Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to New York from $880

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United Airlines Logo
11:30 - 19:54
MEL
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LGA
24h 24m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
15:29 - 10:00
LGA
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MEL
26h 31m2 stops
$1,320United Airlines
Sun, 1 Feb - Tue, 10 Feb
United Airlines Logo
11:30 - 18:51
MEL
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EWR
23h 21m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
18:00 - 09:30
EWR
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MEL
23h 30m1 stop
$1,320United Airlines
Wed, 28 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
United Airlines Logo
11:30 - 19:54
MEL
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LGA
24h 24m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:26 - 09:30
LGA
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MEL
29h 04m2 stops
$1,321United Airlines
Sun, 1 Feb - Thu, 12 Feb
Delta Logo
10:10 - 20:14
MEL
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LGA
26h 04m2 stops
Delta Logo
12:00 - 08:00
LGA
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MEL
28h 00m2 stops
$1,332Delta
Fri, 20 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb
Delta Logo
10:10 - 17:29
MEL
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EWR
23h 19m2 stops
Delta Logo
11:54 - 08:00
EWR
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MEL
28h 06m2 stops
$1,332Delta
Wed, 28 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
13:00 - 21:25
MEL
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EWR
24h 25m1 stop
Virgin Australia Logo
18:10 - 09:30
EWR
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MEL
23h 20m1 stop
$1,622Virgin Australia
Sun, 8 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb
American Airlines Logo
16:05 - 23:44
MEL
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LGA
23h 39m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:30 - 05:00
LGA
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MEL
24h 30m1 stop
$1,622American Airlines
Sat, 31 Jan - Mon, 16 Feb
American Airlines Logo
16:05 - 23:44
MEL
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LGA
23h 39m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:30 - 05:00
LGA
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MEL
24h 30m1 stop
$1,625American Airlines
Sat, 31 Jan - Mon, 16 Feb
Air China Logo
20:15 - 22:10
MEL
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JFK
41h 55m1 stop
Air China Logo
01:05 - 15:40
JFK
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MEL
46h 35m1 stop
$1,655Air China
Sun, 8 Feb - Sat, 21 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
08:30 - 20:26
MEL
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EWR
27h 56m2 stops
Virgin Australia Logo
20:20 - 10:00
EWR
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MEL
45h 40m1 stop
$1,691Virgin Australia
Mon, 12 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan

Air Canada flights from Melbourne Airport to New York

Our best Air Canada deals on Melbourne Airport to New York flight tickets
Air Canada
1 Feb
MEL08:00Melbourne
48h 09m
3 stops
JFK16:09New York John F Kennedy Intl
17 Feb
JFK09:45New York John F Kennedy Intl
37h 50m
3 stops
MEL15:35Melbourne
Air Canada
29 Jan
MEL08:00Melbourne
30h 33m
3 stops
LGA22:33New York LaGuardia
17 Feb
LGA10:10New York LaGuardia
35h 25m
3 stops
MEL13:35Melbourne
Air Canada
24 Mar
MEL07:00Melbourne
24h 53m
2 stops
EWR16:53Newark
14 Apr
EWR18:00Newark
27h 35m
2 stops
MEL11:35Melbourne

Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne Airport to New York

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Melbourne Airport to New York flight tickets
Qantas Airways
28 Dec
MEL13:55Melbourne
40h 30m
1 stop
JFK14:25New York John F Kennedy Intl
17 Jan
JFK17:15New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 05m
1 stop
MEL08:20Melbourne
Qantas Airways
4 May
MEL09:25Melbourne
20h 55m
1 stop
JFK16:20New York John F Kennedy Intl
23 May
JFK19:20New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 20m
2 stops
MEL11:40Melbourne
Qantas Airways
28 Dec
MEL17:45Melbourne
36h 40m
2 stops
JFK14:25New York John F Kennedy Intl
12 Jan
JFK17:15New York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 05m
1 stop
MEL08:20Melbourne

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne Airport 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, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 16 December 2025.
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MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

11:30-19:54

2 stops24h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 10/2

15:29-10:00

2 stops26h 31m

$1,320

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Wed 28/1

11:30-18:51

2 stops23h 21m

Newark

Wed 4/2

18:00-09:30

1 stop23h 30m

$1,320

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Sun 1/2

11:30-19:54

2 stops24h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 12/2

12:26-09:30

2 stops29h 04m

$1,321

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Fri 20/2

10:10-20:14

2 stops26h 04m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 27/2

12:00-08:00

2 stops28h 00m

$1,332

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Wed 28/1

10:10-17:29

2 stops23h 19m

Newark

Wed 4/2

11:54-08:00

2 stops28h 06m

$1,332

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Sun 8/2

13:00-21:25

1 stop24h 25m

Newark

Sun 22/2

18:10-09:30

1 stop23h 20m

$1,622

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Sat 31/1

16:05-23:44

1 stop23h 39m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 16/2

12:30-05:00

1 stop24h 30m

$1,622

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Sat 31/1

16:05-23:44

1 stop23h 39m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 16/2

12:30-05:00

1 stop24h 30m

$1,625

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Sun 8/2

20:15-22:10

1 stop41h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 21/2

01:05-15:40

1 stop46h 35m

$1,655

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Mon 12/1

08:30-20:26

2 stops27h 56m

Newark

Mon 26/1

20:20-10:00

1 stop45h 40m

$1,691

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne Airport to New York

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York from Melbourne Airport, with most prices found around $1,712. The month of November is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Melbourne Airport averaging around $1,748.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to New York from Melbourne Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $2,156. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from Melbourne Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,265.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York?

Our data shows that the cheapest Melbourne Airport to New York flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to New York in the afternoon for as low as $2,137. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to New York is at midday when prices are around $2,233.

How far in advance should I book a flight to New York?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from Melbourne Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around $2,044 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York from Melbourne Airport for as low as $1,727 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Melbourne Airport to New York flights?

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a Melbourne Airport to New York flight.

How have Melbourne Airport to New York flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to New York flights are approximately 42% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to New York

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Melbourne Airport to New York according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Melbourne Airport to New York (MEL to NYC) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne Airport to New York

Fastest flight time

20h 55m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to New York takes 20h 55m
There are no direct flights from Melbourne Airport to New York. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne Airport to New York.
  • How far is Melbourne to New York by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Melbourne to New York is 16668.0 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 20h 55m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York?

    Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to New York?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne Airport to New York.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to New York?

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to New York

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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $971Free cancellationRating
8.0
552 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $1,018Free cancellationRating
7.2
11,049 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,242Free cancellationRating
7.4
9,094 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $1,309Free cancellationRating
7.9
8,008 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $1,312Free cancellationRating
7.1
10,531 reviews
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom $1,312Free cancellationRating
7.5
946 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $1,443Free cancellationRating
7.1
129 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,646Free cancellationRating
8.1
1,413 reviews
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China AirlinesPriceFrom $1,664Free cancellationRating
8.3
792 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $1,700Free cancellationRating
7.6
428 reviews
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To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to New York from Melbourne.

Can I find flights from Melbourne to New York with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to New York from Melbourne on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights from Melbourne to New York?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to New York from Melbourne.

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