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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from $839

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 13/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JFK
12 Sep — 19 Sep1
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 13 August 2026.

Mon 2/1110:10 -
1 stop22h 44m
Sun 15/1108:15 -
2 stops31h 45m
Deal found 11/8$1,462
Tue 13/1011:00 -
1 stop22h 11m
Thu 22/1019:30 -
2 stops46h 20m
Deal found 12/8$1,533
Sun 15/1120:15 -
1 stop41h 55m
Sun 29/1101:05 -
1 stop46h 35m
Deal found 11/8$1,557
Fri 2/1019:40 -
1 stop41h 25m
Thu 8/1002:05 -
1 stop46h 20m
Deal found 10/8$1,558
Sun 9/810:00 -
1 stop27h 40m
Mon 24/817:40 -
1 stop24h 10m
Deal found 8/8$1,597
Mon 2/1110:10 -
2 stops30h 49m
Tue 24/1114:00 -
2 stops26h 00m
Deal found 8/8$1,598
Fri 14/810:00 -
1 stop23h 52m
Thu 27/820:25 -
1 stop45h 25m
Deal found 12/8$1,599
Wed 19/810:00 -
2 stops25h 57m
Tue 25/819:00 -
2 stops46h 50m
Deal found 11/8$1,601
Wed 9/910:00 -
1 stop25h 44m
Wed 23/912:59 -
2 stops28h 51m
Deal found 10/8$1,602
Wed 30/919:40 -
1 stop41h 25m
Thu 8/1002:05 -
1 stop46h 20m
Deal found 9/8$1,619
Tue 13/1007:15 -
2 stops23h 46m
Wed 21/1013:10 -
2 stops28h 40m
Deal found 11/8$1,638

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 (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 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,400

One-way from

$839

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,766
Delta
  • Delta
  • 13/10-21/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 11m total
  • Melbourne to New York
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13/11
  • 13/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 30m total
  • Melbourne to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($54 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($74 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneNew York

MEL Melbourne - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 9/9

10:00-23:41

1 stop27h 41m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 16/9

16:45-07:50

1 stop25h 05m

$1,462

MelbourneNew York

MEL Melbourne - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 23/9

10:00-23:40

2 stops27h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/10

15:40-08:50

1 stop26h 10m

$1,462
Fastest return journey

MelbourneNew York

MEL Melbourne - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

MELJFK

Melbourne

Tue 8/12

10:10-19:51

1 stop25h 41m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 26/2

15:15-08:00

1 stop24h 45m

$2,023

MelbourneNew York

MEL Melbourne - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

10:00-05:21

1 stop33h 21m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 18/9

19:00-07:50

1 stop22h 50m

$2,068

MelbourneNew York

MEL Melbourne - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 9/9

10:00-23:41

1 stop27h 41m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/10

16:40-08:50

1 stop25h 10m

$2,134

MelbourneNew York

MEL Melbourne - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

MELJFK

Melbourne

Thu 31/12

10:10-08:29

1 stop38h 19m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 18/1

19:20-08:00

1 stop44h 40m

$2,345

MelbourneNew York

MEL Melbourne - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

MELJFK

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

14:05-06:55

2 stops31h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 21/10

20:25-23:35

3 stops36h 10m

$2,429

MelbourneNew York

MEL Melbourne - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

MELJFK

Melbourne

Thu 27/8

15:00-06:55

2 stops29h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 30/8

08:55-23:35

2 stops48h 40m

$2,463

MelbourneNew York

MEL Melbourne - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

MELJFK

Melbourne

Tue 22/9

06:30-23:30

1 stop31h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/10

07:05-07:30

2 stops33h 25m

$2,532

MelbourneNew York

MEL Melbourne - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

MELJFK

Melbourne

Thu 17/9

06:00-18:31

2 stops26h 31m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 30/9

14:35-11:10

2 stops30h 35m

$2,793

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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?

Booking 44 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 $1,387). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,328). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Melbourne Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights typically cost between $1,481 and $1,827 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,400 on Delta (13 Oct–21 Oct).

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 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Fiji Airways,Delta, andCathay Pacific 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.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
252 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
252 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
252 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,504 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
252 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,451 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
252 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,081 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
252 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,921 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
252 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

YVR - NAN

They didn’t enter the Tabua Club number on my boarding pass. Had to show my email to confirm my membership to enter the lounge at YVR.

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 and Air China can get you from Melbourne Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in just under 22h 11m. Your travel time can differ by up to 19h 44m. The distance from Melbourne Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is about 16684 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 flying from Melbourne Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, JetBlue ($302), American Airlines ($762), and Fiji Airways ($904) 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 82% 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?

    $638 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 Air New Zealand, with prices starting from $854 and $1,063, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to John F Kennedy Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to John F Kennedy Intl flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to John F Kennedy Intl.

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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 $1,387). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,328). 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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Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to John F Kennedy Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 13 August 2026.
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JetBlueCheapest$302Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapest$762Average$1,546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$904Average$1,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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DeltaCheapest$1,149Average$1,504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,152Average$2,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,190Average$1,825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,721Average$2,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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