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Cheapest return fare
$1,304
Typical prices: $1,389-$2,010
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Wed 23/9Mon 12/10
MEL - EWR • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$821
Typical prices: $1,156-$1,680
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Mon 2/11
MEL - EWR • 2 stops
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Cheapest • Avg $361 (return)
Shortest trip • 7h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to New York (MEL-NYC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Melbourne to New York that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to New York

Wed, 23 Sep - Mon, 12 Oct
Air Canada Logo
06:00 - 16:33MEL  Melbourne-EWR Newark
24h 33m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl
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18:05 - 13:20EWR  Newark-MEL Melbourne
28h 15m2 stops Vancouver Intl Brisbane
$1,304Air Canada
Tue, 8 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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06:00 - 16:33MEL  Melbourne-EWR Newark
24h 33m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl
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18:05 - 11:05EWR  Newark-MEL Melbourne
27h 00m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,306Air Canada
Thu, 3 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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06:00 - 16:33MEL  Melbourne-EWR Newark
24h 33m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl
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18:05 - 13:35EWR  Newark-MEL Melbourne
29h 30m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,320Multiple Airlines
Thu, 10 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct
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06:50 - 16:33MEL  Melbourne-EWR Newark
23h 43m2 stops Brisbane Vancouver Intl
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18:05 - 13:35EWR  Newark-MEL Melbourne
28h 30m2 stops Vancouver Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,320Multiple Airlines
Tue, 13 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
Delta Logo
11:00 - 18:11MEL  Melbourne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 11m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
Delta Logo
14:40 - 08:50JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEL Melbourne
27h 10m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,350Delta
Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
Qantas Airways Logo
14:35 - 21:00MEL  Melbourne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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16:30 - 09:30JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEL Melbourne
26h 00m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,357Qantas Airways
Fri, 28 Aug - Sun, 6 Sep
United Airlines Logo
09:30 - 18:53MEL  Melbourne-EWR Newark
23h 23m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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15:25 - 08:15EWR  Newark-MEL Melbourne
26h 50m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National San Francisco
$1,364United Airlines
Fri, 28 Aug - Sun, 6 Sep
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09:30 - 17:05MEL  Melbourne-EWR Newark
21h 35m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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07:15 - 08:15EWR  Newark-MEL Melbourne
35h 00m1 stop San Francisco
$1,364United Airlines
Wed, 23 Sep - Tue, 13 Oct
Qantas Airways Logo
13:35 - 21:29MEL  Melbourne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
21h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
Qantas Airways Logo
14:51 - 06:45JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEL Melbourne
24h 54m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,368Qantas Airways
Wed, 21 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
Delta Logo
11:00 - 20:51MEL  Melbourne-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
24h 51m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Salt Lake City
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13:10 - 09:50JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-MEL Melbourne
28h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles Los Angeles
$1,434Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Melbourne to New York flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to New York to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to New York?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Melbourne Airport to New York departing in September.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to New York from Melbourne Airport usually cost between $1,300 and $2,263 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,304 on Air Canada (23 Sept–12 Oct).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to New York?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to New York is March, where tickets cost $1,331 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $2,047 and $1,886 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to New York, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 27% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$821
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (35% more expensive on average)
Flight from Melbourne to Newark Liberty Airport

When to book flights from Melbourne to New York

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to New York based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to New York flights

  • When flying from Melbourne, should I fly to JFK or EWR Airport?

    You can fly from Melbourne to either NYC airport. If you are pressed for time, EWR is closer to the NYC centre; however, flights are generally more expensive. JFK is a little further from downtown NYC, near Queens, but flights are generally more economical. It is also better equipped for international flights.

  • Are there on-site hotels at JFK Airport?

    At JFK, you can find hotels both in and near the airport. There is on-site accommodation at TWA Hotel, as well as nearby places such as Crowne Plaza, Comfort Inn and Suites, Days Inn and Suites or Radisson Hotel JFK Airport.

  • Can I hire a car from JFK?

    Yes. At JFK, there are car hire companies located at the airport. You can find them on the arrivals level of all terminals. Once you speak to the car service desks, you will be directed to your hire car via the AirTrain to Federal Circle Station.

  • Which airport lounges are available at Melbourne Airport?

    There are multiple airline lounges in the airport’s International Terminal, including the Air New Zealand Lounge, Qantas Club and a Virgin Australia Lounge, all of which are accessible through lounge memberships. Alternatively, you can head to the Plaza Premium Lounge or Marhaba Lounge, which are accessible to all passengers via a prepaid pass or by paying at the door.

