Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to New York from $880

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 22/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NYC
9 Jan — 16 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to New York are usually found in February or November, booked 47 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 10 December 2025.

Sun 14/1213:00MEL - LGA
2 stops26h 16mUnited Airlines
Sun 15/215:20LGA - MEL
2 stops26h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,321
Sun 14/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop29h 11mUnited Airlines
Sun 15/217:00EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,321
Fri 12/1210:10MEL - EWR
2 stops35h 04mDelta
Sun 25/119:30EWR - MEL
2 stops44h 30mDelta
Deal found 7/12$1,332
Sun 14/1210:10MEL - JFK
1 stop24h 50mDelta
Sun 15/219:45JFK - MEL
1 stop44h 15mDelta
Deal found 8/12$1,332
Wed 10/1210:10MEL - JFK
1 stop23h 32mDelta
Wed 7/116:55JFK - MEL
1 stop23h 05mDelta
Deal found 9/12$1,604
Sat 13/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop27h 21mVirgin Australia
Mon 26/118:00EWR - MEL
2 stops27h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/12$1,633
Fri 12/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop23h 05mVirgin Australia
Sun 25/112:00EWR - MEL
2 stops33h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 7/12$1,675
Wed 24/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop27h 30mVirgin Australia
Thu 1/120:30EWR - MEL
1 stop45h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/12$1,704
Sat 13/1213:55MEL - JFK
1 stop40h 30mQantas Airways
Sat 17/117:15JFK - MEL
1 stop27h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/12$1,752
Tue 23/1211:30MEL - EWR
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/118:00EWR - MEL
1 stop24h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12$1,814
Wed 24/1210:10MEL - JFK
2 stops29h 47mDelta
Wed 7/109:40JFK - MEL
1 stop30h 20mDelta
Deal found 8/12$1,881
Wed 24/1210:10MEL - JFK
2 stops29h 47mDelta
Thu 1/119:20JFK - MEL
2 stops44h 40mDelta
Deal found 9/12$1,954

Find 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 10 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,312

One-way from

$880

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,392
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 15/1-28/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 08m total
  • Melbourne to New York
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 22/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 10m total
  • Melbourne to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($174 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 December 2025

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MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Thu 15/1

11:30-19:23

2 stops23h 53m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 28/1

13:15-09:30

2 stops28h 15m

$1,312

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

10:55-21:23

2 stops24h 28m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 29/7

15:00-07:30

2 stops26h 30m

$1,318

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Fri 23/1

11:30-19:23

2 stops23h 53m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 30/1

07:45-10:00

2 stops34h 15m

$1,318

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

09:30-18:27

2 stops22h 57m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 31/7

15:00-07:30

2 stops26h 30m

$1,318

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Sat 30/5

10:55-21:23

2 stops24h 28m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 31/7

15:00-07:30

2 stops26h 30m

$1,318

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Thu 28/5

10:55-21:23

2 stops24h 28m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 1/8

16:15-08:15

2 stops26h 00m

$1,318

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Fri 29/5

09:30-19:13

2 stops23h 43m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 1/8

16:15-08:15

2 stops26h 00m

$1,318

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Sat 31/1

11:30-23:27

2 stops27h 57m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 16/2

15:20-09:30

2 stops26h 10m

$1,318

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

09:30-18:27

2 stops22h 57m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/8

15:30-08:15

2 stops26h 45m

$1,318

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

09:30-18:27

2 stops22h 57m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 1/8

15:30-08:15

2 stops26h 45m

$1,318

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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 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 5 December 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to New York is 47 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 $481). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New York in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,392). 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 10 December 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.

Auckland (AKL) – 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 $371.

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 Dubai (DXB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 30m.

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 10 December 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.

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Comfort

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

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Comfort

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

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Comfort

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

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Comfort

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

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Comfort

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

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Comfort

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

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?

    United Airlines and Delta can get you from Melbourne Airport to New York in just under 23h 53m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 27m. 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 American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to New York, with prices starting at $968. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air New Zealand and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $972 and $1,244, respectively. These flights start at 50% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $679. Users have also found prices from $800 and $853 on United Airlines and Virgin Australia, respectively.

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

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

  • 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 $54 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 $62 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for 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 $481). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New York in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,392). 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$968Average$1,790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$972Average$2,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,244Average$1,742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$1,310Average$1,400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,313Average$1,918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,314Average$1,757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,445Average$1,593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,648Average$2,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,666Average$1,851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,701Average$2,433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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