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Cheap flights from New York State to Melbourne from $770

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 25/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — MEL
3 Jun — 10 Jun1
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 4 May 2026.

Tue 12/506:15
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop34h 30m
Qantas Airways
Fri 22/506:35
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop23h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,626
Mon 4/516:30
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
Qantas Airways
Sun 10/506:35
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop23h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,673
Thu 12/1110:20
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop27h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/1116:10
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop38h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/5$1,681
Sat 22/817:40
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 29/807:30
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/5$1,683
Wed 9/911:20
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop39h 30m
Qatar Airways
Wed 30/915:10
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop38h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5$1,685
Wed 13/519:20
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop23h 00m
Qantas Airways
Mon 1/609:45
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop25h 31m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/5$1,691
Tue 5/522:05
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop29h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 20/522:45
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop37h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/5$1,692
Mon 4/516:30
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
Qantas Airways
Sun 31/513:30
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop40h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 2/5$1,699
Sun 10/519:20
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop23h 00m
Qantas Airways
Sun 24/509:45
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop25h 31m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/5$1,710
Wed 20/519:20
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop23h 00m
Qantas Airways
Wed 3/609:45
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop25h 33m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,712
Thu 15/1011:20
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop27h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 26/1023:40
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop31h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4$1,714
Sat 1/817:01
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops36h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 22/807:30
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,731

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 4 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,683

One-way from

$770

Popular in

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Average price

$1,870
22/8-29/8
  • 22/8-29/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 66h 05m total
  • New York to Melbourne
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25/8
  • 25/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 20m total
  • New York to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($188 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($73 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 4 May 2026.
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New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Tue 26/5

15:10-06:45

2 stops25h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 6/6

09:45-20:00

2 stops24h 15m

$1,763

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Fri 5/6

16:00-08:15

1 stop26h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 16/6

10:55-18:58

1 stop22h 03m

$1,771

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Sun 2/8

13:20-08:15

1 stop28h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 11/8

10:55-19:04

1 stop22h 09m

$1,771
Fastest return journey

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Fri 29/5

17:30-07:30

1 stop24h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 5/6

10:55-18:58

1 stop22h 03m

$1,773

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Mon 10/8

18:00-08:15

1 stop24h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

10:55-21:30

2 stops24h 35m

$1,778

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Mon 10/8

15:38-07:30

2 stops25h 52m

Melbourne

Mon 31/8

10:55-21:32

2 stops24h 37m

$1,778

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Mon 18/5

14:50-07:30

2 stops26h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 2/6

10:55-21:54

2 stops24h 59m

$1,778

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Thu 22/10

18:55-08:50

2 stops46h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

12:00-23:36

2 stops27h 36m

$1,788

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Wed 9/9

15:25-07:50

2 stops26h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 30/9

10:00-19:27

2 stops23h 27m

$1,788

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 31/5

20:10-07:50

2 stops45h 40m

Melbourne

Wed 10/6

10:00-23:47

1 stop27h 47m

$1,788

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York State 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 53 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 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 $205). Flying from State of New York to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $838). 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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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 $1,763, American Airlines can have you in Melbourne from State of New York in 25h 35m. 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?

    $793 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $810 and $854, 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 $205). Flying from State of New York to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $838). 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$917Average$1,934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,570Average$1,785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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