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

American 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 New York to Melbourne Airport takes 23h 10m on average. On the other hand, flying from Newark to Melbourne Airport takes 24h 23m 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.

$743 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 low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,717 to $2,602. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,522.

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18:00 - 14:20

EWR

AVV

30h 20m

2 stops

20:40 - 16:29

AVV

EWR

33h 49m

2 stops

$1,522Multiple Airlines

Mon, 13 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

14:30 - 16:05

EWR

AVV

35h 35m

3 stops

20:40 - 16:29

AVV

EWR

33h 49m

2 stops

$1,534Multiple Airlines

Mon, 13 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr

18:25 - 13:35

EWR

MEL

27h 10m

2 stops

06:05 - 15:53

MEL

EWR

25h 48m

2 stops

$1,543Multiple Airlines

Sun, 1 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar

18:05 - 11:35

EWR

MEL

27h 30m

2 stops

06:00 - 16:40

MEL

EWR

24h 40m

2 stops

$1,545Air Canada

Sun, 10 May - Wed, 20 May

18:25 - 12:35

EWR

MEL

27h 10m

2 stops

07:10 - 16:53

MEL

EWR

24h 43m

2 stops

$1,546Air Canada

Sun, 15 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar

17:25 - 09:30

JFK

MEL

24h 05m

1 stop

06:45 - 15:25

MEL

JFK

23h 40m

1 stop

$1,575Qantas Airways

Sat, 21 Feb - Sat, 14 Mar

17:15 - 08:20

JFK

MEL

23h 05m

1 stop

12:00 - 21:59

MEL

JFK

25h 59m

1 stop

$1,582Qantas Airways

Sat, 14 Feb - Fri, 6 Mar

15:36 - 09:25

LGA

MEL

25h 49m

2 stops

12:10 - 20:51

MEL

LGA

23h 41m

2 stops

$1,747Air New Zealand

Wed, 4 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar

15:41 - 09:25

LGA

MEL

25h 44m

2 stops

12:10 - 20:51

MEL

LGA

24h 41m

2 stops

$1,748Air New Zealand

Mon, 9 Feb - Mon, 16 Feb

12:30 - 05:00

LGA

MEL

24h 30m

1 stop

16:05 - 23:43

MEL

LGA

23h 38m

1 stop

$1,756American Airlines

Sat, 31 Jan - Sat, 14 Feb

American Airlines flights from New York to Melbourne

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American Airlines

31 Jan

LGA10:35New York LaGuardia

26h 25m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

14 Feb

MEL16:05Melbourne

23h 38m

1 stop

LGA23:43New York LaGuardia

$1,756

American Airlines

7 Mar

LGA10:38New York LaGuardia

26h 22m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

14 Mar

MEL16:05Melbourne

22h 38m

1 stop

LGA23:43New York LaGuardia

$1,772

American Airlines

31 Jan

LGA09:00New York LaGuardia

28h 00m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

7 Feb

MEL16:05Melbourne

23h 53m

2 stops

LGA23:58New York LaGuardia

$1,780

United Airlines flights from New York to Melbourne

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United Airlines

31 Jan

LGA15:29New York LaGuardia

26h 01m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

14 Feb

MEL11:30Melbourne

24h 23m

2 stops

LGA19:53New York LaGuardia

$1,789

United Airlines

21 Feb

LGA15:25New York LaGuardia

26h 05m

2 stops

MEL09:30Melbourne

8 Mar

MEL11:30Melbourne

25h 06m

2 stops

LGA20:36New York LaGuardia

$1,792

United Airlines

28 Feb

LGA15:25New York LaGuardia

26h 35m

2 stops

MEL10:00Melbourne

7 Mar

MEL11:30Melbourne

26h 06m

2 stops

LGA21:36New York LaGuardia

$1,795

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NewarkMelbourne

EWR - AVV

EWRAVV

Newark

Mon 13/4

18:00-14:20

2 stops30h 20m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 27/4

20:40-16:29

2 stops33h 49m

$1,522

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - AVV

EWRAVV

Newark

Mon 13/4

14:30-16:05

3 stops35h 35m

Melbourne Avalon

Mon 27/4

20:40-16:29

2 stops33h 49m

$1,534

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Sun 1/3

18:25-13:35

2 stops27h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

06:05-15:53

2 stops25h 48m

$1,543

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Sun 10/5

18:05-11:35

2 stops27h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 20/5

06:00-16:40

2 stops24h 40m

$1,545

NewarkMelbourne

EWR - MEL

EWRMEL

Newark

Sun 15/3

18:25-12:35

2 stops27h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 22/3

07:10-16:53

2 stops24h 43m

$1,546

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 21/2

17:25-09:30

1 stop24h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

06:45-15:25

1 stop23h 40m

$1,575

New YorkMelbourne

JFK - MEL

JFKMEL

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 14/2

17:15-08:20

1 stop23h 05m

Melbourne

Fri 6/3

12:00-21:59

1 stop25h 59m

$1,582

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Wed 4/3

15:36-09:25

2 stops25h 49m

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

12:10-20:51

2 stops23h 41m

$1,747

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Mon 9/2

15:41-09:25

2 stops25h 44m

Melbourne

Mon 16/2

12:10-20:51

2 stops24h 41m

$1,748

New YorkMelbourne

LGA - MEL

LGAMEL

New York LaGuardia

Sat 31/1

12:30-05:00

1 stop24h 30m

Melbourne

Sat 14/2

16:05-23:43

1 stop23h 38m

$1,756

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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 $1,977. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of March, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $2,010.

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 $2,258 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 $1,869 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	22h 45m
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The fastest flight from New York to Melbourne takes 22h 45m

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 22h 45m 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 $1,453	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,162 reviews		Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,843	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 971 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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