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American Airlines Logo
16:05 - 23:54MEL-EWR
23h 49m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:46 - 05:00EWR-MEL
24h 14m1 stop
$1,318American Airlines
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Mon, 24 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec
American Airlines Logo
16:05 - 21:53MEL-LGA
21h 48m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
13:25 - 05:00LGA-MEL
23h 35m1 stop
$1,393American Airlines
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Mon, 24 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec
United Airlines Logo
13:00 - 23:16MEL-LGA
26h 16m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
10:26 - 10:00LGA-MEL
31h 34m2 stops
$1,410United Airlines
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Mon, 15 Dec - Tue, 30 Dec
United Airlines Logo
13:00 - 01:05MEL-EWR
28h 05m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
06:00 - 09:30EWR-MEL
35h 30m1 stop
$1,410United Airlines
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Mon, 15 Dec - Tue, 30 Dec
Air Canada Logo
10:45 - 20:58BNE-JFK
25h 13m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
16:50 - 08:45JFK-BNE
24h 55m2 stops
$1,491Air Canada
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Tue, 10 Feb - Thu, 26 Feb
Air Canada Logo
10:45 - 20:58BNE-JFK
25h 13m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
16:50 - 08:45JFK-BNE
24h 55m2 stops
$1,492Air Canada
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Tue, 10 Feb - Thu, 26 Feb
Cathay Pacific Logo
00:30 - 13:00BNE-JFK
26h 30m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
14:40 - 23:00JFK-BNE
42h 20m1 stop
$1,558Cathay Pacific
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Tue, 10 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
00:30 - 13:00BNE-JFK
26h 30m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
14:40 - 23:00JFK-BNE
42h 20m1 stop
$1,608Cathay Pacific
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Tue, 10 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
Qantas Airways Logo
22:45 - 20:59PER-LGA
35h 14m2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
16:59 - 11:20LGA-PER
54h 21m2 stops
$2,556Qantas Airways
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Tue, 24 Feb - Thu, 26 Mar
Qantas Airways Logo
17:45 - 15:00PER-LGA
33h 15m2 stops
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16:59 - 23:50LGA-PER
42h 51m2 stops
$2,733Qantas Airways
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Locate flights to New York that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, momondo users made a total of 78,305 searches and data was last updated on 13 November 2025.
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Price

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Mon 24/11

16:05-23:54

1 stop23h 49m

Newark

Mon 1/12

12:46-05:00

1 stop24h 14m

$1,318

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Mon 24/11

16:05-21:53

1 stop21h 48m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 5/12

13:25-05:00

1 stop23h 35m

$1,393

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Mon 15/12

13:00-23:16

2 stops26h 16m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 30/12

10:26-10:00

2 stops31h 34m

$1,410

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Mon 15/12

13:00-01:05

1 stop28h 05m

Newark

Tue 30/12

06:00-09:30

1 stop35h 30m

$1,410

BrisbaneNew York

BNE - JFK

BNEJFK

Brisbane

Tue 10/2

10:45-20:58

2 stops25h 13m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 26/2

16:50-08:45

2 stops24h 55m

$1,491

BrisbaneNew York

BNE - JFK

BNEJFK

Brisbane

Tue 10/2

10:45-20:58

2 stops25h 13m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 26/2

16:50-08:45

2 stops24h 55m

$1,492

BrisbaneNew York

BNE - JFK

BNEJFK

Brisbane

Tue 10/3

00:30-13:00

1 stop26h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/3

14:40-23:00

1 stop42h 20m

$1,558

BrisbaneNew York

BNE - JFK

BNEJFK

Brisbane

Tue 10/3

00:30-13:00

1 stop26h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 15/3

14:40-23:00

1 stop42h 20m

$1,608

PerthNew York

PER - LGA

PERLGA

Perth

Tue 24/2

22:45-20:59

2 stops35h 14m

New York LaGuardia

Thu 26/3

16:59-11:20

2 stops54h 21m

$2,556

PerthNew York

PER - LGA

PERLGA

Perth

Wed 11/3

17:45-15:00

2 stops33h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 15/3

16:59-23:50

2 stops42h 51m

$2,733

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York from Australia, with most prices found around $1,672. The month of November is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Australia averaging around $1,683.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to New York?

Users booking trips to New York from Orlando found flights 90% cheaper than the average price of flights to New York. To find the cheapest price to New York from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to New York from Australia. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $1,586. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to depart from Australia because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $3,411.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New York?

Our data shows that the cheapest Australia to New York flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to New York in the morning for as low as $1,884. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to New York is in the afternoon when prices are around $2,043.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New York from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New York for around $2,036 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New York from Australia for as low as $1,764 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to New York

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO NEW YORK FROM SYDNEYOctober13% cheaperFlying from Sydney to New York costs on average just $1,672 in October
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO NEW YORK FROM SYDNEYDecember31% more expensiveIt costs about $2,495 for flights to New York from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO NEW YORK FROM SYDNEYDecember209% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to New York from Sydney in December than any other month

Cheap New York flight deals and tips

Summary info about New York flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$641

Best Round-Trip Price

$1,413

Fastest flight time

22h 37m

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December
The best one-way flight price to New York from Australia in the last 72 hours is $641 (Brisbane to New York John F Kennedy Intl).
The best round-trip flight price to New York from Australia in the last 72 hours is $1,413 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to New York John F Kennedy Intl).
The fastest flight to New York from Australia takes 22h 37m (Brisbane to New York John F Kennedy Intl).
December has the highest demand for flights to New York, with a 2% price increase on average.

Frequently asked questions about flying to New York

When is it best to fly to New York to go sightseeing?

The city of New York has many sights to see while visiting. Many tourists find it ideal to go sightseeing when the weather is warmer, but not blistering. Consider booking your flight to New York for April, May, or September, when temperatures are a bit higher and the chance of rain is relatively low. Many travellers find it worthwhile to visit Times Square, Wall Street, and Washington Square Park.

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

The ideal time to book your flight to New York is 78 days in advance, when prices tend to average $1,904.

Is there an alternative airport near New York?

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near New York is possible. If you are planning a flight to New York, consider booking flights to New York LaGuardia Airport (10 km from New York city centre), Newark Airport (17 km from New York city centre) or New Windsor Stewart Airport (83 km from New York city centre).

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into New York?

The cheapest airport near New York is typically New York LaGuardia Airport, with an average price of $305/person. These prices vary based on where travellers are coming from. It is suggested that travellers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Are there flights to Manhattan?

Yes, if you fly to New York LaGuardia in New York which is the closest available airport to Manhattan (9.6 km away).

What’s the closest airport to Times Square?

The closest airport to Times Square is New York LaGuardia, 9.6 km away.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to New York?

Prices for flights to New York are refreshed on a daily basis.

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How old do you have to be to fly to New York?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to New York.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Travelling to a place near New York?

Book flights to New York if you plan to visit one of these locations
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Bridgeport
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to New York?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to New York.

Can I find flights to New York with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to New York with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights to New York?

momondo helps you find the best flight to New York by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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