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Cheap flights from Melbourne to New York State 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 21/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — JFK
17 Sep — 24 Sep1
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 August 2026.

Sun 16/810:55 -
2 stops26h 15m
Sat 29/821:27 -
2 stops44h 48m
Deal found 15/8$1,354
Sun 16/810:55 -
2 stops34h 35m
Sat 29/814:20 -
2 stops27h 55m
Deal found 15/8$1,354
Sat 15/810:55 -
2 stops26h 15m
Fri 28/815:39 -
2 stops25h 51m
Deal found 14/8$1,359
Sat 15/810:55 -
1 stop23h 14m
Fri 28/810:45 -
1 stop30h 45m
Deal found 14/8$1,359
Fri 14/809:30 -
2 stops23h 15m
Thu 27/812:29 -
2 stops29h 46m
Deal found 13/8$1,360
Sat 15/810:55 -
2 stops26h 12m
Thu 10/915:38 -
2 stops26h 37m
Deal found 14/8$1,360
Fri 28/810:55 -
2 stops24h 12m
Sat 5/906:55 -
2 stops35h 20m
Deal found 13/8$1,361
Fri 28/809:30 -
2 stops23h 55m
Sat 5/910:20 -
2 stops31h 55m
Deal found 13/8$1,361
Fri 28/809:30 -
1 stop26h 15m
Sat 5/913:00 -
2 stops29h 15m
Deal found 13/8$1,361
Sun 16/810:55 -
1 stop28h 04m
Sat 29/814:45 -
1 stop27h 30m
Deal found 15/8$1,363
Wed 19/809:30 -
2 stops23h 55m
Wed 26/815:29 -
2 stops26h 46m
Deal found 15/8$1,364
Wed 19/810:55 -
1 stop26h 54m
Mon 31/818:45 -
1 stop22h 45m
Deal found 15/8$1,364

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 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,360

One-way from

$841

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,577
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 30/8-13/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 71h 50m total
  • Melbourne to New York
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 21/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 47m total
  • Melbourne to New York
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($212 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($68 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 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 18 August 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneBuffalo

MEL Melbourne - BUF Buffalo

MELBUF

Melbourne

Fri 28/8

10:55-21:07

2 stops24h 12m

Buffalo

Sat 5/9

06:55-08:15

2 stops35h 20m

$1,361

MelbourneNew York

MEL Melbourne - LGA New York LaGuardia

MELLGA

Melbourne

Fri 28/8

09:30-19:54

2 stops24h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 9/9

15:39-07:30

2 stops25h 51m

$1,370
Fastest return journey

MelbourneNewark

MEL Melbourne - EWR Newark

MELEWR

Melbourne

Fri 28/8

09:30-19:27

1 stop23h 57m

Newark

Wed 9/9

18:00-08:15

1 stop24h 15m

$1,370

MelbourneNew York

MEL Melbourne - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 23/9

10:00-18:34

1 stop22h 34m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/10

08:00-08:50

1 stop33h 50m

$1,453

MelbourneNew York

MEL Melbourne - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

MELJFK

Melbourne

Tue 13/10

11:00-21:47

1 stop25h 47m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 21/10

16:25-08:50

2 stops25h 25m

$1,454

MelbourneNew York

MEL Melbourne - LGA New York LaGuardia

MELLGA

Melbourne

Mon 2/11

10:10-18:59

2 stops24h 49m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 16/11

14:00-08:00

2 stops26h 00m

$1,460

MelbourneNewark

MEL Melbourne - EWR Newark

MELEWR

Melbourne

Wed 23/9

10:00-19:30

2 stops23h 30m

Newark

Tue 27/10

08:30-07:00

2 stops31h 30m

$1,460

MelbourneNewark

AVV Melbourne Avalon - EWR Newark

AVVEWR

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 5/10

21:40-16:33

2 stops33h 53m

Newark

Mon 26/10

18:15-15:50

2 stops30h 35m

$1,505

MelbourneNewark

AVV Melbourne Avalon - EWR Newark

AVVEWR

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 23/9

20:40-16:33

2 stops33h 53m

Newark

Tue 27/10

18:15-15:35

2 stops30h 20m

$1,506

MelbourneNewark

AVV Melbourne Avalon - EWR Newark

AVVEWR

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 7/10

21:40-16:33

2 stops33h 53m

Newark

Wed 28/10

18:15-15:35

2 stops30h 20m

$1,509

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to State of New York (average of $1,314). Flying from Melbourne to State of New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,024). 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 below average for this route at the moment.
Melbourne to State of New York flights typically cost between $1,474 and $1,792 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,408 on Air China (13 Jan–17 Feb).

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 81 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 18 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
662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

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
662 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

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
8,498 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

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
1,083 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

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
10,103 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

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
11,958 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
662 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

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 22h 34m. Melbourne and State of New York are separated by a distance of 16684 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 $634 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $754 and Virgin Australia from $797 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to State of New York (average of $1,314). Flying from Melbourne to State of New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,024). 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$300Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapest$757Average$1,533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$898Average$1,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$908Average$1,834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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DeltaCheapest$1,142Average$1,495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,156Average$1,450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,170Average$1,475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,178Average$1,551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,537Average$1,780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Japan AirlinesCheapest$1,634Average$2,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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