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 New York (a popular airport in New York) to Sydney (the most popular airport in Australia), then the flight time is 22h 27m on average. If you fly from Newark (another popular airport in New York) to Sydney, then the average flight time is 23h 20m.

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 42% 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.

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

4 flights are operational weekly from New York to Australia as of March 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Fri, with 50% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

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

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 March 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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18:00 - 07:20

EWR

SYD

23h 20m

1 stop

09:20 - 16:40

SYD

EWR

21h 20m

1 stop

$1,161Air Canada

Sun, 19 Apr - Tue, 5 May

14:25 - 07:20

EWR

SYD

26h 55m

2 stops

09:20 - 21:02

SYD

EWR

25h 42m

1 stop

$1,162Air Canada

Sun, 19 Apr - Tue, 5 May

18:00 - 07:20

EWR

SYD

23h 20m

1 stop

09:20 - 16:40

SYD

EWR

21h 20m

1 stop

$1,208Air Canada

Sun, 19 Apr - Tue, 5 May

17:29 - 10:40

JFK

BNE

27h 11m

2 stops

11:35 - 05:00

BNE

JFK

31h 25m

2 stops

$1,317Multiple Airlines

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SYD

32h 20m

2 stops

09:20 - 22:48

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JFK

27h 28m

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$1,484Multiple Airlines

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02:00 - 19:15

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SYD

27h 15m

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20:55 - 22:55

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JFK

40h 00m

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$1,494ANA

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MEL

24h 20m

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MEL

JFK

25h 15m

1 stop

$1,609Qantas Airways

Fri, 3 Apr - Sat, 18 Apr

07:59 - 06:45

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MEL

32h 46m

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09:45 - 20:00

MEL

JFK

24h 15m

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$1,610Qantas Airways

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14:50 - 08:15

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MEL

27h 25m

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09:30 - 19:06

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23h 36m

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$1,649United Airlines

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14:50 - 08:15

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MEL

27h 25m

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09:30 - 18:18

MEL

LGA

22h 48m

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$1,655United Airlines

Sun, 10 May - Wed, 20 May

Air Canada flights from New York to Australia

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Air Canada

19 Apr

EWR18:00Newark

23h 20m

1 stop

SYD07:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

5 May

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 20m

1 stop

EWR16:40Newark

$1,161

Air Canada

19 Apr

EWR18:00Newark

23h 20m

1 stop

SYD07:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

5 May

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 42m

1 stop

EWR21:02Newark

$1,162

Air Canada

19 Apr

EWR18:00Newark

23h 20m

1 stop

SYD07:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

5 May

SYD09:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 20m

1 stop

EWR16:40Newark

$1,208

Delta flights from New York to Australia

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Delta

19 Apr

JFK16:15New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 35m

1 stop

SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

5 May

SYD09:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

21h 14m

1 stop

JFK16:29New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,551

Delta

31 May

JFK15:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 20m

1 stop

SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

8 June

SYD09:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 33m

1 stop

JFK23:48New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,561

Delta

1 June

JFK16:25New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 25m

2 stops

SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

8 June

SYD09:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

23h 03m

2 stops

JFK18:18New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,568

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18:00-07:20

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1 stop21h 20m

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

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1 stop27h 15m

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1 stop40h 00m

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1 stop25h 15m

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1 stop24h 15m

$1,610

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14:50-08:15

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2 stops23h 36m

$1,649

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14:50-08:15

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$1,655

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

In general, February 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 $1,656. If you don’t want to visit Australia in February, then you should wait until March to fly from New York, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,746.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Australia?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Australia from New York is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $1,965. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from New York to Australia on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $2,653. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest New York to Australia flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $2,021 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 $1,761 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to Australia flights?

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Fastest flight time	22h 20m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat and Sun
Airports in Australia	266 airports

The fastest flight from New York to Australia takes 22h 20m

Direct flights go from New York to Australia on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 266 airports in Australia. From New York there are direct flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

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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 March 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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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,304	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,790 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,346	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,405 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,432	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,002 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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