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

Qantas Airways and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Melbourne

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 New York to Melbourne Airport is 24h 47m on average, while flying from Newark to Melbourne Airport is 26h 05m on average. Melbourne Airport is the most popular airport in Melbourne.

What airlines fly to Melbourne?

United Airlines, Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne from New York according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Melbourne. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Melbourne on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 8 operators available for flights from New York to Melbourne as of October 2025.

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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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 $1,321 to $1,746. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,150.

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5:15 pm - 8:20 amJFK-MEL

23h 05m1 stop

12:00 pm - 11:49 pmMEL-JFK

27h 49m1 stop

$1,150Qantas Airways

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Mon, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 8

5:38 pm - 9:30 amJFK-MEL

23h 52m1 stop

9:20 am - 2:25 pmMEL-JFK

21h 05m1 stop

$1,164Qantas Airways

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Mon, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 24

9:45 am - 11:35 amJFK-MEL

35h 50m3 stops

6:00 am - 10:45 pmMEL-JFK

30h 45m3 stops

$1,289Air Canada

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Sat, Apr 11 - Sat, Apr 18

3:30 pm - 11:05 amLGA-MEL

29h 35m3 stops

6:00 am - 8:05 amMEL-LGA

40h 05m3 stops

$1,289Air Canada

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5:25 pm - 9:30 amJFK-MEL

24h 05m1 stop

4:05 pm - 9:29 pmMEL-JFK

21h 24m1 stop

$1,338American Airlines

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10:00 am - 10:00 amEWR-MEL

32h 00m2 stops

1:00 pm - 11:13 pmMEL-EWR

26h 13m1 stop

$1,361United Airlines

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Sun, Dec 7 - Sat, Dec 27

3:29 pm - 10:00 amEWR-MEL

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1:00 pm - 11:13 pmMEL-EWR

26h 13m1 stop

$1,362United Airlines

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Sun, Dec 7 - Sat, Dec 27

8:05 am - 5:00 amEWR-MEL

28h 55m1 stop

4:05 pm - 11:41 pmMEL-EWR

23h 36m1 stop

$1,365American Airlines

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6:50 pm - 12:00 pmLGA-MEL

27h 10m2 stops

1:30 pm - 11:29 pmMEL-LGA

23h 59m2 stops

$1,404Fiji Airways

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5:13 pm - 12:45 pmLGA-MEL

27h 32m2 stops

2:30 pm - 11:44 pmMEL-LGA

25h 14m2 stops

$1,508Fiji Airways

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United Airlines flights from New York to Melbourne

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United Airlines

Dec 7

EWR10:00 amNewark

32h 00m

2 stops

MEL10:00 amMelbourne

Dec 27

MEL1:00 pmMelbourne

26h 13m

1 stop

EWR11:13 pmNewark

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United Airlines

Dec 7

EWR3:29 pmNewark

26h 31m

2 stops

MEL10:00 amMelbourne

Dec 27

MEL1:00 pmMelbourne

26h 13m

1 stop

EWR11:13 pmNewark

$1,362

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United Airlines

Dec 5

EWR5:00 pmNewark

24h 30m

1 stop

MEL9:30 amMelbourne

Dec 18

MEL11:30 amMelbourne

21h 20m

1 stop

EWR4:50 pmNewark

$1,384

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Qantas Airways flights from New York to Melbourne

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Qantas Airways

Nov 24

JFK5:15 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 05m

1 stop

MEL8:20 amMelbourne

Dec 8

MEL12:00 pmMelbourne

27h 49m

1 stop

JFK11:49 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,150

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Qantas Airways

Nov 17

JFK5:38 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 52m

1 stop

MEL9:30 amMelbourne

Nov 24

MEL9:20 amMelbourne

21h 05m

1 stop

JFK2:25 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,164

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Qantas Airways

Nov 28

JFK5:15 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 05m

1 stop

MEL8:20 amMelbourne

Dec 5

MEL12:00 pmMelbourne

27h 49m

1 stop

JFK11:49 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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5:15 pm-8:20 am

1 stop23h 05m

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1 stop27h 49m

$1,150

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JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/17

5:38 pm-9:30 am

1 stop23h 52m

Melbourne

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9:20 am-2:25 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$1,164

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JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/11

9:45 am-11:35 am

3 stops35h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 4/18

6:00 am-10:45 pm

3 stops30h 45m

$1,289

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Sat 4/11

3:30 pm-11:05 am

3 stops29h 35m

Melbourne

Sat 4/18

6:00 am-8:05 am

3 stops40h 05m

$1,289

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 12/7

5:25 pm-9:30 am

1 stop24h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 12/27

4:05 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop21h 24m

$1,338

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Sun 12/7

10:00 am-10:00 am

2 stops32h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 12/27

1:00 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop26h 13m

$1,361

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Sun 12/7

3:29 pm-10:00 am

2 stops26h 31m

Melbourne

Sat 12/27

1:00 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop26h 13m

$1,362

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Fri 12/5

8:05 am-5:00 am

1 stop28h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 12/27

4:05 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop23h 36m

$1,365

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Sat 4/11

6:50 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 4/18

1:30 pm-11:29 pm

2 stops23h 59m

$1,404

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Sat 1/17

5:13 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops27h 32m

Melbourne

Sat 1/31

2:30 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops25h 14m

$1,508

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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 $1,369. The month of April is another great option to travel to Melbourne, with average flight prices from New York averaging around $1,392.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne from New York is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as $1,630. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Saturday is $1,882.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne is in the afternoon. Flights from New York to Melbourne during this time can be as low as $1,683. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $1,967. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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 $1,603 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 $1,110 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 05m.
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 8 operators available for flights from New York to Melbourne as of October 2025.
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.

Best airlines flying from New York to Melbourne

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $267	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,977 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $744	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,977 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $983	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,298 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,251	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 916 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,268	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,649 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,341	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,044 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,378	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,023 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $1,497	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 514 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights

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