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Flights to Melbourne in 2026

Find the latest flights to Melbourne in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on May 28, 2026.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,345

Round-trip from

$1,080

One-way from

$551
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($109 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights to Melbourne Airport
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Melbourne Airport. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on May 28, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 8/45:00 pm
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop25h 15m
United Airlines
Wed 8/1210:55 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop22h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/24$1,080
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/312:21 pm
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop26h 39m
American Airlines
Sat 8/81:35 pm
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 28m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/28$1,081
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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.
Thu 5/285:00 pm
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop25h 15m
United Airlines
Wed 6/1010:55 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop34h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,083
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Tue 6/234:00 pm
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop26h 15m
United Airlines
Tue 7/1410:55 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/26$1,084
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/111:31 pm
EWR
-
MEL
2 stops27h 14m
American Airlines
Mon 6/229:45 am
MEL
-
EWR
2 stops26h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/28$1,086
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Thu 5/285:00 pm
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop25h 15m
United Airlines
Wed 6/1010:55 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop34h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/26$1,087
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/245:47 am
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop33h 13m
American Airlines
Sat 7/41:35 pm
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop35h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,089
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 7/276:45 pm
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop22h 45m
United Airlines
Sat 8/2910:55 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop23h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/25$1,090
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/16:45 pm
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop22h 45m
Air New Zealand
Tue 6/910:55 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop22h 03m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 5/26$1,091
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 6/75:00 pm
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop25h 15m
United Airlines
Wed 7/2910:55 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop22h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/24$1,092
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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.
Sun 5/318:30 am
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop33h 45m
United Airlines
Sun 6/79:30 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop26h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,093
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/32:15 pm
EWR
-
MEL
1 stop27h 15m
Air New Zealand
Sun 7/129:30 am
MEL
-
EWR
1 stop21h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 5/24$1,094

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Locate flights to Melbourne that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on May 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Mon 7/27

5:30 pm-7:30 am

1 stop24h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 8/24

10:55 am-8:09 pm

1 stop23h 14m

$1,090

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Wed 8/12

6:00 pm-8:15 am

1 stop24h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 8/23

10:55 am-8:09 pm

1 stop23h 14m

$1,092

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Fri 6/12

5:30 pm-7:30 am

1 stop24h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 7/27

10:55 am-8:10 pm

1 stop23h 15m

$1,092

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Mon 8/10

5:00 pm-8:15 am

1 stop25h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 8/23

10:55 am-9:49 pm

1 stop24h 54m

$1,092

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Thu 8/13

4:00 pm-8:15 am

1 stop26h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 8/21

10:55 am-8:09 pm

1 stop23h 14m

$1,092
Quickest round-trip

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Mon 6/8

6:45 pm-7:30 am

1 stop22h 45m

Melbourne

Mon 7/27

10:55 am-8:10 pm

1 stop23h 15m

$1,092

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Sun 6/7

6:00 pm-8:15 am

1 stop24h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 8/6

10:55 am-9:25 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$1,092

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Tue 7/7

2:15 pm-8:15 am

2 stops28h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 7/26

9:30 am-8:49 pm

1 stop25h 19m

$1,097

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Mon 6/1

2:59 pm-7:50 am

2 stops26h 51m

Melbourne

Wed 8/5

10:00 am-8:30 pm

2 stops24h 30m

$1,105

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Sun 7/26

8:10 pm-7:30 am

1 stop45h 20m

Melbourne

Sun 8/23

10:55 am-11:59 pm

2 stops27h 04m

$1,107

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Compare providers for flights to Melbourne

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals to Melbourne in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice 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
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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.

Best time to book a flight to Melbourne

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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 22 hours 55 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 most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Melbourne are Qantas Airways, United Airlines and American Airlines.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From $223
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $621
Fiji Airways
Fiji Airways
From $593
American Airlines
American Airlines
From $817

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Melbourne?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Melbourne are Delta, United Airlines and Qantas Airways.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals 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

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals 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 53 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated May 28, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing Australia, such as Delta,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines. 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,423 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Delta
7.9
Good
8,423 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,423 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,043 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,423 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,751 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,423 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,639 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,423 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,423 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

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, Alaska Airlines 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 $88.

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

    A round-trip flight to Melbourne will typically cost around $310, however they can be found for as little as $88.

  • 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 (14 hours 55 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).

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Melbourne Airport?

Book flights to Melbourne Airport if you plan to visit one of these locations
Apollo Bay
Phillip Island
Tullamarine
Doncaster

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