Which airlines fly to Illinois?

Qantas Airways, United Airlines and Air New Zealand are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from Melbourne according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 60% 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?

American Airlines, Air New Zealand, and Air Canada 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 October 2025, 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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11:30 - 19:19MEL-STL

24h 49m2 stops

11:25 - 08:30STL-MEL

29h 05m2 stops

$1,420United Airlines

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Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 12 Mar

12:10 - 19:30MEL-ORD

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10:42 - 09:25ORD-MEL

29h 43m2 stops

$1,457Air New Zealand

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14:35 - 09:25ORD-MEL

25h 50m2 stops

$1,524Air New Zealand

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12:10 - 20:25MEL-ORD

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14:21 - 09:25ORD-MEL

26h 04m2 stops

$1,527Air New Zealand

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12:00 - 23:08MEL-STL

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06:15 - 09:30STL-MEL

35h 15m1 stop

$1,644Qantas Airways

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12:00 - 17:58MEL-ORD

22h 58m2 stops

11:55 - 05:00ORD-MEL

24h 05m1 stop

$1,811American Airlines

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16:05 - 20:50MEL-ORD

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22:10 - 09:30ORD-MEL

42h 20m1 stop

$1,814American Airlines

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07:10 - 14:41MEL-ORD

24h 31m2 stops

15:40 - 12:35ORD-MEL

28h 55m2 stops

$1,911Air Canada

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07:10 - 14:41MEL-ORD

24h 31m2 stops

15:40 - 15:35ORD-MEL

30h 55m2 stops

$1,927Air Canada

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13:00 - 16:44MEL-STL

20h 44m1 stop

17:25 - 09:00STL-MEL

23h 35m1 stop

$2,582United Airlines

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Air New Zealand flights from Melbourne to Illinois

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Air New Zealand

14 Nov

MEL12:10Melbourne

24h 20m

2 stops

ORD19:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

28 Nov

ORD10:42Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 43m

2 stops

MEL09:25Melbourne

$1,457

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Air New Zealand

21 Nov

MEL12:10Melbourne

24h 20m

2 stops

ORD19:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

5 Dec

ORD14:35Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 50m

2 stops

MEL09:25Melbourne

$1,524

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Air New Zealand

14 Nov

MEL12:10Melbourne

25h 15m

2 stops

ORD20:25Chicago O'Hare Intl

28 Nov

ORD14:21Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 04m

2 stops

MEL09:25Melbourne

$1,527

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American Airlines

17 Nov

MEL12:00Melbourne

22h 58m

2 stops

ORD17:58Chicago O'Hare Intl

8 Dec

ORD11:55Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 05m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,811

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American Airlines

3 Nov

MEL16:05Melbourne

21h 45m

2 stops

ORD20:50Chicago O'Hare Intl

16 Nov

ORD22:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

42h 20m

1 stop

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,814

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American Airlines

26 Mar

MEL12:00Melbourne

25h 19m

2 stops

BMI21:19Bloomington-Normal

30 Mar

BMI06:22Bloomington-Normal

56h 23m

2 stops

MEL06:45Melbourne

$1,816

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2 stops24h 20m

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10:42-09:25

2 stops29h 43m

$1,457

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12:10-19:30

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14:35-09:25

2 stops25h 50m

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2 stops25h 15m

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$1,527

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MELORD

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1 stop42h 20m

$1,814

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MEL - ORD

MELORD

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Fri 13/2

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2 stops24h 31m

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15:40-12:35

2 stops28h 55m

$1,911

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MEL - ORD

MELORD

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Sat 15/11

07:10-14:41

2 stops24h 31m

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15:40-15:35

2 stops30h 55m

$1,927

MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

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Fri 6/3

13:00-16:44

1 stop20h 44m

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Tue 10/3

17:25-09:00

1 stop23h 35m

$2,582

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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, August 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 $1,554. If you’re not able to fly to Illinois in August, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne to Illinois during February average around $1,624.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Illinois from Melbourne is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $1,886. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $2,137. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Illinois.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Illinois is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Melbourne to Illinois in the afternoon for as low as $1,817. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights to Illinois are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $2,098. 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 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 $1,751 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 $1,387 on momondo.

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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 October 2025, 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

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,084	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 921 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,182	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 516 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,189	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,026 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,357	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,330 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,562	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,989 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $2,204	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 421 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

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Can I find flights from Melbourne to Illinois with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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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