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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to New York from $811

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 15/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NYC
8 Jul — 15 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to New York are usually found in February or March, booked 61 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 (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 3 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,544

One-way from

$811

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,207
Air China
  • Air China
  • 1/8-7/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 87h 35m total
  • Melbourne to New York
15/8
  • 15/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 30m total
  • Melbourne to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($321 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 July 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 3 July 2025.

Fri 1/820:00MEL - JFK
1 stop41h 05mAir China
Thu 7/802:05JFK - MEL
1 stop46h 30mAir China
Deal found 1/7$1,544
Fri 8/813:45MEL - EWR
3 stops35h 03mMultiple Airlines
Fri 22/810:00EWR - MEL
3 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,714
Wed 3/921:50MEL - JFK
1 stop36h 50mChina Airlines
Tue 9/901:20JFK - MEL
1 stop43h 20mChina Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,772
Sat 8/1108:00MEL - JFK
1 stop31h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Sat 15/1101:45JFK - MEL
1 stop36h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,865
Sat 25/1022:20MEL - JFK
2 stops40h 05mTurkish Airlines
Fri 7/1100:20JFK - MEL
2 stops52h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,888
Sun 3/815:55MEL - JFK
2 stops40h 15mJapan Airlines
Mon 18/801:40JFK - MEL
2 stops37h 55mJapan Airlines
Deal found 30/6$1,911
Mon 27/1022:00MEL - JFK
1 stop27h 40mAsiana Airlines
Mon 1/1211:40JFK - MEL
1 stop40h 50mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 1/7$1,958
Fri 31/1022:55MEL - EWR
2 stops39h 35mTurkish Airlines
Fri 14/1100:25EWR - MEL
2 stops52h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,961
Mon 24/1107:10MEL - EWR
2 stops25h 43mAir Canada
Mon 2/218:30EWR - MEL
2 stops28h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 1/7$2,000
Fri 18/708:35MEL - EWR
2 stops30h 25mAir New Zealand
Sat 26/715:50EWR - MEL
2 stops29h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/7$2,016
Thu 14/809:45MEL - LGA
2 stops37h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/921:09LGA - MEL
1 stop41h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/7$2,061
Sat 25/1006:00MEL - LGA
3 stops28h 59mAir Canada
Tue 4/1115:30LGA - MEL
3 stops30h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 1/7$2,093

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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 3 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to New York that are best for you.

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MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Fri 1/8

20:00-23:05

1 stop41h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 7/8

02:05-14:35

1 stop46h 30m

$1,544

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Fri 8/8

13:45-10:48

3 stops35h 03m

Newark

Fri 22/8

10:00-12:00

3 stops36h 00m

$1,714

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 3/9

21:50-20:40

1 stop36h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/9

01:20-10:40

1 stop43h 20m

$1,772

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Sat 8/11

08:00-23:15

1 stop31h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 15/11

01:45-06:20

1 stop36h 35m

$1,865

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Sat 25/10

22:20-23:25

2 stops40h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 7/11

00:20-21:00

2 stops52h 40m

$1,888

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Sun 3/8

15:55-18:10

2 stops40h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 18/8

01:40-05:35

2 stops37h 55m

$1,911

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Mon 27/10

22:00-10:40

1 stop27h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 1/12

11:40-20:30

1 stop40h 50m

$1,958

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Fri 31/10

22:55-23:30

2 stops39h 35m

Newark

Fri 14/11

00:25-21:00

2 stops52h 35m

$1,961

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Mon 24/11

07:10-16:53

2 stops25h 43m

Newark

Mon 2/2

18:30-15:15

2 stops28h 45m

$2,000

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Mon 18/8

12:05-18:10

2 stops44h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/9

01:30-09:35

2 stops42h 05m

$2,000

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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 27 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to New York is 61 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New York (average of $1,203). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 3 July 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 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 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 3 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Japan Airlines, China Airlines, andAsiana 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.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

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

    Flying on Air China is currently your cheapest option to New York, with prices starting at $1,544. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Airlines and Philippine Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,772 and $1,865, respectively. These flights start at 26% 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 Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $978. Users have also found prices from $1,022 and $1,103 on Air China and Philippine Airlines, 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 $60 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 Alcatraz more than any other notable places. Those on a layover in San Francisco interested in visiting Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, or Alcatraz can do so by travelling 21.0 km, 18.7 km, and 23.1 km, respectively from San Francisco. Travellers can rent a car at San Francisco for an average daily rate of $65 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

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

    Hong Kong Disneyland, Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre, and Mid-levels Escalators are the most popular attractions in Hong Kong if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Hong Kong Disneyland, Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre, and Mid-levels Escalators can be accessed by travelling approximately 12.6 km, 25.8 km, and 24.5 km, respectively from Hong Kong Intl.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New York (average of $1,203). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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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American AirlinesCheapest$441Average$1,957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$791Average$1,091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$968Average$2,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,327Average$1,898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,336Average$2,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,470Average$1,984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,536Average$1,936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,649Average$2,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,673Average$2,463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,722Average$1,904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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