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

Philippine Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from New York to Melbourne

How long does it take to fly to Melbourne?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in New York you fly out of and what airport in Melbourne you fly into. For example, flying from Newark to Melbourne Airport takes 24h on average. On the other hand, flying from New York to Melbourne Airport takes 24h 29m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

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

Prices for flights from New York to Melbourne are updated daily.

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

There are 2 operators available for flights from New York to Melbourne as of January 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Melbourne.

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

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

$574 Cheap Flights from New York to Melbourne in 2026

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Melbourne?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,411 to $2,200. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,432.

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09:10 - 09:30

EWR

MEL

32h 20m

1 stop

13:45 - 16:26

MEL

EWR

41h 41m

2 stops

$1,432Multiple Airlines

Tue, 3 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar

18:59 - 06:45

EWR

MEL

45h 46m

1 stop

13:30 - 05:45

MEL

EWR

30h 15m

2 stops

$1,456Multiple Airlines

Tue, 7 Apr - Sat, 18 Apr

17:15 - 08:20

JFK

MEL

23h 05m

1 stop

09:20 - 14:25

MEL

JFK

21h 05m

1 stop

$1,461Qantas Airways

Wed, 18 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb

06:59 - 06:45

EWR

MEL

33h 46m

1 stop

13:25 - 16:20

MEL

EWR

40h 55m

2 stops

$1,465Multiple Airlines

Sat, 25 Apr - Tue, 12 May

09:10 - 09:30

EWR

MEL

32h 20m

1 stop

13:55 - 15:27

MEL

EWR

40h 32m

2 stops

$1,467Multiple Airlines

Sat, 28 Feb - Mon, 9 Mar

17:15 - 08:20

JFK

MEL

23h 05m

1 stop

23:55 - 14:25

MEL

JFK

30h 30m

1 stop

$1,488Qantas Airways

Wed, 18 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar

15:36 - 09:30

LGA

MEL

25h 54m

2 stops

11:30 - 19:21

MEL

LGA

23h 51m

2 stops

$1,593United Airlines

Wed, 18 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb

14:59 - 09:30

LGA

MEL

26h 31m

2 stops

10:30 - 18:41

MEL

LGA

23h 11m

2 stops

$1,594United Airlines

Wed, 18 Feb - Tue, 17 Mar

20:00 - 07:00

LGA

MEL

44h 00m

2 stops

09:10 - 23:42

MEL

LGA

29h 32m

2 stops

$1,603Delta

Sun, 15 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar

20:30 - 07:50

LGA

MEL

45h 20m

2 stops

10:00 - 23:43

MEL

LGA

27h 43m

2 stops

$1,604Delta

Sun, 10 May - Wed, 20 May

Air Canada flights from New York to Melbourne

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Air Canada

28 Apr

EWR12:02Newark

33h 03m

3 stops

MEL11:05Melbourne

14 July

MEL06:00Melbourne

24h 33m

2 stops

EWR16:33Newark

$1,494

Air Canada

6 May

EWR11:00Newark

34h 05m

3 stops

MEL11:05Melbourne

20 May

MEL06:00Melbourne

24h 40m

2 stops

EWR16:40Newark

$1,497

Air Canada

5 Apr

EWR18:00Newark

27h 05m

2 stops

MEL11:05Melbourne

18 Apr

MEL19:40Melbourne

34h 50m

2 stops

EWR16:30Newark

$1,501

United Airlines flights from New York to Melbourne

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United Airlines

1 Feb

EWR16:40Newark

25h 20m

1 stop

MEL10:00Melbourne

15 Feb

MEL13:00Melbourne

24h 48m

1 stop

EWR21:48Newark

$1,570

United Airlines

1 Feb

EWR16:15Newark

25h 15m

1 stop

MEL09:30Melbourne

15 Feb

MEL11:30Melbourne

21h 19m

1 stop

EWR16:49Newark

$1,574

United Airlines

1 Feb

EWR15:00Newark

27h 00m

1 stop

MEL10:00Melbourne

15 Feb

MEL11:30Melbourne

22h 44m

1 stop

EWR18:14Newark

$1,576

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NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Tue 3/3

09:10-09:30

1 stop32h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 17/3

13:45-16:26

2 stops41h 41m

$1,432

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Tue 7/4

18:59-06:45

1 stop45h 46m

Melbourne

Sat 18/4

13:30-05:45

2 stops30h 15m

$1,456

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 18/2

17:15-08:20

1 stop23h 05m

Melbourne

Wed 25/2

09:20-14:25

1 stop21h 05m

$1,461

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Sat 25/4

06:59-06:45

1 stop33h 46m

Melbourne

Tue 12/5

13:25-16:20

2 stops40h 55m

$1,465

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Sat 28/2

09:10-09:30

1 stop32h 20m

Melbourne

Mon 9/3

13:55-15:27

2 stops40h 32m

$1,467

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 18/2

17:15-08:20

1 stop23h 05m

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

23:55-14:25

1 stop30h 30m

$1,488

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Wed 18/2

15:36-09:30

2 stops25h 54m

Melbourne

Wed 25/2

11:30-19:21

2 stops23h 51m

$1,593

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Wed 18/2

14:59-09:30

2 stops26h 31m

Melbourne

Tue 17/3

10:30-18:41

2 stops23h 11m

$1,594

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Sun 15/3

20:00-07:00

2 stops44h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

09:10-23:42

2 stops29h 32m

$1,603

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Sun 10/5

20:30-07:50

2 stops45h 20m

Melbourne

Wed 20/5

10:00-23:43

2 stops27h 43m

$1,604

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Melbourne?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,807. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of March, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,853.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $2,161 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne from New York for as low as $1,794 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	23h 10m
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The fastest flight from New York to Melbourne takes 23h 10m

There are no direct flights from New York to Melbourne. There are no popular flight routes from New York to Melbourne.

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How far is New York to Melbourne by plane?
A flight from New York to Melbourne will travel around 16662.4 km. Typically, this will take 23h 10m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from New York to Melbourne are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Melbourne?
There are 2 operators available for flights from New York to Melbourne as of January 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Melbourne?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York to Melbourne.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Melbourne 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 Melbourne. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from New York to Melbourne

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,394	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,219 reviews		Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,768	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 982 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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