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$545+ Cheap flights from Melbourne to New York, NY (NYC)

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NYC
Apr 18 — Apr 251
Sat 4/18
Sat 4/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 19, 2026.

This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/89:30 am
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops25h 27m
United Airlines
Sat 5/302:51 pm
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops27h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/15$875
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1210:55 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop24h 40m
United Airlines
Wed 6/34:00 pm
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop25h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/16$875
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3010:55 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop24h 40m
United Airlines
Thu 5/711:30 am
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop30h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/16$876
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/410:55 am
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops36h 51m
United Airlines
Wed 5/273:38 pm
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops26h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/14$881
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/510:55 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 08m
United Airlines
Mon 5/256:30 pm
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop23h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/14$881
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2910:00 am
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops24h 14m
Delta
Wed 5/132:59 pm
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops26h 51m
Delta
Deal found 3/16$882
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1710:00 am
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops34h 00m
Delta
Thu 4/308:17 pm
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops45h 33m
Delta
Deal found 3/15$882
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1710:00 am
MEL
-
JFK
2 stops27h 59m
Delta
Wed 4/2910:00 am
JFK
-
MEL
2 stops31h 50m
Delta
Deal found 3/15$882
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/179:30 am
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops23h 48m
United Airlines
Fri 5/11:10 pm
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops28h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/15$883
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/179:30 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 23m
United Airlines
Fri 5/16:30 pm
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop23h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/15$883
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1710:00 am
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops27h 44m
Delta
Thu 4/308:35 pm
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops45h 15m
Delta
Deal found 3/16$884
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1710:00 am
MEL
-
JFK
2 stops25h 15m
Delta
Thu 4/308:00 pm
JFK
-
MEL
1 stop45h 50m
Delta
Deal found 3/16$884

Find flight deals from Melbourne to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to New York (NYC). 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

$875
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$545
(Jettzy)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,079
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to New York 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.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to New York that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Thu 4/30

10:55 am-9:46 am

2 stops36h 51m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 5/7

2:20 pm-8:15 am

2 stops27h 55m

$875

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Tue 5/12

10:55 am-11:24 pm

2 stops26h 29m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 6/4

2:00 pm-8:15 am

2 stops28h 15m

$875

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Tue 4/21

10:55 am-9:29 pm

2 stops24h 34m

Newark

Wed 4/29

1:00 pm-8:15 am

1 stop29h 15m

$875

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Tue 5/12

10:55 am-11:59 pm

2 stops27h 04m

Newark

Thu 6/4

4:00 pm-8:15 am

1 stop26h 15m

$875

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Mon 5/4

10:55 am-7:06 pm

2 stops46h 11m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/26

9:10 am-8:15 am

2 stops33h 05m

$881

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 5/6

10:55 am-9:53 pm

2 stops24h 58m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 5/24

8:05 am-8:15 am

2 stops34h 10m

$881

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Thu 5/7

10:55 am-9:35 pm

1 stop24h 40m

Newark

Mon 5/25

6:30 pm-7:30 am

1 stop23h 00m

$881
Quickest round-trip

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Sun 5/3

9:30 am-4:44 pm

1 stop21h 14m

Newark

Thu 5/28

6:00 pm-8:15 am

1 stop24h 15m

$881

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 4/29

10:00 am-8:30 pm

2 stops24h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/6

5:45 pm-7:50 am

1 stop24h 05m

$882

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Sun 4/19

9:30 am-5:13 am

1 stop33h 43m

Newark

Sat 5/2

6:00 pm-8:15 am

1 stop24h 15m

$886

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to New York

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

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

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to New York is 68 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 Melbourne to New York?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New York (average of $371). Flying from Melbourne to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $876). 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 New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated March 19, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qantas Airways,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Melbourne to New York. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,006 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,006 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,006 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,434 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,006 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,469 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,006 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.

Related info for your journey

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne to New York in 24h 30m. Fly via United Airlines or Delta to get the fastest option. Melbourne and New York are separated by a distance of 10367 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to New York round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to New York, with prices starting at $894. Another option worth looking into is Qantas Airways, starting at $988 round trip. These flights start at 26% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Melbourne to New York consider Melbourne - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Melbourne - Newark or Melbourne - New York LaGuardia as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New York (average of $371). Flying from Melbourne to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $876). 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 Melbourne to New York

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Top 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to New York

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to New York. 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
United AirlinesCheapest$894Average$1,318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$988Average$1,669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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