Cheap flights from Melbourne to New York from $780

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NYC
15 Apr — 22 Apr1
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 16 March 2026.

Fri 8/510:55
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops25h 04m
United Airlines
Sat 30/514:51
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops27h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/3$1,253
Fri 8/510:55
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 08m
United Airlines
Sat 30/517:00
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop25h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/3$1,253
Mon 4/510:55
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops36h 51m
United Airlines
Wed 27/515:38
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops26h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/3$1,261
Tue 5/510:55
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 08m
United Airlines
Tue 26/516:00
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop26h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/3$1,261
Wed 29/410:00
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops24h 14m
Delta
Wed 6/515:05
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops26h 45m
Delta
Deal found 15/3$1,263
Sun 19/410:00
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops34h 00m
Delta
Wed 20/515:00
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops26h 50m
Delta
Deal found 14/3$1,263
Fri 17/410:00
MEL
-
JFK
2 stops25h 15m
Delta
Fri 1/516:09
JFK
-
MEL
2 stops25h 41m
Delta
Deal found 15/3$1,263
Fri 17/409:30
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops23h 48m
United Airlines
Fri 1/513:10
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops28h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/3$1,264
Fri 17/409:30
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 23m
United Airlines
Fri 1/518:30
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop23h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/3$1,264
Fri 17/409:30
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops23h 48m
Lufthansa
Fri 1/513:10
LGA
-
MEL
1 stop28h 20m
Lufthansa
Deal found 15/3$1,267
Sun 19/409:30
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop25h 43m
United Airlines
Sat 2/514:30
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop27h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/3$1,268
Fri 17/409:30
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops26h 24m
Lufthansa
Thu 30/414:50
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops27h 25m
Lufthansa
Deal found 12/3$1,270

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 16 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,253

One-way from

$780

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,545
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 19/4-20/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 18m total
  • Melbourne to New York
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 5/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 02m total
  • Melbourne to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($71 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($55 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

09:30-20:57

2 stops25h 27m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 30/5

14:51-08:15

2 stops27h 24m

$1,253

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

10:55-09:13

2 stops36h 18m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 24/5

08:05-08:15

2 stops34h 10m

$1,261

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

10:55-19:06

2 stops46h 11m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 28/5

13:25-08:15

2 stops28h 50m

$1,261
Fastest return journey

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

09:30-16:44

1 stop21h 14m

Newark

Thu 28/5

18:00-08:15

1 stop24h 15m

$1,261

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

10:55-21:25

1 stop24h 30m

Newark

Tue 9/6

18:00-08:15

1 stop24h 15m

$1,261

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

10:00-06:00

1 stop34h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 29/4

08:20-07:50

1 stop33h 30m

$1,263

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

10:00-20:30

2 stops24h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/5

17:45-07:50

1 stop24h 05m

$1,263

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

09:30-19:18

2 stops23h 48m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 1/5

13:10-07:30

2 stops28h 20m

$1,264

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

09:30-18:53

1 stop23h 23m

Newark

Fri 1/5

18:30-07:30

1 stop23h 00m

$1,264

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

10:00-20:02

1 stop24h 02m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 5/6

12:00-07:50

2 stops29h 50m

$1,271

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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 13 March 2026.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to New York is 68 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 $531). Flying from Melbourne to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,254). 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.

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 March 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.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

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 $1,253, United Airlines can have you in New York from Melbourne in 25h 27m. 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, American Airlines ($920), Air New Zealand ($924), and United Airlines ($1,178) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to New York. Users have found that American Airlines 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 $646. United Airlines flights start at $760 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $858 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 18.8 km, 19.0 km, and 19.4 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 $66 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 $69 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 $531). Flying from Melbourne to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,254). 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 Melbourne to New York

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$920Average$1,426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$924Average$1,940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,178Average$1,413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,199Average$1,687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,201Average$1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,239Average$1,715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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DeltaCheapest$1,245Average$1,331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,583Average$1,831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,591Average$2,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,602Average$2,029FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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