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Cheap flights from New York State to Melbourne from $797

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 16/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — MEL
17 Jul — 24 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 17 June 2026.

Mon 3/812:21
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop26h 39m
American Airlines
Wed 19/813:35
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 28m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,527
Mon 10/817:30
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop24h 00m
United Airlines
Tue 25/810:55
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops24h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 11/6$1,528
Sat 4/715:40
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop25h 05m
American Airlines
Tue 21/709:45
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop24h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 16/6$1,528
Tue 23/614:45
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop27h 30m
United Airlines
Sun 12/710:55
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop28h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,530
Sat 20/607:00
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop35h 15m
United Airlines
Sat 4/710:55
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,531
Mon 10/813:33
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops25h 27m
American Airlines
Tue 25/809:45
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops28h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 11/6$1,532
Thu 2/717:00
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop23h 45m
American Airlines
Fri 10/709:45
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop25h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 15/6$1,532
Sat 20/607:00
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop35h 15m
United Airlines
Fri 3/710:55
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop22h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/6$1,534
Sat 20/614:10
JFK
-
MEL
2 stops26h 35m
American Airlines
Sat 4/709:45
MEL
-
JFK
2 stops25h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 16/6$1,534
Thu 18/613:29
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops27h 16m
American Airlines
Wed 1/709:45
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops24h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 14/6$1,534
Thu 2/715:25
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops26h 50m
United Airlines
Fri 10/709:30
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops24h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/6$1,535
Sat 17/1008:05
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop31h 40m
Qantas Airways
Wed 28/1023:15
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop21h 53m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 15/6$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 17 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,514

One-way from

$797

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,725
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 9/8-19/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 50m total
  • New York to Melbourne
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 16/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 00m total
  • New York to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($253 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($85 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 17 June 2026.
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New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Wed 1/7

15:38-07:30

2 stops25h 52m

Melbourne

Wed 15/7

09:30-20:22

2 stops24h 52m

$1,534
Fastest return journey

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Wed 1/7

15:41-07:30

2 stops25h 49m

Melbourne

Wed 15/7

10:55-19:03

1 stop22h 08m

$1,542

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 24/11

11:45-09:50

1 stop30h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 3/12

12:00-23:51

2 stops27h 51m

$1,544

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Mon 29/6

14:15-07:30

1 stop27h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 9/7

10:55-19:03

1 stop22h 08m

$1,544

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Wed 1/7

18:45-07:30

1 stop22h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

09:30-21:29

2 stops25h 59m

$1,549

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Sat 15/8

14:25-08:15

2 stops27h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 23/8

09:30-19:54

2 stops24h 24m

$1,549

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 30/9

10:55-07:50

2 stops30h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 11/10

11:00-20:41

2 stops24h 41m

$1,559

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 17/10

18:40-08:50

2 stops47h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 28/10

11:00-17:46

1 stop21h 46m

$1,559

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Tue 25/8

20:30-07:50

2 stops45h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 4/9

10:00-22:27

2 stops26h 27m

$1,559

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 26/10

12:59-08:50

2 stops28h 51m

Melbourne

Thu 19/11

12:00-17:46

1 stop21h 46m

$1,561

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Melbourne (average of $209). Flying from State of New York to Melbourne in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,005). 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?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from State of New York to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 79 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?

    For as low as $1,534, United Airlines can have you in Melbourne from State of New York in 25h 52m. There are 16678 km between State of New York and Melbourne. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $590 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qantas Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $809 and $826, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from State of New York to Melbourne is New York John F Kennedy Intl - Melbourne. You may also consider Newark - Melbourne or 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 State of New York to Melbourne?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Melbourne (average of $209). Flying from State of New York to Melbourne in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,005). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$935Average$1,973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,601Average$1,820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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