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$418+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Melbourne

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JFK — MEL
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/185:15 pm
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop23h 05m
Qantas Airways
Wed 2/259:20 am
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop21h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/28$1,018
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/37:20 pm
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop23h 00m
Qantas Airways
Sat 5/2311:55 pm
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop30h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/28$1,037
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/267:20 pm
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop23h 00m
Qantas Airways
Sat 8/2211:55 pm
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop30h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/28$1,039
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/53:15 pm
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop26h 15m
Qantas Airways
Sun 3/229:20 am
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop21h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/28$1,049
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/86:15 pm
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop23h 05m
Qantas Airways
Thu 3/1912:00 pm
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop23h 36m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/28$1,054
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/174:30 pm
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop44h 30m
Qantas Airways
Wed 3/49:20 am
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop21h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/28$1,063
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/143:30 pm
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop27h 00m
Qantas Airways
Sat 3/2111:55 pm
MEL
-
JFK
1 stop30h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/28$1,069
This ANA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 ANA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/312:00 am
JFK
-
MEL
2 stops45h 35m
ANA
Tue 6/98:00 am
MEL
-
JFK
2 stops41h 00m
ANA
Deal found 1/27$1,073
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2710:40 am
JFK
-
AVV
3 stops39h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/78:55 pm
AVV
-
JFK
3 stops51h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,133
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/165:15 pm
JFK
-
AVV
2 stops38h 00m
Qantas Airways
Mon 2/236:00 am
AVV
-
JFK
2 stops24h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/26$1,196
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/255:15 pm
JFK
-
AVV
2 stops46h 20m
Qantas Airways
Wed 3/46:00 am
AVV
-
JFK
2 stops24h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/27$1,199
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/37:20 pm
JFK
-
AVV
2 stops30h 45m
Qantas Airways
Sat 5/232:55 pm
AVV
-
JFK
2 stops39h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/28$1,200

Find flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to Melbourne (ME1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,018
(Expedia)

One-way from

$418
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,672
From New York John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne
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Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne that are best for you.

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New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/15

6:45 pm-7:00 am

2 stops45h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 3/22

9:10 am-10:03 pm

2 stops27h 53m

$1,117

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/11

7:20 pm-8:20 am

1 stop23h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 5/25

9:25 am-4:20 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$1,145

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/11

5:15 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops29h 50m

Melbourne

Mon 2/16

6:45 am-2:25 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$1,170

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/10

7:20 pm-11:40 am

2 stops26h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 5/20

6:35 am-4:20 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$1,177

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/1

7:20 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop29h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 4/8

9:25 am-4:20 pm

1 stop20h 55m

$1,184

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/18

5:15 pm-8:20 am

1 stop23h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 2/27

12:00 pm-6:38 pm

1 stop22h 38m

$1,189

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - AVV

JFKAVV

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/15

6:15 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops35h 05m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 3/22

6:00 am-3:25 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$1,196

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - AVV

JFKAVV

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/25

5:15 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops38h 00m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 3/4

6:00 am-2:25 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$1,196

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - AVV

JFKAVV

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/16

5:15 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops38h 00m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 2/23

6:00 am-2:25 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$1,196

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/18

5:15 pm-11:40 am

2 stops26h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 3/4

6:00 am-2:25 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$1,199

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How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The best time to book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne is 25 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 is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne (average of $240). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,454). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne?

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Cathay Pacific, and Qantas Airways from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,148 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
981 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,727 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,206 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne?

    Delta and Qantas Airways can get you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne in just under 23h. Your travel time can differ by up to 22h 15m. New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Melbourne are separated by a distance of 10367 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 flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne round-trip?

    Delta, at $362, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qantas Airways and American Airlines. These flights start at 75% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne are American Airlines ($573), Qantas Airways ($719), and Air New Zealand ($844).

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne 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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne (average of $240). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,454). 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 5 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Melbourne. 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$362Average$1,440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,108Average$1,555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,136Average$1,529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,199Average$1,508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,268Average$1,496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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