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$584+ 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 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NYC
Jan 16 — Jan 231
Fri 1/16
Fri 1/23
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 December 17, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/201:00 pmMEL - EWR
1 stop22h 10mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/15:00 pmEWR - MEL
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$875
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2111:30 amMEL - LGA
2 stops27h 51mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/317:15 pmLGA - MEL
2 stops46h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$876
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/211:00 pmMEL - EWR
1 stop28h 08mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:10 pmEWR - MEL
1 stop23h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$876
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Fri 12/191:00 pmMEL - LGA
2 stops26h 21mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/19:50 amLGA - MEL
2 stops31h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$877
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/2311:30 amMEL - EWR
1 stop24h 30mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/12:45 pmEWR - MEL
1 stop26h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$877
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/261:00 pmMEL - LGA
2 stops26h 43mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/18:25 pmLGA - MEL
2 stops45h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$878
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Fri 12/261:00 pmMEL - EWR
1 stop28h 08mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/44:15 pmEWR - MEL
1 stop25h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$878
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Thu 12/1811:30 amMEL - LGA
2 stops23h 14mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/110:00 amLGA - MEL
2 stops31h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$880
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Thu 12/1811:30 amMEL - EWR
1 stop23h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/18:40 amEWR - MEL
1 stop32h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$880
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2610:10 amMEL - JFK
1 stop21h 59mDelta
Thu 1/86:59 pmJFK - MEL
2 stops45h 01mDelta
Deal found 12/17$882
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2610:10 amMEL - JFK
2 stops29h 47mDelta
Thu 1/19:15 pmJFK - MEL
2 stops42h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/17$883
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/1910:10 amMEL - JFK
2 stops27h 57mDelta
Fri 1/26:00 amJFK - MEL
2 stops34h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/16$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 December 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$875
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$584
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,585
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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 December 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to New York that are best for you.

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MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Sat 1/31

11:30 am-6:44 pm

2 stops23h 14m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 2/7

3:29 pm-10:00 am

2 stops26h 31m

$875

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Tue 3/24

10:30 am-8:12 pm

2 stops24h 42m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/14

3:00 pm-8:15 am

2 stops27h 15m

$875

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 3/25

10:30 am-9:02 pm

2 stops25h 32m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 4/15

3:30 pm-7:30 am

2 stops26h 00m

$875

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Sat 1/31

11:30 am-7:10 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Newark

Sat 2/7

3:00 pm-9:30 am

2 stops26h 30m

$875

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Wed 3/25

10:30 am-5:04 pm

1 stop21h 34m

Newark

Wed 4/15

3:40 pm-7:30 am

1 stop25h 50m

$875

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Mon 3/23

12:00 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Newark

Wed 4/8

4:08 pm-7:30 am

2 stops25h 22m

$875

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 1/14

1:00 pm-9:28 pm

2 stops24h 28m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/27

10:10 am-10:00 am

2 stops31h 50m

$876

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Sun 2/1

11:30 am-7:54 pm

2 stops24h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 2/10

3:29 pm-10:00 am

2 stops26h 31m

$877

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Sun 2/1

11:30 am-7:54 pm

2 stops24h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 2/17

3:25 pm-9:30 am

2 stops26h 05m

$877

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Fri 2/27

11:30 am-7:05 pm

2 stops23h 35m

Newark

Sat 3/7

3:30 pm-9:30 am

2 stops26h 00m

$877

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to New York

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New York from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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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 December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne to New York is 47 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 April is currently the most expensive (average of $924). 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 MEL to NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to New York in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 23% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Melbourne to New York?

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 December 17, 2025.
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
946 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Marco,Dec 2025

BOS - LAX

There was no WiFi or tv traveling from LAX to Sydney. Way too long of a flight to have nothing.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Marco,Dec 2025

BOS - LAX

There was no WiFi or tv traveling from LAX to Sydney. Way too long of a flight to have nothing.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Marco,Dec 2025

BOS - LAX

There was no WiFi or tv traveling from LAX to Sydney. Way too long of a flight to have nothing.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
946 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Marco,Dec 2025

BOS - LAX

There was no WiFi or tv traveling from LAX to Sydney. Way too long of a flight to have nothing.

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 23h 14m. Fly via United Airlines or Delta to get the fastest option. Melbourne and New York are separated by a distance of 10363 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. Another option worth looking into is Qantas Airways, starting at $988 round trip. These flights start at 28% 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 United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $582. However, be on the lookout for offers from Cathay Pacific and Qantas Airways, 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 - New York LaGuardia or Melbourne - Newark 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 April is currently the most expensive (average of $924). 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 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 December 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$930Average$1,477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$988Average$1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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