Cheap flights from New York to Melbourne from $952
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 30/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — MEL
14 Dec — 21 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 14 November 2025.
Fri 14/1117:38JFK - MEL
1 stop23h 52mQantas Airways
Wed 26/1109:20MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/11$1,915
Tue 30/1217:45JFK - AVV
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/120:55AVV - JFK
2 stops40h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11$1,926
Wed 10/1211:00JFK - MEL
2 stops44h 35mQantas Airways
Wed 17/1208:15MEL - JFK
2 stops24h 13mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/11$2,010
Mon 17/1116:30JFK - MEL
1 stop25h 00mQantas Airways
Mon 24/1109:20MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/11$2,026
Mon 8/1217:15JFK - MEL
1 stop23h 05mQantas Airways
Mon 15/1212:00MEL - JFK
1 stop27h 49mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/11$2,033
Fri 14/1121:25JFK - MEL
1 stop44h 05mQantas Airways
Fri 21/1109:20MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/11$2,052
Mon 17/1116:30JFK - MEL
1 stop25h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 2/1213:55MEL - JFK
1 stop40h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/11$2,057
Sun 7/1212:45EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sat 27/1216:05MEL - EWR
1 stop23h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,071
Sun 7/1212:24JFK - MEL
1 stop24h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sat 27/1216:05MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,071
Sun 7/1212:45EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 15mAmerican Airlines
Tue 23/1216:05MEL - EWR
1 stop23h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,074
Thu 4/1216:30JFK - MEL
1 stop25h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sun 28/1216:05MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 13/11$2,074
Sun 7/1213:25LGA - MEL
1 stop23h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 23/1216:05MEL - LGA
1 stop21h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,074
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 14 November 2025.
Tue 30/1217:45JFK - AVV
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/120:55AVV - JFK
2 stops40h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11$1,926
Sun 1/215:30JFK - MEL
2 stops28h 10mQantas Airways
Thu 12/308:15MEL - JFK
2 stops25h 44mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/11$2,010
Wed 4/313:40JFK - MEL
1 stop30h 50mCathay Pacific
Tue 17/315:35MEL - JFK
1 stop29h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 13/11$2,068
Sun 15/315:30JFK - MEL
1 stop27h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sun 22/312:00MEL - JFK
1 stop25h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 13/11$2,084
Fri 30/118:00EWR - MEL
1 stop23h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/311:30MEL - EWR
1 stop22h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,107
Mon 30/318:25JFK - MEL
1 stop23h 15mDelta
Sun 12/410:00MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/11$2,118
Fri 27/215:30JFK - MEL
2 stops28h 10mQantas Airways
Sat 14/307:00MEL - JFK
2 stops28h 02mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/11$2,010
Fri 16/118:25EWR - MEL
2 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/107:10MEL - EWR
2 stops25h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$2,011
Sun 15/316:11LGA - MEL
2 stops26h 19mAmerican Airlines
Sun 22/312:00MEL - LGA
2 stops25h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 13/11$2,091
Sun 1/218:00EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/313:00MEL - EWR
1 stop21h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,107
Sun 7/1219:48JFK - MEL
2 stops44h 12mDelta
Sun 21/1210:10MEL - JFK
2 stops29h 47mDelta
Deal found 13/11$2,138
Sat 28/301:55JFK - MEL
1 stop30h 20mCathay Pacific
Tue 14/423:45MEL - JFK
1 stop27h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/11$2,146
Sun 15/316:30JFK - MEL
2 stops29h 10mQantas Airways
Sun 22/309:00MEL - JFK
2 stops27h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/11$2,025
Fri 30/118:00EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 00mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/313:00MEL - EWR
1 stop21h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,107
Tue 3/219:00JFK - MEL
2 stops45h 00mDelta
Sun 8/310:10MEL - JFK
1 stop22h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/11$2,138
Wed 25/201:45JFK - MEL
1 stop29h 15mCathay Pacific
Sun 15/315:35MEL - JFK
1 stop29h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 13/11$2,182
Tue 31/316:00EWR - MEL
1 stop26h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 13/410:55MEL - EWR
1 stop21h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,107
Wed 25/212:00LGA - MEL
2 stops28h 00mDelta
Fri 6/310:10MEL - LGA
2 stops24h 34mDelta
Deal found 12/11$2,138
Thu 26/216:05LGA - MEL
2 stops26h 00mQantas Airways
Mon 18/513:35MEL - LGA
1 stop22h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/11$2,174
Sun 15/310:00JFK - MEL
1 stop30h 10mCathay Pacific
Sat 21/300:45MEL - JFK
1 stop27h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 13/11$2,194
Thu 27/1118:25EWR - AVV
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1206:00AVV - EWR
2 stops26h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$2,440
Sat 31/118:00EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/311:30MEL - EWR
1 stop22h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,107
Sun 10/520:30LGA - MEL
2 stops45h 10mDelta
Sun 24/510:00MEL - LGA
2 stops23h 35mDelta
Deal found 13/11$2,138
Fri 16/117:15JFK - MEL
2 stops38h 20mQantas Airways
Sat 24/106:00MEL - JFK
2 stops33h 52mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/11$2,217
Thu 27/1111:30LGA - AVV
3 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1220:55AVV - LGA
3 stops41h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$2,461
Tue 31/318:00EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 14/410:55MEL - EWR
1 stop21h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,107
Sat 17/109:45JFK - AVV
3 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/120:55AVV - JFK
3 stops41h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$2,474
Tue 3/218:00EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/311:30MEL - EWR