  • Are there any on-site airport hotels at Melbourne Airport?

    If you have an early flight and would like to wake up close to the airport, there are four options for nearby accommodation. The ParkRoyal Melbourne International Airport Hotel is across the road from the terminals, while the Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport, Ibis Budget Melbourne Airport and Ciloms Airport Lodge Motel are all within two minutes of the airport.

  • What form of transport is available from the New York airports into the city centre?

    Airport shuttles run between all three airports and New York city centre: Go Airlink operates in all airports and runs 24 hours a day, while NYC Airporter services only New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and New York LaGuardia Airport from 5am to 11:30pm. If you prefer taking a taxi, you’ll find taxi ranks outside all the airports, with a flat fare of USD52 (about AUD73) to get from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to your first destination, plus tolls (if applicable) and tips.

  • What services are available for passengers travelling with children?

    If you are travelling with kids, you will find baby care facilities in 16 locations at Melbourne Airport, as well as a children’s play area in Terminal 2, opposite Gate 15B. New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is equipped with nursing stations in Terminals 4, 5 and 8, while New York LaGuardia Airport has nursing suites in Terminal B, and Newark Airport’s nursing rooms are in Terminals A, B and C.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Melbourne Airport to New York?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Melbourne Airport to New York was $821 for a one-way ticket and $1,304 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to New York?

    Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) is served by only 1 airport and there are 3 airports in New York. You will leave Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) from Melbourne and you will be arriving in New York at one of these airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, or New York LaGuardia.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to New York?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to New York?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) and New York, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Melbourne to New York, Air New Zealand or Fiji Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to New York are Air New Zealand and Fiji Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,908 and an overall rating of 8.0, Air New Zealand is the most popular choice. Fiji Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,032 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to New York?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to New York.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to New York?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to New York?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to New York with an airline and back to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to New York?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New York from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Melbourne Airport to New York

  • Melbourne to New York is a long flight with one or more layovers along the way. If you would like to freshen up before your journey, you can use the shower facilities at Melbourne International Airport (MEL). There are three public shower areas that are free to use; they are located in Terminal 2 of Departures, near the toilets.
  • If you’re not staying downtown, consider flying to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or LaGuardia Airport (LGA). They are both located near Queens. However, if you are staying near the NYC centre, choose a flight to Newark Airport (EWR); it’s a short distance to the main city, and it is close to lower Manhattan.
  • When travelling to New York, choose an airport with the most convenient public transport system, as there is heavy traffic in New York. LaGuardia Airport only has a bus service, whereas JFK and EWR Airport offer a monorail service to the city centre. The monorail at JFK (Airtrain) is a fast and efficient transport service that connects to all terminals, the car parks, the hire car centre and the hotel shuttle pick up.
  • While you won’t find any direct flights from Melbourne to New York, many airlines offer flights with one stopover, landing at New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport or Newark Airport. If you’re flying into New York LaGuardia Airport you will have at least two stopovers. Multiple airlines including Qantas, United Airlines and Emirates have generous legroom of 81cm, and most of them also offer a luggage allowance of 23kg.
  • If you have a late-night flight, there are several 24-hour food options at Melbourne Airport and a couple of cafés that are open all day at New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Newark Airport, while vending machines are available at New York LaGuardia Airport – you will not be left hungry, no matter where or when you land. Drinking water stations are also available free of charge throughout all terminals at Melbourne Airport and New York LaGuardia Airport.
  • If you have a pet that you don’t want to take with you on your trip, Hanrob Pet Hotel is conveniently located at Melbourne Airport. They will pamper your cat or dog with gourmet meals and you can even have a Pet Skype session while you’re away. On the other hand, if you are taking your pet with you, there are pet relief areas available at all three New York airports, located in every terminal.
  • If you would like to freshen up after a long flight from Melbourne to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you can head to the Airspace Lounge to have a shower. There are no showers available at New York LaGuardia Airport or Newark Airport, however spa services are available at all the New York airports.
  • If bad weather causes a long delay or even the cancellation of your next flight, speak to an airport employee at New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to ask for one of the cots available for stranded travellers. Please note that these are only available to travellers who are stuck in the airport. If you are just tired or would like to spend the night in the vicinity of the airport after a late arrival, there are five hotels near the airport, all within five minutes of the terminals and offering a free shuttle transfer.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to New York

 
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7.8
DeltaOverall score based on 8492 reviews
7.2Food
8.5Crew
7.8Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.8Entertainment
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the flight got cancelled - few hours before the departure time - no time to change

2.0 MediocreWojciech, Aug 2026
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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.

