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

United Airlines, Delta, 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 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 12 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 November 2025, there are 12 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.

$703 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 $1,680 to $2,370. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,266.

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07:10 - 16:53MEL-EWR

24h 43m2 stops

18:25 - 12:35EWR-MEL

27h 10m2 stops

$1,266Multiple Airlines

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Thu, 12 Mar - Thu, 26 Mar

21:40 - 16:30MEL-EWR

32h 50m2 stops

18:20 - 11:05EWR-MEL

26h 45m2 stops

$1,279Air Canada

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Mon, 4 May - Tue, 19 May

14:35 - 23:03MEL-EWR

22h 28m1 stop

18:47 - 05:00EWR-MEL

44h 13m1 stop

$1,305Qantas Airways

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Mon, 4 May - Tue, 19 May

16:05 - 23:47MEL-LGA

23h 42m2 stops

20:55 - 05:00LGA-MEL

40h 05m1 stop

$1,327American Airlines

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Mon, 8 Dec - Sat, 27 Dec

16:05 - 23:59MEL-EWR

23h 54m1 stop

12:39 - 05:00EWR-MEL

24h 21m1 stop

$1,327American Airlines

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Mon, 8 Dec - Sun, 28 Dec

09:45 - 18:57MEL-EWR

23h 12m1 stop

12:49 - 05:00EWR-MEL

26h 11m1 stop

$1,336Qantas Airways

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Mon, 13 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

10:30 - 19:42MEL-LGA

24h 12m2 stops

15:00 - 07:30LGA-MEL

26h 30m2 stops

$1,342United Airlines

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Wed, 25 Mar - Wed, 15 Apr

13:00 - 01:04MEL-EWR

28h 04m1 stop

08:45 - 10:00EWR-MEL

33h 15m1 stop

$1,342United Airlines

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Mon, 17 Nov - Tue, 25 Nov

20:15 - 22:10MEL-JFK

41h 55m1 stop

02:05 - 15:40JFK-MEL

46h 35m1 stop

$1,576Air China

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Fri, 6 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar

20:15 - 22:10MEL-JFK

41h 55m1 stop

02:05 - 15:40JFK-MEL

46h 35m1 stop

$1,579Air China

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Fri, 6 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar

Delta flights from Melbourne to New York

Our best Delta deals on Melbourne to New York flight tickets

Delta

1 May

MEL10:00Melbourne

27h 18m

2 stops

JFK23:18New York John F Kennedy Intl

29 May

JFK13:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 10m

1 stop

MEL07:40Melbourne

$1,431

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Delta

6 Mar

MEL10:10Melbourne

24h 32m

1 stop

JFK18:42New York John F Kennedy Intl

13 Mar

JFK08:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

31h 25m

2 stops

MEL07:00Melbourne

$1,433

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Delta

1 May

MEL10:00Melbourne

27h 18m

2 stops

JFK23:18New York John F Kennedy Intl

29 May

JFK16:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 20m

2 stops

MEL07:40Melbourne

$1,442

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Qantas Airways flights from Melbourne to New York

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Melbourne to New York flight tickets

Qantas Airways

4 May

MEL14:35Melbourne

22h 28m

1 stop

EWR23:03Newark

19 May

EWR18:47Newark

44h 13m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,305

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Qantas Airways

13 Apr

MEL09:45Melbourne

23h 12m

1 stop

EWR18:57Newark

27 Apr

EWR12:49Newark

26h 11m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

$1,336

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Qantas Airways

24 Mar

MEL12:00Melbourne

21h 57m

1 stop

EWR18:57Newark

14 Apr

EWR18:47Newark

25h 18m

2 stops

MEL10:05Melbourne

$1,374

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MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Thu 12/3

07:10-16:53

2 stops24h 43m

Newark

Thu 26/3

18:25-12:35

2 stops27h 10m

$1,266

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

21:40-16:30

2 stops32h 50m

Newark

Tue 19/5

18:20-11:05

2 stops26h 45m

$1,279

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

14:35-23:03

1 stop22h 28m

Newark

Tue 19/5

18:47-05:00

1 stop44h 13m

$1,305

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Mon 8/12

16:05-23:47

2 stops23h 42m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 27/12

20:55-05:00

1 stop40h 05m

$1,326

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Mon 8/12

16:05-23:59

1 stop23h 54m

Newark

Sun 28/12

12:39-05:00

1 stop24h 21m

$1,326

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Mon 13/4

09:45-18:57

1 stop23h 12m

Newark

Mon 27/4

12:49-05:00

1 stop26h 11m

$1,336

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

10:30-19:42

2 stops24h 12m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 15/4

15:00-07:30

2 stops26h 30m

$1,342

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Mon 17/11

13:00-01:04

1 stop28h 04m

Newark

Tue 25/11

08:45-10:00

1 stop33h 15m

$1,342

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

20:15-22:10

1 stop41h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 12/3

02:05-15:40

1 stop46h 35m

$1,576

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

20:15-22:10

1 stop41h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 12/3

02:05-15:40

1 stop46h 35m

$1,579

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

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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 $1,748. The month of March is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around $1,839.

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 $2,205. 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 $2,316.

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 $2,186. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to New York is at midday when prices are around $2,284.

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 $2,220 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 $1,767 on momondo.

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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 46m.
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 November 2025, there are 12 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 $993	Free cancellation	Rating 8.0 526 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,271	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,004 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,342	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,416 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,342	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 929 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Air China	PriceFrom $1,487	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 122 reviews	Search Air China flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,558	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,040 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,683	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 1,393 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
China Airlines	PriceFrom $1,702	Free cancellation	Rating 8.3 778 reviews	Search China Airlines flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $1,703	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 424 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $1,772	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,055 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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