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Recent return flight deals to New York

Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
Air Canada Logo
07:00 - 22:36MEL  Melbourne-LGA New York LaGuardia
30h 36m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Vancouver Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
Air Canada Logo
14:55 - 13:35LGA  New York LaGuardia-MEL Melbourne
31h 40m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,330Air Canada
Mon, 5 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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10:20 - 21:03SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-EWR Newark
25h 43m1 stop Vancouver Intl
Air Canada Logo
18:05 - 08:20EWR  Newark-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
23h 15m1 stop Vancouver Intl
$1,332Air Canada
Tue, 20 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
Virgin Australia Logo
10:15 - 23:16SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-EWR Newark
28h 01m2 stops Los Angeles Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Virgin Australia Logo
12:59 - 08:30EWR  Newark-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 31m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Los Angeles
$1,376Virgin Australia
Wed, 20 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb
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11:20 - 22:20SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
27h 00m1 stop Los Angeles
Qantas Airways Logo
10:30 - 09:00JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
30h 30m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,412Qantas Airways
Tue, 9 Mar - Tue, 23 Mar
Qantas Airways Logo
11:20 - 16:20SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 00m1 stop Los Angeles
Qantas Airways Logo
16:30 - 09:00JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 30m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,413Qantas Airways
Fri, 5 Feb - Sun, 14 Feb
Air China Logo
20:15 - 22:10MEL  Melbourne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
41h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital
Air China Logo
01:05 - 13:00JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEL Melbourne
43h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital
$1,422Air China
Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct
Iberia Logo
20:35 - 11:20BNE  Brisbane-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
28h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl
Iberia Logo
14:44 - 05:00JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BNE Brisbane
24h 16m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles
$1,424Iberia
Mon, 2 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
American Airlines Logo
09:40 - 16:13BNE  Brisbane-LGA New York LaGuardia
21h 33m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
13:55 - 06:30LGA  New York LaGuardia-BNE Brisbane
25h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,453American Airlines
Mon, 2 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
American Airlines Logo
09:40 - 19:00BNE  Brisbane-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 20m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
14:36 - 06:30JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-BNE Brisbane
24h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,453American Airlines
Thu, 15 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
Virgin Australia Logo
10:15 - 06:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-EWR Newark
34h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Salt Lake City
Virgin Australia Logo
14:59 - 07:30EWR  Newark-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 31m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Los Angeles
$1,524Virgin Australia
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Australia to New York flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Australia to New York with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to New York?

Melbourne Airport to New York is the cheapest route at $1,330 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. Sydney to New York is the most popular connection with return deals from $1,332.

How much is a flight to New York?

A return flight to New York costs $1,773 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Rockhampton average $1,623, while Brisbane runs a bit higher at $1,629.

What is the cheapest day to fly to New York?

Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to New York at $1,721 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Saturday is the most expensive at $1,958.

What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

  • March is the cheapest month to fly to New York with an average price of $1,484 return.
  • December ($2,095) and June ($1,891) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to New York?

Morning flights to New York are the cheapest at $1,757 return on average. Night flights are the most expensive at $2,053.

What is a good deal for flights to New York?

Flights under $1,414 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to New York at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:

  • Brisbane $1,267
  • Melbourne Airport $1,328
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When are flights to New York the cheapest?

Booking last minute, within 2 weeks of departure, typically offers the lowest fares to New York. It is about 0% cheaper than the typical fare over the last 12 months, based on KAYAK data.

Key details for flights to New York

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$680
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flights from Sydney to Newark Airport

When to book flights to New York

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to New York based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your questions about flights to New York, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Where do I go if I’m getting picked up at LaGuardia Airport?

    The person giving you a ride may wait for free for up to 3h at the B Wait Area, which is right beside Terminal A. Once you’ve cleared customs and collected your bags, you can wait outside the arrivals hall of your terminal. Let your ride know that you’re ready, and they’ll be able to pick you up from Bowery Bay Boulevard (if you’re at Terminal A) or along LaGuardia Drive (if you’re at Terminal B, C or D).

