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Flights to Melbourne in 2026

Cheapest flights to Melbourne Airport

Tue 9/152:00 am -
1 stop38h 30m
Tue 10/67:30 am -
1 stop31h 00m
Deal found 9/3$1,091
Sun 10/256:15 pm -
2 stops28h 20m
Mon 11/97:10 am -
2 stops25h 39m
Deal found 9/2$1,092
Sat 9/122:00 am -
1 stop37h 00m
Tue 10/67:30 am -
1 stop31h 00m
Deal found 9/2$1,114
Tue 11/31:45 am -
1 stop37h 45m
Tue 11/109:20 am -
1 stop29h 25m
Deal found 9/1$1,115
Wed 10/216:05 pm -
2 stops28h 00m
Wed 10/286:00 am -
2 stops25h 49m
Deal found 9/3$1,120
Sat 10/246:05 pm -
2 stops28h 30m
Wed 10/287:10 am -
2 stops24h 39m
Deal found 9/2$1,132
Sun 10/252:46 pm -
1 stop23h 14m
Mon 11/910:45 pm -
1 stop24h 14m
Deal found 9/2$1,133
Sun 10/1810:54 am -
2 stops34h 41m
Sun 10/256:05 am -
2 stops25h 44m
Deal found 9/3$1,137
Sun 11/86:15 pm -
2 stops28h 20m
Sun 11/227:10 am -
2 stops25h 39m
Deal found 8/31$1,141
Tue 11/36:15 pm -
2 stops27h 20m
Wed 11/117:45 am -
2 stops25h 04m
Deal found 9/3$1,142
Sun 10/186:05 pm -
2 stops27h 30m
Mon 11/27:10 am -
2 stops25h 39m
Deal found 9/1$1,143
Mon 10/1912:27 pm -
1 stop25h 33m
Tue 11/312:00 pm -
1 stop23h 29m
Deal found 9/4$1,144

Find flight deals to Melbourne Airport

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,263

Round-trip from

$1,091

One-way from

$556
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($214 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($51 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
From New York to Melbourne
One-way flight from New York to Melbourne (MEL)

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LGA New York LaGuardia - MEL Melbourne

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Wed 10/14

11:20 am-8:30 am

2 stops30h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$599

NewarkMelbourne

EWR Newark - MEL Melbourne

EWRMEL

Newark

Sun 11/1

10:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop32h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$606

NewarkMelbourne

EWR Newark - MEL Melbourne

EWRMEL

Newark

Mon 11/2

4:00 pm-9:30 am

2 stops25h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$606

New YorkMelbourne

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - MEL Melbourne

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/26

6:30 pm-5:00 am

1 stop43h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$607

NewarkMelbourne

EWR Newark - MEL Melbourne

EWRMEL

Newark

Mon 10/26

12:13 pm-9:30 am

2 stops30h 17m

Melbourne

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$607

New YorkMelbourne

LGA New York LaGuardia - MEL Melbourne

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Mon 10/26

9:35 am-8:30 am

2 stops31h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$607

New YorkMelbourne

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - MEL Melbourne

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/26

1:10 pm-7:00 am

2 stops26h 50m

Melbourne

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$608

New YorkMelbourne

LGA New York LaGuardia - MEL Melbourne

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Tue 10/13

9:27 pm-8:30 am

2 stops44h 03m

Melbourne

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$611

New YorkMelbourne

LGA New York LaGuardia - MEL Melbourne

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Thu 10/15

4:59 pm-8:30 am

2 stops48h 31m

Melbourne

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$690

New YorkMelbourne

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - MEL Melbourne

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/9

2:55 pm-8:20 pm

3 stops39h 25m

Melbourne

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$697

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Compare providers for flights to Melbourne

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals to Melbourne in September.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: Out of all of the providers offering Melbourne Airport flight deals, Cheapflights users have found FlightHub to have the most accurate pricing on Cheapflights vs. their site about >95% of the time, users can find the same price on Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights and FlightHub. This is based on searches made for Melbourne Airport flights over the past month.
  • Most trusted provider: FlightHub is the most trusted provider by Cheapflights users offering Melbourne Airport flight deals. With a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), FlightHub has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights to Melbourne Airport. This is based on data collected from Cheapflights searches made over the past month.

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to Melbourne Airport

How long is the flight to Melbourne?

On average, a flight from New York to Melbourne takes 25 hours 26 minutes. Flights to Melbourne from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Melbourne?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Melbourne are American Airlines, United Airlines and Air New Zealand.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

When is the best time to book a flight to Melbourne?

The best time to book flights to Melbourne is 72 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.

The best insider tips for flights to Melbourne Airport

Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Melbourne Airport trip
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Marisa Garcia

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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on Qantas Airways

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on Air New Zealand

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Read through reviews of airlines servicing Australia, such as Air New Zealand,Delta, andQantas Airways. 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.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Aug 2026

FLL - IAH

All good. Problem was delay caused by weather in Houston creating anxiety about my AirNZ connection. Nothing that United could do about that, and in fairness th captain kept us very well informed

FAQs about flying to Melbourne

Melbourne-Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is one of the biggest and busiest in Australia, handling more than 28 million passengers each year and servicing the greater Melbourne area of Victoria.

The airport has four terminals: Terminal 1 services domestic flights from Qantas and its affiliates, Terminal 2 handles international flights, Terminal 3 is devoted to Virgin Australia and Regional Express Airlines (Rex), and Terminal 4 is for Tiger Airways.

The airport has modern (if modest) facilities for such a high-volume hub, but generally handles the crowds with style. The only hiccups come at Australia’s notoriously strict customs points, where queues can sometimes be long and frustrating.

Flights to Melbourne-Tullamarine Airport come in from all over Asia and Oceania, with select routes from further abroad, including Beijing, Hong Kong, Abu Dhabi, Seoul, Shanghai, Auckland, Singapore, Sydney, Manila, Los Angeles, London, Cairns, Canberra, Adelaide, Alice Springs, Honolulu, Bali, Mauritius, Doha, Phuket, Perth and Hanoi.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Melbourne if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Melbourne on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Melbourne?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Delta is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Melbourne.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Melbourne?

    Melbourne is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Melbourne. One-way flights to Melbourne typically cost $50, while round-trip flights cost around $71.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Melbourne?

    A round-trip flight to Melbourne will typically cost around $227, however they can be found for as little as $71.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Melbourne depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Melbourne, Honolulu offers the quickest one-way flight (15 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does Melbourne have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Melbourne can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Melbourne?

    Yes. Melbourne has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 1 Bdrm With Parking, Walk To Beach is the closest property to Melbourne (0.0 mi away from Melbourne).

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