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$555+ Cheap flights to Australia

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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 May 13, 2026.

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Sun 5/244:00 pm
LGA
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SYD
2 stops25h 20m
Air Canada
Sun 6/79:20 am
SYD
-
LGA
2 stops36h 41m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/10$1,082
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Thu 5/145:00 pm
EWR
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MEL
1 stop25h 15m
United Airlines
Wed 5/2710:55 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop24h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,083
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Sun 5/104:00 pm
EWR
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MEL
1 stop26h 15m
United Airlines
Wed 5/2010:55 am
MEL
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EWR
1 stop21h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/9$1,084
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Fri 5/154:00 pm
EWR
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MEL
1 stop26h 15m
United Airlines
Thu 5/2810:55 am
MEL
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EWR
1 stop24h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,086
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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.
Wed 8/126:45 pm
EWR
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MEL
1 stop22h 45m
United Airlines
Sat 8/2210:55 am
MEL
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EWR
1 stop22h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/10$1,087
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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.
Mon 5/113:50 pm
EWR
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MEL
1 stop25h 40m
United Airlines
Sun 5/2410:55 am
MEL
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EWR
1 stop23h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/10$1,088

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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 May 13, 2026.

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$1,082

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$555

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Cheapest round-trip

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Sun 8/2

8:15 am-8:15 am

1 stop34h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 8/11

10:55 am-7:04 pm

1 stop22h 09m

$1,094

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Sat 5/23

5:00 pm-8:15 am

1 stop25h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 6/20

10:55 am-6:58 pm

1 stop22h 03m

$1,094

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Thu 6/4

4:00 pm-8:15 am

2 stops26h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 6/22

10:55 am-1:04 am

2 stops28h 09m

$1,098

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Mon 6/8

3:40 pm-7:30 am

2 stops25h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 6/17

9:30 am-6:59 pm

1 stop23h 29m

$1,098

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 7/26

4:20 pm-6:50 am

1 stop24h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 8/4

9:15 am-6:30 pm

1 stop23h 15m

$1,161

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Mon 6/1

3:41 pm-7:30 am

2 stops25h 49m

Melbourne

Sun 6/21

9:30 am-5:15 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$1,161

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Tue 6/2

2:45 pm-6:55 am

1 stop26h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/14

10:20 am-1:10 am

1 stop28h 50m

$1,161

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/2

2:20 pm-6:50 am

1 stop26h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/12

9:15 am-10:09 pm

2 stops26h 54m

$1,166

New YorkSydney

JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/29

4:27 pm-6:50 am

2 stops24h 23m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 8/17

9:15 am-8:09 pm

2 stops24h 54m

$1,166

New YorkBrisbane

LGA - BNE

LGABNE

New York LaGuardia

Mon 5/25

4:40 pm-7:05 am

2 stops24h 25m

Brisbane

Sun 6/14

10:00 am-8:01 am

2 stops36h 01m

$1,257

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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

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

The best time to book flights to Australia is 53 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.

How long is the flight to Australia?

On average, a flight from New York to Australia takes 30 hours 26 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.

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 Frontier, Delta and Air Canada.

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).

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 May 13, 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 May 13, 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
7.9
Good
8,450 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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
7.9
Good
8,450 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,450 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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
1,037 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,450 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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
9,709 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,450 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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
11,661 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,450 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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
11,028 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,450 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

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?

    Melbourne Avalon is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Australia. One-way flights to Melbourne Avalon typically cost $35, while round-trip flights cost around $47.

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

    A round-trip flight to Australia will typically cost around $145, however they can be found for as little as $47.

  • 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 35 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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