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

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

What airlines fly to Melbourne?

Qantas Airways, United Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from New York according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Melbourne?

Average flight duration from New York to Melbourne depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Newark to Melbourne Airport is 23h 31m on average, while flying from New York to Melbourne Airport is 25h 49m on average. Melbourne Airport is the most popular airport in Melbourne.

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

Prices for flights from New York to Melbourne were last updated today.

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

There are 6 operators available for flights from New York to Melbourne as of March 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Melbourne.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$456 Cheap Flights from New York to Melbourne in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,150 to $1,386. The lowest price recently found on this route was $950.

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6:05 pm - 11:35 am

EWR

MEL

27h 30m

2 stops

7:40 pm - 4:40 pm

MEL

EWR

35h 00m

2 stops

$950Air Canada

Sun, May 3 - Sat, May 16

2:30 pm - 11:05 am

EWR

MEL

30h 35m

3 stops

7:40 pm - 4:40 pm

MEL

EWR

35h 00m

2 stops

$957Air Canada

Sun, May 3 - Sat, May 16

6:05 pm - 11:05 am

EWR

MEL

27h 00m

2 stops

7:40 pm - 4:40 pm

MEL

EWR

35h 00m

2 stops

$987Air Canada

Sun, May 3 - Sat, May 16

6:05 pm - 2:20 pm

EWR

AVV

30h 15m

2 stops

8:40 pm - 9:02 pm

AVV

EWR

38h 22m

2 stops

$993Multiple Airlines

Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12

2:40 pm - 6:00 am

JFK

MEL

24h 20m

1 stop

9:45 am - 9:00 pm

MEL

JFK

25h 15m

1 stop

$1,130Qantas Airways

Fri, Apr 3 - Sat, Apr 18

4:15 pm - 6:45 am

JFK

MEL

24h 30m

1 stop

9:45 am - 9:00 pm

MEL

JFK

25h 15m

1 stop

$1,138Qantas Airways

Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, Apr 30

10:00 am - 11:15 am

JFK

MEL

35h 15m

1 stop

3:25 pm - 8:35 pm

MEL

JFK

44h 10m

1 stop

$1,149Cathay Pacific

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Oct 14

3:21 pm - 8:15 am

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MEL

26h 54m

2 stops

9:30 am - 8:57 pm

MEL

LGA

25h 27m

2 stops

$1,209United Airlines

Sun, May 10 - Wed, May 20

12:25 pm - 7:30 am

LGA

MEL

29h 05m

2 stops

9:30 am - 9:53 pm

MEL

LGA

26h 23m

2 stops

$1,224United Airlines

Wed, May 13 - Sun, May 17

8:00 pm - 7:50 am

LGA

MEL

45h 50m

2 stops

10:00 am - 10:42 pm

MEL

LGA

26h 42m

2 stops

$1,232Delta

Tue, Apr 21 - Wed, May 6

Delta flights from New York to Melbourne

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Apr 22

JFK3:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

26h 40m

1 stop

MEL7:50 amMelbourne

May 3

MEL10:00 amMelbourne

22h 07m

1 stop

JFK6:07 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,227

Delta

Mar 11

EWR12:59 pmNewark

27h 01m

2 stops

MEL7:00 amMelbourne

Mar 18

MEL9:10 amMelbourne

23h 07m

2 stops

EWR5:17 pmNewark

$1,232

Delta

Mar 15

JFK6:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

45h 30m

1 stop

MEL7:00 amMelbourne

Mar 22

MEL9:10 amMelbourne

29h 42m

1 stop

JFK11:52 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,238

Air Canada flights from New York to Melbourne

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Air Canada

May 3

EWR6:05 pmNewark

27h 30m

2 stops

MEL11:35 amMelbourne

May 16

MEL7:40 pmMelbourne

35h 00m

2 stops

EWR4:40 pmNewark

$950

Air Canada

May 3

EWR2:30 pmNewark

30h 35m

3 stops

MEL11:05 amMelbourne

May 16

MEL7:40 pmMelbourne

35h 00m

2 stops

EWR4:40 pmNewark

$957

Air Canada

May 3

EWR6:05 pmNewark

27h 00m

2 stops

MEL11:05 amMelbourne

May 16

MEL7:40 pmMelbourne

35h 00m

2 stops

EWR4:40 pmNewark

$987

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6:05 pm-11:35 am

2 stops27h 30m

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Sat 5/16

7:40 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops35h 00m

$950

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EWRMEL

Newark

Sun 5/3

2:30 pm-11:05 am

3 stops30h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 5/16

7:40 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops35h 00m

$957

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Sun 5/3

6:05 pm-11:05 am

2 stops27h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 5/16

7:40 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops35h 00m

$987

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - AVV

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Newark

Tue 5/5

6:05 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops30h 15m

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Tue 5/12

8:40 pm-9:02 pm

2 stops38h 22m

$993

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JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 4/3

2:40 pm-6:00 am

1 stop24h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 4/18

9:45 am-9:00 pm

1 stop25h 15m

$1,130

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/23

4:15 pm-6:45 am

1 stop24h 30m

Melbourne

Thu 4/30

9:45 am-9:00 pm

1 stop25h 15m

$1,138

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 8/19

10:00 am-11:15 am

1 stop35h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 10/14

3:25 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop44h 10m

$1,149

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Sun 5/10

3:21 pm-8:15 am

2 stops26h 54m

Melbourne

Wed 5/20

9:30 am-8:57 pm

2 stops25h 27m

$1,209

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Wed 5/13

12:25 pm-7:30 am

2 stops29h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 5/17

9:30 am-9:53 pm

2 stops26h 23m

$1,224

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/21

8:00 pm-7:50 am

2 stops45h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 5/6

10:00 am-10:42 pm

2 stops26h 42m

$1,232

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,214. The month of April is another great option to travel to Melbourne, with average flight prices from New York averaging around $1,224.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $1,462 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from New York for as low as $1,249 on momondo.

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How far is New York to Melbourne by plane?
The distance between New York and Melbourne is about 10353.5 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 23h 31m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from New York to Melbourne were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Melbourne?
There are 6 operators available for flights from New York to Melbourne as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Melbourne?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom $768	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,277 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,100	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,413 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,108	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,003 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,136	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,418 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,199	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,202 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,314	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,743 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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