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$492+ 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 5/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NYC
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
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 January 29, 2026.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/410:10 am
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops23h 19m
Delta
Wed 2/1111:54 am
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops28h 06m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$810
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/139:10 am
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops29h 22m
Delta
Fri 3/2012:59 pm
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops27h 01m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$812
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/1310:10 am
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops29h 23m
Delta
Fri 2/278:05 am
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops31h 55m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$815
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1310:55 am
MEL
-
LGA
3 stops48h 59m
United Airlines
Mon 4/271:10 pm
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops28h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$907
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/911:30 am
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops24h 32m
United Airlines
Thu 3/263:10 pm
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops26h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$908
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/711:30 am
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops23h 30m
United Airlines
Mon 3/236:15 pm
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop23h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$908
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/1310:30 am
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops24h 23m
United Airlines
Fri 3/203:20 pm
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops26h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$910
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/2811:30 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop22h 50m
United Airlines
Thu 2/53:00 pm
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops26h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$910
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1610:30 am
MEL
-
LGA
2 stops25h 59m
United Airlines
Thu 3/263:39 pm
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops25h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$911
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/129:30 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop22h 52m
United Airlines
Mon 9/73:36 pm
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops25h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$911
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/912:00 pm
MEL
-
LGA
3 stops48h 29m
United Airlines
Fri 3/276:00 am
LGA
-
MEL
2 stops35h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$914
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/911:30 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop22h 22m
United Airlines
Mon 3/236:15 pm
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop23h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$914

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 January 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$810
(Delta)

One-way from

$492
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,191
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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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to New York that are best for you.

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MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Sun 3/8

10:10 am-10:32 pm

2 stops28h 22m

Newark

Sun 3/22

7:56 pm-7:00 am

2 stops44h 04m

$810

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Fri 2/13

10:10 am-11:33 pm

2 stops29h 23m

Newark

Fri 2/27

8:05 am-8:00 am

2 stops31h 55m

$815

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Wed 5/13

10:00 am-11:33 pm

2 stops27h 33m

Newark

Wed 6/17

4:00 pm-7:50 am

2 stops25h 50m

$815

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Fri 5/15

10:00 am-8:51 pm

2 stops24h 51m

Newark

Fri 5/22

3:00 pm-7:50 am

2 stops26h 50m

$821

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Fri 3/13

10:30 am-7:53 pm

2 stops24h 23m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 3/20

12:29 pm-8:30 am

2 stops29h 01m

$908

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Sat 3/7

11:30 am-7:00 pm

2 stops23h 30m

Newark

Mon 3/23

6:15 pm-8:30 am

1 stop23h 15m

$908

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Thu 3/12

10:30 am-7:21 pm

2 stops23h 51m

Newark

Fri 3/20

6:10 pm-9:00 am

1 stop23h 50m

$908

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Sun 3/8

11:30 am-8:25 pm

1 stop24h 55m

Newark

Fri 3/20

6:10 pm-9:00 am

1 stop23h 50m

$908

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Tue 3/10

12:00 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Newark

Tue 3/24

6:15 pm-8:30 am

1 stop23h 15m

$908

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Wed 3/11

10:30 am-5:04 pm

1 stop21h 34m

Newark

Sun 3/22

6:15 pm-8:30 am

1 stop23h 15m

$908

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to New York

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

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 January 23, 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New York (average of $319). Flying from Melbourne to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $884). 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 January 29, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qantas Airways, United Airlines, and American 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
981 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jan 2026

SYD - LAX

Flight Cancelled after sitting on plane for 1 1/2 hours. Didn't fly till next day. Incurred change fees on my connection in LAX. Next Day flight late. Missed connection on American in LA. AA couldn't rebook. Had to pay $800 to rebook on SW Air.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
981 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
981 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jan 2026

SYD - LAX

Flight Cancelled after sitting on plane for 1 1/2 hours. Didn't fly till next day. Incurred change fees on my connection in LAX. Next Day flight late. Missed connection on American in LA. AA couldn't rebook. Had to pay $800 to rebook on SW Air.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
981 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jan 2026

SYD - LAX

Flight Cancelled after sitting on plane for 1 1/2 hours. Didn't fly till next day. Incurred change fees on my connection in LAX. Next Day flight late. Missed connection on American in LA. AA couldn't rebook. Had to pay $800 to rebook on SW Air.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,206 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
981 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jan 2026

SYD - LAX

Flight Cancelled after sitting on plane for 1 1/2 hours. Didn't fly till next day. Incurred change fees on my connection in LAX. Next Day flight late. Missed connection on American in LA. AA couldn't rebook. Had to pay $800 to rebook on SW Air.

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 20h 55m. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or Qantas Airways 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 $930. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qantas Airways and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $988 and $1,008, respectively. These flights start at 26% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qantas Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $575. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Cathay Pacific, as they are both options that can get you from Melbourne to New York for a low price.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New York (average of $319). Flying from Melbourne to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $884). 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 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to New York

Discover the top 3 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$930Average$1,324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$988Average$1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,008Average$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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