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Cheap flights from New York to Melbourne Airport from $991

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 11/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — MEL
10 Nov — 17 Nov1
1 adult

The best prices from New York to Melbourne are usually found in March or September, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from New York to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 5 November 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,734

One-way from

$991

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 18/2-6/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 48m total
  • New York to Melbourne
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 11/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 00m total
  • New York to Melbourne
High demand for flights, 26% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 23% potential price drop

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Cheapest flights from New York to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 November 2024.

Mon 30/1210:00EWR - MEL
1 stop32h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 14/113:00MEL - EWR
1 stop34h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$1,739
Mon 30/1208:40EWR - MEL
2 stops33h 20mLufthansa
Tue 14/113:00MEL - EWR
1 stop24h 21mLufthansa
Deal found 4/11$2,034
Sun 10/1110:20JFK - MEL
1 stop45h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 3/1217:10MEL - JFK
1 stop45h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/11$2,130
Mon 11/1101:35JFK - MEL
1 stop29h 25mCathay Pacific
Wed 20/1100:45MEL - JFK
1 stop27h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/11$2,175
Tue 3/1210:00JFK - MEL
1 stop38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1216:50MEL - JFK
2 stops38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$2,186
Wed 11/1218:30EWR - MEL
2 stops27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/107:10MEL - EWR
2 stops25h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11$2,209
Fri 6/1215:15LGA - MEL
2 stops26h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 16/1213:00MEL - LGA
2 stops26h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11$2,319
Sun 10/1100:10JFK - MEL
2 stops52h 45mTurkish Airlines
Mon 18/1122:40MEL - JFK
2 stops39h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/11$2,327
Sun 10/1110:59LGA - MEL
2 stops44h 46mQatar Airways
Tue 3/1217:10MEL - LGA
2 stops41h 38mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/11$2,418
Fri 6/1218:30EWR - MEL
2 stops48h 05mAir Canada
Mon 16/1208:00MEL - EWR
3 stops28h 32mAir Canada
Deal found 4/11$2,532
Tue 12/1117:00JFK - MEL
2 stops33h 25mIberia
Thu 21/1123:30MEL - JFK
2 stops54h 20mIberia
Deal found 3/11$2,644
Wed 11/1210:10LGA - MEL
3 stops35h 25mAir Canada
Thu 23/107:30MEL - LGA
3 stops31h 03mAir Canada
Deal found 4/11$2,714

Find flights from New York to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to Melbourne 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 708,896 searches. Data last updated 5 November 2024.

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NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Fri 6/12

08:30-10:00

1 stop33h 30m

$991

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Tue 12/11

15:25-16:20

2 stops32h 55m

$996

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Fri 29/11

18:30-10:35

2 stops48h 05m

$1,060

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 24/2

00:50-14:35

2 stops45h 45m

$1,380

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 28/11

13:50-12:30

1 stop30h 40m

$1,387

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 16/2

20:15-05:40

2 stops41h 25m

$1,439

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Sun 16/2

08:00-05:40

1 stop29h 40m

$1,542

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Tue 25/2

12:35-05:40

1 stop25h 05m

$1,545

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Tue 26/11

11:15-08:00

1 stop28h 45m

$1,584

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Sat 9/11

17:00-09:30

1 stop24h 30m

$1,660

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from New York to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New York to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New York to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 1 November 2024.

The best time to book flights from New York to Melbourne Airport is 49 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 New York to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from New York to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $175). 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 NYC to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 5 November 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York to Melbourne Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

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 5 November 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Lufthansa and ANA from New York to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.7
Very Good
68 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.4
Very Good
833 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.4
Very Good
482 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.3
Very Good
1,457 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

8.3
Very Good
785 reviews
8.7
Very Good
68 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.7

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 2

Les sièges sont étroits, je mesure 1,77 m, les passants dans le couloirs notamment l'équipage n'arrêtaient pas de me cogner. nous étions en économie. l'équipage est au top. C'est le confort qui était négatif pour nous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Melbourne. 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 New York to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from New York to Melbourne Airport is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,734 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and Lufthansa, starting at $1,969 and $2,034 round-trip. United Airlines is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $991 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Canada and Cathay Pacific, with prices starting from $1,049 and $1,387, respectively.

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Melbourne 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 New York to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from New York to Melbourne Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $175). 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 3 airlines flying from New York to Melbourne

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United AirlinesCheapest$1,548Average$2,633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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