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 May 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 22% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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 May 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 19:00, with 100% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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.

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 22h 55m.

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

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines 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 May 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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20:25 - 06:50

JFK

SYD

44h 25m

1 stop

09:15 - 19:52

SYD

JFK

24h 37m

1 stop

$1,603Delta

Sat, 1 Aug - Tue, 11 Aug

11:00 - 06:50

JFK

SYD

29h 50m

1 stop

09:15 - 20:00

SYD

JFK

24h 45m

1 stop

$1,619Delta

Tue, 26 May - Tue, 2 Jun

18:00 - 06:55

EWR

SYD

22h 55m

1 stop

09:30 - 16:37

SYD

EWR

21h 07m

1 stop

$1,715United Airlines

Sun, 2 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug

16:00 - 06:55

EWR

SYD

24h 55m

1 stop

10:20 - 23:50

SYD

EWR

27h 30m

1 stop

$1,720United Airlines

Mon, 1 Jun - Sun, 14 Jun

18:05 - 07:20

EWR

SYD

23h 15m

1 stop

09:20 - 16:40

SYD

EWR

21h 20m

1 stop

$1,723Air Canada

Sun, 17 May - Thu, 21 May

16:30 - 06:45

JFK

MEL

24h 15m

1 stop

09:45 - 18:52

MEL

JFK

23h 07m

1 stop

$1,751American Airlines

Mon, 22 Jun - Sun, 12 Jul

16:30 - 06:45

JFK

MEL

24h 15m

1 stop

09:45 - 19:46

MEL

JFK

24h 01m

1 stop

$1,752American Airlines

Mon, 22 Jun - Sun, 12 Jul

19:20 - 08:00

JFK

BNE

22h 40m

1 stop

20:35 - 16:29

BNE

JFK

33h 54m

1 stop

$1,758Qantas Airways

Wed, 20 May - Tue, 26 May

14:25 - 07:05

EWR

BNE

26h 40m

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10:00 - 16:33

BNE

EWR

20h 33m

1 stop

$1,987Air Canada

Sat, 12 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

16:30 - 15:20

JFK

AVV

31h 50m

2 stops

06:00 - 16:44

AVV

JFK

25h 44m

2 stops

$2,721Qantas Airways

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct

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Delta flights from New York to Australia

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Delta

1 Aug

JFK20:25New York John F Kennedy Intl

44h 25m

1 stop

SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

10 Aug

SYD09:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

24h 37m

1 stop

JFK19:52New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,603

Delta

10 May

JFK16:29New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 21m

2 stops

SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

24 May

SYD09:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 12m

2 stops

JFK21:27New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,605

Delta

26 May

JFK17:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 20m

1 stop

SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

2 June

SYD09:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 32m

1 stop

JFK23:47New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,619

ANA flights from New York to Australia

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ANA

2 Sept

JFK02:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 10m

1 stop

SYD19:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

10 Sept

SYD11:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 10m

1 stop

JFK22:55New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,628

ANA

28 Sept

JFK02:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 10m

1 stop

SYD19:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

15 Oct

SYD12:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 10m

1 stop

JFK22:55New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,631

ANA

20 Sept

JFK02:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 10m

1 stop

SYD19:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

10 Oct

SYD21:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

40h 10m

1 stop

JFK22:55New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,633

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20:25-06:50

1 stop44h 25m

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09:15-19:52

1 stop24h 37m

$1,603

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JFK - SYD

JFKSYD

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 26/5

11:00-06:50

1 stop29h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 2/6

09:15-20:00

1 stop24h 45m

$1,619

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EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

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Sun 2/8

18:00-06:55

1 stop22h 55m

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09:30-16:37

1 stop21h 07m

$1,715

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16:00-06:55

1 stop24h 55m

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10:20-23:50

1 stop27h 30m

$1,720

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EWR - SYD

EWRSYD

Newark

Sun 17/5

18:05-07:20

1 stop23h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

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09:20-16:40

1 stop21h 20m

$1,723

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JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 22/6

16:30-06:45

1 stop24h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 12/7

09:45-18:52

1 stop23h 07m

$1,751

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JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 22/6

16:30-06:45

1 stop24h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 12/7

09:45-19:46

1 stop24h 01m

$1,752

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JFK - BNE

JFKBNE

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 20/5

19:20-08:00

1 stop22h 40m

Brisbane

Tue 26/5

20:35-16:29

1 stop33h 54m

$1,758

NewarkBrisbane

EWR - BNE

EWRBNE

Newark

Sat 12/9

14:25-07:05

2 stops26h 40m

Brisbane

Tue 29/9

10:00-16:33

1 stop20h 33m

$1,987

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - AVV

JFKAVV

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 7/10

16:30-15:20

2 stops31h 50m

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 21/10

06:00-16:44

2 stops25h 44m

$2,721

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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 $169. 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 $216.

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 Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as $2,597. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from New York to Australia on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $2,699. 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 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 $1,922 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 $1,660 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	22h 15m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat and Sun
Airports in Australia	269 airports

The fastest flight from New York to Australia takes 22h 15m

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying 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 May 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).

Best airlines flying from New York to Australia

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $922	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,684 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $1,295	Free cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,000 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,516	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,033 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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