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 41% 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.

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

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

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 December 2025, 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.

$827 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to New York in 2025/26

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,804 to $2,882. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,303.

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11:30 - 05:45

MEL

EWR

34h 15m1 stop

07:00 - 10:00

EWR

MEL

35h 00m1 stop

$1,303United Airlines

Mon, 12 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan

11:30 - 19:54

MEL

LGA

24h 24m2 stops

12:26 - 09:30

LGA

MEL

29h 04m2 stops

$1,306United Airlines

Thu, 5 Feb - Thu, 12 Feb

10:10 - 18:44

MEL

LGA

24h 34m2 stops

12:00 - 08:00

LGA

MEL

28h 00m2 stops

$1,316Delta

Wed, 11 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb

10:10 - 17:29

MEL

EWR

23h 19m2 stops

10:39 - 08:00

EWR

MEL

29h 21m2 stops

$1,316Delta

Wed, 11 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb

08:10 - 16:53

MEL

EWR

24h 43m2 stops

18:25 - 14:15

EWR

MEL

27h 50m2 stops

$1,565Air Canada

Thu, 29 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb

09:20 - 14:25

MEL

JFK

21h 05m1 stop

17:15 - 08:20

JFK

MEL

23h 05m1 stop

$1,568Qantas Airways

Mon, 26 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb

08:10 - 16:53

MEL

EWR

24h 43m2 stops

18:25 - 15:15

EWR

MEL

28h 50m2 stops

$1,575Air Canada

Thu, 5 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb

16:05 - 21:53

MEL

LGA

21h 48m1 stop

10:30 - 05:00

LGA

MEL

26h 30m2 stops

$1,606American Airlines

Mon, 26 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb

16:05 - 06:30

MEL

JFK

30h 25m2 stops

17:20 - 09:30

JFK

MEL

24h 10m1 stop

$1,606American Airlines

Sat, 17 Jan - Tue, 17 Feb

12:00 - 23:52

MEL

JFK

27h 52m1 stop

17:15 - 08:20

JFK

MEL

23h 05m1 stop

$1,620Qantas Airways

Fri, 16 Jan - Sat, 14 Feb

Delta flights from Melbourne to New York

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Delta

18 Jan

MEL10:10Melbourne

24h 35m

2 stops

JFK18:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

15 Feb

JFK20:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

44h 00m

2 stops

MEL08:00Melbourne

$1,316

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Delta

25 Jan

MEL10:10Melbourne

27h 49m

2 stops

JFK21:59New York John F Kennedy Intl

2 Feb

JFK09:40New York John F Kennedy Intl

30h 20m

1 stop

MEL08:00Melbourne

$1,321

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Delta

1 Feb

MEL10:10Melbourne

21h 57m

1 stop

JFK16:07New York John F Kennedy Intl

4 Feb

JFK12:25New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 35m

2 stops

MEL08:00Melbourne

$1,653

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American Airlines flights from Melbourne to New York

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American Airlines

17 Jan

MEL16:05Melbourne

30h 25m

2 stops

JFK06:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

16 Feb

JFK17:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 10m

1 stop

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,606

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American Airlines

5 Feb

MEL12:00Melbourne

22h 48m

1 stop

JFK18:48New York John F Kennedy Intl

19 Feb

JFK15:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

26h 00m

1 stop

MEL09:30Melbourne

$1,612

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American Airlines

22 Jan

MEL12:00Melbourne

24h 03m

1 stop

JFK20:03New York John F Kennedy Intl

2 Feb

JFK07:55New York John F Kennedy Intl

29h 05m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,618

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MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Mon 12/1

11:30-05:45

1 stop34h 15m

Newark

Mon 26/1

07:00-10:00

1 stop35h 00m

$1,303

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Thu 5/2

11:30-19:54

2 stops24h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 12/2

12:26-09:30

2 stops29h 04m

$1,306

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

10:10-18:44

2 stops24h 34m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 18/2

12:00-08:00

2 stops28h 00m

$1,316

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

10:10-17:29

2 stops23h 19m

Newark

Wed 18/2

10:39-08:00

2 stops29h 21m

$1,316

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Thu 29/1

08:10-16:53

2 stops24h 43m

Newark

Fri 6/2

18:25-14:15

2 stops27h 50m

$1,565

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Mon 26/1

09:20-14:25

1 stop21h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/2

17:15-08:20

1 stop23h 05m

$1,568

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Thu 5/2

08:10-16:53

2 stops24h 43m

Newark

Thu 19/2

18:25-15:15

2 stops28h 50m

$1,575

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Mon 26/1

16:05-21:53

1 stop21h 48m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/2

10:30-05:00

2 stops26h 30m

$1,606

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Sat 17/1

16:05-06:30

2 stops30h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 17/2

17:20-09:30

1 stop24h 10m

$1,606

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Fri 16/1

12:00-23:52

1 stop27h 52m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 14/2

17:15-08:20

1 stop23h 05m

$1,620

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

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 $1,699. The month of November is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around $1,738.

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. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $2,143. 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 because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,251.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Melbourne 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 $2,125. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to New York is at midday when prices are around $2,220.

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 $2,027 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 $1,717 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	20h 55m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Melbourne to New York takes 20h 55m

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 20h 55m.
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 December 2025, 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
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $965	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 557 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,012	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,054 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,235	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,111 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,301	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,013 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,304	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,554 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,305	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 951 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,435	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 132 reviews	Search Air China flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,636	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,419 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $1,654	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 792 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,681	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 429 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights

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