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

Philippine Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Air New Zealand 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 5 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 November 2026, there are 5 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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06:00 - 16:05MEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

27h 05m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles

15:06 - 10:35ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

26h 29m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,411Qantas Airways

Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 2 Feb

07:10 - 15:53MEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 43m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles

21:11 - 10:20ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

46h 09m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,564Qantas Airways

Fri, 2 Apr - Fri, 30 Apr

09:20 - 16:55MEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 35m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

22:45 - 07:30ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

39h 45m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

$1,611Philippine Airlines

Fri, 26 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar

09:20 - 16:55MEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 35m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

22:45 - 07:30ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

39h 45m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

$1,672Philippine Airlines

Fri, 26 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar

14:25 - 13:55MEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

38h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

16:15 - 22:15ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

39h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,793Cathay Pacific

Sun, 25 Apr - Fri, 7 May

00:45 - 12:30MEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

14:10 - 12:30ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

29h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$1,885Cathay Pacific

Thu, 25 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar

08:00 - 16:43MEL Melbourne-MLI Moline Quad-City

25h 43m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth

07:00 - 05:00MLI Moline Quad-City-MEL Melbourne

29h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,039American Airlines

Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec

08:00 - 16:43MEL Melbourne-MLI Moline Quad-City

25h 43m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth

11:32 - 09:30MLI Moline Quad-City-MEL Melbourne

28h 58m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles

$2,039American Airlines

Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec

12:10 - 00:59MEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 49m2 stops Auckland Intl San Francisco

14:29 - 08:55ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

25h 26m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

$2,224Air New Zealand

Wed, 25 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec

12:10 - 22:05MEL Melbourne-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 55m2 stops Auckland Intl Los Angeles

12:55 - 08:55ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-MEL Melbourne

27h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Auckland Intl

$2,828Air New Zealand

Fri, 11 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec

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Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to Illinois

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Melbourne to Illinois flight tickets

Qantas Airways

18 Jan

MEL20:10Melbourne

37h 44m

2 stops

ORD16:54Chicago O'Hare Intl

25 May

ORD11:45Chicago O'Hare Intl

31h 50m

2 stops

MEL10:35Melbourne

$1,410

Qantas Airways

17 Nov

MEL11:00Melbourne

24h 30m

2 stops

ORD18:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

2 Feb

ORD13:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

28h 05m

2 stops

MEL10:35Melbourne

$1,411

Qantas Airways

23 Jan

MEL06:00Melbourne

26h 59m

2 stops

ORD15:59Chicago O'Hare Intl

7 Feb

ORD13:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 35m

2 stops

MEL18:05Melbourne

$1,480

Cathay Pacific flights from Melbourne to Illinois

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Melbourne to Illinois flight tickets

Cathay Pacific

24 Jan

MEL08:40Melbourne

44h 50m

1 stop

ORD12:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

22 Feb

ORD14:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

39h 55m

1 stop

MEL23:05Melbourne

$1,789

Cathay Pacific

25 Apr

MEL14:25Melbourne

38h 30m

1 stop

ORD13:55Chicago O'Hare Intl

7 May

ORD16:15Chicago O'Hare Intl

39h 00m

1 stop

MEL22:15Melbourne

$1,793

Cathay Pacific

25 Feb

MEL00:45Melbourne

28h 45m

1 stop

ORD12:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

1 Mar

ORD14:10Chicago O'Hare Intl

29h 20m

1 stop

MEL12:30Melbourne

$1,885

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MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Tue 17/11

06:00-16:05

2 stops27h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/2

15:06-10:35

2 stops26h 29m

$1,411

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 2/4

07:10-15:53

2 stops24h 43m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 30/4

21:11-10:20

2 stops46h 09m

$1,564

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 26/2

09:20-16:55

1 stop24h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/3

22:45-07:30

1 stop39h 45m

$1,611

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 26/2

09:20-16:55

1 stop24h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/3

22:45-07:30

1 stop39h 45m

$1,672

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Sun 25/4

14:25-13:55

1 stop38h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/5

16:15-22:15

1 stop39h 00m

$1,793

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Thu 25/2

00:45-12:30

1 stop28h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/3

14:10-12:30

1 stop29h 20m

$1,885

MelbourneMoline

MEL Melbourne - MLI Moline Quad-City

MELMLI

Melbourne

Sat 28/11

08:00-16:43

2 stops25h 43m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 5/12

07:00-05:00

1 stop29h 00m

$2,039

MelbourneMoline

MEL Melbourne - MLI Moline Quad-City

MELMLI

Melbourne

Sat 28/11

08:00-16:43

2 stops25h 43m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 5/12

11:32-09:30

2 stops28h 58m

$2,039

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Wed 25/11

12:10-00:59

2 stops29h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/12

14:29-08:55

2 stops25h 26m

$2,224

MelbourneChicago

MEL Melbourne - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

MELORD

Melbourne

Fri 11/12

12:10-22:05

2 stops26h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/12

12:55-08:55

2 stops27h 00m

$2,828

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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 $1,373. If you’re not able to fly to Illinois in August, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from Melbourne to Illinois during May average around $1,414.

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Best price found	$894
Fastest flight time	23h 37m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Illinois from Melbourne in the past 72 hours is $894. The best return flight deal from Melbourne to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,411.

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Illinois takes 23h 37m

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 November 2026, there are 5 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 $548	Free cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,233 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,225	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 681 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,297	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,458 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,336	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,122 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,696	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,537 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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