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$581 Find Cheap Flights from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to New York - Compare and Save

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Melbourne to New York departing on 7/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$935
United Airlines
Sun 8/9Sun 8/16
MEL - LGA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$581
Typical prices: $580-$1,058
United Airlines
Mon 7/13
MEL - EWR • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne and New York. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $1,074 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 21h 24m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 4% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 62% price drop
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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 round-trip 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Melbourne to New York

Sun, Aug 9 - Sun, Aug 16
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 11:14 pm
MEL
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LGA
27h 44m
2 stops
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6:00 am - 8:15 am
LGA
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MEL
36h 15m
2 stops
$935United Airlines
Sun, Aug 9 - Sun, Aug 16
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 5:18 am
MEL
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EWR
33h 48m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 8:15 am
EWR
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MEL
35h 00m
1 stop
$935United Airlines
Wed, Aug 12 - Thu, Aug 20
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 8:59 pm
MEL
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LGA
25h 29m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
9:10 am - 8:15 am
LGA
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MEL
33h 05m
2 stops
$937United Airlines
Sun, Aug 2 - Fri, Aug 14
Lufthansa Logo
10:55 am - 8:22 am
MEL
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EWR
35h 27m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
6:45 pm - 7:30 am
EWR
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MEL
22h 45m
1 stop
$955Lufthansa
Wed, Aug 12 - Tue, Aug 18
Delta Logo
10:00 am - 7:47 pm
MEL
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LGA
23h 47m
2 stops
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8:30 pm - 7:50 am
LGA
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MEL
45h 20m
2 stops
$1,058Delta
Wed, Aug 12 - Thu, Aug 20
Delta Logo
10:00 am - 11:40 pm
MEL
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JFK
27h 40m
1 stop
Delta Logo
8:25 pm - 7:50 am
JFK
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MEL
45h 25m
1 stop
$1,058Delta
Fri, Nov 6 - Wed, Dec 2
Air China Logo
8:15 pm - 10:10 pm
MEL
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JFK
41h 55m
1 stop
Air China Logo
1:05 am - 3:40 pm
JFK
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MEL
46h 35m
1 stop
$1,074Air China
Sun, Sep 27 - Thu, Oct 15
Air China Logo
7:40 pm - 11:05 pm
MEL
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JFK
41h 25m
1 stop
Air China Logo
2:05 am - 3:55 pm
JFK
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MEL
46h 50m
1 stop
$1,078Air China
Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Oct 31
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6:20 pm - 4:05 pm
MEL
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JFK
36h 45m
1 stop
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4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
JFK
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MEL
34h 00m
1 stop
$1,098Etihad Airways
Mon, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 7
Etihad Airways Logo
6:20 pm - 3:05 pm
MEL
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JFK
36h 45m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
JFK
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MEL
34h 00m
1 stop
$1,102Etihad Airways
Booking Insights

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 round-trip flight from Melbourne Airport to New York?

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

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 November, where tickets cost $117 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are May and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $623 and $476 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 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 4% 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 seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$581
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 33% increase in price.
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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 round-trip price
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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.

  • 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 $581 for a one-way ticket and $935 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) and New York?

    A passport is required to fly from Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) to New York.

  • 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?

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Melbourne to New York, Qantas Airways or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Melbourne to New York are Qantas Airways and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,478 and an overall rating of 7.5, Qantas Airways is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,565 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • 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 travelers 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 round-trip 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.

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