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 26h 15m on average. On the other hand, flying from New York to Melbourne Airport takes 26h 20m 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.

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

Delta is the most popular carrier operating from New York to Melbourne

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 November 2025.

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.

$285 Cheap Flights from New York to Melbourne in 2025/26

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,973 to $2,483. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,562.

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13:00 - 08:00EWR-MEL

27h 00m2 stops

10:10 - 23:55MEL-EWR

29h 45m2 stops

$1,562Delta

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Wed, 18 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar

00:40 - 08:10EWR-MEL

41h 30m2 stops

23:30 - 22:45MEL-EWR

37h 15m2 stops

$1,767Turkish Airlines

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Tue, 21 Apr - Tue, 5 May

09:00 - 12:25EWR-MEL

35h 25m2 stops

13:55 - 16:22MEL-EWR

42h 27m2 stops

$1,848Multiple Airlines

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Tue, 9 Dec - Mon, 9 Feb

00:25 - 09:25EWR-MEL

41h 00m2 stops

00:30 - 22:30MEL-EWR

38h 00m2 stops

$1,856Turkish Airlines

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18:20 - 11:35EWR-MEL

27h 15m2 stops

06:00 - 17:16MEL-EWR

25h 16m2 stops

$1,863Air Canada

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Thu, 9 Apr - Thu, 16 Apr

17:15 - 12:05JFK-MEL

26h 50m1 stop

08:15 - 16:35MEL-JFK

24h 20m2 stops

$1,871Qantas Airways

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16:29 - 10:35JFK-MEL

28h 06m2 stops

06:00 - 21:13MEL-JFK

29h 13m2 stops

$1,875Qantas Airways

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18:25 - 13:05EWR-MEL

27h 40m2 stops

07:10 - 16:53MEL-EWR

24h 43m2 stops

$1,882Air Canada

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12:30 - 05:00LGA-MEL

24h 30m1 stop

16:05 - 20:59MEL-LGA

20h 54m1 stop

$2,090American Airlines

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15:45 - 07:30LGA-MEL

25h 45m2 stops

10:55 - 21:23MEL-LGA

24h 28m2 stops

$2,093United Airlines

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Qantas Airways flights from New York to Melbourne

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Qantas Airways

1 Feb

JFK17:15New York John F Kennedy Intl

26h 50m

1 stop

MEL12:05Melbourne

12 Feb

MEL08:15Melbourne

24h 20m

2 stops

JFK16:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

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1 Feb

JFK15:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 05m

2 stops

MEL10:35Melbourne

12 Feb

MEL07:45Melbourne

24h 50m

2 stops

JFK16:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

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8 Apr

JFK08:29New York John F Kennedy Intl

36h 06m

2 stops

MEL10:35Melbourne

18 May

MEL14:05Melbourne

30h 21m

2 stops

JFK06:26New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,877

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United Airlines flights from New York to Melbourne

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United Airlines

6 Apr

EWR18:30Newark

23h 00m

1 stop

MEL07:30Melbourne

16 Apr

MEL10:55Melbourne

23h 08m

1 stop

EWR20:03Newark

$2,093

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United Airlines

7 Dec

EWR15:30Newark

26h 00m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

27 Dec

MEL11:30Melbourne

34h 07m

2 stops

EWR05:37Newark

$2,106

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7 Dec

EWR16:08Newark

25h 22m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

27 Dec

MEL13:00Melbourne

36h 10m

2 stops

EWR09:10Newark

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13:00-08:00

2 stops27h 00m

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10:10-23:55

2 stops29h 45m

$1,562

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EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

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00:40-08:10

2 stops41h 30m

Melbourne

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23:30-22:45

2 stops37h 15m

$1,767

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Tue 9/12

09:00-12:25

2 stops35h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 9/2

13:55-16:22

2 stops42h 27m

$1,848

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Mon 9/2

00:25-09:25

2 stops41h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 22/2

00:30-22:30

2 stops38h 00m

$1,856

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Thu 9/4

18:20-11:35

2 stops27h 15m

Melbourne

Thu 16/4

06:00-17:16

2 stops25h 16m

$1,863

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/2

17:15-12:05

1 stop26h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 12/2

08:15-16:35

2 stops24h 20m

$1,871

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 22/4

16:29-10:35

2 stops28h 06m

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

06:00-21:13

2 stops29h 13m

$1,875

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Sun 15/3

18:25-13:05

2 stops27h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

07:10-16:53

2 stops24h 43m

$1,882

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LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

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Mon 8/12

12:30-05:00

1 stop24h 30m

Melbourne

Mon 15/12

16:05-20:59

1 stop20h 54m

$2,090

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Fri 10/4

15:45-07:30

2 stops25h 45m

Melbourne

Sat 18/4

10:55-21:23

2 stops24h 28m

$2,093

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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, February 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 $2,071. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of February, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $2,091.

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

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $2,213. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Melbourne on Friday is $3,092.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Melbourne is in the afternoon. Flights from New York to Melbourne during this time can be as low as $2,222. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $2,489. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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 $2,409 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 $1,698 on momondo.

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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 00m 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 November 2025.
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 $1,486	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,014 reviews		Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,885	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 937 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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