Which airlines fly to New York?

Qantas Airways, United Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York from Melbourne Airport according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Melbourne Airport to New York?

Flights via Nadi (NAN) offer the lowest average return price of $1,040.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Melbourne Airport to New York?

Auckland (AKL) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 39m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Melbourne Airport to New York?

Flights connecting via Nadi (NAN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 16h 42m.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Melbourne Airport and New York?

Los Angeles (LAX) was the most common stop: 31% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to New York?

United Airlines, Qantas Airways, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to New York

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.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York?

There are 9 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York as of May 2026.

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.

$834 Cheap Flights from Melbourne Airport to New York in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and New York?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $2,069 to $1,347. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,345.

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10:55 - 21:29

MEL

EWR

24h 34m

2 stops

13:00 - 08:15

EWR

MEL

29h 15m

2 stops

$1,345United Airlines

Tue, 9 Jun - Tue, 23 Jun

10:55 - 05:40

MEL

EWR

32h 45m

2 stops

17:30 - 07:30

EWR

MEL

24h 00m

1 stop

$1,347United Airlines

Sat, 6 Jun - Fri, 3 Jul

09:30 - 19:33

MEL

EWR

24h 03m

2 stops

16:00 - 08:15

EWR

MEL

26h 15m

2 stops

$1,352United Airlines

Fri, 17 Jul - Tue, 28 Jul

09:30 - 23:15

MEL

LGA

27h 45m

2 stops

15:25 - 07:30

LGA

MEL

26h 05m

2 stops

$1,353United Airlines

Sun, 7 Jun - Fri, 3 Jul

08:10 - 16:38

MEL

EWR

24h 28m

2 stops

18:15 - 15:35

EWR

MEL

29h 20m

2 stops

$1,510Air Canada

Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov

09:45 - 18:52

MEL

JFK

23h 07m

1 stop

19:20 - 08:20

JFK

MEL

23h 00m

1 stop

$1,645Qantas Airways

Wed, 22 Jul - Wed, 29 Jul

10:55 - 22:26

MEL

EWR

25h 31m

1 stop

17:00 - 08:15

EWR

MEL

25h 15m

1 stop

$1,698Virgin Australia

Sat, 1 Aug - Sat, 8 Aug

18:00 - 16:33

MEL

EWR

36h 33m

2 stops

18:05 - 11:35

EWR

MEL

27h 30m

2 stops

$1,700Air Canada

Sat, 1 Aug - Sun, 16 Aug

09:45 - 21:26

MEL

LGA

25h 41m

2 stops

13:08 - 06:45

LGA

MEL

27h 37m

2 stops

$1,740American Airlines

Mon, 13 Jul - Mon, 27 Jul

09:45 - 20:00

MEL

LGA

24h 15m

2 stops

14:05 - 06:45

LGA

MEL

26h 40m

2 stops

$1,750American Airlines

Sat, 6 Jun - Thu, 2 Jul

Air China flights from Melbourne Airport to New York

Our best Air China deals on Melbourne Airport to New York flight tickets

Air China

11 Oct

MEL20:40Melbourne

41h 25m

1 stop

JFK23:05New York John F Kennedy Intl

15 Oct

JFK02:05New York John F Kennedy Intl

46h 50m

1 stop

MEL15:55Melbourne

$1,536

Air China

23 Sept

MEL19:40Melbourne

41h 25m

1 stop

JFK23:05New York John F Kennedy Intl

22 Oct

JFK02:05New York John F Kennedy Intl

46h 35m

1 stop

MEL15:40Melbourne

$1,656

Air China

5 Aug

MEL19:40Melbourne

41h 25m

1 stop

JFK23:05New York John F Kennedy Intl

6 Sept

JFK02:05New York John F Kennedy Intl

46h 50m

1 stop

MEL14:55Melbourne

$1,658

Delta flights from Melbourne Airport to New York

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Delta

24 July

MEL10:00Melbourne

27h 09m

2 stops

JFK23:09New York John F Kennedy Intl

4 Aug

JFK20:25New York John F Kennedy Intl

45h 25m

1 stop

MEL07:50Melbourne

$1,353

Delta

12 July

MEL10:00Melbourne

38h 00m

2 stops

JFK10:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

3 Aug

JFK17:40New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 10m

1 stop

MEL07:50Melbourne

$1,356

Delta

15 July

MEL10:00Melbourne

34h 18m

2 stops

JFK06:18New York John F Kennedy Intl

27 July

JFK06:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

35h 50m

2 stops

MEL07:50Melbourne

$1,358

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MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Tue 9/6

10:55-21:29

2 stops24h 34m

Newark

Tue 23/6

13:00-08:15

2 stops29h 15m

$1,345

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Sat 6/6

10:55-05:40

2 stops32h 45m

Newark

Fri 3/7

17:30-07:30

1 stop24h 00m

$1,347

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Fri 17/7

09:30-19:33

2 stops24h 03m

Newark

Tue 28/7

16:00-08:15

2 stops26h 15m

$1,352

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Sun 7/6

09:30-23:15

2 stops27h 45m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 3/7

15:25-07:30

2 stops26h 05m

$1,353

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Thu 5/11

08:10-16:38

2 stops24h 28m

Newark

Thu 19/11

18:15-15:35

2 stops29h 20m

$1,510

Fastest return journey

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Wed 22/7

09:45-18:52

1 stop23h 07m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 29/7

19:20-08:20

1 stop23h 00m

$1,645

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Sat 1/8

10:55-22:26

1 stop25h 31m

Newark

Sat 8/8

17:00-08:15

1 stop25h 15m

$1,698

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Sat 1/8

18:00-16:33

2 stops36h 33m

Newark

Sun 16/8

18:05-11:35

2 stops27h 30m

$1,700

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Mon 13/7

09:45-21:26

2 stops25h 41m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 27/7

13:08-06:45

2 stops27h 37m

$1,740

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Sat 6/6

09:45-20:00

2 stops24h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 2/7

14:05-06:45

2 stops26h 40m

$1,750

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne Airport and New York?

What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York from Melbourne Airport, with most prices found around $163. The month of July is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Melbourne Airport averaging around $286.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 $1,717 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 $1,444 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 25% 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 May 2026, prices for Melbourne Airport to New York flights are approximately 27% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	22h 46m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to New York takes 22h 46m

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Frequently asked questions about flying 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 22h 46m.
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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York?
There are 9 operators available for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York as of May 2026.
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?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Melbourne Airport to New York is United Airlines (36% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Qantas Airways (27%), American Airlines (5%), and Air New Zealand (5%).

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Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $883	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,043 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $897	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,639 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $900	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 648 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $945	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 243 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,068	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,751 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,160	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,092 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,214	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,425 reviews	Search Delta flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,525	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 458 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,697	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,346 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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