The CRJ-900 was clean but the overhead air vents were broken in our First Class row, making the cabin very hot until about 30 mins into the flight. The flight attendants were both extremely apologetic and accommodating though so that is why I rated the flight as very good. They checked on us many times and truly showed they cared. The snacks for an hour and a half flight could be better. Would be nice if there was a small plated meal over convenient store snacks. WiFi also was not working. And it would be nice if Delta had adjustable headrests on these planes.

The plane was old and thus the seats were not good. No cushion left whatsoever, and it all was a bit worn out.

The flight was late which i understand happens. But we flew Delta one and the Crew was stiff and not that friendly. They didnt offer beverages after they served the lunch. I dont usually do reviews but i felt i must tell you about this crew. They were american not european. We are platinum members and we are usually treated much better

flight was delayed 4+ hours. there was really no understanding of why? weather? the last hour of delay was post boarding. pilot seat was broken. was that the real reason? nonetheless, long day of inconveniences.

Horrible. Faucet in sink not working, wifi not working. Didn’t bring food or snacks

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

Helpful staff when I felt unwell. Qantas need to have an audio/music channel so you can listen to various music/.artists

Hard to move and get out of my seat when the passenger in front is in recline position.

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

We were upgraded and after just a short delay in attending to a safety check we were on our way. Would definately fly Qantas International on their Dreamliner again.

Good communication regarding any updates time of flight and flight delayed. The fight was delayed by two and half hours at eleventh hour. That was unexpected, especially when you international passenger.

Don't irreparably damage my luggage, don't stand around talking in the kitchen area of the plane when a passenger is waiting to speak to you, don't run out of a meal selection so have me end up eating bread for dinner. Lastly, regarding the code-share flight from DFW to JFK....STOP PARTNERING WITH AMERICAN AIRLINES - THEY ARE THE WORST AIRLINE IN THE WORLD! The delay, followed by another delay, followed by disorganized boarding, followed by stale snacks fit for a rodent, followed by a pilot who literally slammed the plane onto the runway when landing causing quite some concern among the passengers.

I was thrilled with the bottle of water, blanket, pillow, earphones, and little packet of toothbrush, toothpaste, earplugs. I was very satisfied with the meals and snacks and drinks. I alao was very grateful to have a seat that backs up against the lavatory, as it made it very easy to get to the bathroom without being jumped in line, as so often happens in the airplane. Of course that was just a random strike of luck, but it really made a difference.

I was pleasantly surprised with my flight to LA with Qantas. Although seats were not the roomies, service was excellent.

Wonderful crew, good food. Absolutely loved the wine spritz and wish I could buy it!

My flight was delayed so bad i missed u it so i just said never mind

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!

Seats could be more comfortable, food was plentiful and good.

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.

Crew seemed annoyed by the fact we were there. Very unpleasant

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

Honestly didn’t like anything. Crew was in rush . Food was ok and there was no whiskey. Have to pay extra $ if you want to drink whiskey . They only provide wine and beer.

Compared to other international Airlines the infotainment system is need of overhaul. Doesn't have music it's got a limited selection of movies but I was impressed that an American airline was showing the documentary on John Farnham an Australian singer!

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.

Uncomfortable seats, spotty WiFi, only Biscoff for snack (no one likes those).

boarding announcements werent clear/loud. Tired of those cookies. Of the 3 staff/attendants, 1 was good and the other 2 were mediocre.

Long delays to board due to mechanical issues with plane.

Flight canceled because they didn’t have enough flight attendants. No refunds or credits for future flights

Boarding was awful - no order, people cutting in line, completely chaotic Planes are very old and uncomfortable. Noticeable difference between Delta and United on same route.

It’s was ok just I missed the crew member passing offers water or juice during the flight not just when offer the dinner or breakfast.

The plane was spartan, the seats not that comfortable. It was like flying a super low budget airline. They charged for coffee!!! I have never, ever experienced that before.

Delayed 24 hours. Should have called it much earlier They provided quality accommodations, food vouchers etc. FINALLY The issues started at 8 AM and they cancelled the flight at 11:30 PM, with no plans for a new flight.

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.

Almost missed boarding, mass line up made me be the last person. Wish the announcement was more loud, didn’t hear what seats or zones were ready. Being last also made finding space for my roller bag. Fortunately the flight attendants made it work!

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