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Cheap flights from Melbourne to New York from $834

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NYC
17 Jul — 24 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 (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 12 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,541

One-way from

$834

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,205
Air China
  • Air China
  • 24/9-12/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 87h 35m total
  • Melbourne to New York
15/10
  • 15/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 59m total
  • Melbourne to New York
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($319 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($77 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 12 July 2025.

Wed 24/920:00MEL - JFK
1 stop41h 05mAir China
Sun 12/1002:05JFK - MEL
1 stop46h 30mAir China
Deal found 9/7$1,541
Thu 28/813:30MEL - EWR
2 stops38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/910:38EWR - MEL
2 stops35h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7$1,635
Tue 28/1008:00MEL - JFK
1 stop30h 55mPhilippine Airlines
Thu 27/1101:35JFK - MEL
1 stop37h 45mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 9/7$1,813
Wed 3/915:55MEL - JFK
2 stops40h 15mJapan Airlines
Sun 14/901:30JFK - MEL
1 stop38h 15mJapan Airlines
Deal found 10/7$1,875
Thu 31/700:30MEL - JFK
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 15/810:00JFK - MEL
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/7$1,904
Wed 3/921:50MEL - JFK
1 stop36h 50mChina Airlines
Sat 13/901:20JFK - MEL
1 stop43h 20mChina Airlines
Deal found 10/7$1,919
Mon 20/1022:20MEL - JFK
2 stops34h 35mTurkish Airlines
Mon 3/1119:40JFK - MEL
2 stops33h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/7$1,941
Fri 5/913:25MEL - LGA
3 stops35h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/915:13LGA - MEL
3 stops31h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$1,948
Mon 24/1122:55MEL - EWR
2 stops39h 35mTurkish Airlines
Sun 1/200:25EWR - MEL
2 stops52h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/7$1,956
Mon 29/921:40MEL - EWR
2 stops33h 19mAir Canada
Tue 21/1018:20EWR - MEL
2 stops27h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 10/7$1,998
Wed 23/708:35MEL - EWR
2 stops28h 24mAir New Zealand
Sat 26/707:00EWR - MEL
2 stops37h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 8/7$2,006
Mon 4/809:45MEL - EWR
2 stops33h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 17/816:38EWR - MEL
1 stop22h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/7$2,047

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

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Melbourne

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New York

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 24/9

20:00-23:05

1 stop41h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 12/10

02:05-15:35

1 stop46h 30m

$1,541

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Thu 28/8

13:30-14:00

2 stops38h 30m

Newark

Wed 3/9

10:38-12:25

2 stops35h 47m

$1,635

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Tue 28/10

08:00-23:55

1 stop30h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 27/11

01:35-07:20

1 stop37h 45m

$1,813

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 3/9

15:55-18:10

2 stops40h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 14/9

01:30-05:45

1 stop38h 15m

$1,875

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Thu 31/7

00:30-20:35

2 stops34h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 15/8

10:00-09:50

2 stops33h 50m

$1,904

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 3/9

21:50-20:40

1 stop36h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 13/9

01:20-10:40

1 stop43h 20m

$1,919

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Mon 20/10

22:20-17:55

2 stops34h 35m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/11

19:40-21:00

2 stops33h 20m

$1,941

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Fri 5/9

13:25-11:09

3 stops35h 44m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 21/9

15:13-12:25

3 stops31h 12m

$1,948

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Mon 24/11

22:55-22:30

2 stops39h 35m

Newark

Sun 1/2

00:25-21:00

2 stops52h 35m

$1,956

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Mon 29/9

21:40-16:59

2 stops33h 19m

Newark

Tue 21/10

18:20-13:05

2 stops27h 45m

$1,998

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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 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 27 June 2025.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New York (average of $1,203). Flying from Melbourne 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 12 July 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Melbourne 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 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 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 12 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines, China Airlines, andAir New Zealand 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.

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

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

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

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

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

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

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

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

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

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

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.4

Food

7.7

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 to New York round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air China ($1,541), Philippine Airlines ($1,813), and Japan Airlines ($1,875) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to New York. Users have found that Air China is 26% 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 Air China, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $1,017. Etihad Airways flights start at $1,021 while deals on Philippine Airlines start at $1,205 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 18.9 km, 19.1 km, and 19.3 km, respectively from Los Angeles. Those landing in Los Angeles looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $58 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 $66 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Most Hong Kong visitors opt to spend their time at Hong Kong Disneyland, Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre, and Mid-levels Escalators. Travelers on a layover in Hong Kong can visit Hong Kong Disneyland, Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre, and Mid-levels Escalators, by traveling 12.6 km, 25.8 km, and 24.5 km, respectively after landing at Hong Kong Intl.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New York (average of $1,203). Flying from Melbourne 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$440Average$1,955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$967Average$2,029FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,325Average$1,900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,335Average$2,171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,468Average$1,982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,534Average$1,934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,647Average$2,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,671Average$2,443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,720Average$1,902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,806Average$2,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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