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

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

Which airlines fly to New York?

Qantas Airways, United Airlines and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York from Melbourne according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Melbourne to New York are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of February 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to New York.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne to New York.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to New York can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at New York. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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09:10 - 17:17

MEL

EWR

23h 07m

2 stops

08:00 - 07:00

EWR

MEL

32h 00m

2 stops

$1,175Delta

Wed, 18 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

10:10 - 23:33

MEL

EWR

29h 23m

2 stops

15:59 - 08:00

EWR

MEL

48h 01m

2 stops

$1,185Delta

Sun, 15 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar

09:30 - 20:57

MEL

LGA

25h 27m

2 stops

15:18 - 07:30

LGA

MEL

26h 12m

2 stops

$1,313United Airlines

Sun, 19 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

11:30 - 21:02

MEL

LGA

24h 32m

2 stops

15:10 - 08:30

LGA

MEL

26h 20m

2 stops

$1,319United Airlines

Mon, 9 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

13:00 - 20:10

MEL

EWR

23h 10m

1 stop

15:00 - 09:30

EWR

MEL

26h 30m

2 stops

$1,319United Airlines

Mon, 16 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb

10:55 - 18:35

MEL

EWR

21h 40m

1 stop

17:00 - 08:15

EWR

MEL

25h 15m

1 stop

$1,350Air New Zealand

Tue, 21 Apr - Wed, 13 May

10:55 - 21:13

MEL

EWR

24h 18m

2 stops

16:00 - 08:15

EWR

MEL

26h 15m

1 stop

$1,356Air New Zealand

Tue, 21 Apr - Wed, 13 May

12:00 - 21:59

MEL

JFK

25h 59m

1 stop

15:59 - 09:30

JFK

MEL

26h 31m

2 stops

$1,617American Airlines

Tue, 3 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar

16:05 - 23:43

MEL

LGA

22h 38m

1 stop

08:00 - 05:00

LGA

MEL

30h 00m

1 stop

$1,623American Airlines

Mon, 9 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

09:45 - 23:59

MEL

JFK

28h 14m

1 stop

11:00 - 05:00

JFK

MEL

28h 00m

1 stop

$1,653Qantas Airways

Tue, 21 Apr - Wed, 13 May

Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to New York

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Qantas Airways

21 Apr

MEL09:45Melbourne

28h 14m

1 stop

JFK23:59New York John F Kennedy Intl

13 May

JFK11:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 00m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,653

Qantas Airways

22 Apr

MEL09:45Melbourne

23h 15m

1 stop

JFK19:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

10 May

JFK11:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 45m

1 stop

MEL06:45Melbourne

$1,662

Qantas Airways

23 Feb

MEL09:20Melbourne

21h 05m

1 stop

JFK14:25New York John F Kennedy Intl

2 Mar

JFK08:25New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 35m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,679

Cathay Pacific flights from Melbourne to New York

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Cathay Pacific

11 June

MEL23:45Melbourne

27h 25m

1 stop

JFK13:10New York John F Kennedy Intl

7 Sept

JFK10:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 55m

1 stop

MEL05:55Melbourne

$1,868

Cathay Pacific

2 June

MEL14:25Melbourne

44h 10m

1 stop

JFK20:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

11 June

JFK10:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

46h 15m

1 stop

MEL22:15Melbourne

$2,043

Cathay Pacific

12 Feb

MEL15:35Melbourne

43h 30m

1 stop

JFK19:05New York John F Kennedy Intl

16 Feb

JFK13:40New York John F Kennedy Intl

49h 30m

1 stop

MEL07:10Melbourne

$2,312

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MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

09:10-17:17

2 stops23h 07m

Newark

Wed 25/3

08:00-07:00

2 stops32h 00m

$1,175

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Sun 15/2

10:10-23:33

2 stops29h 23m

Newark

Sun 1/3

15:59-08:00

2 stops48h 01m

$1,185

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Sun 19/4

09:30-20:57

2 stops25h 27m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 27/4

15:18-07:30

2 stops26h 12m

$1,313

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Mon 9/3

11:30-21:02

2 stops24h 32m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 25/3

15:10-08:30

2 stops26h 20m

$1,319

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Mon 16/2

13:00-20:10

1 stop23h 10m

Newark

Mon 23/2

15:00-09:30

2 stops26h 30m

$1,319

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Tue 21/4

10:55-18:35

1 stop21h 40m

Newark

Wed 13/5

17:00-08:15

1 stop25h 15m

$1,350

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Tue 21/4

10:55-21:13

2 stops24h 18m

Newark

Wed 13/5

16:00-08:15

1 stop26h 15m

$1,356

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

12:00-21:59

1 stop25h 59m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/3

15:59-09:30

2 stops26h 31m

$1,617

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Mon 9/3

16:05-23:43

1 stop22h 38m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 25/3

08:00-05:00

1 stop30h 00m

$1,623

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Tue 21/4

09:45-23:59

1 stop28h 14m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 13/5

11:00-05:00

1 stop28h 00m

$1,653

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

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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, with most prices found around $1,566. The month of November is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around $1,663.

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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around $1,877 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 for as low as $1,436 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	21h 58m
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The fastest flight from Melbourne to New York takes 21h 58m

There are no direct flights from Melbourne to New York. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne to New York.

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How far is Melbourne to New York by plane?
New York is 16662.4 km away from Melbourne. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 21h 58m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to New York?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to New York are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to New York?
As of February 2026, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to New York.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to New York?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne to New York.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to New York can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at New York. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to New York

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $922	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,212 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $926	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 577 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,185	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,218 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,204	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 138 reviews	Search Air China flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,248	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,130 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,248	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,668 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,251	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 982 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,570	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,443 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $1,587	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 803 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,595	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 432 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

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