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

Qantas Airways, American Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Melbourne

How long does it take to fly to Melbourne?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in State of 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 30m on average. On the other hand, flying from Newark to Melbourne Airport takes 24h 15m 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 refresh daily.

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As of June 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Melbourne.

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 required for your trip to Melbourne can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Melbourne. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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11:00 - 06:45

JFK

MEL

28h 45m

1 stop

22:45 - 06:04

MEL

JFK

22h 19m

1 stop

$1,658Qantas Airways

Thu, 15 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct

16:30 - 09:30

JFK

MEL

26h 00m

1 stop

23:15 - 07:28

MEL

JFK

24h 13m

1 stop

$1,660Qantas Airways

Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

19:20 - 08:20

JFK

MEL

23h 00m

1 stop

09:45 - 19:45

MEL

JFK

24h 00m

1 stop

$1,700Qantas Airways

Thu, 6 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug

14:42 - 05:00

JFK

MEL

24h 18m

1 stop

09:45 - 18:35

MEL

JFK

22h 50m

1 stop

$1,705American Airlines

Mon, 3 Aug - Sat, 15 Aug

13:42 - 06:45

HPN

MEL

27h 03m

2 stops

09:45 - 21:59

MEL

HPN

26h 14m

2 stops

$1,709American Airlines

Tue, 11 Aug - Tue, 18 Aug

18:00 - 08:15

EWR

MEL

24h 15m

1 stop

10:55 - 23:49

MEL

EWR

26h 54m

1 stop

$1,724United Airlines

Fri, 14 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug

15:39 - 07:30

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MEL

25h 51m

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10:55 - 23:24

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LGA

26h 29m

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$1,724United Airlines

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15:38 - 08:15

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MEL

26h 37m

2 stops

10:55 - 20:09

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EWR

23h 14m

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$1,743Lufthansa

Tue, 11 Aug - Tue, 18 Aug

08:55 - 22:50

JFK

AVV

47h 55m

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10:30 - 06:55

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JFK

34h 25m

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$1,789Multiple Airlines

Sun, 26 Jul - Sun, 2 Aug

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AVV

30h 15m

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AVV

EWR

26h 49m

2 stops

$1,925Multiple Airlines

Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov

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Qantas Airways flights from State of New York to Melbourne

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Qantas Airways

15 Oct

JFK11:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 45m

1 stop

MEL06:45Melbourne

26 Oct

MEL22:45Melbourne

22h 19m

1 stop

JFK06:04New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,658

Qantas Airways

29 Oct

JFK16:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

26h 00m

1 stop

MEL09:30Melbourne

5 Nov

MEL23:15Melbourne

24h 13m

1 stop

JFK07:28New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,660

Qantas Airways

6 Aug

JFK19:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 00m

1 stop

MEL08:20Melbourne

25 Aug

MEL09:45Melbourne

24h 00m

1 stop

JFK19:45New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,700

Air New Zealand flights from State of New York to Melbourne

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Air New Zealand

9 Sept

EWR12:10Newark

29h 20m

1 stop

MEL07:30Melbourne

16 Sept

MEL10:55Melbourne

22h 09m

1 stop

EWR19:04Newark

$1,790

Air New Zealand

5 Aug

EWR18:45Newark

22h 45m

1 stop

MEL07:30Melbourne

26 Aug

MEL10:55Melbourne

24h 54m

1 stop

EWR21:49Newark

$1,792

Air New Zealand

1 July

EWR16:00Newark

25h 30m

1 stop

MEL07:30Melbourne

26 Aug

MEL10:55Melbourne

23h 14m

1 stop

EWR20:09Newark

$1,795

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1 stop23h 00m

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1 stop24h 00m

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1 stop24h 18m

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1 stop22h 50m

$1,705

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Tue 11/8

13:42-06:45

2 stops27h 03m

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2 stops26h 14m

$1,709

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1 stop24h 15m

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1 stop26h 54m

$1,724

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Fri 14/8

15:39-07:30

2 stops25h 51m

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Mon 24/8

10:55-23:24

2 stops26h 29m

$1,724

NewarkMelbourne

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EWRMEL

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15:38-08:15

2 stops26h 37m

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1 stop23h 14m

$1,743

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 26/7

08:55-22:50

2 stops47h 55m

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Sun 2/8

10:30-06:55

2 stops34h 25m

$1,789

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18:05-15:20

2 stops30h 15m

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Mon 23/11

06:00-16:49

2 stops26h 49m

$1,925

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from State of New York to Melbourne. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $257. If you aren’t able to travel to Melbourne during the month of September, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $265.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York State to Melbourne?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne from State of New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne for around $2,062 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 State of New York for as low as $1,829 on momondo.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from New York State to Melbourne

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Melbourne?
Prices for flights from New York to Melbourne refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Melbourne?
As of June 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Melbourne.
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 required for your trip to Melbourne can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Melbourne. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from State of New York to Melbourne

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $958	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,895 reviews		Search United Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,641	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,054 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights

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