Cheap flights from New York to Melbourne Airport from $796
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 31/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — MEL
5 Dec — 12 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Melbourne are usually found in February or April, booked 88 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 5 November 2025.
Mon 10/1114:00EWR - MEL
1 stop28h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 23/1111:30MEL - EWR
1 stop23h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,722
Wed 19/1107:15EWR - MEL
1 stop34h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/113:00MEL - EWR
1 stop26h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,743
Wed 3/1218:05EWR - MEL
1 stop23h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 17/1211:30MEL - EWR
2 stops23h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,749
Sun 7/1216:30EWR - MEL
1 stop25h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 28/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop35h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,760
Sat 6/1219:30EWR - MEL
1 stop46h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 28/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop35h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,778
Thu 27/1114:19EWR - MEL
2 stops27h 41mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop25h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,798
Sun 7/1217:00EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 27/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop27h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,802
Thu 4/1214:00EWR - MEL
1 stop28h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 17/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop23h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,820
Mon 1/1214:00LGA - MEL
2 stops27h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/1211:30MEL - LGA
2 stops24h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,872
Mon 10/1117:15JFK - MEL
2 stops29h 50mQantas Airways
Sat 22/1119:35MEL - JFK
2 stops34h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/11$1,880
Fri 7/1115:41LGA - MEL
2 stops25h 49mUnited Airlines
Thu 13/1113:00MEL - LGA
2 stops24h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,904
Mon 10/1117:15JFK - MEL
2 stops29h 50mQantas Airways
Mon 17/1106:00MEL - JFK
2 stops24h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/11$1,918
Best flights from New York to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from New York to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 5 November 2025.
Wed 8/414:30EWR - MEL
1 stop27h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 18/510:55MEL - EWR
1 stop23h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,743
Wed 22/413:00EWR - MEL
2 stops28h 40mDelta
Sun 3/510:00MEL - EWR
2 stops27h 01mDelta
Deal found 3/11$1,762
Thu 26/215:30LGA - MEL
3 stops32h 05mAir Canada
Fri 6/308:00MEL - LGA
3 stops30h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 4/11$1,952
Mon 29/1209:00LGA - MEL
1 stop28h 00mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/216:05MEL - LGA
2 stops23h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/11$2,106
Mon 19/117:15JFK - MEL
2 stops31h 20mQantas Airways
Fri 27/218:00MEL - JFK
2 stops29h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/11$2,304
Sun 15/318:05EWR - MEL
1 stop23h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 22/312:00MEL - EWR
1 stop26h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,743
Thu 12/219:35JFK - MEL
2 stops44h 25mDelta
Fri 20/210:10MEL - JFK
2 stops27h 54mDelta
Deal found 4/11$1,914
Mon 16/218:00EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/312:00MEL - EWR
1 stop21h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,743
Tue 17/215:30LGA - MEL
3 stops32h 05mAir Canada
Tue 10/306:30MEL - LGA
3 stops31h 03mAir Canada
Deal found 4/11$2,051
Thu 12/220:00LGA - MEL
2 stops44h 00mDelta
Fri 20/210:10MEL - LGA
2 stops24h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/11$1,914
Sun 15/315:59LGA - MEL
2 stops26h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sun 22/312:00MEL - LGA
2 stops25h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/11$2,106
Mon 26/114:20EWR - MEL
2 stops27h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop20h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,749
Thu 26/214:30LGA - MEL
2 stops27h 00mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/316:05MEL - LGA
1 stop23h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/11$2,106
Thu 26/219:45JFK - MEL
1 stop44h 15mDelta
Fri 6/310:10MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/11$1,915
Wed 19/1116:08EWR - MEL
2 stops25h 22mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/113:00MEL - EWR
1 stop26h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,749
Mon 19/115:30JFK - MEL
1 stop26h 00mQantas Airways
Wed 25/209:20MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/11$2,392
Wed 22/415:36EWR - MEL
2 stops26h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/510:55MEL - EWR
1 stop21h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,751
Fri 16/117:15JFK - MEL
2 stops35h 50mQantas Airways
Tue 24/218:50MEL - JFK
2 stops35h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/11$2,396
Sun 15/320:00JFK - MEL
2 stops44h 00mDelta
Sun 22/309:10MEL - JFK
2 stops28h 04mDelta
Deal found 2/11$2,004
Sat 7/321:00EWR - MEL
2 stops44h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/310:30MEL - EWR
1 stop23h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/11$1,751
Sat 17/121:20JFK - MEL
2 stops66h 40mDelta
Wed 25/210:10MEL - JFK
2 stops27h 54mDelta
Deal found 4/11$2,032
Wed 3/1217:00EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 17/1211:30MEL - EWR
2 stops28h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,751
Mon 8/1215:00EWR - MEL
1 stop27h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 28/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop35h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,760
Tue 20/119:45JFK - MEL
1 stop44h 15mDelta
Sun 22/210:10MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/11$2,218
Thu 27/1114:19EWR - MEL
2 stops27h 41mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop25h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,798
Tue 9/1219:25JFK - MEL
1 stop44h 35mDelta
Fri 26/1210:10MEL - JFK
1 stop24h 00mDelta
Deal found 3/11$2,287
Fri 6/314:55LGA - MEL
2 stops27h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 18/310:30MEL - LGA
2 stops23h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,828
Sun 18/118:20JFK - MEL
1 stop45h 40mDelta
Fri 27/210:10MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 58mDelta
Deal found 4/11$2,295
Tue 20/119:45JFK - MEL
1 stop44h 15mDelta
Fri 27/210:10MEL - JFK
2 stops27h 54mDelta
Deal found 4/11$2,301
Sun 7/1213:15LGA - MEL
2 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 21/1213:00MEL - LGA
2 stops26h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,940