  • How do I catch a taxi into Manhattan from John F Kennedy Airport?

    Your nearest taxi rank will be outside the arrivals hall of your terminal building. All you need to do is approach the next available cab driver and ask if they are accepting passengers. You should be charged a flat rate of around $ 52 (approximately A$ 70) to get into Manhattan. If you’re travelling during peak time (16:00 to 20:00 weekdays), an additional fee of around $ 4.50 (approximately A$ 6) will likely be applied to your trip. Tips are customary in the US, so it’s worth having some cash handy.

  • Is there an on-site airport hotel at LaGuardia Airport?

    If you are considering sleeping at the airport you have two options right on the spot: Airway Inn and Comfort Inn Suites. There are also a few accommodation options close to New York City LaGuardia Airport, like Hampton Inn New York LaGuardia Airport, LaGuardia Plaza Hotel or New York LaGuardia Airport Marriott, which has a free shuttle service.

  • How do I get to Manhattan from New York City LaGuardia Airport?

    The best option is to check if the hotel you booked offers an airport shuttle service, as this will ensure you have a convenient ride straight to the airport. Those who prefer to use public transportation can take the New York City bus; for example, bus M60 goes to Upper Manhattan. You can also take the bus and connect to the metro to reach your final destination in the city.

  • Does John F. Kennedy International Airport provide services for families with kids?

    Although John F. Kennedy International Airport doesn’t have a lot to offer in terms of child-friendly services or facilities, parents with small children will not have any trouble finding facilities where they can change or feed their baby.

  • Can I hire a car at Newark Liberty Airport?

    Yes, if you want to hire a car for the duration of your stay in New York, there are a number of companies operating at Newark Liberty Airport. To see the rental companies and compare services, visit the airport’s website.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at New York?

    Qatar Airways operates the most flights from Australia to New York at 0 per week, while Qantas Airways is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from Australia to New York. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Which airports serve New York?

    Flights to New York arrive at: Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA).

  • Which airports serve New York and the surrounding area?

    Flights to New York can arrive at several major airports serving the metro area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Nearby alternatives within 80.5 km of New York include Newark (EWR), Teterboro (TEB) and Caldwell Wright (CDW). These airports are not in New York itself but may be useful depending on your route, airline, and onward travel plans.

  • How far are the airports serving New York from the city centre?

    New York is served by multiple airports. Newark is 15.1 km from New York city centre, New York John F Kennedy Intl is 20.7 km from New York city centre, and New York LaGuardia is 12.2 km from New York city centre.

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to New York?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to New York are from:
    • Melbourne, from $1,330 return

  • How do I know if a flight to New York is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to New York is around $1,414 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to New York?

    Last-minute fares to New York – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 1% below the average return fare of $1,773. Booking late can sometimes save money, but availability is limited.

