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United Airlines Logo
09:30 - 20:57
MEL
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LGA
25h 27m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
14:51 - 08:15
LGA
-
MEL
27h 24m
2 stops
$1,241United Airlines
Fri, 8 May - Sat, 30 May
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 21:35
MEL
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EWR
24h 40m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
16:00 - 07:30
EWR
-
MEL
25h 30m
1 stop
$1,241United Airlines
Tue, 12 May - Wed, 3 Jun
Delta Logo
10:00 - 20:14
MEL
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LGA
24h 14m
2 stops
Delta Logo
14:59 - 07:50
LGA
-
MEL
26h 51m
2 stops
$1,251Delta
Wed, 29 Apr - Wed, 13 May
Delta Logo
10:00 - 06:00
MEL
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EWR
34h 00m
2 stops
Delta Logo
20:17 - 07:50
EWR
-
MEL
45h 33m
2 stops
$1,251Delta
Fri, 17 Apr - Thu, 30 Apr
Air Canada Logo
09:20 - 13:25
SYD
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EWR
42h 05m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
15:45 - 07:20
EWR
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SYD
49h 35m
2 stops
$1,268Air Canada
Tue, 28 Apr - Wed, 13 May
Air Canada Logo
09:20 - 17:57
SYD
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EWR
46h 37m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
14:25 - 07:20
EWR
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SYD
26h 55m
2 stops
$1,269Air Canada
Thu, 23 Apr - Wed, 6 May
Qantas Airways Logo
12:00 - 19:00
SYD
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LGA
21h 00m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
18:46 - 06:55
LGA
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SYD
22h 09m
1 stop
$1,334Qantas Airways
Wed, 6 May - Sun, 24 May
Qantas Airways Logo
09:45 - 20:15
MEL
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JFK
24h 30m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
21:32 - 06:45
JFK
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MEL
43h 13m
1 stop
$1,380Qantas Airways
Tue, 28 Apr - Sat, 9 May
American Airlines Logo
23:55 - 19:22
PER
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LGA
31h 27m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
12:55 - 12:35
LGA
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PER
35h 40m
2 stops
$1,770American Airlines
Mon, 13 Jul - Mon, 5 Oct
American Airlines Logo
23:45 - 21:03
PER
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LGA
33h 18m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
17:06 - 13:35
LGA
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PER
32h 29m
2 stops
$1,834American Airlines
Fri, 24 Apr - Sun, 10 May

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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

09:30-20:57

2 stops25h 27m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 30/5

14:51-08:15

2 stops27h 24m

$1,241

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Tue 12/5

10:55-21:35

1 stop24h 40m

Newark

Wed 3/6

16:00-07:30

1 stop25h 30m

$1,241

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

10:00-20:14

2 stops24h 14m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 13/5

14:59-07:50

2 stops26h 51m

$1,251

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

10:00-06:00

2 stops34h 00m

Newark

Thu 30/4

20:17-07:50

2 stops45h 33m

$1,251

SydneyNewark

SYD - EWR

SYDEWR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/4

09:20-13:25

2 stops42h 05m

Newark

Wed 13/5

15:45-07:20

2 stops49h 35m

$1,268

SydneyNewark

SYD - EWR

SYDEWR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/4

09:20-17:57

2 stops46h 37m

Newark

Wed 6/5

14:25-07:20

2 stops26h 55m

$1,269
Fastest return journey

SydneyNew York

SYD - LGA

SYDLGA

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

12:00-19:00

1 stop21h 00m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 24/5

18:46-06:55

1 stop22h 09m

$1,334

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Tue 28/4

09:45-20:15

1 stop24h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/5

21:32-06:45

1 stop43h 13m

$1,380

PerthNew York

PER - LGA

PERLGA

Perth

Mon 13/7

23:55-19:22

2 stops31h 27m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 5/10

12:55-12:35

2 stops35h 40m

$1,770

PerthNew York

PER - LGA

PERLGA

Perth

Fri 24/4

23:45-21:03

2 stops33h 18m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 10/5

17:06-13:35

2 stops32h 29m

$1,834

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New York flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York from Australia, with most prices found around $1,492. The month of November is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Australia averaging around $1,509.

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

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to New York from Australia. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $1,474. 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 Australia because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $2,229.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around $1,870 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 Australia for as low as $1,658 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to New York

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO NEW YORK FROM SYDNEYOctober15% cheaperFlying from Sydney to New York costs on average just $1,492 in October
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO NEW YORK FROM SYDNEYDecember27% more expensiveIt costs about $2,233 for flights to New York from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO NEW YORK FROM SYDNEYDecember300% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to New York from Sydney in December than any other month

Cheap New York flight deals and tips

Summary info about New York flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$784

Best Round-Trip Price

$1,241

Fastest flight time

24h 40m

Popular in

April
The best one-way flight price to New York from Australia in the last 72 hours is $784 (Melbourne to Newark).
The best round-trip flight price to New York from Australia in the last 72 hours is $1,241 (Melbourne to New York LaGuardia).
The fastest flight to New York from Australia takes 24h 40m (Melbourne to Newark).
April has the highest demand for flights to New York, with a 0% price increase on average.

Frequently asked questions about flying to New York

When is it best to fly to New York to go sightseeing?

The city of New York has many sights to see while visiting. Many tourists find it ideal to go sightseeing when the weather is warmer, but not blistering. Consider booking your flight to New York for April, May, or September, when temperatures are a bit higher and the chance of rain is relatively low. Many travellers find it worthwhile to visit Times Square, Wall Street, and Washington Square Park.

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

The ideal time to book your flight to New York is 87 days in advance, when prices tend to average $1,754.

Is there an alternative airport near New York?

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near New York is possible. If you are planning a flight to New York, consider booking flights to New York LaGuardia Airport (10 km from New York city centre), Newark Airport (17 km from New York city centre) or New Windsor Stewart Airport (83 km from New York city centre).

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into New York?

The cheapest airport near New York is typically New Windsor Stewart Airport, with an average price of $183/person. These prices vary based on where travellers are coming from. It is suggested that travellers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to New York?

Users booking trips to New York from Los Angeles found flights 74% cheaper than the average price of flights to New York. To find the cheapest price to New York from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Are there flights to Manhattan?

Yes, if you fly to New York LaGuardia in New York which is the closest available airport to Manhattan (9.6 km away).

What’s the closest airport to Times Square?

The closest airport to Times Square is New York LaGuardia, 9.6 km away.

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

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

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How old do you have to be to fly 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 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.

Travelling to a place near New York?

Book flights to New York if you plan to visit one of these locations
Queens
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Bronx
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Galloway
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to New York?

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.

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

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to New York with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights to New York?

momondo helps you find the best flight to New York by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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