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Cheap flights from New York State to Melbourne Airport from $768

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 17/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — MEL
24 Jun — 1 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 25 May 2026.

Tue 11/809:59
EWR
-
MEL
3 stops35h 06m
Air Canada
Tue 25/806:00
MEL
-
EWR
3 stops27h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 20/5$1,505
Tue 4/817:00
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop25h 15m
United Airlines
Wed 12/810:55
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop22h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/5$1,506
Mon 1/612:21
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop26h 39m
American Airlines
Wed 5/813:35
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 28m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/5$1,508
Thu 28/517:00
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop25h 15m
United Airlines
Wed 10/610:55
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop26h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/5$1,510
Fri 14/814:20
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop27h 10m
United Airlines
Mon 24/810:55
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop24h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/5$1,513
Thu 11/612:21
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops28h 24m
American Airlines
Mon 22/613:35
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 24/5$1,515
Mon 1/617:30
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
Air New Zealand
Wed 5/809:30
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop21h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 24/5$1,522
Sun 7/617:00
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop25h 15m
United Airlines
Thu 30/710:55
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/5$1,523
Wed 3/614:15
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop27h 15m
Air New Zealand
Sun 12/709:30
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop21h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 24/5$1,526
Fri 5/617:00
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop25h 15m
United Airlines
Sat 13/610:55
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops34h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/5$1,529
Sun 24/520:50
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops45h 25m
United Airlines
Thu 4/610:55
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops27h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/5$1,530
Thu 11/607:00
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop35h 15m
United Airlines
Mon 22/610:55
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop26h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/5$1,537

Find flight deals from New York to Melbourne

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to Melbourne flight deals. Data was last updated 25 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,496

One-way from

$768

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,876
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 4/7-11/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 54h 14m total
  • New York to Melbourne
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 17/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 05m total
  • New York to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($210 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($77 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 25 May 2026.
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NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Fri 14/8

14:20-07:30

1 stop27h 10m

Melbourne

Mon 24/8

10:55-21:49

1 stop24h 54m

$1,513

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Mon 10/8

18:00-08:15

1 stop24h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 19/8

10:55-21:49

1 stop24h 54m

$1,523
Fastest return journey

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Mon 8/6

18:45-07:30

1 stop22h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 27/7

10:55-20:10

1 stop23h 15m

$1,523

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Thu 11/6

14:00-08:15

2 stops28h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 22/6

10:55-01:04

2 stops28h 09m

$1,529

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Thu 22/10

14:45-09:15

1 stop27h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

13:00-20:03

1 stop23h 03m

$1,771

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Wed 23/9

17:30-07:30

1 stop24h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 10/10

11:55-22:41

1 stop25h 46m

$1,781

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/11

15:30-09:30

2 stops26h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 13/11

11:30-18:32

2 stops23h 02m

$1,787

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Wed 18/11

15:50-09:30

2 stops25h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 27/11

11:30-18:32

2 stops23h 02m

$1,788

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Wed 23/9

12:34-07:30

2 stops28h 56m

Melbourne

Sat 10/10

11:55-23:22

2 stops26h 27m

$1,788

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Tue 15/9

16:00-11:05

3 stops29h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 29/9

06:00-20:59

3 stops28h 59m

$1,834

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Melbourne Airport (average of $206). Flying from State of New York to Melbourne Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $990). 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 State of New York to Melbourne Airport?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from State of New York to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 53 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 State of New York to Melbourne Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from State of New York to Melbourne Airport in 27h 10m. Fly via United Airlines, Air Canada, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between State of New York and Melbourne Airport is about 16652 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $581 on Qantas Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $797 and United Airlines from $814 one-way.

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

    When deciding which route to take from State of New York to Melbourne Airport, consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Melbourne, Newark - Melbourne or New York LaGuardia - Melbourne, as they are the most popular.

  • 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 State of New York to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Melbourne Airport (average of $206). Flying from State of New York to Melbourne Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $990). 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

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United AirlinesCheapest$922Average$1,944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,578Average$1,795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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