Your guide to booking New York flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For flights to New York, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around $1,414 return. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a good deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, aim to travel to New York in March. Return fares historically average $1,484 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to morning to save up to $297 per return. Morning flights to New York average $1,757 compared to $2,053 for evening flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class, and route. On flights to New York, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, Qantas Airways includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, while Emirates includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • Once you arrive in New York, a few great places to start are Times Square, New York City Center, and New York Stock Exchange. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.
  • New York’s John F Kennedy Airport (JFK) has one on-site hotel, TWA Hotel, which can be found right by Terminal 5. There are also plenty of hotels just outside the terminal precinct that offer free transfers for passengers.
  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) has a free train connecting the airport’s three terminals, the car parks and the hire car facilities. The AirTrain departs every 3-5min between 09:00 and 17:00 and every 15min or so between 17:00 and 09:00.
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) has four terminals, and the one you arrive at will depend on the airline you fly with. JetBlue passengers generally arrive in Terminal A, while those flying with United, American Airlines, Southwest and Air Canada should arrive in Terminal B. Terminals C and D both cater to Delta, with Terminal C also handling Spirit and WestJet arrivals.
  • When planning flights to New York, note that there are three airports that serve the New York area – New York City LaGuardia, Newark Liberty and John F. Kennedy International Airport. All of them are well connected with the city and one another, and they boast similar services, though John F. Kennedy International Airport is the largest.
  • Want to unwind after the long flight to New York? Think about getting some beauty treatments while at John F. Kennedy International Airport and stop by the XpresSpa, where you can enjoy a relaxing massage, a manicure and more.
  • To reach the centre of New York from Newark Airport, take the Newark Airport Express bus, which runs round the clock and will drop you off at the most popular stops in the city. You can also take the 24-hour AirTrain to connect to NJ Transit and Amtrak, which will allow you to easily reach most areas of the city.
  • Those who are travelling to New York with their pets will find animal relief areas at all the New York airports. John F. Kennedy International Airport features indoor and outdoor relief areas in all terminals, LaGuardia has a mixture of outdoor and indoor pet parks depending on the terminal, while Newark Liberty Airport has pet relief areas outside each terminal.
  • Business travellers who have to do some work or those who want to surf the Internet after their flight to New York can connect to free and unlimited Wi-Fi that is offered by all three airports. Travellers at LaGuardia Airport can also rent workstations, which will provide them with a quiet and comfortable space.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to New York

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to New York? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
DeltaOverall score based on 8554 reviews
7.2Food
8.5Crew
7.8Comfort
7.8Entertainment
8.1Boarding
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No headphones, forced to sit in another seat that I did not book, had to check my carry on when I boarded the plane I saw backpacks and other non carry on items stuffed in the carry on holder! Horrible experience Wi-Fi did not work either

2.0 MediocreMaxx, Sept 2026
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No headphones, forced to sit in another seat that I did not book, had to check my carry on when I boarded the plane I saw backpacks and other non carry on items stuffed in the carry on holder! Horrible experience Wi-Fi did not work either

Terrible - the flight was delayed taking off after boarding. Then the flight circled lga before landing. Significant delay

Our flight from Detroit to LaGuardia on Thursday 8/20 was delayed from 555 to 910 due to storms and a ground stop at LGA. It’s never fun to be stuck at the airport but I thought the desk crew and captain handled it well and kept us informed. I especially liked how they referred to us as their “LaGuardia family.” I am a loyal delta customer and this is one of the reasons why.

Pushing back flight and ultimately cancelling it after multiple changes and hours of delays. Comm were terrible as to what was going on and what options were available.

Although I know the Airlines cannot control the situation when there’s a ground stoppage, it would’ve been nicer if we would have had more up-to-date information clarity around the delays. Additionally, I think the delays also took a toll on the Cabin crew, particularly the lead flight attendant in first class. She was not very friendly when we boarded the plane for many of the passengers. Number one she refused to hang a garment bag in the front closet for a first class passenger, she was unwilling to dispose of an empty bottle in the trash as I was boarding (despite drinking a bottle of water herself and needing to disregard), and she was very combative with a passenger, who needed to access something from his bag that was Gate checked. Frankly, it was really unfortunate as I’ve never seen a flight attendant behave that way directly to the passengers, particularly when none of us had done anything wrong.

the flight got cancelled - few hours before the departure time - no time to change

The meal tray was not usable it was completely uneven

Flight from Savannah arrived very late and we did not take off till 2 hours after scheduled departure!

My flight was canceled, and instead of rebooking me on a non-stop first-class flight for the same day, which I originally had, Delta rebooked me on a one-stop flight for the following day. When I checked the Delta app, I noticed that there were available flights for both the same day and the next day. I believe this indicates poor management on their part.

So terrible. My flight was 4 hours delayed and we weren't notified til last second within an hour of boarding. WE had to sit on the plane for 4 hours. ridiculous.

