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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Melbourne? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Melbourne.$1,577 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Oct, returning Fri, 31 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,577, select.
Melbourne.$1,588 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 May, returning Sat, 24 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Sat, 17 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Sat, 24 May, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,588, select.
Melbourne.$1,620 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Apr, returning Tue, 6 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 22 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 6 May, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,620, select.
Melbourne.$1,723 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Tue, 10 Jun.Return flight with United and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,723, select.
Melbourne.$1,958 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 May, returning Thu, 31 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Virgin Australia.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Fri, 2 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,958, select.
Melbourne.$1,986 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jul, returning Mon, 14 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,986, select.
Melbourne.$2,006 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug, returning Fri, 22 Aug.Return flight with jetBlue and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from New York Newark on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,006, select.
Melbourne.$2,032 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul, returning Tue, 26 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,032, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in October.
Apr
from $2,484
May
from $1,588
Jun
from $1,723
Jul
from $1,986
Aug
from $2,006
Sep
from $2,261
Oct
from $1,577
Nov
from $2,296
Dec
from $2,206
Jan
from $2,121
Feb
from $2,237
Mar
from $2,237

Alternative New York to Melbourne routes

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New York to Melbourne: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,577
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from New York to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Melbourne is $1,577. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,577.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from New York to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Melbourne is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from New York, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from $1,577.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Melbourne on Saturday, 18 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York and Melbourne. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 15°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Melbourne is Spirit Airlines .

Flying from New York to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from New York to Melbourne. Check out your options for departing New York from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is where you'll be arriving in Melbourne.

  • The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11, which is 15 hours ahead of New York.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your New York to Melbourne flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're flying during a popular month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Melbourne

  • To find cheap New York to Melbourne flights, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from New York to Melbourne across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from New York to Melbourne couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Or sort your New York to Melbourne flight results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Flying from New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for New York to Melbourne flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • Auckland Airport (AKL)

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • JFK is about 19 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from New York to Melbourne or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:

  • When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, 74.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

  • The address for JFK is JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your New York to Melbourne flight, browse these options when departing from Newark Liberty International Airport:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • EWR is about 14 kilometres from central New York. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from New York to Melbourne, stay in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport:

  • 73.3% of flights leaving Newark Liberty International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.

  • EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • You can book a ticket from New York to Melbourne leaving from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with a stopover. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is a major connection point.

  • From the centre of New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It takes roughly 25 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour or so on public transport.

  • Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near LaGuardia Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early New York to Melbourne flight:

  • LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights touch down as expected and your plans stay right on track.

  • You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.

Arriving in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 30 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from New York to Melbourne. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:

  • Pick up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own set of wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are popular providers to choose from here.

  • Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • As soon as your flight from New York to Melbourne has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is approximately 48 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).

  • If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 2 hours 5 minutes or so.

  • Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire make picking up an Avalon Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Get first dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from AVV three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.

Essendon Airport (MEB)

  • Step off your flight from New York to Melbourne and travel to your hotel or start exploring right away. The centre of Melbourne is around 11 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and usually takes 25 minutes to reach by car.

  • The journey will take about 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • Whether you want a mini for a solo escape or a roomy SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the right Essendon Airport rental car for you. Explore the range of wheels available from companies such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.

  • Rental companies sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so book your vehicle from MEB a few weeks ahead of your flight from New York to Melbourne. A little planning can save you money.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from New York to Melbourne. January is the most popular month to travel to Melbourne. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your New York to Melbourne ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from New York to Melbourne in July when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).

More about Melbourne

  • Start your Melbourne trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from New York to Melbourne, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • Federation Square and National Gallery of Victoria are just two of the top attractions to put on your Melbourne to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Eureka Skydeck 88.

Explore more of Australia

  • Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.

  • Around 64 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, Geelong is another favourite stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Ford Motor Company, Roraima Nursery and RTC Resource Centre.

Plan the rest of your trip from New York to Melbourne

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