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$532+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) 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 10/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — NYC
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$823
(BYOjet)

One-way from

$532
(Trip.com)

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December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,419
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Aunt Betty is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/48:00 amMEL - EWR
2 stops24h 53mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/176:25 pmEWR - MEL
2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$827
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/611:55 amMEL - EWR
1 stop23h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/197:00 amEWR - MEL
1 stop35h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$828
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Aunt Betty is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/298:30 pmMEL - EWR
2 stops40h 51mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/46:25 pmEWR - MEL
2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$830
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 BestPriceTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/293:05 pmMEL - EWR
1 stop41h 27mQantas Airways
Tue 11/44:30 pmEWR - MEL
1 stop44h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/11$833
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/298:30 pmMEL - EWR
3 stops40h 19mAir Canada
Tue 11/49:05 amEWR - MEL
3 stops36h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 9/11$847
This BestPriceTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 BestPriceTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/224:30 pmMEL - JFK
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/118:30 amJFK - MEL
2 stops47h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$851
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/64:05 pmMEL - LGA
1 stop22h 30mBritish Airways
Sun 10/191:59 pmLGA - MEL
1 stop24h 01mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/10$867
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/69:45 amMEL - JFK
1 stop21h 44mBritish Airways
Sun 10/192:57 pmJFK - MEL
1 stop23h 03mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/10$867
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/64:05 pmMEL - LGA
1 stop22h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/198:25 amLGA - MEL
1 stop29h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$870
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/69:45 amMEL - JFK
1 stop21h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/198:20 amJFK - MEL
1 stop29h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$870
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/34:05 pmMEL - EWR
1 stop23h 49mQantas Airways
Mon 11/1012:46 pmEWR - MEL
1 stop24h 14mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/10$871
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/293:05 pmMEL - JFK
2 stops29h 55mIberia
Sun 10/122:57 pmJFK - MEL
1 stop23h 03mIberia
Deal found 9/11$871

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to New York that are best for you.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Mon 11/17

4:05 pm-11:21 pm

2 stops23h 16m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 11/25

7:59 pm-5:00 am

1 stop41h 01m

$872

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 2/11

10:10 am-6:46 pm

2 stops24h 36m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/28

8:00 pm-7:40 am

2 stops45h 40m

$877

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Mon 10/6

11:55 am-8:30 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Newark

Sun 10/19

7:00 am-9:15 am

1 stop35h 15m

$882

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Wed 10/22

10:30 am-6:39 pm

2 stops23h 09m

Newark

Wed 10/29

6:15 pm-8:30 am

1 stop23h 15m

$882

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 10/8

11:55 am-9:17 pm

2 stops24h 22m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 10/19

11:18 am-9:15 am

2 stops30h 57m

$883

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Thu 10/30

12:00 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops24h 25m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 11/5

3:41 pm-9:30 am

2 stops25h 49m

$883

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Tue 10/14

11:55 am-9:58 pm

2 stops25h 03m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 10/22

5:19 pm-9:15 am

2 stops24h 56m

$883

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Mon 10/27

12:00 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops24h 25m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 11/5

3:41 pm-9:30 am

2 stops25h 49m

$883

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Wed 10/29

12:00 pm-8:54 pm

2 stops23h 54m

Newark

Tue 11/4

6:00 pm-10:00 am

1 stop24h 00m

$883

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Tue 9/30

10:55 am-8:30 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Newark

Tue 10/21

5:10 pm-9:15 am

1 stop25h 05m

$883

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to New York

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 August 29, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to New York, you should look to book at least 14 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 Melbourne Airport to New York?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New York (average of $236). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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 September 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to New York in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to New York chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Los Angeles (LAX) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to New York on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Doha (DOH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $1,440.

What’s the fastest layover option from Melbourne Airport to New York?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to New York, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 22h 59m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to New York, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 53m.

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 September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to New York, such as Cathay Pacific, Virgin Australia, and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
993 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

anish,Aug 2025

HKG - KTM

Journey was way better than on the airbus from Toronto to Hongkong , as the economy seats were better .
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
993 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
993 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

anish,Aug 2025

HKG - KTM

Journey was way better than on the airbus from Toronto to Hongkong , as the economy seats were better .
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
993 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

anish,Aug 2025

HKG - KTM

Journey was way better than on the airbus from Toronto to Hongkong , as the economy seats were better .
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
993 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

anish,Aug 2025

HKG - KTM

Journey was way better than on the airbus from Toronto to Hongkong , as the economy seats were better .
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
993 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

anish,Aug 2025

HKG - KTM

Journey was way better than on the airbus from Toronto to Hongkong , as the economy seats were better .
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
993 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

anish,Aug 2025

HKG - KTM

Journey was way better than on the airbus from Toronto to Hongkong , as the economy seats were better .

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 Airport to New York?

    Airlines like American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Melbourne Airport to New York in about 23h 16m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 20m. The distance from Melbourne Airport to New York is about 10363 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 Melbourne Airport to New York round-trip?

    Qantas Airways, at $988, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne Airport to New York.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. Qantas Airways is 27% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Most travelers choose Melbourne - New York John F Kennedy Intl, Melbourne - Newark or Melbourne - New York LaGuardia when deciding on the best route from Melbourne Airport to New York.

  • 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 Airport to New York?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New York (average of $236). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $314). 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$988Average$1,533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,008Average$1,856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,193Average$1,477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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