Cheap flights from Melbourne to New York (NYC) from $459

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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MEL — NYC
Jun 16 — Jun 231

The best prices from Melbourne to New York are usually found in March or February, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to New York (NYC). 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 June 11, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,879

Round-trip from

$214
High demand for flights, 26% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 25% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in June 2024
From Melbourne to New York (NYC)

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Melbourne to New York?

Sunday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 55%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne to New York?

To save on the cost of your flight from Melbourne to New York, book at least 45 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 46% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,445 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $1,690.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to New York?

March can be a great time to fly to New York from Melbourne with a flight ticket averaging about $1,623. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of March for as cheap as $946. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to NYC?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to New York at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 23% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Cheap Melbourne to New York flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to New York specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Prices were last updated on June 11, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Melbourne to New York in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 7/111:45 pmMEL - EWR
2 stops29h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/175:34 pmEWR - MEL
2 stops28h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,266
Wed 7/1012:55 pmMEL - LGA
3 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/1712:30 pmLGA - MEL
3 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,279
Wed 7/1012:55 pmMEL - EWR
3 stops35h 43mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/172:48 pmEWR - MEL
3 stops31h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,306
Sun 7/73:45 pmMEL - JFK
2 stops51h 19mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/305:20 amJFK - MEL
2 stops44h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,324
Wed 7/1012:55 pmMEL - EWR
2 stops30h 48mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/172:48 pmEWR - MEL
3 stops31h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,338
Tue 7/2311:55 amMEL - EWR
2 stops24h 15mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/68:00 amEWR - MEL
1 stop31h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,347
Tue 7/2311:55 amMEL - EWR
2 stops25h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/64:52 pmEWR - MEL
1 stop22h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,350
Sun 7/143:45 pmMEL - JFK
2 stops54h 21mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/2210:59 pmJFK - MEL
2 stops50h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,352
Mon 7/89:15 pmMEL - EWR
2 stops33h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/157:45 pmEWR - MEL
2 stops45h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,369

Melbourne to New York 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and New York in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Melbourne to New York in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sun 8/1112:55 pmMEL - EWR
2 stops30h 29mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/147:00 amEWR - MEL
2 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,101
Thu 10/242:00 pmMEL - EWR
2 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/47:30 amEWR - MEL
2 stops47h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,199
Thu 10/246:00 amAVV - JFK
2 stops44h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/411:30 amJFK - AVV
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,245
Thu 7/111:45 pmMEL - EWR
2 stops29h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/175:34 pmEWR - MEL
2 stops28h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,266
Fri 11/228:15 pmMEL - JFK
1 stop41h 50mAir China
Fri 12/61:05 amJFK - MEL
1 stop46h 40mAir China
Deal found 6/10$1,271
Wed 7/1012:55 pmMEL - LGA
3 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/1712:30 pmLGA - MEL
3 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,279
Tue 10/297:45 amMEL - JFK
2 stops38h 40mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 11/810:00 amJFK - MEL
2 stops59h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,301
Wed 7/1012:55 pmMEL - EWR
3 stops35h 43mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/172:48 pmEWR - MEL
3 stops31h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,306
Mon 10/147:00 amMEL - JFK
2 stops43h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/2812:30 pmJFK - MEL
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,316

Melbourne to New York flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Melbourne to New York for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Melbourne to New York. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Sun 6/163:45 pmMEL - JFK
1 stop29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/2310:00 amJFK - MEL
2 stops44h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,763
Sun 6/1611:45 pmMEL - JFK
1 stop27h 30mCathay Pacific
Sun 6/232:55 pmJFK - MEL
1 stop30h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 6/10$1,782
Sun 6/166:30 pmMEL - JFK
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/2310:00 amJFK - MEL
2 stops56h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,868
Thu 6/2010:55 amMEL - EWR
2 stops26h 49mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/271:00 pmEWR - MEL
3 stops29h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,897
Thu 6/209:00 pmMEL - JFK
2 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/2712:55 pmJFK - MEL
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,946
Thu 6/2010:55 amMEL - EWR
1 stop23h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/272:45 pmEWR - MEL
1 stop27h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,986
Thu 6/2010:55 amMEL - LGA
2 stops25h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/273:29 pmLGA - MEL
2 stops26h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,078
Sun 6/1611:45 pmMEL - JFK
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/221:30 amJFK - MEL
2 stops41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$2,097
Thu 6/206:00 amMEL - JFK
2 stops28h 00mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/279:25 amJFK - MEL
1 stop30h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,100

