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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from $871

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 25/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JFK
12 Feb — 19 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 (MEL) 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 13 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,521

One-way from

$871

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,935
Delta
  • Delta
  • 6/3-13/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 55h 25m total
  • Melbourne to New York
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 25/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 14m total
  • Melbourne to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($270 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($75 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 13 January 2026.

Fri 6/310:10
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop24h 32m
Delta
Fri 13/308:35
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop31h 25m
Delta
Deal found 12/1$1,521
Mon 19/109:20
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop21h 05m
Qantas Airways
Mon 26/117:15
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop23h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/1$1,606
Thu 15/112:00
MEL
-
JFK
2 stops23h 50m
American Airlines
Sat 31/107:59
JFK
-
MEL
2 stops29h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 11/1$1,618
Thu 28/509:45
MEL
-
JFK
2 stops28h 13m
American Airlines
Wed 3/621:00
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop43h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,619
Tue 10/212:00
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop25h 08m
American Airlines
Tue 17/217:25
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop24h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,621
Fri 6/307:45
MEL
-
JFK
3 stops30h 54m
Air Canada
Sun 15/309:45
JFK
-
MEL
3 stops35h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 11/1$1,631
Sat 7/212:00
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop24h 18m
American Airlines
Sat 7/315:15
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop26h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,634
Tue 3/218:30
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop35h 55m
Qantas Airways
Sat 21/217:15
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop23h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/1$1,638
Fri 16/120:15
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop41h 55m
Air China
Sun 18/101:05
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop46h 35m
Air China
Deal found 12/1$1,650
Sat 2/508:00
MEL
-
JFK
2 stops26h 29m
American Airlines
Fri 22/514:43
JFK
-
MEL
2 stops26h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,661

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

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MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

09:10-21:35

2 stops27h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 15/4

16:15-07:50

2 stops25h 35m

$1,521

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 25/2

10:10-18:43

2 stops24h 33m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/3

12:55-08:00

2 stops27h 05m

$1,521

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

10:10-22:02

2 stops27h 52m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 13/3

08:35-07:00

1 stop31h 25m

$1,521

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

10:10-16:08

1 stop21h 58m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/3

19:59-07:00

2 stops44h 01m

$1,521

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

09:10-20:54

2 stops26h 44m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 25/3

11:30-07:00

2 stops28h 30m

$1,521

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

10:00-19:55

1 stop23h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 29/5

08:35-07:50

2 stops33h 15m

$1,521

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Sat 7/2

12:00-20:59

2 stops24h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 7/3

15:15-09:30

1 stop26h 15m

$1,640

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Mon 9/3

06:45-15:25

1 stop23h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 25/3

18:15-14:05

2 stops28h 50m

$1,749

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 10/6

21:50-20:40

1 stop36h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 14/6

01:15-10:40

1 stop43h 25m

$1,959

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Fri 12/6

21:50-20:40

1 stop36h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 16/6

01:15-10:40

1 stop43h 25m

$1,959

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on 9 January 2026.

Booking 74 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $476). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,558). 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.

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 13 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways from Melbourne Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
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Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,130 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
970 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,714 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,116 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Related info for your journey

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

    Delta can get you from Melbourne Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in just under 27h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Melbourne Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is about 16684 km.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($958), Air New Zealand ($1,148), and Delta ($1,297) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for 51% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $672 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qantas Airways and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from $894 and $951, respectively.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to John F Kennedy Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $476). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,558). 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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American AirlinesCheapest$958Average$1,622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,148Average$2,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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DeltaCheapest$1,297Average$1,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,314Average$1,912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,430Average$1,558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,523Average$1,941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,648Average$1,825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,700Average$1,974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,701Average$2,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,842Average$2,534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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