $1,766 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Illinois from Melbourne for as low as $1,040 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	22h 40m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne to Illinois takes 22h 40m

There are no direct flights from Melbourne to Illinois. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne to Illinois.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne to Illinois

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Illinois?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to Illinois are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Illinois?
As of June 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to Illinois.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Illinois?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne 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.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to Illinois

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Melbourne to Illinois with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $588	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,651 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,082	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 645 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,226	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,129 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,237	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,778 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,265	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,044 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,676	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,357 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Illinois from Melbourne which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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