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$697+ Cheap flights to Melbourne

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Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
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Flights to Melbourne in 2024

Find the latest flights to Melbourne in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on December 18, 2024.

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March

Average price

$2,314

Round-trip from

$1,258

One-way from

$697
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Cheapest flights to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

Tue 12/3110:55 amJFK - MEL
2 stops44h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/124:50 pmMEL - JFK
1 stop29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,645
Sun 12/2911:00 amEWR - MEL
3 stops34h 35mAir Canada
Mon 2/37:10 amMEL - EWR
2 stops25h 41mAir Canada
Deal found 12/17$1,739
Sun 12/299:45 amJFK - MEL
3 stops35h 50mAir Canada
Mon 2/37:45 amMEL - JFK
3 stops30h 53mAir Canada
Deal found 12/17$1,747
Sun 12/2911:40 amLGA - MEL
3 stops33h 55mAir Canada
Mon 2/37:45 amMEL - LGA
3 stops28h 18mAir Canada
Deal found 12/17$1,747
Thu 12/2612:34 pmEWR - MEL
2 stops32h 11mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/21:45 pmMEL - EWR
2 stops24h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,801
Tue 12/319:00 amJFK - MEL
1 stop30h 10mCathay Pacific
Mon 3/1012:45 amMEL - JFK
1 stop27h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/17$1,806
Sat 12/289:45 amJFK - AVV
3 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/36:00 amAVV - JFK
3 stops49h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,922
Sun 12/296:20 pmEWR - MEL
1 stop23h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/31:00 pmMEL - EWR
1 stop22h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,081
Sun 12/292:55 pmLGA - MEL
2 stops26h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/31:00 pmMEL - LGA
2 stops24h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$2,081
Wed 12/2511:15 amEWR - MEL
1 stop38h 55mAir India
Fri 1/39:30 amMEL - EWR
1 stop37h 25mAir India
Deal found 12/17$2,207
Fri 12/2712:35 amJFK - MEL
1 stop37h 05mJapan Airlines
Mon 2/37:20 amMEL - JFK
2 stops31h 09mJapan Airlines
Deal found 12/18$2,243
Fri 12/2712:10 amJFK - MEL
1 stop29h 20mChina Southern
Mon 2/38:40 amMEL - JFK
3 stops38h 49mChina Southern
Deal found 12/18$2,286

Find flights to Melbourne within your budget

Locate flights to Melbourne that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on December 18, 2024.

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NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Mon 2/24

6:30 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops29h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 3/10

7:05 am-4:51 pm

2 stops24h 46m

$1,258

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Mon 4/7

5:14 pm-11:05 am

2 stops27h 51m

Melbourne

Tue 4/15

6:00 am-4:51 pm

2 stops24h 51m

$1,271

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/23

1:30 am-11:45 pm

1 stop30h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 3/10

5:10 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop37h 40m

$1,329

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Wed 3/12

1:30 am-8:55 pm

2 stops52h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 4/14

8:50 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops39h 40m

$1,346

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/12

1:10 am-8:55 pm

2 stops52h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 4/14

8:50 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops39h 50m

$1,346

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Tue 2/11

5:00 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops27h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 2/15

1:45 pm-11:38 pm

2 stops25h 53m

$1,351

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/1

4:29 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops27h 46m

Melbourne

Sun 3/2

4:50 pm-7:25 am

1 stop30h 35m

$1,393

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/19

1:50 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop30h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 3/16

3:35 pm-5:45 am

1 stop29h 10m

$1,430

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/12

1:30 am-11:45 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 4/14

9:00 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop32h 20m

$1,449

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/14

8:30 am-12:20 pm

2 stops35h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 1/21

1:45 pm-9:04 am

3 stops35h 19m

$1,527

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Best time to book a flight to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights to Melbourne

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

When is the best time to book a flight to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The best time to book flights to Melbourne 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.

How long is the flight to Melbourne?

On average, a flight from New York to Melbourne takes 27 hours 56 minutes. Flights to Melbourne from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Melbourne should consider flying on Monday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Thursday at noon, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Melbourne are Qantas Airways, United Airlines and Qatar Airways.

Qantas Airways

Qantas Airways

From $1,117

United Airlines

United Airlines

From $884

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways

From $1,333

Air Canada

Air Canada

From $1,092

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Melbourne?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Melbourne are JetBlue, American Airlines and United Airlines.

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 ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

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, 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 December 18, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Qantas Airways to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.6

Food

7.7

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.

Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.6

Food

7.7

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.

ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.6

Food

7.7

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.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,443 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.6

Food

7.7

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.

China Airlines
8.3
Very good
754 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.6

Food

7.7

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.

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
191 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.6
Very good
65 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.6

Food

7.7

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.

What is good to know if travelling to Melbourne, Australia?

  • National Gallery of Victoria: This citadel of fine art is divided into two sections: The Saint Kilda Road and the Ian Potter Center. The Saint Kilda Road section was redeveloped, and showcases Picasso’s Weeping Woman. The Ian Potter Center holds only Australian art, and is located on the South Bank. Read up on both sections during your flight to Melbourne and plan this leg of your Melbourne travel between Tuesday and Friday.The museum closes on Mondays and attracts droves of tourists on the weekends.
  • Eureka Tower: The tallest building in Melbourne also happens to be the tallest residential building in the entire world. Public observation is allowed on the 88th floor Sky Deck, so high that other Melbourne flights seem nearby in the sky. The most intriguing part is The Edge, a frosted glass cube that moves and becomes unfrosted for a crystal view of the city skyline.
  • Laneways and arcades: Of the seven arcades you might stumble upon, don’t miss the Block arcade and the Cathedral arcade. The Block arcade, located on Collins and Elizabeth Street is trimmed with iron and lace architecture, glass dome ceilings, and Italian mosaic floors. The Cathedral arcades offer a selection of Japanese accessories and 50’s rock fashion, along with essential jazz and blues CDs at Basement Discs.
  • Take a wine tour in the Yarra Valley.
  • Lava: According to official tourism guides, Melbourne is geologically “built on the confluence of Quaternary lava flows to the west, Silurian mudstones to the east and Holocene sand accumulation to the southeast along Port Phillip.” Pictures are bound to be breathtaking so make sure your camera’s battery is loaded before heading out to explore the lava-lands for the day.
  • The Melbourne Zoo opened in 1862 and has more than 350 animals, many of them native to the land down under. Visit the wombats, koala bears, kangaroos and wallabies, among many others. There’s a beautiful butterfly house with 12 which hosts approximately 800 butterflies at any time.
  • The Royal Botanic Gardens are one of the finest in Australia.
  • Birrarung Marr, a riverside park that is almost a continuous green belt around Melbourne and Carlton Gardens extend around the Royal Exhibition Building which dates from 1880.

  • What is the climate like in Melbourne, Australia?

    Although mostly temperate, Melbourne does have distinct seasons. Hot summers and cool winters are separated by mild autumn and spring seasons. No matter when you book your cheap flight to Melbourne, there won’t be any distracting extremes, especially since it receives only half the rainfall of sister cities Sydney and Brisbane.

  • When is the best time to fly to Melbourne, Australia?

    Peak Season: The first day of summer is technically December 21st, making the holidays a great time to book a cheap flight to Melbourne. Although it doesn’t get very hot until January, the period from December to February are filled with glorious sea breezes and ends in a dry, thundery month of March. If you’re heading to Melbourne for one of the cities famous events, consider flights to Melbourne during The Melbourne Fringe Festival, which takes place in the first three weeks in October, and the Melbourne Cup on the first Tuesday in November. Test your skills at cricket from October through March. Off Season: Winter, while cold, stays mild with light winds and foggy skies. Travel to Melbourne is less frequent during the frosty season but it’s likely cheap flights to Melbourne and discount accommodations can be found during this time.

  • What is the best way to travel around Melbourne, Australia?

    Melbourne is lovely city to walk through. It’s fairly compact and the Yarra River, which runs through the middle of the city, offers cruises for those who want to spend their time floating through town. There are plenty of transportation options to be found; trams, trains and buses crisscross the city. The trams are a great way to experience one of Melbourne’s cultural icons, and buses stop at all the major sights. Except for peak hours, it’s easy to hail one of the many cabs. Taxis tend to fill up quickly on Friday and Saturday nights. Driving can be a hassle, despite the ease of navigating through Melbourne’s streets, since trams and aggressive drivers complicate traffic.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Melbourne if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Melbourne on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Melbourne?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, JetBlue is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Melbourne.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Melbourne?

    A round-trip flight to Melbourne will typically cost around $1,346, however they can be found for as little as $16.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Melbourne depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Melbourne, Binghamton Broome County offers the quickest one-way flight (6 hours 31 minutes).

  • Does Melbourne have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Melbourne can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Melbourne?

    Yes. Melbourne has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 1 Bdrm With Parking, Walk To Beach is the closest property to Melbourne (0.0 mi away from Melbourne).

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