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Cheap flights from Melbourne to New York State from $815

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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JFK
31 Aug — 7 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to New York

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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 1 August 2026.

Mon 2/1108:10
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops24h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/1118:15
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7$1,315
Mon 16/1108:10
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops24h 39m
Air Canada
Sun 22/1118:15
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops29h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 28/7$1,316
Wed 21/1021:40
AVV
-
EWR
2 stops33h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/1018:15
EWR
-
AVV
2 stops38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8$1,316
Wed 9/920:40
AVV
-
EWR
2 stops33h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 14/918:05
EWR
-
AVV
2 stops30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8$1,322
Mon 16/1108:00
MEL
-
EWR
3 stops29h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/1118:15
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7$1,325
Tue 13/1006:30
MEL
-
EWR
3 stops30h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 20/1018:05
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7$1,332
Mon 2/1107:30
MEL
-
EWR
3 stops28h 10m
Air Canada
Tue 10/1118:15
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops27h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 27/7$1,336
Wed 26/820:40
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops33h 53m
Air Canada
Wed 27/118:15
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops31h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 27/7$1,340
Mon 16/1107:45
MEL
-
LGA
3 stops27h 18m
Air Canada
Wed 18/1111:55
LGA
-
MEL
3 stops33h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 28/7$1,342
Mon 2/1107:10
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops25h 39m
Air Canada
Mon 16/1118:15
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops28h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 31/7$1,346
Tue 22/906:00
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops24h 33m
Air Canada
Mon 12/1018:05
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops27h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 31/7$1,347
Tue 13/1011:00
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop22h 11m
Delta
Wed 21/1014:40
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop27h 10m
Delta
Deal found 31/7$1,350

Find flight deals from Melbourne to New York

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to New York flight deals. Data was last updated 1 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,315

One-way from

$815

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,505
2/11-10/11
  • 2/11-10/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 59m total
  • Melbourne to New York
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9/10
  • 9/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 57m total
  • Melbourne to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($174 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($72 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 1 August 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 19/8

10:55-21:40

2 stops24h 45m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 27/8

15:29-08:15

2 stops26h 46m

$1,356

MelbourneNewark

AVV - EWR

AVVEWR

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 24/11

06:00-16:49

2 stops26h 49m

Newark

Tue 1/12

18:15-15:35

2 stops29h 20m

$1,363

MelbourneNewark

AVV - EWR

AVVEWR

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 16/11

20:55-16:49

2 stops35h 54m

Newark

Wed 18/11

18:15-23:15

2 stops37h 00m

$1,364

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Thu 27/8

10:55-00:59

1 stop28h 04m

Newark

Thu 10/9

14:45-08:15

1 stop27h 30m

$1,369

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

09:30-19:54

2 stops24h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 31/8

15:39-07:30

2 stops25h 51m

$1,371

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Thu 27/8

10:55-23:10

2 stops26h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 10/9

11:20-08:15

2 stops30h 55m

$1,376

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Mon 24/8

10:55-23:24

2 stops26h 29m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/9

06:00-08:15

2 stops36h 15m

$1,376
Fastest return journey

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 23/9

13:35-21:29

1 stop21h 54m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 12/10

15:03-05:00

1 stop22h 57m

$1,400

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

09:45-19:00

1 stop24h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 21/10

11:00-06:45

1 stop28h 45m

$1,400

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Tue 22/9

09:45-20:30

1 stop24h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/10

14:43-05:00

1 stop23h 17m

$1,401

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to State of New York (average of $1,329). Flying from Melbourne to State of New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,047). 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 to State of New York?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Melbourne to State of New York flights typically cost between $1,295 and $1,813 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,320 on British Airways (17 Sept–23 Sept).

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to State of New York, you should look to book at least 70 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 1 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand,Delta, andQantas Airways from Melbourne to New York State have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,073 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,845 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
657 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Viren,June 2026

MEL - LAX

Flight got delayed and made us take a transit visa which was not a told before hand.

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 to State of New York?

    Departing from Melbourne to State of New York will take you 21h 54m. Melbourne and State of New York are separated by a distance of 16678 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $642 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $763 and Virgin Australia from $815 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Melbourne to State of New York is Melbourne - New York John F Kennedy Intl. You may also consider Melbourne - Newark or Melbourne - New York LaGuardia.

  • 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 State of New York?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to State of New York (average of $1,329). Flying from Melbourne to State of New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,047). 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
JetBlueCheapest$303Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapest$766Average$1,554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$900Average$1,565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$909Average$1,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$918Average$1,922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,020Average$1,459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$1,155Average$1,510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,183Average$1,543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,555Average$1,801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,652Average$2,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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