Cheap flights from Melbourne to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from $900

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 24/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JFK
28 May — 4 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 April 2026.

Sun 26/410:00
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop34h 00m
Delta
Wed 6/516:29
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop25h 21m
Delta
Deal found 25/4$1,473
Sun 10/510:00
MEL
-
JFK
2 stops25h 28m
Delta
Wed 3/616:29
JFK
-
MEL
2 stops25h 21m
Delta
Deal found 24/4$1,475
Fri 1/510:00
MEL
-
JFK
2 stops27h 59m
Delta
Fri 29/513:25
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop28h 25m
Delta
Deal found 27/4$1,476
Wed 3/610:00
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop33h 35m
Delta
Thu 11/620:25
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop45h 25m
Delta
Deal found 22/4$1,477
Wed 29/410:00
MEL
-
JFK
2 stops27h 34m
Delta
Tue 28/719:45
JFK
-
MEL
2 stops46h 05m
Delta
Deal found 23/4$1,479
Fri 9/1020:40
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop41h 25m
Air China
Thu 22/1002:05
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop46h 35m
Air China
Deal found 27/4$1,610
Fri 24/719:40
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop41h 25m
Air China
Thu 13/802:05
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop46h 50m
Air China
Deal found 26/4$1,647
Thu 7/509:45
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop28h 14m
Qantas Airways
Fri 29/516:30
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 25/4$1,660
Mon 11/509:45
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop28h 14m
Qantas Airways
Mon 25/508:05
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop32h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 25/4$1,661
Tue 12/509:45
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop25h 17m
Qantas Airways
Tue 26/508:05
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop32h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 26/4$1,664
Fri 22/519:40
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop41h 25m
Air China
Sun 24/502:05
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop46h 50m
Air China
Deal found 25/4$1,688
Mon 3/820:55
AVV
-
JFK
2 stops40h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/818:30
JFK
-
AVV
2 stops38h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4$1,784

Find flight deals from Melbourne to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to John F Kennedy Intl (JFK). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 28 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,473

One-way from

$900

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,189
Delta
  • Delta
  • 13/5-28/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 70h 08m total
  • Melbourne to New York
Delta
  • Delta
  • 22/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 55m total
  • Melbourne to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($205 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($68 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

10:00-18:45

1 stop22h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 28/5

20:00-07:50

1 stop45h 50m

$1,473

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Sun 24/5

10:00-19:55

1 stop23h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/6

12:59-07:50

2 stops28h 51m

$1,473

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Sun 24/5

10:00-19:55

1 stop23h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 31/5

19:35-07:50

2 stops46h 15m

$1,475

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

10:00-21:00

1 stop25h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/6

11:00-07:50

1 stop30h 50m

$1,476
Fastest return journey

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

09:45-21:00

1 stop25h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 13/5

16:30-06:45

1 stop24h 15m

$1,738

MelbourneNew York

AVV - JFK

AVVJFK

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 3/8

20:55-23:54

2 stops40h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 19/8

18:30-22:50

2 stops38h 20m

$1,784

MelbourneNew York

AVV - JFK

AVVJFK

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 3/6

10:30-20:18

2 stops47h 48m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/6

16:30-16:05

2 stops33h 35m

$1,792

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

10:00-21:50

2 stops25h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 1/6

12:59-07:50

2 stops28h 51m

$1,963

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Fri 22/5

10:00-23:55

2 stops27h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 25/5

11:00-07:50

1 stop30h 50m

$1,965

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Sun 10/5

10:00-19:57

1 stop23h 57m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 13/5

11:25-07:50

2 stops30h 25m

$1,973

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 82 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $297). Flying from Melbourne to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,223). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated 28 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand,Delta, andCathay Pacific from Melbourne to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Airlines like Delta fly from Melbourne to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in about 22h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Melbourne and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 16684 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport round-trip?

    Fiji Airways, at $890, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Air New Zealand. Fiji Airways is 49% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $628 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qantas Airways from $840 and Etihad Airways from $888 one-way.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $297). Flying from Melbourne to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,223). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Melbourne to John F Kennedy Intl

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$890Average$1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$895Average$1,410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,133Average$2,215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,166Average$1,709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,168Average$1,411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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DeltaCheapest$1,211Average$1,336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,558Average$1,950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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