Cheap flights from Melbourne to New York from $772

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 20/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NYC
7 May — 14 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 April 2026.

Fri 24/409:30
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops25h 48m
United Airlines
Thu 7/515:21
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops26h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,470
Wed 22/409:30
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 23m
United Airlines
Sun 10/514:30
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop27h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/4$1,470
Fri 1/509:30
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops25h 44m
United Airlines
Fri 22/518:00
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/4$1,472
Wed 3/609:30
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops23h 52m
United Airlines
Sat 22/815:25
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops26h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/4$1,473
Thu 4/610:55
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop24h 30m
United Airlines
Sat 13/610:40
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop31h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,473
Fri 24/409:30
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop29h 29m
United Airlines
Thu 7/508:00
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop34h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/4$1,477
Wed 22/409:30
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops23h 48m
United Airlines
Mon 4/514:20
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops27h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/4$1,479
Sun 26/410:00
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop23h 55m
Delta
Sun 10/520:00
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop45h 50m
Delta
Deal found 3/4$1,480
Fri 24/410:00
MEL
-
JFK
2 stops24h 30m
Delta
Fri 8/516:29
JFK
-
MEL
2 stops25h 21m
Delta
Deal found 3/4$1,482
Wed 6/510:00
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops24h 14m
Delta
Fri 29/514:46
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops27h 04m
Delta
Deal found 5/4$1,483
Wed 20/510:00
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops24h 35m
Delta
Fri 29/513:27
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops28h 23m
Delta
Deal found 5/4$1,483
Fri 24/410:00
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop23h 55m
Delta
Thu 7/520:10
JFK
-
MEL
2 stops45h 40m
Delta
Deal found 6/4$1,483

Find flight deals from Melbourne to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to New York (NYC). 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 7 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,470

One-way from

$772

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,638
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 24/4-7/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 42m total
  • Melbourne to New York
20/7
  • 20/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 38m total
  • Melbourne to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($126 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($59 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to New York 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 7 April 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 22/4

09:30-19:07

2 stops23h 37m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 6/5

15:47-07:30

2 stops25h 43m

$1,470

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Fri 24/4

09:30-19:07

2 stops23h 37m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 7/5

07:20-08:15

2 stops34h 55m

$1,470

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

09:30-16:37

1 stop21h 07m

Newark

Sun 24/5

20:59-07:30

2 stops44h 31m

$1,472
Fastest return journey

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Thu 4/6

10:55-21:43

2 stops24h 48m

Newark

Thu 27/8

18:00-08:15

1 stop24h 15m

$1,473

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Wed 10/6

09:30-21:25

2 stops25h 55m

Newark

Sun 28/6

20:10-07:30

1 stop45h 20m

$1,473

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

09:30-21:28

1 stop25h 58m

Newark

Mon 25/5

17:30-07:30

1 stop24h 00m

$1,473

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Wed 22/4

09:30-18:53

1 stop23h 23m

Newark

Mon 4/5

15:50-07:30

1 stop25h 40m

$1,479

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Thu 14/5

10:55-20:03

1 stop23h 08m

Newark

Thu 28/5

09:00-08:15

2 stops33h 15m

$1,479

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

10:00-20:14

2 stops24h 14m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 29/5

14:46-07:50

2 stops27h 04m

$1,483

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 6/5

10:00-22:30

2 stops26h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 29/5

17:30-07:50

1 stop24h 20m

$1,483

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to New York

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to New York. Price data was last updated on 3 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to New York is 48 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New York (average of $536). Flying from Melbourne to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,266). 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 Melbourne to New York?

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 7 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand,Cathay Pacific, andQantas Airways from Melbourne to New York by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to New York?

    For as low as $1,470, United Airlines can have you in New York from Melbourne in 23h 37m. The distance between Melbourne and New York is about 16678 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to New York round-trip?

    According to our current data, Qantas Airways ($915), American Airlines ($929), and Air New Zealand ($933) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to New York. Users have found that Qantas Airways is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $652. United Airlines flights start at $768 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $872 one-way.

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

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to New York?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles travellers tend to visit Hollywood Walk of Fame, Walt Disney Concert Hall, and Grand Central Market more than anywhere else. Those on a stopover in Los Angeles interested in visiting Hollywood Walk of Fame, Walt Disney Concert Hall, or Grand Central Market can do so by traveling 18.8 km, 19.4 km, and 19.1 km, respectively from Los Angeles Los Angeles. Those landing in Los Angeles looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $69 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in San Francisco?

    Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, and Ghirardelli Square are the most popular attractions in San Francisco if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, and Ghirardelli Square can be visited by travelling about 21.0 km, 18.7 km, and 20.8 km respectively from San Francisco. Travellers can book a car hire at San Francisco for about $60 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to New York flights?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New York (average of $536). Flying from Melbourne to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,266). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$915Average$1,564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$929Average$1,463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$933Average$1,958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,188Average$1,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,213Average$1,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,215Average$1,745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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DeltaCheapest$1,257Average$1,387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,598Average$1,849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,600Average$2,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,625Average$2,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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