Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to Melbourne from $744

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 9/8. 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.
JFK — MEL
Jun 12 — Jun 191

The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne are usually found in November or March, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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 (ME1). 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 7, 2024.

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December

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November

Round-trip from

$1,073

One-way from

$991
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From New York John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Tuesday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

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

Find a great deal and save up to 65% by booking at least 12 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,074.

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

Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne in March, with the cheapest ticket starting at $842.

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

When flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 4% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,048,502 searches. Prices were last updated on June 7, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Melbourne in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 6/1110:00 amJFK - MEL
1 stop39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/2211:35 amMEL - JFK
2 stops48h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,695
Sat 7/63:45 pmJFK - MEL
3 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/38:50 pmMEL - JFK
3 stops39h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,744
Sat 7/63:45 pmJFK - AVV
3 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/38:50 pmAVV - JFK
3 stops39h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,767
Sat 6/810:00 amJFK - MEL
1 stop39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/2211:35 amMEL - JFK
2 stops48h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,774
Sun 7/289:25 amJFK - MEL
2 stops34h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/116:30 pmMEL - JFK
2 stops37h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,797
Mon 7/13:35 pmJFK - MEL
2 stops28h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/96:00 amMEL - JFK
2 stops28h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,806
Mon 7/15:29 pmJFK - AVV
2 stops32h 31mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/88:50 pmAVV - JFK
2 stops33h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,823
Tue 7/25:25 pmJFK - AVV
2 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/98:50 pmAVV - JFK
2 stops33h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,843
Mon 7/111:00 amJFK - MEL
2 stops33h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 7/86:15 amMEL - JFK
2 stops27h 47mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,849

John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between John F Kennedy Intl and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Melbourne in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 10/295:20 pmJFK - MEL
2 stops49h 40mChina Eastern
Tue 11/1910:30 pmMEL - JFK
2 stops41h 23mChina Eastern
Deal found 6/6$1,132
Tue 10/291:45 amJFK - MEL
1 stop38h 35mPhilippine Airlines
Tue 11/198:00 amMEL - JFK
1 stop31h 15mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,379
Wed 11/1312:20 amJFK - MEL
1 stop30h 45mQatar Airways
Sun 11/174:00 pmMEL - JFK
1 stop32h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,392
Sun 10/279:15 amJFK - AVV
2 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/196:00 amAVV - JFK
3 stops46h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,409
Mon 10/2811:25 amJFK - MEL
1 stop40h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 11/2010:30 pmMEL - JFK
1 stop32h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/6$1,419
Tue 10/291:25 pmJFK - AVV
3 stops39h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/206:00 amAVV - JFK
3 stops32h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,427
Sun 10/279:15 amJFK - AVV
2 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/168:55 pmAVV - JFK
3 stops41h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,428
Tue 10/291:25 pmJFK - AVV
3 stops39h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/176:00 amAVV - JFK
3 stops32h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,445
Tue 10/291:25 pmJFK - AVV
3 stops39h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/168:55 pmAVV - JFK
3 stops41h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,446

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Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from New York to Melbourne. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Tue 6/1110:00 amJFK - MEL
1 stop39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/2211:35 amMEL - JFK
2 stops48h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,695
Tue 6/1110:00 amJFK - MEL
1 stop39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/257:25 amMEL - JFK
2 stops38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,871
Tue 6/1110:00 amJFK - MEL
1 stop39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/208:50 pmMEL - JFK
2 stops48h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,891
Tue 6/1110:00 amJFK - MEL
1 stop39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/213:40 pmMEL - JFK
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,896
Tue 6/1110:00 amJFK - MEL
1 stop39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/198:00 pmMEL - JFK
2 stops38h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,921
Tue 6/1110:00 amJFK - MEL
1 stop39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/233:45 pmMEL - JFK
1 stop29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,931
Tue 6/1110:00 amJFK - MEL
1 stop39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/193:45 pmMEL - JFK
1 stop29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$1,936
Sun 6/161:20 amJFK - MEL
1 stop32h 10mQatar Airways
Mon 7/229:00 pmMEL - JFK
1 stop32h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/6$2,017
Tue 6/1110:00 amJFK - MEL
1 stop39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/236:15 pmMEL - JFK
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$2,048

One-way flights to Melbourne from John F Kennedy Intl

Search for one-way flight options from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne. 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 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from New York to Melbourne can choose from these deals. Users can also find round-trip New York to Melbourne flights by using the search form above.
Sun 9/812:30 pmJFK - MEL
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$744
Wed 10/234:45 pmJFK - MEL
2 stops34h 00mIberia
Deal found 6/6$787
Tue 12/310:00 amJFK - MEL
1 stop38h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$816
Sun 7/79:55 pmJFK - AVV
3 stops58h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$850
Sun 7/79:55 pmJFK - MEL
3 stops56h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$870
Mon 7/2912:30 pmJFK - AVV
3 stops37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$908
Sat 7/136:59 amJFK - MEL
2 stops42h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$928
Sat 7/1310:00 amJFK - MEL
1 stop39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$949
Sat 7/137:40 pmJFK - MEL
3 stops57h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$951

Find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.

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New York John F Kennedy IntlMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/29

2 stops49h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 11/19

2 stops41h 23m

$1,132

New York John F Kennedy IntlMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/29

1 stop38h 35m

Melbourne

Tue 11/19

1 stop31h 15m

$1,379

New York John F Kennedy IntlMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/13

1 stop30h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 11/17

1 stop32h 15m

$1,392

New York John F Kennedy IntlMelbourne Avalon

JFK - AVV

JFKAVV

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/27

2 stops37h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 11/19

3 stops46h 41m

$1,409

New York John F Kennedy IntlMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/20

1 stop30h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 11/18

1 stop27h 10m

$1,477

New York John F Kennedy IntlMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/28

2 stops33h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 11/18

2 stops39h 25m

$1,561

New York John F Kennedy IntlMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/17

3 stops34h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 10/2

3 stops30h 20m

$1,695

New York John F Kennedy IntlMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/28

2 stops29h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 12/10

2 stops34h 35m

$1,702

New York John F Kennedy IntlMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/28

1 stop24h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 11/20

2 stops24h 30m

$1,753

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
The best time to book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne is 43 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons 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 John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne

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Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

MEL

Temperature

46.4 - 68 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, 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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

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 June 7, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Cathay Pacific, Turkish Airlines and Air Canada from New York to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. 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.
8.5
Very good
905 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

8.5
Very good
905 reviews
8.5
Very good
905 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

8.4
Very good
564 reviews
8.5
Very good
905 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

8.3
Very good
1,461 reviews
8.5
Very good
905 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

8.2
Very good
1,419 reviews
8.5
Very good
905 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

8.1
Very good
3,895 reviews
8.5
Very good
905 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Got me there and back on time. Except for a 30 min maintenance delay, but that meant more time for nap. Crew was super nice.

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  • Can I find flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on China Eastern for just $1,132, but on average you can expect to pay $1,430.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne for under $1,700?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne within the next 7 days for less than $1,700.

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

    China Eastern, at $1,132, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Philippine Airlines and Qatar Airways. These flights start at 38% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne are Iberia ($787), Philippine Airlines ($991), and Cathay Pacific ($1,006).

  • What does JFK to MEL mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a JFK to MEL flight. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG).

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne 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 John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne 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 John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne 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 John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne flight deals updated?

    The New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne?

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne (average of $1,073). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,690). 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 9 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$237Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$244Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$839Average$1,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,275Average$1,706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,372Average$1,869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,405Average$2,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,510Average$2,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,540Average$1,747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,644Average$1,744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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