Overall, it was a very good experience. I would have given it a 10/10, especially based on our flight from SFO to Melbourne. The cabin crew on that flight were wonderful and incredibly attentive. They took extra care when setting up our beds so we could sleep comfortably without being disturbed. Dinner was served promptly and smoothly. I woke up quite late, when the flight was already preparing for landing, and the crew still made sure I was taken care of. They brought me English tea in a proper cup, and when it was time to prepare the cabin for landing, they thoughtfully transferred it into a takeaway cup so I could continue enjoying it along with some breakfast. Those small, thoughtful gestures made the long flight feel much more comfortable and special. The service from the SFO to Melbourne crew was truly excellent.

Great food and good entertainment options for the long flight.

Loved the food and beverages available, spacious economy class, excellent entertainment

Very good overall. Highly recommend for all flying to Australia

We had bulkhead seats in a A380 in the upper deck in seats 31 D and E. Storage was very limited other than in overhead bin - which is not within reach when in seat. Yet paying same price as others in premium economy who have a lot more storage within arm’s reach. Seems very unfair.

Good check in and helpful staff. Delayed for 1 hour. Took about 45 Mins to get baggage’s at DFW . Food was average ( Hindu meal ) . Overall it was good experience

they ran out of fruit for breakfast and so I just had a yogurt instead. other than that the flight was good

Everything was great from the staff to the seats and food. The plane was timely taking off and landing.. I couldn't have asked for a better experience (especially on such a long flight)

Overall a positive experience. As long as you are not connecting-I found the discount offered by Kayak and the customer service to be very good.

large seats was good. delayed flight, no food, no entertainment. plane was not cleaned, see rubbish from prior flights

WiFi was slow as compared to trip down. Maybe because it was a night flight and more people were using it?

Excellent except for the 2 screaming kids who wouldn’t stop crying and screaming for the entire flight but what are you going to do? The flight was early- good experience

Terrible service - they don’t want to be there and bad food. Entertainment system in economy from the 2000s

Boarding was a complete mess. The whole system went down. People got wrong seat for the first half an hour.

First time flying business class. Very comfortable for our long flight to Europe.

Flight was late to take off Plane broke down Had to move everyone to another plane Told we weren’t going to LGA but Newark Also told we would be taken to NY But United lied and we ended up at Newark at 2 in the morning Horrible experience. And the experience of trying to get compensation from United is just as bad. They could not care less about their passengers Never again!

There was no room in overhead bin to place our luggage despite we had tree seats. It means a lot of people had more than 1 carry on bags. When I asked a crew member to help she said that it was not her responsibility.

There was no screens on board AND the WiFi didn’t work. My seat was broken and couldn’t recline so I couldn’t even sleep. The flight attendants didn’t offer anything to make it more comfortable. It was such an old cramped plane, when the person in front of me reclined I couldn’t even open my tray table. All the United ads talk about guaranteeing everyone gets a screen!

Wheelchair assistance was not complete. The person left me at the departure gate without informing the groundstaff of my requirements. I had to walk to the departure counter to ask for help to reach the plane door. The crew informed me that in future they were not allowed to help passengers like me, senior citizen and Wheelchair passenger with placing their carry on bags in the overhead compartments!

Very bumpy flight & the crew was not happy to be there

AA was fine....the overall experience was subpar, but not due to the airline due to broader issues

Old plane. Nowhere as compared to non US airlines like JAL.

Not good always. Even our trip to japan was disaster with the American airlines delays and cancellatios. Now unfortunately we needed to book again with them last min. Was okay but as usual not comfortable seating.

Susan the flight attendant was great. She greeted me with a smile and showed great hospitality.

Horrible! We departed out of terminal 5, not only was the sign for flights and gate information were so badly organized that it took 2 minutes for all of the flight info load for the correct airline. One would think BA would have new and well managed jet ways, but no you had to take a bus to the plane. It took for every and detailed departure by 40 mins. I’ve had better class of service from Indian Airlines. BA needs to work on upscaling to meet the Industry norms. I can see regional airlines using this loading method but not on an international flight.

