Cheap flights from New York to Melbourne from $705
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 1/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — MEL
21 Dec — 28 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 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 21 November 2025.
Thu 4/1217:00EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 17/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop25h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/11$1,541
Fri 5/1214:45EWR - MEL
1 stop26h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 22/1213:00MEL - EWR
1 stop22h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,559
Tue 9/1219:30EWR - MEL
2 stops44h 30mDelta
Sun 8/210:10MEL - EWR
2 stops23h 19mDelta
Deal found 20/11$1,576
Thu 11/1209:45JFK - AVV
3 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/120:55AVV - JFK
3 stops41h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,982
Wed 10/1218:39EWR - MEL
2 stops56h 31mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/212:00MEL - EWR
1 stop44h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,995
Sat 29/1101:45JFK - MEL
1 stop29h 15mCathay Pacific
Thu 4/1215:35MEL - JFK
1 stop30h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/11$2,018
Fri 5/1207:00JFK - MEL
1 stop30h 15mQantas Airways
Sat 20/1209:20MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$2,041
Thu 20/1108:00JFK - MEL
1 stop33h 30mQantas Airways
Wed 26/1109:20MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$2,049
Fri 28/1117:15JFK - MEL
1 stop23h 05mQantas Airways
Mon 8/1212:00MEL - JFK
1 stop27h 49mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/11$2,057
Mon 8/1217:15JFK - MEL
1 stop23h 05mQantas Airways
Mon 15/1212:00MEL - JFK
1 stop27h 49mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/11$2,060
Wed 19/1113:40JFK - MEL
1 stop41h 20mCathay Pacific
Wed 26/1108:40MEL - JFK
1 stop43h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 18/11$2,061
Tue 9/1218:39EWR - MEL
2 stops48h 36mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/212:00MEL - EWR
1 stop44h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$2,078
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 21 November 2025.
Mon 16/315:00EWR - MEL
2 stops26h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 23/310:30MEL - EWR
1 stop21h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,559
Wed 18/211:48EWR - MEL
2 stops28h 12mDelta
Wed 4/310:10MEL - EWR
2 stops26h 50mDelta
Deal found 19/11$1,578
Sat 7/318:25EWR - MEL
2 stops29h 10mAir Canada
Thu 19/307:00MEL - EWR
3 stops28h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 20/11$1,990
Sun 25/111:30JFK - AVV
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/306:00AVV - JFK
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$2,081
Fri 5/1212:30LGA - MEL
1 stop24h 30mAmerican Airlines
Thu 18/1216:05MEL - LGA
1 stop23h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/11$2,092
Tue 31/316:59LGA - MEL
2 stops26h 06mQantas Airways
Sat 11/413:35MEL - LGA
1 stop21h 24mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$2,197
Wed 11/322:20JFK - MEL
2 stops34h 00mEmirates
Mon 16/323:55MEL - JFK
1 stop29h 30mEmirates
Deal found 18/11$2,653
Sun 7/1221:40JFK - MEL
2 stops40h 00mJapan Airlines
Wed 11/207:20MEL - JFK
2 stops29h 40mJapan Airlines
Deal found 20/11$2,669
Fri 1/515:20EWR - MEL
2 stops26h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 17/509:30MEL - EWR
1 stop20h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,559
Fri 13/317:00EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 22/312:00MEL - EWR
1 stop21h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,559
Sat 7/318:05EWR - MEL
1 stop23h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 19/310:30MEL - EWR
1 stop21h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,559
Sun 25/115:00EWR - MEL
2 stops26h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/313:00MEL - EWR
1 stop21h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11$1,565
Thu 22/115:00LGA - MEL
3 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/106:05MEL - LGA
3 stops31h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$2,092
Sun 28/1221:15JFK - MEL
2 stops42h 45mDelta
Wed 14/110:10MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 57mDelta
Deal found 17/11$2,115
Mon 8/1206:59LGA - MEL
1 stop30h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 15/1216:05MEL - LGA
2 stops23h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/11$2,117
Sun 7/1212:30LGA - MEL
1 stop24h 30mQantas Airways
Sat 7/216:05MEL - LGA
1 stop23h 39mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$2,234
Wed 18/209:45JFK - AVV
3 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/320:55AVV - JFK
3 stops41h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$2,112
Sun 15/316:11LGA - MEL
2 stops26h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sun 22/312:00MEL - LGA
2 stops25h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/11$2,117
Tue 2/1219:00JFK - MEL
2 stops45h 00mDelta
Wed 17/1210:10MEL - JFK
2 stops25h 51mDelta
Deal found 20/11$2,230
Fri 13/317:29JFK - MEL
1 stop25h 01mQantas Airways
Sat 21/312:00MEL - JFK
1 stop24h 24mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/11$2,236
Sun 15/318:25EWR - AVV
2 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/306:00AVV - EWR
2 stops25h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$2,139
Wed 25/311:20JFK - MEL
2 stops31h 55mEmirates
Fri 27/322:30MEL - JFK
2 stops59h 25mEmirates
Deal found 17/11$2,706
Fri 1/516:17LGA - MEL
1 stop22h 43mQantas Airways
Sun 17/509:00MEL - LGA
2 stops25h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/11$2,366
Sat 4/417:29JFK - AVV
2 stops30h 41mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/416:40AVV - JFK
2 stops29h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$2,169
Tue 13/118:00EWR - MEL
1 stop23h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/213:00MEL - EWR
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/11$2,054
Wed 17/1207:05JFK - MEL
1 stop32h 55mDelta
Wed 14/110:10MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 57mDelta
Deal found 19/11$2,687
Sat 27/1217:15JFK - MEL
2 stops47h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 26/107:45MEL - JFK
2 stops24h 41mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$2,446
Tue 31/318:00EWR - AVV
2 stops36h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/420:40AVV - EWR
2 stops33h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$2,245
Tue 13/115:00EWR - MEL
1 stop27h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/213:00MEL - EWR
1 stop21h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/11$2,054
Mon 16/318:25EWR - AVV
2 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/306:00AVV - EWR
2 stops25h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$2,247
Last-minute flights from New York to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from New York to Melbourne. Data last updated 21 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Thu 20/1108:00JFK - MEL