1 stop22h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,107
Thu 27/1109:45JFK - AVV
3 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1206:00AVV - JFK
3 stops32h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,510
Thu 5/218:00EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/310:30MEL - EWR
1 stop23h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$2,107
Last-minute flights from New York to Melbourne
Discover last-minute flight deals from New York to Melbourne. Data last updated 14 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Thu 13/1110:30JFK - AVV
2 stops37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1116:25AVV - JFK
2 stops45h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11$2,477
Tue 18/1110:30JFK - MEL
2 stops31h 55mQantas Airways
Tue 9/1206:00MEL - JFK
2 stops27h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/11$2,255
Tue 18/1109:00JFK - MEL
1 stop35h 30mCathay Pacific
Mon 8/1200:45MEL - JFK
1 stop27h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/11$2,265
Tue 18/1113:40JFK - MEL
1 stop30h 50mCathay Pacific
Tue 25/1108:40MEL - JFK
1 stop43h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/11$2,501
Thu 27/1109:45JFK - AVV
3 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1220:55AVV - JFK
3 stops41h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$2,272
Thu 27/1109:45JFK - AVV
3 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1206:00AVV - JFK
3 stops32h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$2,281
Thu 27/1118:25EWR - AVV
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1206:00AVV - EWR
2 stops26h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$2,440
Thu 27/1111:30LGA - AVV
3 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1220:55AVV - LGA
3 stops41h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$2,461
Thu 4/1209:45JFK - AVV
3 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1206:00AVV - JFK
3 stops32h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$2,390
Thu 4/1209:45JFK - AVV
3 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1206:00AVV - JFK
3 stops32h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$2,525
Fri 5/1209:45JFK - AVV
3 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/1220:55AVV - JFK
3 stops41h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$2,481
Tue 30/1217:45JFK - AVV
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/120:55AVV - JFK
2 stops40h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11$1,926
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 14 November 2025.
Sun 30/1100:01EWR - MEL
2 stops42h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$952
Thu 4/1200:01EWR - MEL
2 stops46h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$967
Fri 5/1211:00JFK - MEL
2 stops52h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$971
Sat 31/106:20LGA - AVV
3 stops48h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$977
Wed 11/206:10JFK - AVV
3 stops57h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$983
Wed 11/206:10JFK - MEL
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$987
Sat 31/106:20LGA - MEL
3 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$989
Sat 31/109:00EWR - AVV
2 stops46h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$992
Thu 19/206:10JFK - MEL
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,004
Sat 31/109:00EWR - MEL
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$1,006
Mon 9/306:00JFK - MEL
2 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$1,012
Mon 1/1210:20JFK - MEL
2 stops53h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$1,022
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 14 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 14 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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Route
Depart
Return
Price
New YorkMelbourne
JFK - AVV
JFKAVV
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Tue 30/12
17:45-20:20
2 stops34h 35m
Melbourne Avalon
Tue 13/1
20:55-21:08
2 stops40h 13m
$1,926
New YorkMelbourne
JFK - MEL
JFKMEL
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sun 1/2
15:30-11:40
2 stops28h 10m
Melbourne
Thu 12/3
08:15-18:59
2 stops25h 44m
$2,010
New YorkMelbourne
JFK - MEL
JFKMEL
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Fri 27/2
15:30-11:40
2 stops28h 10m
Melbourne
Sat 14/3
07:00-20:02
2 stops28h 02m
$2,010
NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Fri 16/1
18:25-22:45
2 stops36h 20m
Melbourne
Sun 25/1
07:10-16:53
2 stops25h 43m
$2,011
New YorkMelbourne
JFK - MEL
JFKMEL
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sun 15/3
16:30-12:40
2 stops29h 10m
Melbourne
Sun 22/3
09:00-21:30
2 stops27h 30m
$2,025
New YorkMelbourne
JFK - MEL
JFKMEL
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Wed 4/3
13:40-12:30
1 stop30h 50m
Melbourne
Tue 17/3
15:35-05:45
1 stop29h 10m
$2,068
New YorkMelbourne
JFK - MEL
JFKMEL
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sun 15/3
15:30-09:30
1 stop27h 00m
Melbourne
Sun 22/3
12:00-22:30
1 stop25h 30m
$2,084
New YorkMelbourne
LGA - MEL
LGAMEL
New York LaGuardia
Sun 15/3
16:11-09:30
2 stops26h 19m
Melbourne
Sun 22/3
12:00-22:09
2 stops25h 09m
$2,091
NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Fri 30/1
18:00-09:30
1 stop23h 30m
Melbourne
Mon 9/3
11:30-18:30
1 stop22h 00m
$2,107
NewarkMelbourne
EWR - MEL
EWRMEL
Newark
Sun 1/2
18:00-10:00
1 stop24h 00m
Melbourne
Fri 6/3
13:00-18:54
1 stop21h 54m
$2,107
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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 7 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 $256). Flying from New York to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,220). 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 14 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 14 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 27h. There are 16684 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 ($1,482), and Qantas Airways ($1,880) offers the cheapest pricing from New York to Melbourne. United Airlines is 37% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
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 $256). Flying from New York to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,220). 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 14 November 2025.
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