How many flights depart from New York to Australia on average per day?

1 flights are operational daily from New York to Australia as of June 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 19:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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

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

How many flights depart from New York to Australia on average per week?

9 flights are operational weekly from New York to Australia as of June 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 22% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from New York to Australia?

The flight from New York to Australia depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Newark (a popular airport in New York) to Sydney (the most popular airport in Australia), then the flight time is 22h 15m on average. If you fly from New York (another popular airport in New York) to Sydney, then the average flight time is 23h 05m.

Which airlines fly to Australia?

Qantas Airways, United Airlines and Air Canada are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Australia from New York 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 Australia. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Australia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from New York to Australia refresh daily.

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

There are 3 operators available for flights from New York to Australia as of June 2026.

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

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 New York to Australia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Australia 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 Australia. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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EWR

SYD

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EWR

25h 45m

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SYD

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MEL

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24h 00m

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$1,515United Airlines

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Air Canada flights from New York to Australia

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21 June

EWR18:05Newark

23h 15m

1 stop

SYD07:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

7 July

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

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21 June

EWR15:45Newark

25h 35m

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SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

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EWR18:05Newark

23h 15m

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SYD07:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

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SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 13m

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EWR16:33Newark

$1,431

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18 Oct

JFK07:05New York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 40m

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MEL06:45Melbourne

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MEL23:15Melbourne

24h 13m

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JFK07:28New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,525

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5 Oct

JFK19:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

44h 15m

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MEL23:15Melbourne

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JFK17:10New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 10m

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MEL23:15Melbourne

23h 02m

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JFK06:17New York John F Kennedy Intl

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Australia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $220. If you don’t want to visit Australia in September, then you should wait until October to fly from New York, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $256.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Australia from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Australia for around $1,907 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Australia from New York for as low as $1,656 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	22h 15m
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There are 3 operators available for flights from New York to Australia as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Australia?
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 New York to Australia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Australia 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 Australia. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to Australia?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from New York to Australia is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (100.00% of total bookings).

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $926	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,776 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
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