1 stop33h 30mQantas Airways
Wed 26/1109:20MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$2,049
Thu 27/1109:00JFK - MEL
1 stop32h 30mQantas Airways
Fri 12/1206:45MEL - JFK
1 stop23h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$2,084
Fri 28/1117:15JFK - MEL
1 stop23h 05mQantas Airways
Mon 8/1212:00MEL - JFK
1 stop27h 49mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/11$2,057
Sat 29/1101:45JFK - MEL
1 stop29h 15mCathay Pacific
Thu 4/1215:35MEL - JFK
1 stop30h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/11$2,018
Sat 29/1111:58EWR - MEL
3 stops34h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/1220:50MEL - EWR
3 stops39h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$2,428
Sun 30/1117:15JFK - MEL
1 stop23h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 6/1212:00MEL - JFK
1 stop25h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/11$2,058
Thu 4/1215:25JFK - MEL
1 stop26h 05mQantas Airways
Tue 9/1213:55MEL - JFK
1 stop40h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/11$2,083
Fri 5/1207:00JFK - MEL
1 stop30h 15mQantas Airways
Sat 20/1209:20MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$2,041
Sun 7/1211:00JFK - MEL
2 stops38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/206:45MEL - JFK
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$2,080
Sun 7/1216:30JFK - MEL
1 stop25h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 27/1216:05MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/11$2,092
Mon 8/1217:15JFK - MEL
1 stop23h 05mQantas Airways
Mon 15/1212:00MEL - JFK
1 stop27h 49mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/11$2,060
Mon 29/1217:15JFK - MEL
2 stops28h 05mQantas Airways
Wed 14/106:30MEL - JFK
2 stops23h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/11$1,956
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 21 November 2025.
Sun 1/209:00EWR - MEL
2 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$705
Sun 8/209:00EWR - MEL
2 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$706
Sun 1/209:00EWR - AVV
3 stops46h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$768
Wed 18/312:34EWR - MEL
3 stops32h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$830
Sun 1/214:45EWR - MEL
1 stop26h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11$893
Fri 5/1215:00EWR - MEL
1 stop27h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11$902
Mon 9/213:00EWR - MEL
2 stops27h 00mDelta
Deal found 19/11$913
Sun 8/218:44EWR - MEL
2 stops45h 16mDelta
Deal found 20/11$922
Thu 4/1200:01EWR - MEL
2 stops53h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$953
Mon 1/1200:01EWR - MEL
2 stops38h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$955
Sun 1/211:30JFK - AVV
3 stops43h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$969
Fri 5/1211:00JFK - AVV
2 stops52h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$987
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 (ME1). 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 21 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 21 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Melbourne that are best for you.
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NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Mon 16/3
15:00-08:30
2 stops26h 30m
Melbourne
Mon 23/3
10:30-16:49
1 stop21h 19m
$1,559
NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Fri 1/5
15:20-07:30
2 stops26h 10m
Melbourne
Sun 17/5
09:30-16:16
1 stop20h 46m
$1,559
NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Fri 13/3
17:00-08:30
1 stop24h 30m
Melbourne
Sun 22/3
12:00-18:57
1 stop21h 57m
$1,559
NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Sat 7/3
18:05-09:30
1 stop23h 25m
Melbourne
Thu 19/3
10:30-16:49
1 stop21h 19m
$1,559
NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Sun 25/1
15:00-09:30
2 stops26h 30m
Melbourne
Sun 1/3
13:00-18:57
1 stop21h 57m
$1,565
NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Wed 18/2
11:48-08:00
2 stops28h 12m
Melbourne
Wed 4/3
10:10-21:00
2 stops26h 50m
$1,578
NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Sat 7/3
18:25-15:35
2 stops29h 10m
Melbourne
Thu 19/3
07:00-20:35
3 stops28h 35m
$1,990
NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Tue 13/1
18:00-09:30
1 stop23h 30m
Melbourne
Tue 3/2
13:00-21:30
1 stop24h 30m
$2,054
NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Tue 13/1
15:00-10:00
1 stop27h 00m
Melbourne
Mon 2/2
13:00-18:59
1 stop21h 59m
$2,054
New YorkMelbourne
JFK - AVV
JFKAVV
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sun 25/1
11:30-09:45
2 stops30h 15m
Melbourne Avalon
Sun 1/3
06:00-18:30
2 stops28h 30m
$2,081
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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
How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Melbourne?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New York to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 14 November 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 22 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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Melbourne?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Melbourne (average of $260). Flying from New York to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,248). 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 21 November 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York to Melbourne is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 35% on airfare.
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 21 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to Melbourne, such as Qantas Airways, Etihad Airways, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's 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?
Departing from New York to Melbourne will take you 24h 30m. There are 16678 km between New York and Melbourne. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Melbourne round-trip?
According to our current data, United Airlines ($1,501), and Qantas Airways ($1,904) offers the cheapest pricing from New York to Melbourne. United Airlines is 36% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Melbourne one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from New York to Melbourne are United Airlines ($902), Delta ($913), and Philippine Airlines ($1,106).
What are the most popular routes from New York to Melbourne?
The most popular flight routes from New York to Melbourne are New York John F Kennedy Intl - Melbourne, Newark - Melbourne and 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?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Melbourne (average of $260). Flying from New York to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,248). 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.
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 21 November 2025.
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