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$550+ Cheap flights from Melbourne to New York, NY (NYC)

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MEL — NYC
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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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 March 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$993
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$550
(Trip.com)

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December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,200
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/911:35 pmMEL - JFK
2 stops43h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1111:30 amJFK - MEL
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$993
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/73:05 pmMEL - EWR
1 stop41h 55mQantas Airways
Sun 5/1112:23 pmEWR - MEL
1 stop26h 37mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/26$1,035
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/111:55 amMEL - EWR
1 stop32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1412:23 pmEWR - MEL
1 stop26h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,039
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 5/119:25 amMEL - JFK
1 stop20h 55mQantas Airways
Sun 5/187:20 pmJFK - MEL
1 stop23h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/27$1,097
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/116:00 amMEL - EWR
2 stops31h 46mAir Canada
Wed 6/256:10 pmEWR - MEL
2 stops27h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$1,103
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/48:30 pmMEL - LGA
3 stops49h 18mAir Canada
Wed 9/38:35 amLGA - MEL
3 stops36h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$1,122
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 BestPriceTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/109:50 pmMEL - JFK
1 stop37h 50mChina Airlines
Thu 11/2012:10 amJFK - MEL
1 stop43h 55mChina Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,146
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/91:40 pmMEL - LGA
3 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/111:35 pmLGA - MEL
3 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,150
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Mon 6/28:55 pmAVV - JFK
3 stops39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/236:55 amJFK - AVV
3 stops41h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$1,157
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/116:00 amMEL - JFK
3 stops30h 45mAir Canada
Wed 6/256:55 amJFK - MEL
3 stops38h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$1,178
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3112:45 amMEL - JFK
1 stop27h 25mCathay Pacific
Wed 11/261:35 amJFK - MEL
1 stop29h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/27$1,196
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/28:00 pmMEL - JFK
1 stop41h 05mAir China
Sun 7/132:05 amJFK - MEL
1 stop46h 30mAir China
Deal found 3/27$1,222

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to New York that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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New York

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Fri 5/9

11:35 pm-5:30 am

2 stops43h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/11

11:30 am-11:55 am

2 stops34h 25m

$993

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Wed 5/7

3:05 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop41h 55m

Newark

Sun 5/11

12:23 pm-5:00 am

1 stop26h 37m

$1,035

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Thu 5/1

11:55 am-6:30 am

1 stop32h 35m

Newark

Wed 5/14

12:23 pm-5:00 am

1 stop26h 37m

$1,039

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Sun 5/11

9:25 am-4:20 pm

1 stop20h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/18

7:20 pm-8:20 am

1 stop23h 00m

$1,097

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Wed 6/11

6:00 am-11:46 pm

2 stops31h 46m

Newark

Wed 6/25

6:10 pm-11:35 am

2 stops27h 25m

$1,103

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Mon 8/4

8:30 pm-7:48 am

3 stops49h 18m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 9/3

8:35 am-11:05 am

3 stops36h 30m

$1,122

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Fri 5/9

1:40 pm-7:40 am

3 stops32h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 5/11

1:35 pm-11:55 am

3 stops32h 20m

$1,150

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 6/11

6:00 am-10:45 pm

3 stops30h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 6/25

6:55 am-11:35 am

3 stops38h 40m

$1,178

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 7/2

8:00 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop41h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 7/13

2:05 am-2:35 pm

1 stop46h 30m

$1,222

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Mon 8/4

3:55 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops40h 15m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/3

9:00 pm-5:45 am

2 stops42h 45m

$1,230

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to New York

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to New York

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 March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to New York is 20 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 Melbourne to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New York (average of $236). Flying from Melbourne to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 MEL to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to New York in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in New York by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New York by month

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

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 March 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Tahiti Nui, Japan Airlines and China 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.
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
8.7
Very good
61 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
1,440 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
8.2
Very good
722 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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
8.0
Very good
182 reviews
Air Tahiti Nui
8.7
Very good
61 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Crew

9.1

Overall

8.7

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Isabelle,Apr 2023

AKL - PPT

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 Melbourne to New York. 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 Melbourne to New York round-trip?

    Flying on Qantas Airways is currently your cheapest option to New York, with prices starting at $1,035. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and Air China, with the lowest prices starting at $1,103 and $1,222, respectively. These flights start at 27% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Philippine Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $744. However, be on the lookout for offers from Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to New York for a low price.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Melbourne to New York consider Melbourne - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Melbourne - Newark or Melbourne - New York LaGuardia as they are the most popular.

  • 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.

  • 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 $236). Flying from Melbourne to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 Melbourne to New York

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to New York. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,082Average$1,559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,084Average$1,507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,412Average$1,674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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