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Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport from $980

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 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — MEL
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne are usually found in March or February, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,562

One-way from

$980

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,272
4/6-9/6
  • 4/6-9/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 65h 35m total
  • New York to Melbourne
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Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 9/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 35m total
  • New York to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($310 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($80 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Wed 4/611:00JFK - MEL
2 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/613:45MEL - JFK
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,562
Sun 13/402:05JFK - MEL
1 stop46h 30mAir China
Sun 27/420:00MEL - JFK
1 stop41h 05mAir China
Deal found 20/2$1,798
Tue 2/913:30JFK - MEL
2 stops34h 05mANA
Tue 16/917:30MEL - JFK
2 stops31h 30mANA
Deal found 20/2$1,980
Mon 2/615:40JFK - MEL
3 stops29h 55mAir Canada
Tue 17/606:00MEL - JFK
3 stops30h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 20/2$1,983
Sun 2/300:10JFK - MEL
2 stops52h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 19/322:40MEL - JFK
2 stops39h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/2$2,038
Sun 23/201:30JFK - MEL
1 stop30h 15mQatar Airways
Mon 10/317:10MEL - JFK
1 stop37h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2$2,068
Sat 8/314:35JFK - MEL
2 stops27h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 22/308:00MEL - JFK
2 stops25h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/2$2,128
Tue 25/201:35JFK - MEL
1 stop29h 25mCathay Pacific
Wed 5/308:40MEL - JFK
1 stop26h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/2$2,253
Wed 30/401:20JFK - MEL
1 stop30h 50mJetBlue
Thu 8/515:15MEL - JFK
1 stop31h 45mJetBlue
Deal found 20/2$2,305
Sat 30/821:55JFK - MEL
1 stop22h 55mAir New Zealand
Sat 13/908:35MEL - JFK
1 stop25h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 20/2$2,341

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Depart

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Price

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/6

11:00-12:20

2 stops35h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 9/6

13:45-06:00

2 stops30h 15m

$1,562

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 13/4

02:05-14:35

1 stop46h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 27/4

20:00-23:05

1 stop41h 05m

$1,798

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/6

15:40-11:35

3 stops29h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 17/6

06:00-22:45

3 stops30h 45m

$1,983

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/3

20:05-20:55

2 stops32h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 19/3

22:40-23:15

2 stops39h 35m

$2,038

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 28/4

13:30-13:35

2 stops58h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 11/5

17:30-11:00

2 stops55h 30m

$2,049

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/3

21:30-18:25

1 stop28h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 19/3

23:30-15:50

1 stop31h 20m

$2,068

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/3

14:35-10:20

2 stops27h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 22/3

08:00-18:59

2 stops25h 59m

$2,128

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/3

13:50-12:30

1 stop30h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 18/3

00:45-05:45

1 stop44h 00m

$2,264

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 30/4

01:20-22:10

1 stop30h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 10/5

15:15-09:00

1 stop31h 45m

$2,305

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 22/5

21:55-10:50

1 stop22h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 29/5

12:05-19:35

1 stop21h 30m

$2,349

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Travel insights for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

Booking 25 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 JFK to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 32% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from New York to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about ANA, Japan Airlines and China Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very Good
836 reviews
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Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

ANA
8.4
Very Good
836 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
836 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,440 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
836 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

China Airlines
8.2
Very Good
727 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
836 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,276 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
836 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
460 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
836 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.4

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Air China is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $1,798. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,983 and $2,038, respectively. Air China is priced at 32% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $980 on Air Canada. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Philippine Airlines from $1,002 and Qatar Airways from $1,074 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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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