Last-minute flights from New York to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from New York to Melbourne. Data last updated 5 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Fri 7/1115:41LGA - MEL
2 stops25h 49mUnited Airlines
Thu 13/1113:00MEL - LGA
2 stops24h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,904
Mon 10/1112:00EWR - MEL
1 stop30h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 23/1111:30MEL - EWR
1 stop23h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,722
Mon 10/1117:15JFK - MEL
2 stops29h 50mQantas Airways
Sat 22/1119:35MEL - JFK
2 stops34h 50mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/11$1,880
Mon 10/1117:15JFK - MEL
2 stops29h 50mQantas Airways
Mon 17/1106:00MEL - JFK
2 stops24h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 4/11$1,918
Wed 19/1107:15EWR - MEL
1 stop34h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/113:00MEL - EWR
1 stop26h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,743
Thu 27/1115:04EWR - MEL
2 stops26h 56mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/1211:30MEL - EWR
2 stops23h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,798
Mon 1/1214:00LGA - MEL
2 stops27h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/1211:30MEL - LGA
2 stops24h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,872
Wed 3/1218:05EWR - MEL
1 stop23h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 17/1211:30MEL - EWR
2 stops23h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,749
Thu 4/1214:00EWR - MEL
1 stop28h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 17/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop23h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,820
Sat 6/1219:30EWR - MEL
1 stop46h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 28/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop35h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,778
Sun 7/1216:30EWR - MEL
1 stop25h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 28/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop35h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,760
Sun 7/1217:00EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Sat 27/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop27h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,802
One-way flights from New York to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options from New York to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 5 November 2025.
Tue 31/308:26EWR - MEL
3 stops47h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$796
Sun 23/1100:01EWR - MEL
2 stops41h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$932
Mon 9/311:05JFK - MEL
3 stops45h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$959
Sun 16/1100:01EWR - MEL
3 stops52h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$978
Tue 18/1121:18EWR - MEL
2 stops43h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$984
Tue 18/1113:00JFK - MEL
3 stops51h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$987
Mon 1/1210:20JFK - MEL
3 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$996
Thu 20/1100:01EWR - MEL
3 stops55h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$999
Tue 25/1110:20JFK - MEL
3 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,021
Mon 17/1118:05JFK - MEL
3 stops49h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,022
Sat 22/1119:59EWR - MEL
3 stops59h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,024
Mon 24/1110:20JFK - MEL
3 stops33h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$1,028
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 5 November 2025.
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 5 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.
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NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
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Wed 8/4
14:30-08:15
1 stop27h 45m
Melbourne
Mon 18/5
10:55-20:03
1 stop23h 08m
$1,743
NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Sun 15/3
18:05-08:30
1 stop23h 25m
Melbourne
Sun 22/3
12:00-23:11
1 stop26h 11m
$1,743
NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Mon 16/2
18:00-10:00
1 stop24h 00m
Melbourne
Mon 9/3
12:00-18:54
1 stop21h 54m
$1,743
NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Mon 26/1
14:20-10:00
2 stops27h 40m
Melbourne
Mon 9/2
11:30-16:25
1 stop20h 55m
$1,749
NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Wed 19/11
16:08-09:30
2 stops25h 22m
Melbourne
Mon 12/1
13:00-23:13
1 stop26h 13m
$1,749
NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Wed 22/4
15:36-08:15
2 stops26h 39m
Melbourne
Sun 3/5
10:55-18:50
1 stop21h 55m
$1,751
NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Sat 7/3
21:00-09:00
2 stops44h 00m
Melbourne
Wed 11/3
10:30-18:30
1 stop23h 00m
$1,751
NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Wed 3/12
17:00-09:30
1 stop24h 30m
Melbourne
Wed 17/12
11:30-00:13
2 stops28h 43m
$1,751
NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Mon 8/12
15:00-10:00
1 stop27h 00m
Melbourne
Sun 28/12
11:30-07:05
1 stop35h 35m
$1,760
NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Wed 22/4
13:00-07:40
2 stops28h 40m
Melbourne
Sun 3/5
10:00-23:01
2 stops27h 01m
$1,762
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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 31 October 2025.
The best time to book flights from New York to Melbourne Airport is 88 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 $258). Flying from New York to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,237). 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 5 November 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 19% 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 $1,357.
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 5 November 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.
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 27h 45m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,743. 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 $1,493 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Qantas Airways, starting at $1,894. United Airlines is currently priced 38% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
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 $258). Flying from New York to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,237). 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.
Explore flights to Melbourne departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 5 November 2025.
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 5 November 2025.
Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.
How does Cheapflights help users find flights from New York to Melbourne?
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It’s simple! Cheapflights, which is free to use for everyone, saves millions of users time and money every year by helping them find the cheapest and most suitable flights from New York to Melbourne.
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