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Cheap flights from New York State to Melbourne from $889

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 13/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — MEL
31 Aug — 7 Sep1
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 1 August 2026.

Sat 8/819:20
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop23h 00m
Qantas Airways
Mon 24/813:35
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop21h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 29/7$1,610
Sat 8/816:06
LGA
-
MEL
1 stop22h 54m
Qantas Airways
Mon 24/813:35
MEL
-
LGA
1 stop21h 54m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 29/7$1,626
Tue 1/1212:37
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop24h 23m
Qantas Airways
Tue 8/1212:00
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 56m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 28/7$1,629
Mon 10/812:57
LGA
-
MEL
1 stop26h 03m
Qantas Airways
Mon 24/813:35
MEL
-
LGA
1 stop21h 54m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 28/7$1,672
Sat 8/816:06
LGA
-
MEL
1 stop22h 54m
American Airlines
Mon 24/813:35
MEL
-
LGA
1 stop21h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 29/7$1,677
Sun 13/917:26
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop45h 34m
American Airlines
Mon 28/913:35
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops25h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 28/7$1,680
Sun 13/916:00
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop24h 45m
American Airlines
Tue 29/909:45
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop23h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 31/7$1,680
Mon 10/817:00
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop23h 45m
American Airlines
Mon 24/813:35
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop22h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 28/7$1,682
Mon 10/816:02
LGA
-
MEL
1 stop22h 58m
American Airlines
Mon 24/813:35
MEL
-
LGA
1 stop21h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 28/7$1,682
Thu 6/816:00
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop24h 45m
American Airlines
Thu 20/809:45
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop24h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 30/7$1,684
Sat 8/812:21
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop26h 39m
Qantas Airways
Mon 24/813:35
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 28m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 29/7$1,686
Sat 8/812:21
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop26h 39m
American Airlines
Mon 24/813:35
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 28m
American Airlines
Deal found 29/7$1,692

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 1 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,629

One-way from

$889

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,767
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 1/12-8/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 19m total
  • New York to Melbourne
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 13/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 25m total
  • New York to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($379 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($92 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 1 August 2026.
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New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/11

15:29-09:30

2 stops26h 01m

Melbourne

Mon 9/11

12:45-21:19

2 stops24h 34m

$1,730

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Mon 23/11

15:29-09:30

2 stops26h 01m

Melbourne

Mon 7/12

11:30-19:37

2 stops24h 07m

$1,730

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Mon 26/10

13:21-08:50

2 stops28h 29m

Melbourne

Tue 3/11

12:00-20:53

2 stops24h 53m

$1,795
Fastest return journey

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/9

16:21-07:50

2 stops25h 29m

Melbourne

Sun 20/9

10:00-18:34

1 stop22h 34m

$1,795

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Fri 14/8

17:30-07:30

1 stop24h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 24/8

10:55-21:49

1 stop24h 54m

$1,795

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Sun 16/8

18:00-08:15

1 stop24h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 23/8

09:30-20:48

1 stop25h 18m

$1,795

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Fri 14/8

13:20-08:15

1 stop28h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 23/8

09:30-17:05

1 stop21h 35m

$1,795

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Wed 2/12

15:30-09:30

1 stop26h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 25/12

11:30-00:45

2 stops29h 15m

$1,801

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Sun 30/8

15:29-08:15

2 stops26h 46m

Melbourne

Sun 6/9

09:30-19:25

2 stops23h 55m

$1,801

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Sat 31/10

14:59-09:30

2 stops27h 31m

Melbourne

Sun 8/11

12:45-21:29

2 stops24h 44m

$1,801

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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 State to Melbourne

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Melbourne (average of $1,706). Flying from State of New York to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,562). 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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
State of New York to Melbourne flights typically cost between $1,780 and $2,751 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,680 on American Airlines (13 Sept–29 Sept).

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 18 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 $1,730, United Airlines can have you in Melbourne from State of New York in 26h 01m. 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?

    $593 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 Philippine Airlines, with prices starting from $761 and $785, 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Melbourne (average of $1,706). Flying from State of New York to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,562). 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
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$889Average$1,753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$940Average$1,983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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