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Cheap flights from New York to Melbourne Airport from $824

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 6/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — MEL
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Melbourne are usually found in April or February, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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 11 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,653

One-way from

$824

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$2,340
ANA
  • ANA
  • 10/11-23/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 63h 05m total
  • New York to Melbourne
6/8
  • 6/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 06m total
  • New York to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($700 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($178 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from New York to Melbourne

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 11 July 2025.

Mon 10/1113:05JFK - MEL
2 stops34h 30mANA
Sun 23/1109:00MEL - JFK
2 stops28h 35mANA
Deal found 9/7$1,653
Thu 14/807:52EWR - MEL
2 stops38h 08mMultiple Airlines
Fri 29/813:30MEL - EWR
2 stops40h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7$1,743
Mon 25/800:30EWR - MEL
2 stops52h 45mTurkish Airlines
Tue 9/913:25MEL - EWR
2 stops47h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/7$1,795
Mon 11/819:20JFK - MEL
1 stop23h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 28/1012:00MEL - JFK
1 stop24h 18mQantas Airways
Deal found 10/7$1,915
Tue 21/1013:30JFK - MEL
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1118:00MEL - JFK
2 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$1,939
Mon 8/1216:55LGA - MEL
2 stops26h 30mQantas Airways
Sun 21/1207:00MEL - LGA
2 stops25h 01mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/7$2,010
Thu 28/819:01LGA - MEL
2 stops34h 19mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/907:30MEL - LGA
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7$2,014
Mon 1/917:13EWR - MEL
2 stops27h 52mAir Canada
Mon 8/906:00MEL - EWR
2 stops24h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 9/7$2,144
Mon 27/1015:30LGA - MEL
3 stops30h 05mAir Canada
Sun 9/1108:00MEL - LGA
3 stops30h 33mAir Canada
Deal found 10/7$2,171
Mon 8/1212:30LGA - MEL
1 stop24h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 21/1216:05MEL - LGA
1 stop22h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/7$2,331
Sun 28/914:00LGA - MEL
2 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 20/1011:55MEL - LGA
2 stops24h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/7$2,351
Tue 2/1217:00LGA - MEL
2 stops27h 45mFiji Airways
Tue 9/1214:15MEL - LGA
2 stops24h 01mFiji Airways
Deal found 10/7$2,480

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

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Price

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/11

13:05-15:35

2 stops34h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 23/11

09:00-21:35

2 stops28h 35m

$1,653

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Thu 14/8

07:52-12:00

2 stops38h 08m

Melbourne

Fri 29/8

13:30-15:35

2 stops40h 05m

$1,743

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Mon 25/8

00:30-19:15

2 stops52h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 9/9

13:25-22:35

2 stops47h 10m

$1,795

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/8

19:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 28/10

12:00-21:18

1 stop24h 18m

$1,915

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 21/10

13:30-15:35

2 stops35h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 11/11

18:00-10:30

2 stops32h 30m

$1,939

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Mon 8/12

16:55-11:25

2 stops26h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 21/12

07:00-16:01

2 stops25h 01m

$2,010

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Thu 28/8

19:01-19:20

2 stops34h 19m

Melbourne

Thu 11/9

07:30-23:35

2 stops30h 05m

$2,014

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Mon 1/9

17:13-11:05

2 stops27h 52m

Melbourne

Mon 8/9

06:00-16:59

2 stops24h 59m

$2,144

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Mon 27/10

15:30-12:35

3 stops30h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 9/11

08:00-22:33

3 stops30h 33m

$2,171

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Mon 8/12

12:30-05:00

1 stop24h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 21/12

16:05-22:18

1 stop22h 13m

$2,331

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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 27 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from New York to Melbourne Airport is 53 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from New York to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 11 July 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 in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

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

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 11 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with ANA, Japan Airlines, andFiji Airways 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.

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,July 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!
8.4
Very Good

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,July 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,July 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,July 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,July 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kenneth,July 2025

SFO - HND

Great food, great service, great comfort. Can’t ask for more although I’m only flying economy!

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.
  • 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 ANA. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,653 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Qantas Airways, starting at $1,795 and $1,915 round-trip. ANA is currently priced 31% 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?

    $1,170 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand, with prices starting from $1,176 and $1,240, respectively.

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

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from New York to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 11 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,480Average$2,369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,952Average$3,669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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