Cheap flights from New York to Australia from $657

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — SYD
14 Nov — 21 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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Cheapest flights from New York to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 October 2025.

Sun 7/1218:10EWR - SYD
1 stop22h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 21/1211:50SYD - EWR
1 stop21h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/10$1,518
Sun 7/1216:08EWR - SYD
1 stop22h 52mUnited Airlines
Mon 22/1211:20SYD - EWR
1 stop20h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/10$1,531
Sun 7/1214:15EWR - SYD
1 stop24h 45mLufthansa
Sun 21/1211:50SYD - EWR
1 stop21h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 14/10$1,537
Sun 7/1214:15EWR - SYD
1 stop24h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 31/1211:50SYD - EWR
2 stops28h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/10$1,538
Sat 6/1219:25EWR - SYD
1 stop43h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 31/1211:20SYD - EWR
1 stop25h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/10$1,543
Mon 29/1217:14EWR - SYD
1 stop45h 46mUnited Airlines
Sun 18/111:20SYD - EWR
1 stop20h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/10$1,545
Mon 3/1112:25JFK - BNE
2 stops28h 55mDelta
Sun 16/1110:40BNE - JFK
1 stop20h 20mDelta
Deal found 14/10$1,613
Wed 12/1118:15EWR - SYD
1 stop22h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 26/1111:20SYD - EWR
1 stop21h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/10$1,630
Sun 2/1121:10JFK - BNE
2 stops44h 10mDelta
Sun 16/1110:40BNE - JFK
2 stops27h 28mDelta
Deal found 13/10$1,639
Sat 15/1120:40EWR - SYD
1 stop42h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 25/1111:50SYD - EWR
1 stop20h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/10$1,643
Mon 24/1117:15JFK - MEL
1 stop23h 05mQantas Airways
Mon 8/1212:00MEL - JFK
1 stop27h 49mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/10$1,775
Fri 14/1119:25JFK - BNE
1 stop21h 55mDelta
Fri 21/1110:40BNE - JFK
1 stop22h 20mDelta
Deal found 14/10$1,784

Cheap flight deals from New York to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 15 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,613

One-way from

$657

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,182
Delta
  • Delta
  • 3/11-16/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 15m total
  • New York to Australia
9/12
  • 9/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 01m total
  • New York to Australia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($668 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($141 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to Australia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 15 October 2025.
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NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Sun 7/12

14:15-07:00

1 stop24h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 31/12

11:20-16:50

1 stop21h 30m

$1,531

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Tue 9/12

18:10-09:05

1 stop22h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 28/12

12:10-16:56

1 stop20h 46m

$1,531

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Mon 8/12

14:15-07:00

1 stop24h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 30/12

14:00-19:10

1 stop21h 10m

$1,531

New YorkBrisbane

JFK - BNE

JFKBNE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/11

14:00-08:20

2 stops27h 20m

Brisbane

Sun 16/11

10:40-17:59

1 stop22h 19m

$1,637

New YorkBrisbane

JFK - BNE

JFKBNE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 24/11

16:30-08:20

2 stops24h 50m

Brisbane

Wed 3/12

11:05-22:19

2 stops26h 14m

$1,639

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Sat 15/11

20:40-07:00

1 stop42h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 25/11

11:50-16:21

1 stop20h 31m

$1,643

New YorkSydney

LGA - SYD

LGASYD

New York LaGuardia

Sun 7/12

13:15-09:05

2 stops27h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 24/12

14:00-23:35

2 stops25h 35m

$1,796

New YorkSydney

LGA - SYD

LGASYD

New York LaGuardia

Sun 7/12

13:15-09:05

2 stops27h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 28/12

12:10-23:35

2 stops27h 25m

$1,796

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Sat 21/2

17:02-12:45

2 stops27h 43m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

14:30-22:09

2 stops22h 39m

$1,906

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 18/11

07:30-09:00

1 stop33h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/12

07:05-14:25

1 stop23h 20m

$1,944

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Australia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Australia?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Australia (average of $259). Flying from New York to Australia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,552). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 October 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New York to Australia in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Australia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New York to Australia. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Australia flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Australia. Reviews last updated 15 October 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, Etihad Airways, andUnited Airlines from New York to Australia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Amanda,Oct 2025

SYD - TMW

1 hour flight, on time, pleasant flight, easy boarding, nice staff.

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Amanda,Oct 2025

SYD - TMW

1 hour flight, on time, pleasant flight, easy boarding, nice staff.

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Amanda,Oct 2025

SYD - TMW

1 hour flight, on time, pleasant flight, easy boarding, nice staff.

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Amanda,Oct 2025

SYD - TMW

1 hour flight, on time, pleasant flight, easy boarding, nice staff.

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Amanda,Oct 2025

SYD - TMW

1 hour flight, on time, pleasant flight, easy boarding, nice staff.

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Amanda,Oct 2025

SYD - TMW

1 hour flight, on time, pleasant flight, easy boarding, nice staff.

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  • How long is the flight from New York to Australia?

    A quick flight from New York to Australia can take about 24h 45m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,531. The distance from New York to Australia is about 15970 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Australia one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from New York to Australia are Air New Zealand ($1,111), American Airlines ($1,148), and United Airlines ($1,162).

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Australia?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Australia (average of $259). Flying from New York to Australia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,552). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$1,399Average$1,993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,459Average$2,057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$1,524Average$2,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,761Average$2,976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,978Average$3,076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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