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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to New York from $873

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 14/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NYC
23 11월 — 30 11월1
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 14 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Monday

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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 24 10월 2025.

일 7/1212:00MEL - LGA
2 stops26h 06mBritish Airways
일 14/1213:25LGA - MEL
1 stop23h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 23/10$1,393
일 7/1216:05MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 25mBritish Airways
일 14/1212:24JFK - MEL
1 stop24h 36mBritish Airways
Deal found 23/10$1,396
수 24/1212:00MEL - LGA
2 stops39h 04mAmerican Airlines
월 5/112:00LGA - MEL
2 stops29h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/10$1,397
수 24/1212:00MEL - JFK
2 stops38h 44mAmerican Airlines
목 1/109:30JFK - MEL
2 stops32h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/10$1,397
금 5/1216:05MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 25mAmerican Airlines
목 18/1217:29JFK - MEL
1 stop24h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 22/10$1,400
일 7/1216:05MEL - LGA
1 stop34h 11mAmerican Airlines
토 13/1217:00LGA - MEL
1 stop44h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/10$1,402
일 7/1216:05MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 25mAmerican Airlines
화 17/212:45JFK - MEL
2 stops28h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/10$1,402
일 7/1216:05MEL - LGA
1 stop23h 28mAmerican Airlines
일 14/1209:00LGA - MEL
1 stop28h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 22/10$1,413
일 7/1216:05MEL - JFK
1 stop21h 25mAmerican Airlines
일 14/1207:59JFK - MEL
1 stop29h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 22/10$1,413
목 11/1211:30MEL - LGA
2 stops25h 56mUnited Airlines
월 16/214:59LGA - MEL
2 stops26h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/10$1,419
금 5/1211:30MEL - EWR
2 stops23h 43mUnited Airlines
월 16/217:00EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/10$1,419
화 23/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop27h 30mUnited Airlines
금 23/112:30EWR - MEL
2 stops29h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/10$1,420

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 24 10월 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,393

One-way from

$873

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,871
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 7/12-14/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 41m total
  • Melbourne to New York
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14/1
  • 14/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 26m total
  • Melbourne to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($311 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($74 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 24 10월 2025.
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MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

수 24/12

12:00-11:04

2 stops39h 04m

New York LaGuardia

월 5/1

12:00-09:30

2 stops29h 30m

$1,397

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

목 11/12

11:30-21:26

2 stops25h 56m

New York LaGuardia

일 15/2

14:59-09:30

2 stops26h 31m

$1,419

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

월 15/12

11:30-23:04

2 stops27h 34m

New York LaGuardia

금 30/1

15:41-09:30

2 stops25h 49m

$1,419

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

수 8/4

09:30-19:13

2 stops23h 43m

New York LaGuardia

월 20/4

15:30-07:30

2 stops26h 00m

$1,419

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

목 11/12

11:30-21:26

2 stops25h 56m

New York LaGuardia

금 13/2

15:20-09:30

2 stops26h 10m

$1,419

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

화 24/3

12:00-21:12

2 stops24h 12m

New York LaGuardia

화 14/4

17:00-08:15

2 stops25h 15m

$1,419

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

수 8/4

09:30-18:27

2 stops22h 57m

New York LaGuardia

화 21/4

15:30-08:15

2 stops26h 45m

$1,419

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

수 25/3

10:30-20:12

2 stops24h 42m

New York LaGuardia

수 15/4

15:45-07:30

2 stops25h 45m

$1,419

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

목 11/12

11:30-21:26

2 stops25h 56m

New York LaGuardia

수 18/2

15:25-10:00

2 stops26h 35m

$1,419

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

월 22/12

11:30-07:05

1 stop35h 35m

Newark

화 30/12

18:10-09:30

1 stop23h 20m

$1,419

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to New York

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 17 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to New York?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New York (average of $513). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,677). 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 24 10월 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport to New York at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport 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.

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York?

Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to New York chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Hong Kong (HKG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 21% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to New York on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $411.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to New York?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to New York, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 9h 50m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 25m.

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 24 10월 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways from Melbourne Airport 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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,036 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

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
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,036 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,036 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

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
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
421 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,036 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

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
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
922 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,036 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,992 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,036 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

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
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,347 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,036 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

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

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 Airport to New York?

    American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from Melbourne Airport to New York in just under 25h 56m. Your travel time can differ by up to 13h 08m. The distance from Melbourne Airport to New York is about 16678 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to New York, with prices starting at $993. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Air Canada, with the lowest prices starting at $1,269 and $1,340, respectively. These flights start at 51% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Melbourne Airport to New York, consider Melbourne - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Melbourne - Newark or Melbourne - New York LaGuardia, as they are the most popular.

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

    Most of the time, Melbourne Airport to New York flights that have stopovers will stop in Los Angeles. Los Angeles is followed by San Francisco in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Melbourne Airport to New York. Auckland ranks third in terms of the most popular layover location on Melbourne Airport to New York flights.

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

    Hollywood Walk of Fame, Hollywood Boulevard, and Walt Disney Concert Hall are the most popular attractions in Los Angeles if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Hollywood Walk of Fame, Hollywood Boulevard, and Walt Disney Concert Hall can be accessed by travelling approximately 18.9 km, 19.1 km, and 19.3 km, respectively from Los Angeles. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Los Angeles can hire a car from Los Angeles for about $58 per day.

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

    San Francisco travellers tend to visit Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, and Ghirardelli Square more than any other notable places. Those on a layover in San Francisco interested in visiting Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, or Ghirardelli Square can do so by travelling 21.0 km, 18.7 km, and 20.8 km, respectively from San Francisco. Travellers can rent a car at San Francisco for an average daily rate of $61 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

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

    Of the flights from Melbourne Airport to New York that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Singapore. Hong Kong sees the next fewest stopovers on Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to New York?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New York (average of $513). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,677). 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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to New York. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 24 10월 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$993Average$2,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,269Average$1,908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,340Average$1,953FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,341Average$1,871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,485Average$1,817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,556Average$1,841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,682Average$2,135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,700Average$1,889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,734Average$2,427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,771Average$2,169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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