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Cheap flights from New York to Melbourne Airport from $712

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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — MEL
26 déc. — 2 janv.1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Melbourne are usually found in February or April, booked 22 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from New York to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 novembre 2025.

dim. 7/1208:05EWR - MEL
1 stop28h 55mAmerican Airlines
sam. 27/1216:05MEL - EWR
1 stop23h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,509
ven. 5/1212:46EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 14mAmerican Airlines
sam. 27/1216:05MEL - EWR
1 stop23h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,525
jeu. 4/1217:00EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
mer. 17/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop25h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,546
mar. 9/1218:05EWR - MEL
1 stop23h 55mUnited Airlines
jeu. 25/1213:00MEL - EWR
1 stop23h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/11$1,562
sam. 20/1210:15EWR - MEL
2 stops31h 45mUnited Airlines
sam. 3/111:30MEL - EWR
2 stops42h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,591
ven. 5/1215:08EWR - MEL
2 stops26h 22mUnited Airlines
sam. 27/1213:00MEL - EWR
2 stops36h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/11$1,593
mar. 9/1212:46EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 14mAmerican Airlines
sam. 20/1216:05MEL - EWR
1 stop23h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/11$1,757
jeu. 27/1101:35JFK - MEL
1 stop30h 30mMultiple Airlines
lun. 8/1212:00MEL - JFK
2 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,895
mar. 9/1213:15LGA - MEL
2 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines
jeu. 25/1208:00MEL - LGA
2 stops28h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/11$1,963
dim. 30/1100:01EWR - MEL
2 stops38h 49mMultiple Airlines
lun. 8/1212:00MEL - EWR
1 stop33h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11$2,017
mer. 3/1212:24JFK - MEL
1 stop24h 36mQantas Airways
mar. 7/409:45MEL - JFK
1 stop25h 28mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/11$2,052
mer. 10/1217:00EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
jeu. 25/1213:00MEL - EWR
1 stop23h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/11$2,057

Cheap flight deals from New York to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 26 novembre 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,509

One-way from

$712

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December

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February

Average price

$2,213
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 7/12-27/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 31m total
  • New York to Melbourne
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  • 3/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 25m total
  • New York to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($516 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($148 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York 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 26 novembre 2025.
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NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

sam. 17/1

06:00-05:00

1 stop31h 00m

Melbourne

dim. 25/1

16:05-00:29

1 stop24h 24m

$1,525

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

dim. 15/2

15:30-09:30

2 stops26h 00m

Melbourne

mer. 25/2

11:30-16:49

1 stop21h 19m

$1,560

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

lun. 16/2

18:00-10:00

1 stop24h 00m

Melbourne

jeu. 5/3

13:00-21:33

1 stop24h 33m

$1,560

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

dim. 1/2

18:00-09:30

1 stop23h 30m

Melbourne

mar. 10/2

11:30-19:01

2 stops23h 31m

$1,568

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

jeu. 5/2

16:40-10:00

1 stop25h 20m

Melbourne

jeu. 12/2

11:30-18:59

2 stops23h 29m

$1,568

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sam. 17/1

09:00-07:10

1 stop30h 10m

Melbourne

sam. 24/1

00:45-05:45

1 stop45h 00m

$1,857

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dim. 11/1

09:00-12:30

1 stop35h 30m

Melbourne

mar. 20/1

00:45-19:05

1 stop34h 20m

$1,857

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

sam. 17/1

09:00-11:05

2 stops34h 05m

Melbourne

dim. 25/1

13:55-23:48

3 stops25h 53m

$1,884

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sam. 17/1

17:15-11:40

2 stops26h 25m

Melbourne

dim. 25/1

18:20-07:00

2 stops28h 40m

$1,918

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

sam. 17/1

11:59-11:40

3 stops31h 41m

Melbourne

dim. 25/1

06:05-21:33

3 stops31h 28m

$1,958

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Melbourne

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Melbourne Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New York to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from New York to Melbourne Airport is 22 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Melbourne Airport (average of $260). Flying from New York to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,252). 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 MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 novembre 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York to Melbourne Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 28% on airfare.

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

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from New York to Melbourne Airport?

Share of one-stop return flights from New York to Melbourne Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Los Angeles (LAX) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 20% of one-stop itineraries from New York to Melbourne Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from New York to Melbourne Airport?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from New York to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Nadi (NAN) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,366.

What’s the fastest stopover option from New York to Melbourne Airport?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from New York to Melbourne Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Nadi (NAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 19h 17m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from New York to Melbourne Airport?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from New York to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 25m.

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 26 novembre 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Qantas Airways, Etihad Airways, andUnited Airlines from New York to Melbourne Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
944 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
944 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
944 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,312 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
944 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,046 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
944 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
944 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,476 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
944 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Melbourne. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from New York to Melbourne Airport?

    A quick flight from New York to Melbourne Airport can take about 26h. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,560. New York and Melbourne Airport are separated by a distance of 16652 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 New York to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from New York to Melbourne Airport is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,602 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Qantas Airways, starting at $1,907. United Airlines is currently priced 33% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $881 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 United Airlines and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $904 and $1,320, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Melbourne Airport?

    The most popular route from New York to Melbourne Airport is New York John F Kennedy Intl - Melbourne. You may also consider Newark - Melbourne or New York LaGuardia - Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Melbourne?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Melbourne 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 New York to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Melbourne Airport (average of $260). Flying from New York to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,252). 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 2 airlines flying from New York to Melbourne

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from New York to Melbourne. 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 26 novembre 2025.
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,602Average$2,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,907Average$2,559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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