Cheap flights from Melbourne to New York from $812

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 10/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NYC
16 ott — 23 ott1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to New York are usually found in February or March, booked 14 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 16 settembre 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,258

One-way from

$812

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,101
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 29/9-21/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 86h 50m total
  • Melbourne to New York
10/11
  • 10/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 44m total
  • Melbourne to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($320 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($78 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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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 16 settembre 2025.

lun 29/915:05MEL - EWR
1 stop41h 27mQantas Airways
mar 21/1016:37EWR - MEL
1 stop45h 23mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/9$1,258
lun 20/1014:30MEL - JFK
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
ven 31/1011:29JFK - MEL
2 stops34h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$1,274
lun 29/920:30MEL - EWR
2 stops48h 29mMultiple Airlines
mar 21/1016:37EWR - MEL
1 stop45h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$1,301
sab 15/1107:10MEL - EWR
2 stops25h 43mMultiple Airlines
lun 24/1118:25EWR - MEL
2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,315
mer 29/1016:05MEL - LGA
1 stop34h 55mAmerican Airlines
lun 10/1110:45LGA - MEL
1 stop26h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,316
mer 29/1016:05MEL - EWR
1 stop21h 49mAmerican Airlines
lun 10/1112:46EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,316
lun 3/1112:00MEL - JFK
1 stop25h 59mAmerican Airlines
lun 10/1112:45JFK - MEL
1 stop24h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,316
mer 8/1016:05MEL - LGA
1 stop22h 30mAmerican Airlines
mar 28/1019:03LGA - MEL
1 stop42h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,318
mer 8/1016:05MEL - EWR
1 stop20h 55mAmerican Airlines
sab 18/1016:37EWR - MEL
1 stop45h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,318
mer 8/1016:05MEL - JFK
1 stop34h 54mAmerican Airlines
lun 20/1013:00JFK - MEL
1 stop25h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/9$1,318
mer 29/1012:00MEL - LGA
2 stops26h 14mUnited Airlines
mer 5/1113:15LGA - MEL
2 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/9$1,322
lun 6/1016:05MEL - JFK
2 stops29h 55mBritish Airways
dom 19/1014:57JFK - MEL
1 stop23h 03mBritish Airways
Deal found 14/9$1,322

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Melbourne

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New York

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Depart

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MelbourneNew York

AVV - JFK

AVVJFK

Melbourne Avalon

mar 10/2

06:00-16:09

3 stops50h 09m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar 10/3

09:45-23:15

3 stops46h 30m

$1,313

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

lun 17/11

16:05-21:56

1 stop21h 51m

New York LaGuardia

mar 25/11

19:59-05:00

1 stop41h 01m

$1,318

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

lun 13/10

16:05-23:35

1 stop22h 30m

New York LaGuardia

mer 22/10

12:55-05:00

1 stop25h 05m

$1,318

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

mer 8/10

10:30-18:47

2 stops23h 17m

New York LaGuardia

mer 29/10

13:15-08:30

2 stops28h 15m

$1,334

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

mar 7/10

11:55-23:22

2 stops26h 27m

New York LaGuardia

mar 21/10

17:19-09:15

2 stops24h 56m

$1,336

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

mer 8/10

11:55-21:54

2 stops24h 59m

New York LaGuardia

mar 28/10

15:15-09:00

2 stops26h 45m

$1,336

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

gio 30/10

12:00-09:44

2 stops36h 44m

New York LaGuardia

mer 5/11

14:15-09:30

2 stops27h 15m

$1,336

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

mar 28/10

12:00-23:14

2 stops26h 14m

New York LaGuardia

mer 5/11

14:00-09:30

2 stops27h 30m

$1,336

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

lun 6/10

11:55-23:14

2 stops26h 19m

New York LaGuardia

lun 20/10

15:25-09:15

2 stops26h 50m

$1,336

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

mer 8/10

11:55-21:17

2 stops24h 22m

New York LaGuardia

mer 22/10

17:19-09:15

2 stops24h 56m

$1,336

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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 12 September 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to New York is 14 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New York (average of $1,203). Flying from Melbourne to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,944). 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 16 settembre 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne to New York in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 2% 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 Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 16 settembre 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

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

anish,Aug 2025

HKG - KTM

Journey was way better than on the airbus from Toronto to Hongkong , as the economy seats were better .

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

anish,Aug 2025

HKG - KTM

Journey was way better than on the airbus from Toronto to Hongkong , as the economy seats were better .

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

anish,Aug 2025

HKG - KTM

Journey was way better than on the airbus from Toronto to Hongkong , as the economy seats were better .

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

anish,Aug 2025

HKG - KTM

Journey was way better than on the airbus from Toronto to Hongkong , as the economy seats were better .

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

anish,Aug 2025

HKG - KTM

Journey was way better than on the airbus from Toronto to Hongkong , as the economy seats were better .

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

anish,Aug 2025

HKG - KTM

Journey was way better than on the airbus from Toronto to Hongkong , as the economy seats were better .

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as $1,318, American Airlines can have you in New York from Melbourne in 21h 51m. 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, United Airlines ($1,242), Qantas Airways ($1,309), and Air Canada ($1,375) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to New York. Users have found that United Airlines is 38% 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 Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $899. Air China flights start at $1,032 while deals on Cathay Pacific start at $1,124 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, 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 $56 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 $63 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Hong Kong?

    Most Hong Kong visitors opt to spend their time at Hong Kong Disneyland, Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre, and Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens. Travelers on a layover in Hong Kong can visit Hong Kong Disneyland, Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre, and Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens, by traveling 12.6 km, 25.8 km, and 24.7 km, respectively after landing at Hong Kong Intl.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New York (average of $1,203). Flying from Melbourne to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,944). 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
United AirlinesCheapest$1,242Average$2,105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,309Average$1,858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,375Average$1,910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,450Average$1,948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,519Average$1,920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,602Average$2,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,654Average$2,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,659Average$1,864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,692Average$2,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,734Average$2,138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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