One-way flights to New York from Melbourne

Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to New York. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Melbourne to New York. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Melbourne to New York instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Wed 9/43:45 pmMEL - EWR
2 stops61h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$459
Wed 9/113:45 pmMEL - LGA
3 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$471
Wed 9/43:45 pmMEL - JFK
2 stops53h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$480
Wed 9/113:45 pmMEL - EWR
2 stops29h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$489
Wed 9/113:45 pmMEL - EWR
3 stops35h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$493
Wed 9/43:45 pmMEL - JFK
1 stop29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$501
Wed 9/113:45 pmMEL - JFK
1 stop29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$551
Sun 9/13:45 pmMEL - JFK
2 stops53h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$553
Sun 8/253:45 pmMEL - JFK
2 stops54h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$565

Find flights from Melbourne to New York within your budget

Customize 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 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 11, 2024.

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Any airport

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Any airport

Budget

$1,101 - $1,468

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MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Sun 8/11

2 stops30h 29m

Newark

Wed 8/14

2 stops39h 15m

$1,101

MelbourneNew York John F Kennedy Intl

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Fri 11/1

1 stop41h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 11/8

1 stop46h 40m

$1,162

MelbourneNew York John F Kennedy Intl

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Tue 10/29

2 stops38h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 11/8

2 stops59h 35m

$1,301

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Tue 9/3

1 stop23h 59m

Newark

Wed 2/19

2 stops27h 09m

$1,347

MelbourneNew York John F Kennedy Intl

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Sun 10/13

1 stop27h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/27

1 stop30h 05m

$1,358

MelbourneNew York John F Kennedy Intl

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 9/4

2 stops36h 01m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/12

2 stops31h 06m

$1,388

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Tue 8/6

2 stops34h 24m

Newark

Tue 8/20

2 stops27h 05m

$1,440

MelbourneNew York LaGuardia

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Tue 7/9

2 stops25h 01m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 7/30

2 stops27h 26m

$1,443

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Sun 7/14

1 stop24h 42m

Newark

Mon 7/22

1 stop25h 00m

$1,468

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Deals found on 6/11

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to New York. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Melbourne to New York is 44 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.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to New York?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Melbourne to New York. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to New York flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to New York

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Temperature and rainfall in New York by month

Plan your trip to New York by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

NYC

Temperature

33.8 - 77 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

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 June 11, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown China Airlines, Qantas Airways and American Airlines from Melbourne to New York. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.8
Very good
73 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.0

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.0

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.

8.8
Very good
73 reviews
8.8
Very good
73 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.0

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.0

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
565 reviews
8.8
Very good
73 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.0

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.0

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
1,456 reviews
8.8
Very good
73 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.0

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.0

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
1,417 reviews
8.8
Very good
73 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.0

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.0

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
882 reviews
8.8
Very good
73 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

8.0

Overall

8.8

Crew

9.0

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

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  • Can I find flights from Melbourne to New York for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne to New York for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,101, but on average you can expect to pay $1,199.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Melbourne to New York for under $1,800?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Melbourne to New York within the next 7 days for less than $1,800.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to New York round-trip?

    Flying on Air China is currently your cheapest option to New York, with prices starting at $1,162. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Hawaiian Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,301 and $1,347, respectively. These flights start at 28% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

  • What does MEL to JFK mean?

    This is defined as Melbourne Airport (MEL) and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK). Codes like New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Newark Airport (EWR), New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), New Windsor Stewart Airport (SWF), New York Skyports SPB Airport (NYS) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to New York that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to New York flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to New York with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to New York flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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 vacation 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to New York that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to New York offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to New York?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to New York flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Melbourne to New York flight deals updated?

    The Melbourne to New York flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/11.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to New York?

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New York (average of $237). Flying from Melbourne to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $354). 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$1,113Average$1,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,180Average$1,837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,350Average$1,515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,512Average$1,583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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