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 23h 05m on average. On the other hand, flying from New York to Melbourne Airport takes 23h 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?

Lufthansa, American Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers 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 December 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.

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12:37 - 05:00

EWR

MEL

24h 23m1 stop

16:05 - 23:40

MEL

EWR

23h 35m1 stop

$1,486American Airlines

la, 31 tammi - la, 21 helmi

06:00 - 05:00

EWR

MEL

31h 00m1 stop

16:05 - 23:40

MEL

EWR

23h 35m1 stop

$1,487American Airlines

la, 31 tammi - la, 21 helmi

18:00 - 09:30

EWR

MEL

23h 30m1 stop

11:30 - 21:25

MEL

EWR

25h 55m1 stop

$1,504United Airlines

to, 29 tammi - ke, 11 helmi

16:40 - 10:00

EWR

MEL

25h 20m1 stop

11:30 - 18:20

MEL

EWR

22h 50m1 stop

$1,507United Airlines

to, 29 tammi - ke, 11 helmi

13:05 - 13:35

LGA

MEL

32h 30m3 stops

07:00 - 22:33

MEL

LGA

31h 33m3 stops

$1,672Air Canada

ti, 3 helmi - su, 15 helmi

15:00 - 17:00

JFK

MEL

34h 00m1 stop

18:20 - 09:20

MEL

JFK

30h 00m1 stop

$1,672Etihad Airways

pe, 27 helmi - to, 19 maalis

15:00 - 17:00

JFK

MEL

34h 00m1 stop

18:20 - 16:25

MEL

JFK

37h 05m1 stop

$1,674Etihad Airways

pe, 27 helmi - ti, 17 maalis

15:30 - 12:35

LGA

MEL

30h 05m3 stops

06:00 - 20:32

MEL

LGA

29h 32m3 stops

$1,712Air Canada

la, 21 maalis - la, 4 huhti

16:05 - 15:50

LGA

AVV

31h 45m2 stops

08:10 - 18:59

AVV

LGA

26h 49m2 stops

$4,419Qantas Airways

su, 15 helmi - to, 19 helmi

16:59 - 15:50

LGA

AVV

30h 51m2 stops

06:00 - 19:44

AVV

LGA

29h 44m2 stops

$4,420Qantas Airways

su, 15 helmi - to, 19 helmi

Air Canada flights from New York to Melbourne

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Air Canada

29 Jan

EWR18:25Newark

28h 50m

2 stops

MEL15:15Melbourne

11 Feb

MEL07:10Melbourne

25h 43m

2 stops

EWR16:53Newark

$1,531

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Air Canada

29 Jan

EWR18:25Newark

27h 50m

2 stops

MEL14:15Melbourne

11 Feb

MEL07:45Melbourne

25h 08m

2 stops

EWR16:53Newark

$1,537

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Air Canada

29 Jan

EWR18:25Newark

27h 50m

2 stops

MEL14:15Melbourne

11 Feb

MEL07:45Melbourne

28h 49m

3 stops

EWR20:34Newark

$1,546

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Delta flights from New York to Melbourne

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Delta

2 Mar

JFK15:25New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 35m

1 stop

MEL08:00Melbourne

18 Mar

MEL09:10Melbourne

23h 43m

1 stop

JFK17:53New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,678

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Delta

3 Mar

JFK19:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

45h 00m

2 stops

MEL08:00Melbourne

18 Mar

MEL09:10Melbourne

26h 44m

2 stops

JFK20:54New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,686

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1 Mar

JFK18:15New York John F Kennedy Intl

45h 45m

1 stop

MEL08:00Melbourne

18 Mar

MEL09:10Melbourne

23h 43m

1 stop

JFK17:53New York John F Kennedy Intl

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EWRMEL

Newark

la 31/1

12:37-05:00

1 stop24h 23m

Melbourne

la 21/2

16:05-23:40

1 stop23h 35m

$1,486

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

la 31/1

06:00-05:00

1 stop31h 00m

Melbourne

la 21/2

16:05-23:40

1 stop23h 35m

$1,487

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

to 29/1

18:00-09:30

1 stop23h 30m

Melbourne

ke 11/2

11:30-21:25

1 stop25h 55m

$1,504

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

to 29/1

16:40-10:00

1 stop25h 20m

Melbourne

ke 11/2

11:30-18:20

1 stop22h 50m

$1,507

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

ti 3/2

13:05-13:35

3 stops32h 30m

Melbourne

su 15/2

07:00-22:33

3 stops31h 33m

$1,672

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

pe 27/2

15:00-17:00

1 stop34h 00m

Melbourne

to 19/3

18:20-09:20

1 stop30h 00m

$1,672

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

pe 27/2

15:00-17:00

1 stop34h 00m

Melbourne

ti 17/3

18:20-16:25

1 stop37h 05m

$1,674

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

la 21/3

15:30-12:35

3 stops30h 05m

Melbourne

la 4/4

06:00-20:32

3 stops29h 32m

$1,712

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - AVV

LGAAVV

New York LaGuardia

su 15/2

16:05-15:50

2 stops31h 45m

Melbourne Avalon

to 19/2

08:10-18:59

2 stops26h 49m

$4,419

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - AVV

LGAAVV

New York LaGuardia

su 15/2

16:59-15:50

2 stops30h 51m

Melbourne Avalon

to 19/2

06:00-19:44

2 stops29h 44m

$4,420

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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 $2,053. 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 $2,053.

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 $2,176. 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 $3,040.

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 $2,184. Flights to Melbourne are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $2,447. 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 $2,323 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 $1,621 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	23h 05m
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The fastest flight from New York to Melbourne takes 23h 05m

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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 05m 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 December 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 $1,557	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,094 reviews		Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,853	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 947 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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