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$654+ Cheap flights from New York (NYC) to Melbourne

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nov. 9 — nov. 161
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The best prices from New York to Melbourne are usually found in March or September, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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 (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 noviembre 4, 2024.

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December

Cheapest in

March

Round-trip from

$1,147
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$654
(United Airlines)
High demand for flights, 26% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 23% potential price drop
From New York (NYC) to Melbourne
One-way flight from New York (NYC) to Melbourne

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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 noviembre 4, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/3010:00 amEWR - MEL
1 stop32h 00mUnited Airlines
mar. 1/141:00 pmMEL - EWR
1 stop34h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,147
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/308:40 amEWR - MEL
2 stops33h 20mLufthansa
mar. 1/141:00 pmMEL - EWR
1 stop24h 21mLufthansa
Deal found 11/4$1,342
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/2710:20 amJFK - MEL
1 stop40h 05mQatar Airways
mié. 12/45:10 pmMEL - JFK
1 stop37h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/4$1,403
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/311:45 amJFK - MEL
2 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/114:50 pmMEL - JFK
1 stop30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,406
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/111:35 amJFK - MEL
1 stop29h 25mCathay Pacific
mié. 11/2012:45 amMEL - JFK
1 stop27h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/3$1,435
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/106:30 pmEWR - MEL
2 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/256:45 amMEL - EWR
2 stops26h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,522
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/63:12 pmLGA - MEL
2 stops26h 18mUnited Airlines
lun. 12/161:00 pmMEL - LGA
2 stops26h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,530
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/66:30 pmEWR - MEL
2 stops48h 05mAir Canada
lun. 12/168:00 amMEL - EWR
3 stops27h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 11/3$1,552
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/1010:59 amLGA - MEL
2 stops44h 46mQatar Airways
mar. 12/35:10 pmMEL - LGA
2 stops41h 38mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/4$1,595
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/49:45 amJFK - AVV
3 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/118:55 pmAVV - JFK
3 stops41h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$1,691
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/125:00 pmJFK - MEL
2 stops33h 25mIberia
jue. 11/2111:30 pmMEL - JFK
2 stops54h 20mIberia
Deal found 11/3$1,744
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/104:55 pmLGA - MEL
2 stops27h 20mMultiple Airlines
mar. 12/171:45 pmMEL - LGA
2 stops25h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$1,803

Find flights from New York to Melbourne within your budget

Customize 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated noviembre 4, 2024.

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EWR - MEL

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Newark

dom. 1/26

8:00 pm-10:00 am

1 stop46h 00m

$654

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

mar. 11/12

3:25 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops32h 55m

$657

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

dom. 11/17

6:30 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops27h 30m

$692

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 11/28

1:50 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$915

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - AVV

EWRAVV

Newark

sáb. 5/3

7:59 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops58h 16m

$944

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

mar. 11/26

11:15 am-8:00 am

1 stop28h 45m

$1,045

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

dom. 1/26

8:30 pm-5:40 am

2 stops41h 10m

$1,088

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

sáb. 11/9

5:00 pm-9:30 am

1 stop24h 30m

$1,095

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

vie. 11/8

12:10 am-9:30 pm

1 stop29h 20m

$1,133

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 11/13

1:30 am-11:45 pm

1 stop30h 15m

$1,139

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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?

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 November 1, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 49 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Melbourne (average of $1,042). Flying from New York to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,640). 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 noviembre 4, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from New York to Melbourne in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 8% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York 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 November 3, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 noviembre 4, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, Lufthansa and Qatar Airways from New York to Melbourne to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.0

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.

8.7
Very good
68 reviews
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.0

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.

8.4
Very good
831 reviews
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.0

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.

8.4
Very good
482 reviews
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.0

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.

8.3
Very good
1,453 reviews
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.0

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.

8.3
Very good
785 reviews
8.7
Very good
68 reviews

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.0

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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from New York to Melbourne for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $1,147, but on average you can expect to pay $1,604.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from New York to Melbourne for under $1,500?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from New York to Melbourne within the next 7 days for less than $1,500.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New York to Melbourne round-trip from $1,147. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Canada, from $1,299, and Lufthansa, from $1,342. United Airlines is priced at 28% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $654. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Canada and Cathay Pacific, as they are both options that can get you from New York to Melbourne for a low price.

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

  • 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), Bendigo Airport (BXG), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW).

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York to Melbourne?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Los Angeles?

    Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live are the most popular attractions in Los Angeles if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live are located about 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively from Los Angeles. Those landing in Los Angeles looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $43 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Auckland?

    The majority of Auckland visitors spend their time at Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, and Aotea Square. Sky Tower, New Zealand Maritime Museum, and Aotea Square are located about 10.9 mi, 11.4 mi, and 10.6 mi, respectively from Auckland Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Auckland Intl for an average daily rate of $46 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York to Melbourne flights?

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your New York 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 New York to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter New York 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 New York to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation 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.

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

    Many airlines flying from New York 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 New York to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on New York 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 to Melbourne flight deals updated?

    The New York to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Melbourne (average of $1,042). Flying from New York to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,640). 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 New York to Melbourne

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from New York to Melbourne. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated noviembre 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$238Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$374Average$2,004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$978Average$1,682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,092Average$1,465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,261Average$1,554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,314Average$1,970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,346Average$1,582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,358Average$1,677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,660Average$1,744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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