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$518+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Melbourne

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 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — MEL
Apr 18 — Apr 251
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Cheapest flights from New York to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 19, 2026.

This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/296:00 pm
EWR
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MEL
2 stops27h 05m
Air Canada
Wed 5/66:00 am
MEL
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EWR
2 stops29h 02m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/15$973
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Sun 5/106:05 pm
EWR
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MEL
2 stops27h 00m
Air Canada
Wed 5/206:00 am
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops29h 02m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/16$990
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/56:05 pm
EWR
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MEL
2 stops27h 30m
Air Canada
Tue 5/126:00 am
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops29h 02m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/17$1,004
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Tue 4/216:00 pm
EWR
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MEL
2 stops27h 35m
Air Canada
Wed 5/66:00 am
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops29h 02m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/16$1,007
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/76:05 pm
EWR
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MEL
2 stops27h 30m
Air Canada
Wed 5/206:00 am
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops24h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/16$1,008
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/46:05 pm
EWR
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AVV
2 stops30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/178:40 pm
AVV
-
EWR
2 stops34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/15$1,012
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 5/186:05 pm
EWR
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MEL
2 stops27h 15m
Air Canada
Mon 5/258:40 pm
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops34h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 3/16$1,014
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/256:00 pm
EWR
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AVV
2 stops32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/268:40 pm
AVV
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EWR
2 stops38h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14$1,026
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/76:05 pm
EWR
-
AVV
2 stops30h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/208:40 pm
AVV
-
EWR
2 stops34h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$1,030
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/66:05 pm
EWR
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AVV
2 stops36h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/178:55 pm
AVV
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EWR
3 stops39h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$1,050
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/39:45 am
JFK
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AVV
3 stops42h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/176:00 am
AVV
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JFK
3 stops50h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,073
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/233:50 pm
JFK
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AVV
3 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/18:55 pm
AVV
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JFK
3 stops56h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$1,074

Find flight deals from New York to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 March 19, 2026.

Round-trip from

$973
(lol.travel)

One-way from

$518
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,250
From New York (NYC) to Melbourne
One-way flight from New York (NYC) to Melbourne
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($87 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 March 19, 2026.
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Cheapest round-trip

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - AVV

EWRAVV

Newark

Wed 5/6

6:05 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops36h 15m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 5/17

8:55 pm-10:33 pm

3 stops39h 38m

$1,050

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - AVV

EWRAVV

Newark

Fri 4/10

6:00 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops30h 20m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 5/13

8:40 pm-9:02 pm

2 stops38h 22m

$1,074

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - AVV

JFKAVV

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/13

10:40 am-2:10 pm

3 stops37h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 9/19

8:55 pm-10:00 am

3 stops51h 05m

$1,121

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - AVV

EWRAVV

Newark

Sat 4/11

6:00 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops30h 20m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 4/18

8:55 pm-8:59 pm

3 stops38h 04m

$1,286

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - AVV

EWRAVV

Newark

Sun 4/12

2:30 pm-2:10 pm

3 stops33h 40m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 4/19

8:55 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops33h 35m

$1,293

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Wed 4/29

6:00 pm-11:05 am

2 stops27h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 5/3

8:45 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops33h 55m

$1,310

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Sun 5/10

2:50 pm-8:15 am

2 stops27h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 5/20

9:30 am-6:43 pm

2 stops23h 13m

$1,317

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Thu 5/7

1:30 pm-8:15 am

1 stop28h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 5/20

10:55 am-6:50 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$1,326

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - AVV

JFKAVV

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/4

10:40 am-2:10 pm

3 stops37h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 5/31

8:55 pm-10:48 pm

3 stops39h 53m

$1,328

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Sat 5/9

1:30 pm-8:15 am

1 stop28h 45m

Melbourne

Fri 5/22

9:30 am-7:45 pm

1 stop24h 15m

$1,333

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Melbourne

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Melbourne, you should look to book at least 88 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.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Melbourne (average of $166). Flying from New York to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,214). 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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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 March 19, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from New York to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

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.

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne?

    Airlines like Air Canada, United Airlines, and Delta fly from New York to Melbourne in about 24h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 05m. The distance between New York and Melbourne is about 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 to Melbourne round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New York to Melbourne round-trip from $768. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,100, and Qantas Airways, from $1,108. Delta is priced at 47% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $573. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from New York to Melbourne for a low price.

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

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York to Melbourne?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Los Angeles?

    Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live are the most popular attractions in Los Angeles if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live are located about 12.4 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.9 mi, respectively from Los Angeles Los Angeles. Those landing in Los Angeles looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $43 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York to Melbourne flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 to Melbourne?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Melbourne (average of $166). Flying from New York to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of $1,214). 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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Alternative routes for New York to Melbourne

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Top 6 airlines flying from New York to Melbourne

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 March 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$768Average$1,440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$1,100Average$1,639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,108Average$1,482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,136Average$1,529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Cathay PacificCheapest$1,199Average$1,404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,334Average$1,618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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