Flying on this airline is nothing short of a full blown circus clown show. On a recent return from my mother’s funeral, my only available choice from IND to PWM was American, which I hesitantly booked as I rarely fly them for many of the following reasons and never will again. I was booked IND-PHL-PWM totaling about six hours. The flight was cancelled due to NE weather. They rebooked me on a two stop flight IND-DFW (Yes DALLAS)-PHL-PWM, still all on the same day. After arriving in DFW, they continually delayed the DFW-PHL flight due to maintenance issues on the arriving flight. Finally it was delayed to the point that my PHL-PWM connection was no longer possible. They then rebooked me thru LGA with the short flight the NEXT DAY to PWM and offered to put me up for the night in NYC (or so I assumed). The flight DFW-LGA was then delayed so much that I asked to be put in an earlier flight with a lessor delay. Throughout this day chats with their AI assistant were useless as were subsequent chats supposedly with a real person(?). Only one customer service agent in DFW was actually helpful and appeared to care. Upon arrival at LGA post midnight, they issued me car and hotel vouchers in Trenton NEW JERSEY at a very old Howard Johnsons ONE HALF HOUR from LGA. The hotel was an $85, 1.5 rated hotel in a very sketchy area of NJ that I would have never voluntarily booked. As I prepared to catch the car back to LGA the next morning I received a text that my flight was cancelled. TWICE IN TWO DAYS. I went to LGA hoping to have AA book me on an earlier Delta flight. The full service line was at least 200 people deep, so I tried to reach a real person agent by phone. After 1/2 hours on hold I gave up and waited for my later LGA-PWM flight. It actually started boarding on-time, but only shortly after announced a maintenance hold. We were told it was nothing serious, just an adjustment to the Captains seat. Only one update was given while we waited 1.5+ hours for a “SEAT ADJUSTMENT”. Can’t forget to mention that on all of these planes the WiFi only worked on two. During that time at least three others flights in my area announced that they were overbooked and were taking volunteers before bumping people. Another flight to ORD announced a gate change and less than five minutes after announced that they were really not changing and announced for everyone to return to that gate. Can’t forget to mention that on all of these planes the WiFi only worked on two.🤡🤡

Overall good, but it would be better more movies and tv shows options

Boarding was horrendous! Took absolutely forever… and the delay from the broken coffee pot was really kind of ridiculous

Food horrible, even because there was no food the personal was rude and show off and the landing and take off ,was an adventure.

Old plane. Dirty. Not many things worked. Service was poor.

Delayed as usual with Air Canada. Checked the status of the fly online it said took off when the plain was still at the gate.

Extremely turbulent landing. Crew was friendly and plane comfortable. Airport and US pre clearance was understaffed

A sandwich and a drink would have been better thank a snack bar...

1 hour late No hot drinks No restroom in the back of the plane

I had wonderful wheelchair assistance through the Montreal airport onto the flight. Air Canada was excellent in this both at the Fredericton airport and the Montreal one where an attendant helped us through customs as well as transport and baggage security.

I had a very disappointing experience with customer service. I was suffering from a severe viral infection that included a rash and persistent cough, leaving me unable to even sit upright. Given the circumstances, I requested travel credits from Canada Air, explaining the potential health risk to others onboard. However, the airline showed no concern for my condition and stated they were not in a position to make decisions based on health considerations. Despite my illness, I received no support or flexibility. Ultimately, I chose to forgo my flight due to their lack of responsiveness. It’s unfortunate that airlines like this operate without prioritizing passenger health and safety.

Flight got delayed for no reason. And Air Canada was doing 3 boardings via the same gate. It was chaotic!

Friendly efficient crew, but plane had no way to charge phone. That is a near necessity with today’s travel where we carry out travel documents on our phones.

Registered my luggage at 5pm. Arrived at JFK at 1:00 am. Worst trip ever. Never again

Air Canada never runs on time. You’re lucky if your flight is not cancelled or diverted. Worst airline in the world for gas lighting its customers.

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