Cheap flights from Australia to New York from $880

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 22/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — NYC
9 Jan — 16 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 December 2025.

Sun 14/1213:00MEL - LGA
2 stops26h 16mUnited Airlines
Sun 15/215:20LGA - MEL
2 stops26h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,321
Sun 14/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop29h 11mUnited Airlines
Sun 15/217:00EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,321
Fri 12/1210:10MEL - EWR
2 stops35h 04mDelta
Sun 25/119:30EWR - MEL
2 stops44h 30mDelta
Deal found 7/12$1,332
Sun 14/1210:10MEL - JFK
1 stop24h 50mDelta
Sun 15/219:45JFK - MEL
1 stop44h 15mDelta
Deal found 8/12$1,332
Wed 10/1210:10MEL - JFK
1 stop23h 32mDelta
Wed 7/116:55JFK - MEL
1 stop23h 05mDelta
Deal found 9/12$1,604
Sat 13/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop27h 21mVirgin Australia
Mon 26/118:00EWR - MEL
2 stops27h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/12$1,633
Fri 12/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop23h 05mVirgin Australia
Sun 25/112:00EWR - MEL
2 stops33h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/12$1,675
Wed 24/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop27h 30mVirgin Australia
Thu 1/120:30EWR - MEL
1 stop45h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/12$1,704
Sat 13/1213:55MEL - JFK
1 stop40h 30mQantas Airways
Sat 17/117:15JFK - MEL
1 stop27h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/12$1,752
Thu 11/1211:20SYD - JFK
1 stop28h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 29/1221:00JFK - SYD
1 stop44h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/12$1,752
Thu 25/1214:15SYD - JFK
2 stops25h 42mDelta
Wed 14/112:25JFK - SYD
2 stops28h 05mDelta
Deal found 6/12$1,777
Mon 15/1212:10SYD - EWR
1 stop20h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 31/1216:00EWR - SYD
1 stop23h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,777

Find flight deals from Australia to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to New York flight deals. Data was last updated 10 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,312

One-way from

$880

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,410

Good round-trip deal

$1,325 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 15/1-28/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 08m total
  • Australia to New York
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 22/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 10m total
  • Australia to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($227 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($74 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Australia to New York (NYC).

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

11:30-19:23

2 stops23h 53m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 28/1

13:15-09:30

2 stops28h 15m

$1,312

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

10:55-21:23

2 stops24h 28m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 29/7

15:00-07:30

2 stops26h 30m

$1,318

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Fri 23/1

11:30-19:23

2 stops23h 53m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 30/1

07:45-10:00

2 stops34h 15m

$1,318

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

09:30-18:27

2 stops22h 57m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 31/7

15:00-07:30

2 stops26h 30m

$1,318

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Sat 30/5

10:55-21:23

2 stops24h 28m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 31/7

15:00-07:30

2 stops26h 30m

$1,318

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

10:55-21:23

2 stops24h 28m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 1/8

16:15-08:15

2 stops26h 00m

$1,318

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

09:30-19:13

2 stops23h 43m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 1/8

16:15-08:15

2 stops26h 00m

$1,318

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Sat 31/1

11:30-23:27

2 stops27h 57m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 16/2

15:20-09:30

2 stops26h 10m

$1,318

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Sun 8/2

10:10-20:30

1 stop26h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 23/2

09:40-08:00

1 stop30h 20m

$1,329

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

10:10-16:07

1 stop21h 57m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 17/2

19:00-08:00

2 stops45h 00m

$1,329

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to New York

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to New York?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to New York (average of $432). Flying from Australia to New York in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,392). 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 AU to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 December 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 11% on flights from Australia to New York by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Australia to New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Australia to New York. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Australia to New York flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated 10 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways from Australia to New York have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sept 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sept 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sept 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sept 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sept 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.6

Food

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sept 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to New York. 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 Australia to New York?

    Airlines like United Airlines, Delta, and Asiana Airlines fly from Australia to New York in about 23h 53m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 47m. The distance between Australia and New York is about 16678 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to New York one-way?

    $635 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $679 and $840, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to New York?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Australia to New York?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,387 for a flight from Australia to New York. The cheapest flight overall is $1,320 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - New York John F Kennedy Intl) is currently priced at $1,332.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to New York that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to New York flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to New York?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to New York.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to New York?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to New York 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 Australia to New York?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to New York (average of $432). Flying from Australia to New York in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,392). 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 10 airlines flying from Australia to New York

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$734Average$1,753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$968Average$1,864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$972Average$2,157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,058Average$1,953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,130Average$1,992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,173Average$1,856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$1,393Average$1,742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$1,413Average$1,897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,431Average$1,559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,490Average$2,180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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