Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Melbourne Airport to New York?

Auckland (AKL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 35m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to New York?

Delta and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to New York

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Melbourne Airport to New York?

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $914.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Melbourne Airport to New York?

Flights connecting via Auckland (AKL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 21h 05m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Melbourne Airport and New York?

Los Angeles (LAX) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What airlines fly to New York?

Qantas Airways, United Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York?

Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York?

As of October 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York.

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to New York?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to New York.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

The required travel and health documents for your New York trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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8:10 am - 4:48 pmMEL Melbourne-EWR Newark

24h 38m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

6:20 pm - 12:35 pmEWR Newark-MEL Melbourne

27h 15m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$967Air Canada

Wed, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 16

8:10 am - 4:49 pmMEL Melbourne-EWR Newark

24h 39m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

6:15 pm - 1:35 pmEWR Newark-MEL Melbourne

27h 20m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$974Air Canada

Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 23

8:10 am - 4:48 pmMEL Melbourne-EWR Newark

24h 38m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl

12:00 pm - 12:35 pmEWR Newark-MEL Melbourne

33h 35m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$975Air Canada

Wed, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 16

11:45 am - 12:59 amMEL Melbourne-EWR Newark

28h 14m1 stop San Francisco

10:00 am - 10:30 amEWR Newark-MEL Melbourne

32h 30m1 stop San Francisco

$1,050United Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 8

11:45 am - 12:59 amMEL Melbourne-EWR Newark

28h 14m1 stop San Francisco

9:00 am - 10:30 amEWR Newark-MEL Melbourne

33h 30m1 stop San Francisco

$1,051United Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 8

10:45 pm - 6:59 amMEL Melbourne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 14m1 stop Los Angeles

9:00 am - 9:30 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEL Melbourne

32h 30m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,256Qantas Airways

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8

10:45 pm - 6:45 pmMEL Melbourne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

36h 00m1 stop Los Angeles

12:00 pm - 5:00 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEL Melbourne

25h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,265American Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15

10:45 pm - 2:59 pmMEL Melbourne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 14m1 stop Los Angeles

8:29 am - 5:00 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEL Melbourne

28h 31m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,265American Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15

9:45 am - 7:52 pmMEL Melbourne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 07m1 stop Los Angeles

2:46 pm - 5:00 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEL Melbourne

23h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,270Qantas Airways

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 31

10:45 pm - 7:37 amMEL Melbourne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 52m1 stop Los Angeles

9:59 am - 9:30 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEL Melbourne

31h 31m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,277Qantas Airways

Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 8

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6:30 am - 4:33 pmMEL Melbourne-EWR Newark

25h 03m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl

6:15 pm - 1:35 pmEWR Newark-MEL Melbourne

28h 20m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,273Air New Zealand

Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 27

7:30 am - 11:30 pmMEL Melbourne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

31h 00m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

2:00 am - 7:30 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEL Melbourne

38h 30m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

$1,379Philippine Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

11:00 am - 9:59 pmMEL Melbourne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 59m2 stops Los Angeles Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

3:35 pm - 8:50 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEL Melbourne

26h 15m1 stop Los Angeles

$1,533Delta

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14

11:00 am - 10:07 pmMEL Melbourne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

26h 07m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

4:25 pm - 8:50 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEL Melbourne

25h 25m2 stops Salt Lake City Los Angeles

$1,533Delta

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8:00 am - 7:52 pmMEL Melbourne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

50h 52m2 stops Brisbane Los Angeles

6:25 pm - 1:20 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEL Melbourne

27h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

$1,585Qantas Airways

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10:30 am - 4:45 pmMEL Melbourne-EWR Newark

21h 15m1 stop Los Angeles

2:45 pm - 9:15 amEWR Newark-MEL Melbourne

27h 30m1 stop San Francisco

$1,989United Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14

10:30 am - 7:25 pmMEL Melbourne-LGA New York LaGuardia

23h 55m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:45 pm - 8:30 amLGA New York LaGuardia-MEL Melbourne

25h 45m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles

$1,989United Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14

10:30 am - 7:31 pmMEL Melbourne-EWR Newark

24h 01m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl

5:00 pm - 9:15 amEWR Newark-MEL Melbourne

25h 15m1 stop San Francisco

$1,993United Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14

11:55 am - 6:49 pmMEL Melbourne-EWR Newark

21h 54m1 stop San Francisco

11:40 am - 9:15 amEWR Newark-MEL Melbourne

30h 35m1 stop San Francisco

$1,993United Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

2:35 pm - 9:30 pmMEL Melbourne-LGA New York LaGuardia

21h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

1:59 pm - 5:00 amLGA New York LaGuardia-MEL Melbourne

24h 01m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,083American Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12

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American Airlines

Nov 11

MEL10:45 pmMelbourne

32h 14m

1 stop

JFK2:59 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Nov 15

JFK8:29 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 31m

2 stops

MEL5:00 amMelbourne

$1,265

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Nov 11

MEL10:45 pmMelbourne

36h 00m

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JFK6:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Nov 15

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25h 00m

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MEL5:00 amMelbourne

$1,267

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Nov 11

MEL10:45 pmMelbourne

32h 14m

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JFK2:59 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Nov 15

JFK8:29 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 31m

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MEL5:00 amMelbourne

$1,269

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Air China

Oct 16

MEL8:40 pmMelbourne

41h 25m

1 stop

JFK11:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Oct 29

JFK2:05 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

47h 00m

1 stop

MEL4:05 pmMelbourne

$1,109

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Nov 15

MEL8:40 pmMelbourne

41h 30m

1 stop

JFK10:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Nov 29

JFK1:05 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

47h 00m

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MEL4:05 pmMelbourne

$1,117

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Oct 30

MEL8:40 pmMelbourne

41h 30m

1 stop

JFK11:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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JFK1:05 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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10:45 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop36h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

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$1,265

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10:45 pm-2:59 pm

1 stop32h 14m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/15

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2 stops28h 31m

$1,265

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MEL Melbourne - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

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Melbourne

Sat 10/17

9:45 am-7:52 pm

1 stop25h 07m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/31

2:46 pm-5:00 am

1 stop23h 14m

$1,270

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MEL Melbourne - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

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Mon 10/26

10:45 pm-7:37 am

1 stop23h 52m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/8

9:59 am-9:30 am

1 stop31h 31m

$1,277

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and New York?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,044 to $1,466.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $967.

What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The cheapest month to fly to New York from Melbourne Airport is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $918, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Melbourne Airport averaging around $984.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around $1,255 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York from Melbourne Airport for as low as $1,091 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to New York flights?

You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to New York flight.

How have Melbourne Airport to New York flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2026, prices for Melbourne Airport to New York flights are approximately 9% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$619
Fastest flight time	22h 44m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to New York from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $619. The best round-trip flight deal from Melbourne Airport to New York found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $967.

The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to New York takes 22h 44m

There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to New York. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne Airport to New York.

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How far is Melbourne to New York by plane?
A flight from Melbourne to New York will travel around 10357.1 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 22h 44m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York?
Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York?
As of October 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to New York?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to New York.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?
The required travel and health documents for your New York trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to New York?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Melbourne Airport to New York is United Airlines (49% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Qantas Airways (30%) and Delta (21%).

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $884	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,283 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,031	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,102 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
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