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Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport from $818

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 17/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — MEL
5 Aug — 12 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 July 2026.

Tue 15/901:45
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop38h 45m
Philippine Airlines
Tue 6/1007:30
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop30h 50m
Philippine Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,611
Sat 15/814:40
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop26h 05m
Qantas Airways
Sat 22/809:25
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop20h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/7$1,626
Mon 10/819:20
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop23h 00m
Qantas Airways
Tue 25/809:45
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop24h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,645
Mon 3/819:20
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop23h 00m
Qantas Airways
Wed 19/813:35
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop21h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 4/7$1,646
Tue 18/819:20
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop30h 30m
Qantas Airways
Tue 25/809:45
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop24h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 6/7$1,656
Mon 3/814:42
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop24h 18m
Qantas Airways
Mon 10/809:45
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop24h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 6/7$1,669
Sun 13/907:00
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop33h 45m
Qantas Airways
Sun 20/906:35
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop23h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 6/7$1,673
Wed 4/1117:15
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop23h 05m
Qantas Airways
Wed 11/1122:45
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop24h 43m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 6/7$1,681
Thu 15/1011:00
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop28h 45m
Qantas Airways
Mon 26/1006:45
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop23h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 3/7$1,692

Find flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 6 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,611

One-way from

$818

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,049
Philippine Airlines
  • Philippine Airlines
  • 15/9-6/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 69h 35m total
  • New York to Melbourne
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 17/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 05m total
  • New York to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($281 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($76 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne 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 6 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/8

13:10-07:50

2 stops28h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 23/8

10:00-21:57

2 stops25h 57m

$1,744

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/8

19:20-16:20

2 stops31h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 10/8

06:00-16:20

2 stops24h 20m

$1,869

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/12

15:15-09:50

1 stop26h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 20/1

12:00-00:59

2 stops28h 59m

$1,959

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/11

21:00-17:50

1 stop28h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 5/11

23:40-15:00

1 stop31h 20m

$2,094

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/11

10:20-09:25

2 stops31h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 17/11

13:00-08:00

2 stops35h 00m

$2,359
Fastest return journey

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 26/12

17:00-09:50

1 stop24h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 10/1

12:00-19:22

1 stop23h 22m

$2,558

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/9

22:20-05:30

2 stops41h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 16/9

15:55-18:55

3 stops41h 00m

$2,592

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 30/12

10:40-18:15

1 stop39h 35m

Melbourne

Fri 15/1

16:55-18:55

3 stops42h 00m

$2,594

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/8

22:20-21:50

2 stops33h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 9/8

12:05-18:55

3 stops44h 50m

$2,745

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 28/12

16:20-09:50

2 stops25h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 9/1

12:00-23:55

2 stops27h 55m

$2,766

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

Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,738). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,621). 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 Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 6 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,057 reviews
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Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Warwick,Feb 2026

SYD - MEL

Poor. Very long delayed boarding. Laughable attempt to roll out demarcation stairs. One person trying to push in place but too heavy.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,057 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,057 reviews
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Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Warwick,Feb 2026

SYD - MEL

Poor. Very long delayed boarding. Laughable attempt to roll out demarcation stairs. One person trying to push in place but too heavy.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport will take you 28h 40m. There are 16684 km between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Melbourne Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Qantas Airways is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $1,630. Qantas Airways is priced at 20% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $826 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qantas Airways from $902 and Etihad Airways from $1,090 one-way.

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,738). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,621). 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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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,630Average$1,852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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