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Cheap flights from Melbourne to New York State from $769

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JFK
17 Apr — 24 Apr1
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 18 March 2026.

Fri 8/509:30
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops25h 27m
United Airlines
Sat 30/514:51
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops27h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/3$1,234
Tue 12/510:55
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop24h 40m
United Airlines
Wed 3/616:00
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop25h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/3$1,234
Thu 30/410:55
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop24h 40m
United Airlines
Thu 7/511:30
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop30h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/3$1,236
Mon 4/510:55
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops36h 18m
United Airlines
Fri 29/515:38
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops26h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/3$1,243
Tue 5/510:55
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 08m
United Airlines
Sat 30/517:00
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop25h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 14/3$1,243
Wed 29/410:00
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops24h 14m
Delta
Wed 13/514:59
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops26h 51m
Delta
Deal found 16/3$1,244
Fri 17/410:00
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops34h 00m
Delta
Thu 30/420:17
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops45h 33m
Delta
Deal found 15/3$1,244
Fri 17/410:00
MEL
-
JFK
2 stops27h 59m
Delta
Wed 29/410:00
JFK
-
MEL
2 stops31h 50m
Delta
Deal found 15/3$1,244
Fri 17/409:30
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops23h 48m
United Airlines
Fri 1/513:10
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops28h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/3$1,245
Fri 17/409:30
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 23m
United Airlines
Fri 1/518:30
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop23h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/3$1,245
Fri 17/410:00
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops27h 44m
Delta
Thu 30/420:35
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops45h 15m
Delta
Deal found 16/3$1,247
Fri 17/410:00
MEL
-
JFK
2 stops25h 15m
Delta
Thu 30/420:00
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop45h 50m
Delta
Deal found 16/3$1,247

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 18 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,234

One-way from

$769

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,522
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 8/5-30/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 51m total
  • Melbourne to New York
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Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 5/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 02m total
  • Melbourne to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($68 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($53 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 18 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Thu 30/4

10:55-09:46

2 stops36h 51m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 7/5

14:20-08:15

2 stops27h 55m

$1,234

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Tue 12/5

10:55-23:24

2 stops26h 29m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 4/6

14:00-08:15

2 stops28h 15m

$1,234

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Tue 12/5

10:55-21:28

2 stops24h 33m

Newark

Wed 3/6

18:00-08:15

1 stop24h 15m

$1,234

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Tue 21/4

10:55-21:29

2 stops24h 34m

Newark

Wed 29/4

13:00-08:15

1 stop29h 15m

$1,234

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Sun 3/5

10:55-09:13

2 stops36h 18m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 29/5

15:38-08:15

2 stops26h 37m

$1,243

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

10:55-19:06

2 stops46h 11m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 28/5

13:25-08:15

2 stops28h 50m

$1,243

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

10:55-21:18

2 stops24h 23m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 26/5

11:20-08:15

2 stops30h 55m

$1,243
Fastest return journey

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

10:55-20:03

1 stop23h 08m

Newark

Thu 28/5

17:00-08:15

1 stop25h 15m

$1,243

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

10:55-20:03

1 stop23h 08m

Newark

Tue 26/5

16:00-08:15

1 stop26h 15m

$1,243

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

10:00-20:30

2 stops24h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/5

17:45-07:50

1 stop24h 05m

$1,244

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to State of New York (average of $523). Flying from Melbourne to State of New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,236). 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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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 18 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines 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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,214 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,214 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,214 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,005 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,214 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,432 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,214 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,467 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,214 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,811 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,214 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

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 23h 56m. Melbourne and State of New York are separated by a distance of 16304 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 $636 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $673 and Delta from $756 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to State of New York (average of $523). Flying from Melbourne to State of New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,236). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$907Average$1,405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$910Average$1,911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,160Average$1,533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,181Average$1,662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air ChinaCheapest$1,183Average$1,472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,221Average$1,689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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DeltaCheapest$1,227Average$1,311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,559Average$1,804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,567Average$2,186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,578Average$1,999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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