Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to New York from $841

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 19/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NYC
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
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 23 June 2026.

Sun 21/609:30
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop21h 45m
United Airlines
Sat 4/713:30
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop28h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/6$1,348
Sun 12/710:55
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop28h 15m
United Airlines
Tue 28/708:15
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop34h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/6$1,353
Sun 9/809:30
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops26h 29m
United Airlines
Sat 29/814:25
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops27h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/6$1,355
Tue 11/810:55
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 14m
United Airlines
Sat 29/816:25
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop25h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/6$1,355
Sun 2/810:55
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops37h 22m
United Airlines
Thu 20/812:29
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops29h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/6$1,356
Sun 2/809:30
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop29h 14m
United Airlines
Sat 22/818:00
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/6$1,356
Thu 9/710:55
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops26h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 28/713:25
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops28h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/6$1,358
Tue 7/710:55
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop22h 08m
United Airlines
Tue 28/717:00
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop25h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/6$1,358
Tue 11/810:55
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 14m
United Airlines
Tue 18/817:00
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop25h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/6$1,362
Sat 18/710:55
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops24h 30m
United Airlines
Mon 27/712:29
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops29h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/6$1,363
Fri 7/810:55
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops24h 34m
United Airlines
Fri 28/818:45
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop22h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/6$1,363
Fri 19/609:30
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops23h 17m
United Airlines
Fri 3/714:00
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops27h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/6$1,365

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 23 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,353

One-way from

$841

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,815
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 12/7-28/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 15m total
  • Melbourne to New York
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 18/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 34h 05m total
  • Melbourne to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($141 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($68 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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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 23 June 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to New York that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Fri 7/8

10:55-22:41

1 stop25h 46m

Newark

Fri 28/8

15:59-07:30

2 stops25h 31m

$1,355

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Sun 12/7

10:55-01:10

1 stop28h 15m

Newark

Tue 28/7

08:15-08:15

1 stop34h 00m

$1,356

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Sun 2/8

09:30-00:44

1 stop29h 14m

Newark

Fri 14/8

17:00-08:15

1 stop25h 15m

$1,356

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Fri 21/8

09:30-00:49

2 stops29h 19m

Newark

Sat 29/8

16:25-08:15

1 stop25h 50m

$1,356

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Fri 17/7

09:30-19:30

1 stop24h 00m

Newark

Tue 28/7

10:40-08:15

1 stop31h 35m

$1,358

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 15/7

09:30-19:22

2 stops23h 52m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 28/7

10:15-08:15

2 stops32h 00m

$1,363

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Sat 18/7

10:55-21:25

2 stops24h 30m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 28/7

10:15-08:15

2 stops32h 00m

$1,363
Fastest return journey

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Wed 15/7

10:55-19:03

1 stop22h 08m

Newark

Mon 27/7

18:45-07:30

1 stop22h 45m

$1,363

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Thu 27/8

10:55-09:13

2 stops36h 18m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 10/9

11:20-08:15

2 stops30h 55m

$1,422

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

10:00-23:09

2 stops27h 09m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 14/8

11:13-07:50

2 stops30h 37m

$1,529

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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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New York?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New York (average of $167). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New York in May is currently the most expensive (average of $889). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to New York?

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 32% 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 $382.

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 Phoenix (PHX) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 7h 00m.

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 Phoenix (PHX) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 0h 53m.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New York?

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to New York is 71 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.

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 23 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines 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.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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 24h 02m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 44m. The distance from Melbourne Airport to New York is about 16684 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 $603. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qantas Airways and Fiji Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $903 and $916, respectively. These flights start at 62% 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 $644. Users have also found prices from $831 and $861 on United Airlines and Qantas Airways, 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 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 accessed by travelling approximately 21.0 km, 18.7 km, and 20.8 km, respectively from San Francisco. Those looking to explore during their stopover in San Francisco can hire a car from San Francisco for about $73 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles travellers tend to visit Hollywood Walk of Fame, Walt Disney Concert Hall, and Hollywood Boulevard more than any other notable places. Those on a layover in Los Angeles interested in visiting Hollywood Walk of Fame, Walt Disney Concert Hall, or Hollywood Boulevard can do so by travelling 18.8 km, 19.4 km, and 19.0 km, respectively from Los Angeles. Travellers can rent a car at Los Angeles for an average daily rate of $58 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New York (average of $167). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New York in May is currently the most expensive (average of $889). 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 9 airlines flying from Melbourne to New York

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$603Average$1,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$903Average$1,582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$916Average$1,056FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$921Average$1,929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,024Average$1,501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,187Average$1,687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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DeltaCheapest$1,242Average$1,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,560Average$2,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,732Average$2,093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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