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Cheap flights from New York to Melbourne from $804

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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — MEL
5 May — 12 May1
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 5 April 2026.

Sun 10/518:05
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops27h 00m
Air Canada
Tue 26/506:00
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops24h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 31/3$1,507
Mon 4/518:05
EWR
-
AVV
2 stops30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 20/520:40
AVV
-
EWR
2 stops34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3$1,508
Mon 20/418:00
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops27h 05m
Air Canada
Sun 19/720:45
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops33h 48m
Air Canada
Deal found 31/3$1,512
Mon 4/518:05
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops27h 30m
Air Canada
Wed 20/506:00
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops24h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 31/3$1,514
Mon 11/518:05
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops27h 00m
Air Canada
Mon 18/520:40
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops34h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 31/3$1,515
Tue 21/418:00
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops27h 05m
Air Canada
Thu 21/506:00
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops24h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 31/3$1,560
Sat 16/518:05
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops27h 15m
Air Canada
Sat 23/518:00
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops36h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 31/3$1,565
Mon 20/418:00
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops27h 35m
Air Canada
Wed 20/520:40
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops34h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 31/3$1,569
Thu 21/518:05
EWR
-
AVV
2 stops30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/620:40
AVV
-
EWR
2 stops34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$1,575
Sun 24/515:50
JFK
-
MEL
3 stops29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/520:50
MEL
-
JFK
3 stops39h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4$1,626
Tue 29/915:50
JFK
-
MEL
3 stops29h 45m
Air Canada
Tue 13/1007:00
MEL
-
JFK
3 stops30h 47m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/4$1,641
Tue 29/916:00
LGA
-
MEL
3 stops29h 05m
Air Canada
Tue 13/1007:00
MEL
-
LGA
3 stops28h 59m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/4$1,641

Find 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 5 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,507

One-way from

$804

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,770
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 10/5-26/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 40m total
  • New York to Melbourne
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8/5
  • 8/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 30m total
  • New York to Melbourne
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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 5 April 2026.
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NewarkMelbourne

EWR - AVV

EWRAVV

Newark

Mon 4/5

18:05-14:10

2 stops30h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 20/5

20:40-16:40

2 stops34h 00m

$1,508

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - AVV

EWRAVV

Newark

Thu 21/5

14:30-14:10

3 stops33h 40m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 3/6

20:40-16:40

2 stops34h 00m

$1,589

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - AVV

JFKAVV

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/5

10:40-14:10

3 stops37h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 31/5

20:55-10:00

3 stops51h 05m

$1,649

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - AVV

JFKAVV

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 24/5

10:40-16:05

3 stops39h 25m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 31/5

20:55-22:48

3 stops39h 53m

$1,689

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - AVV

EWRAVV

Newark

Mon 20/4

18:00-14:20

2 stops30h 20m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 11/5

20:55-16:40

2 stops33h 45m

$1,812

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - AVV

JFKAVV

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/5

15:50-14:10

3 stops32h 20m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 10/5

20:55-22:48

3 stops39h 53m

$1,920

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - AVV

JFKAVV

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/9

10:40-14:10

3 stops37h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 13/9

20:55-10:00

3 stops51h 05m

$1,927

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - AVV

JFKAVV

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 20/4

10:40-14:10

3 stops37h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 19/7

20:55-10:00

3 stops51h 05m

$1,966

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - AVV

LGAAVV

New York LaGuardia

Wed 9/9

16:00-16:05

3 stops34h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 13/9

20:55-20:59

3 stops38h 04m

$1,980

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - AVV

LGAAVV

New York LaGuardia

Mon 20/4

15:30-16:05

3 stops34h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 11/5

20:55-22:36

3 stops39h 41m

$2,018

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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 3 April 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 88 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 $239). Flying from New York to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,759). 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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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 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to Melbourne, such as Qantas Airways,United Airlines, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,016 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,016 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,016 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,545 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,016 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,428 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,016 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,553 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,016 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.

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 15m. There are 16652 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 ($958), and Qantas Airways ($1,640) offers the cheapest pricing from New York to Melbourne. United Airlines is 54% 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 Qantas Airways ($921), Air New Zealand ($963), and Etihad Airways ($1,097).

  • 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 $239). Flying from New York to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,759). 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 5 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$958Average$2,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,640Average$1,864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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