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$507+ Cheap flights to Australia

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Jul 22 — Jul 291
Wed 7/22
Wed 7/29
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Flights to Australia in 2026

Cheapest flights to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Australia. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on June 22, 2026.

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Sun 7/56:05 pm
EWR
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SYD
1 stop23h 15m
Air Canada
Sun 7/199:20 am
SYD
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EWR
1 stop21h 13m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/20$1,062
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Sat 6/207:00 am
EWR
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MEL
1 stop35h 15m
United Airlines
Fri 7/310:55 am
MEL
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EWR
1 stop22h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/19$1,065
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Fri 7/32:40 pm
JFK
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MEL
1 stop26h 05m
American Airlines
Tue 7/219:45 am
MEL
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JFK
1 stop24h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/18$1,070
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Wed 9/162:58 pm
LGA
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MEL
1 stop24h 02m
American Airlines
Wed 9/231:35 pm
MEL
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LGA
1 stop21h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/18$1,070
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Thu 10/2211:00 am
JFK
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MEL
1 stop28h 45m
American Airlines
Mon 11/211:15 pm
MEL
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JFK
1 stop23h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/17$1,072
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Sat 6/2010:15 am
LGA
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MEL
2 stops32h 00m
United Airlines
Fri 7/39:30 am
MEL
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LGA
2 stops24h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18$1,074

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Find the latest flights to Australia in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on June 22, 2026.

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$528

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Locate flights to Australia that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on June 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Australia that are best for you.

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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Fri 7/3

3:25 pm-8:15 am

2 stops26h 50m

Melbourne

Tue 7/21

10:55 am-9:11 am

2 stops36h 16m

$1,081

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Sat 8/8

11:50 am-8:15 am

1 stop30h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 8/19

9:30 am-9:45 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$1,090

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Fri 7/3

12:00 pm-7:30 am

1 stop29h 30m

Melbourne

Fri 7/10

9:30 am-7:30 pm

1 stop24h 00m

$1,091

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 7/26

4:05 pm-6:50 am

1 stop24h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/3

9:15 am-9:48 pm

1 stop26h 33m

$1,188

New YorkSydney

LGA - SYD

LGASYD

New York LaGuardia

Sun 8/16

3:29 pm-7:00 am

2 stops25h 31m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 8/25

10:20 am-6:45 pm

2 stops22h 25m

$1,192

New YorkSydney

LGA - SYD

LGASYD

New York LaGuardia

Wed 8/5

1:59 pm-6:50 am

2 stops26h 51m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/12

9:15 am-8:30 pm

2 stops25h 15m

$1,193

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Tue 8/4

1:20 pm-8:15 am

1 stop28h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 8/11

10:55 am-8:09 pm

1 stop23h 14m

$1,200

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/13

7:20 pm-7:50 am

2 stops46h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 8/23

10:00 am-9:25 pm

2 stops25h 25m

$1,229
Quickest round-trip

NewarkBrisbane

EWR - BNE

EWRBNE

Newark

Wed 8/19

6:05 pm-7:05 am

1 stop23h 00m

Brisbane

Fri 8/28

10:00 am-4:33 pm

1 stop20h 33m

$1,252

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/25

8:30 pm-7:50 am

2 stops45h 20m

Melbourne

Fri 9/4

10:00 am-10:27 pm

2 stops26h 27m

$1,262

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Best time to book a flight to Australia

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Australia

How long is the flight to Australia?

On average, a flight from New York to Australia takes 32 hours 2 minutes. Flights to Australia from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Australia

The most flights from New York to Australia are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Australia?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Australia are Qantas Airways, United Airlines and Air Canada.

Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $447
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $223
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $198
Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways
From $377

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Australia?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Australia are Delta, Air Canada and ANA.

Rainfall in Australia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Australia ranges from 2.0 - 5.1 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. September is typically the driest time to visit Australia when rainfall is around 2.0 in.

Temperature in Australia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Australia, 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 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

When is the best time to book a flight to Australia?

The best time to book flights to Australia is 79 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 are the most popular places to fly to in Australia?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Australia in the last few years. This data was updated on June 22, 2026.
The most popular places in Australia to fly to are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Cairns.

Reviews of airlines servicing Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated June 22, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines to Australia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,422 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Delta
7.8
Good
8,422 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,422 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,048 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,422 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,874 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,422 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,737 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,422 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,238 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,422 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

FAQs about flying to Australia

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Australia if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Australia on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Australia?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Alaska Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Australia.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Australia?

    Adelaide is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Australia. One-way flights to Adelaide typically cost $32, while round-trip flights cost around $55.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Australia?

    A round-trip flight to Australia will typically cost around $141, however they can be found for as little as $85.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Australia depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Australia, Honolulu offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 40 minutes).

  • Does Sydney Kingsford Smith have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Sydney Kingsford Smith can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

    Yes. Sydney Kingsford Smith has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel is the closest property to Sydney Kingsford Smith (0.0 mi away from Sydney Kingsford Smith).

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