Cheap flights from Melbourne to New York from $876

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 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NYC
3 Jan — 10 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to New York are usually found in February or March, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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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 4 December 2025.

Wed 10/1212:00MEL - JFK
1 stop22h 42mAmerican Airlines
Wed 28/116:30JFK - MEL
1 stop25h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/12$1,319
Wed 10/1210:10MEL - JFK
1 stop24h 40mDelta
Wed 28/111:20JFK - MEL
2 stops28h 40mDelta
Deal found 1/12$1,325
Wed 10/1211:30MEL - LGA
2 stops25h 56mUnited Airlines
Wed 28/115:29LGA - MEL
2 stops26h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/12$1,333
Wed 10/1213:00MEL - EWR
1 stop23h 24mUnited Airlines
Wed 28/112:00EWR - MEL
1 stop29h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/12$1,333
Wed 3/1216:05MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/1212:24JFK - MEL
1 stop24h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,333
Sat 13/1213:00MEL - LGA
2 stops36h 07mUnited Airlines
Sat 17/110:34LGA - MEL
2 stops30h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12$1,334
Thu 11/1211:30MEL - LGA
2 stops25h 56mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/110:34LGA - MEL
2 stops31h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/12$1,374
Tue 9/1211:30MEL - EWR
2 stops25h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/110:55EWR - MEL
2 stops31h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/12$1,374
Fri 5/1213:00MEL - EWR
1 stop22h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/1219:25EWR - MEL
2 stops46h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/12$1,406
Fri 12/1211:30MEL - LGA
2 stops25h 37mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/110:34LGA - MEL
2 stops31h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/12$1,413
Sun 21/1211:30MEL - LGA
2 stops27h 35mUnited Airlines
Fri 23/110:28LGA - MEL
2 stops31h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/12$1,415
Fri 12/1211:30MEL - EWR
2 stops27h 32mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/110:55EWR - MEL
2 stops31h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/12$1,415

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 4 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,243

One-way from

$876

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,479
5/2-19/2
  • 5/2-19/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 33m total
  • Melbourne to New York
Delta
  • Delta
  • 7/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 42m total
  • Melbourne to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($280 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($66 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to New York that are best for you.

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Price

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

10:55-20:03

1 stop23h 08m

Newark

Wed 27/5

16:30-07:30

2 stops25h 00m

$1,314

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

11:30-18:20

1 stop22h 50m

Newark

Wed 28/1

14:00-10:00

1 stop28h 00m

$1,314

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

13:00-21:25

1 stop24h 25m

Newark

Tue 17/2

16:25-10:00

1 stop25h 35m

$1,314

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

16:05-00:55

2 stops24h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 18/2

14:30-09:30

2 stops27h 00m

$1,318

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 14/1

13:00-21:14

2 stops24h 14m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 28/1

14:20-10:00

2 stops27h 40m

$1,321

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

11:30-16:25

1 stop20h 55m

Newark

Tue 27/1

08:40-09:30

1 stop32h 50m

$1,321

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Wed 14/1

13:00-20:26

1 stop23h 26m

Newark

Wed 28/1

16:15-09:30

1 stop25h 15m

$1,321

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

09:10-23:41

2 stops29h 31m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 15/4

14:55-07:40

2 stops26h 45m

$1,324

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Fri 6/2

10:10-18:44

2 stops24h 34m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 16/2

13:01-08:00

2 stops26h 59m

$1,324

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Sun 8/2

10:10-18:44

2 stops24h 34m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 18/2

13:01-08:00

2 stops26h 59m

$1,324

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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 28 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to New York is 43 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New York (average of $515). Flying from Melbourne to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,404). 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 MEL to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 4 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to New York in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne 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.

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 4 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Cathay Pacific, Virgin Australia, 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.

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sept 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as $1,314, United Airlines can have you in New York from Melbourne in 23h 08m. The distance between Melbourne and New York is about 16652 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, Air New Zealand ($980), United Airlines ($1,253), and Delta ($1,320) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to New York. Users have found that Air New Zealand is 51% 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 $684. United Airlines flights start at $806 while deals on Virgin Australia start at $860 one-way.

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

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  • 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, Hollywood Boulevard, and Walt Disney Concert Hall more than anywhere else. Those on a stopover in Los Angeles interested in visiting Hollywood Walk of Fame, Hollywood Boulevard, or Walt Disney Concert Hall can do so by traveling 18.9 km, 19.1 km, and 19.3 km, respectively from Los Angeles. Those landing in Los Angeles looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $52 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 $66 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New York (average of $515). Flying from Melbourne to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,404). 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
Air New ZealandCheapest$980Average$2,056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,253Average$1,896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$1,320Average$1,411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,323Average$1,933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,324Average$1,829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,456Average$1,605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,537Average$1,887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,660Average$2,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,678Average$1,865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,714Average$2,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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