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$535+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Australia

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — SYD
Jul 20 — Jul 271
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Cheapest flights from New York to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 20, 2026.

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
-
MEL
1 stop35h 15m
United Airlines
Fri 7/310:55 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop22h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/19$1,065
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/32:40 pm
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop26h 05m
American Airlines
Tue 7/219:45 am
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop24h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/18$1,070
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/162:58 pm
LGA
-
MEL
1 stop24h 02m
American Airlines
Wed 9/231:35 pm
MEL
-
LGA
1 stop21h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/18$1,070
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2211:00 am
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop28h 45m
American Airlines
Mon 11/211:15 pm
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop23h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/17$1,072
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 6/2010:15 am
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops32h 00m
United Airlines
Fri 7/39:30 am
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops24h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18$1,074
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Tue 6/236:00 pm
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop24h 15m
United Airlines
Tue 7/1410:55 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop22h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18$1,078
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Tue 6/2311:20 am
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops30h 55m
United Airlines
Tue 7/1410:55 am
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops26h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18$1,078
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 6/229:00 am
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop32h 30m
United Airlines
Sun 7/59:30 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop29h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18$1,080
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/203:50 pm
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop24h 55m
American Airlines
Sat 7/49:45 am
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop24h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/19$1,080
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Tue 8/45:00 pm
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop25h 15m
United Airlines
Sat 8/2910:55 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18$1,081
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 7/112:29 pm
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops29h 46m
United Airlines
Tue 7/2110:55 am
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops36h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18$1,081
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/72:10 pm
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops26h 35m
American Airlines
Sun 8/169:45 am
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops24h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/15$1,084

Find flight deals from New York to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated June 20, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,070
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$535
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,287

Good round-trip deal

$1,556 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-Sydney Kingsford Smith flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for New York (NYC)-Sydney Kingsford Smith flights.
From New York (NYC) to Australia
One-way flight from New York (NYC) to Australia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($201 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($55 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York (NYC) to Australia.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Australia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Australia that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Fri 8/14

5:00 pm-8:15 am

1 stop25h 15m

Melbourne

Mon 8/24

10:55 am-11:49 pm

1 stop26h 54m

$1,090
Quickest round-trip

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Wed 7/1

5:30 pm-7:30 am

1 stop24h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 7/29

9:30 am-7:33 pm

2 stops24h 03m

$1,095

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Wed 7/1

6:45 pm-7:30 am

1 stop22h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 7/31

9:30 am-9:29 pm

2 stops25h 59m

$1,095

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Wed 7/1

2:28 pm-7:30 am

2 stops27h 02m

Melbourne

Fri 7/31

9:30 am-7:22 pm

2 stops23h 52m

$1,096

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

$1,102

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Thu 10/22

7:00 pm-8:50 am

2 stops46h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 11/2

12:00 pm-11:41 pm

2 stops27h 41m

$1,103

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/1

8:25 pm-7:50 am

1 stop45h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 9/23

10:00 am-8:04 pm

2 stops24h 04m

$1,109

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Fri 7/3

4:00 pm-8:15 am

2 stops26h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 7/18

6:00 am-4:45 pm

2 stops24h 45m

$1,115

NewarkSydney

EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Sun 8/9

5:30 pm-7:00 am

1 stop23h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 8/25

10:20 am-7:06 am

1 stop34h 46m

$1,148

New YorkSydney

LGA - SYD

LGASYD

New York LaGuardia

Mon 8/3

3:38 pm-7:00 am

2 stops25h 22m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/16

9:30 am-7:25 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$1,163

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Australia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Australia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Australia?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Australia (average of $177). Flying from New York to Australia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $2,313). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 20, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New York to Australia as you normally would.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Australia?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Australia, you should look to book at least 79 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 20, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from New York 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.

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Australia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from New York to Australia?

    A quick flight from New York to Australia can take about 25h 15m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,090. The distance between New York and Australia is about 10347 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Australia one-way?

    $497 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air Canada. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and ANA, with prices starting from $573 and $581, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Australia?

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Australia?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $1,248. While the most popular route (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Sydney Kingsford Smith) can be booked for $985 on average, our data indicates $1,581 when flying from New York to Australia.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Australia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Australia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to Australia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Australia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Australia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Australia?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Australia (average of $177). Flying from New York to Australia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $2,313). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from New York to Australia

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New York to Australia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$850Average$1,474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$864Average$1,299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
ANACheapest$927Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
American AirlinesCheapest$962Average$1,248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$964Average$1,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$973Average$1,558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,093Average$1,516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,158Average$1,821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,269Average$1,573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$2,143Average$2,312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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