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

American Airlines, Lufthansa, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Illinois

Which airlines fly to Illinois?

United Airlines, Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand 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 36% 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.

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 May 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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09:45 - 23:56

MEL

STL

29h 11m

1 stop

06:35 - 06:45

STL

MEL

33h 10m

1 stop

$1,537Qantas Airways

Wed, 27 May - Wed, 3 Jun

09:45 - 23:56

MEL

STL

29h 11m

1 stop

14:37 - 06:45

STL

MEL

25h 08m

2 stops

$1,544American Airlines

Thu, 28 May - Thu, 4 Jun

09:45 - 23:59

MEL

STL

29h 14m

1 stop

06:35 - 06:45

STL

MEL

33h 10m

1 stop

$1,545American Airlines

Thu, 14 May - Sat, 23 May

10:55 - 18:22

MEL

STL

22h 27m

1 stop

13:38 - 08:15

STL

MEL

27h 37m

2 stops

$1,560United Airlines

Thu, 14 May - Sun, 24 May

10:55 - 22:30

MEL

STL

26h 35m

2 stops

19:23 - 08:15

STL

MEL

21h 52m

1 stop

$1,566United Airlines

Wed, 13 May - Mon, 25 May

23:45 - 19:45

MEL

ORD

36h 00m

2 stops

18:50 - 23:20

ORD

MEL

35h 30m

1 stop

$1,896Qatar Airways

Wed, 21 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

16:30 - 17:01

MEL

ORD

40h 31m

2 stops

15:09 - 08:15

ORD

MEL

48h 06m

2 stops

$1,952Multiple Airlines

Wed, 21 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

09:45 - 06:34

MEL

ORD

35h 49m

1 stop

07:15 - 06:45

ORD

MEL

32h 30m

1 stop

$1,974Multiple Airlines

Sun, 31 May - Sun, 7 Jun

22:45 - 15:05

MEL

ORD

31h 20m

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16:45 - 16:50

ORD

MEL

33h 05m

2 stops

$2,020Qatar Airways

Wed, 2 Sep - Wed, 9 Sep

12:10 - 23:10

MEL

ORD

26h 00m

2 stops

14:13 - 10:55

ORD

MEL

29h 42m

2 stops

$2,070Air New Zealand

Wed, 2 Sep - Wed, 9 Sep

Delta flights from Melbourne to Illinois

Our best Delta deals on Melbourne to Illinois flight tickets

Delta

27 May

MEL10:00Melbourne

24h 03m

2 stops

STL19:03Lambert-St Louis

3 June

STL08:53Lambert-St Louis

31h 57m

2 stops

MEL07:50Melbourne

$1,576

Delta

31 May

MEL10:00Melbourne

23h 05m

2 stops

ORD18:05Chicago O'Hare Intl

7 June

ORD19:37Chicago O'Hare Intl

45h 13m

2 stops

MEL07:50Melbourne

$2,109

Delta

12 Aug

MEL10:00Melbourne

23h 01m

2 stops

ORD18:01Chicago O'Hare Intl

1 Sept

ORD18:59Chicago O'Hare Intl

45h 51m

2 stops

MEL07:50Melbourne

$2,274

Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Illinois

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Melbourne to Illinois flight tickets

Qantas Airways

27 May

MEL09:45Melbourne

29h 11m

1 stop

STL23:56Lambert-St Louis

3 June

STL06:35Lambert-St Louis

33h 10m

1 stop

MEL06:45Melbourne

$1,537

Qantas Airways

14 June

MEL09:45Melbourne

29h 11m

1 stop

STL23:56Lambert-St Louis

21 June

STL19:24Lambert-St Louis

42h 36m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,572

Qantas Airways

12 May

MEL09:45Melbourne

29h 14m

1 stop

STL23:59Lambert-St Louis

24 May

STL19:20Lambert-St Louis

42h 40m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,831

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1 stop33h 10m

$1,537

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Thu 28/5

09:45-23:56

1 stop29h 11m

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$1,544

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MELSTL

Melbourne

Thu 14/5

09:45-23:59

1 stop29h 14m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 23/5

06:35-06:45

1 stop33h 10m

$1,545

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MELSTL

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Thu 14/5

10:55-18:22

1 stop22h 27m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 24/5

13:38-08:15

2 stops27h 37m

$1,560

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MelbourneSt. Louis

MEL - STL

MELSTL

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

10:55-22:30

2 stops26h 35m

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Mon 25/5

19:23-08:15

1 stop21h 52m

$1,566

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MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

23:45-19:45

2 stops36h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/11

18:50-23:20

1 stop35h 30m

$1,896

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MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

16:30-17:01

2 stops40h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/11

15:09-08:15

2 stops48h 06m

$1,952

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MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

09:45-06:34

1 stop35h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/6

07:15-06:45

1 stop32h 30m

$1,974

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MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

22:45-15:05

1 stop31h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

16:45-16:50

2 stops33h 05m

$2,020

MelbourneChicago

MEL - ORD

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 2/9

12:10-23:10

2 stops26h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/9

14:13-10:55

2 stops29h 42m

$2,070

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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 $171. 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 $180.

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 $1,770 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 $1,025 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	21h 04m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne to Illinois takes 21h 04m

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 May 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
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $937	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,028 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,066	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 638 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,127	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,683 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,207	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,987 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,311	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,678 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,415	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,311 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific 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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