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United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 23:23
MEL
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EWR
26h 28m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
18:00 - 08:15
EWR
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MEL
24h 15m
1 stop
$1,461United Airlines
Tue, 12 May - Tue, 19 May
United Airlines Logo
09:30 - 19:35
MEL
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EWR
24h 05m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
16:00 - 08:15
EWR
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MEL
26h 15m
2 stops
$1,468United Airlines
Wed, 13 May - Thu, 28 May
United Airlines Logo
10:55 - 23:24
MEL
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LGA
26h 29m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
15:38 - 07:30
LGA
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MEL
25h 52m
2 stops
$1,469United Airlines
Tue, 5 May - Fri, 22 May
Asiana Airlines Logo
09:30 - 23:00
SYD
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JFK
27h 30m
1 stop
Asiana Airlines Logo
01:30 - 19:25
JFK
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SYD
27h 55m
1 stop
$1,649Asiana Airlines
Wed, 3 Jun - Wed, 10 Jun
Qantas Airways Logo
09:45 - 21:16
MEL
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JFK
25h 31m
1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
21:30 - 06:45
JFK
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MEL
43h 15m
1 stop
$1,661Qantas Airways
Mon, 1 Jun - Mon, 15 Jun
Qatar Airways Logo
22:45 - 22:30
PER
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JFK
35h 45m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
22:05 - 11:55
JFK
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PER
25h 50m
1 stop
$1,814Qatar Airways
Mon, 4 May - Thu, 7 May
Qatar Airways Logo
22:45 - 16:40
PER
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JFK
29h 55m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
22:05 - 11:55
JFK
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PER
25h 50m
1 stop
$1,816Qatar Airways
Fri, 1 May - Mon, 4 May
American Airlines Logo
20:35 - 10:10
BNE
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LGA
27h 35m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
15:09 - 05:00
LGA
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BNE
23h 51m
2 stops
$2,305American Airlines
Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
American Airlines Logo
20:35 - 09:04
BNE
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LGA
26h 29m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
14:00 - 05:00
LGA
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BNE
25h 00m
2 stops
$2,310American Airlines
Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
Qantas Airways Logo
16:00 - 18:26
BNE
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LGA
40h 26m
2 stops
Qantas Airways Logo
17:04 - 06:30
LGA
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BNE
22h 26m
1 stop
$2,346Qantas Airways
Sun, 16 Aug - Mon, 30 Nov

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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Tue 12/5

10:55-23:23

1 stop26h 28m

Newark

Tue 19/5

18:00-08:15

1 stop24h 15m

$1,461
Fastest return journey

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

09:30-19:35

2 stops24h 05m

Newark

Thu 28/5

16:00-08:15

2 stops26h 15m

$1,468

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

10:55-23:24

2 stops26h 29m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 22/5

15:38-07:30

2 stops25h 52m

$1,469

SydneyNew York

SYD - JFK

SYDJFK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 3/6

09:30-23:00

1 stop27h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/6

01:30-19:25

1 stop27h 55m

$1,649

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Mon 1/6

09:45-21:16

1 stop25h 31m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 15/6

21:30-06:45

1 stop43h 15m

$1,661

PerthNew York

PER - JFK

PERJFK

Perth

Mon 4/5

22:45-22:30

1 stop35h 45m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 7/5

22:05-11:55

1 stop25h 50m

$1,814

PerthNew York

PER - JFK

PERJFK

Perth

Fri 1/5

22:45-16:40

1 stop29h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/5

22:05-11:55

1 stop25h 50m

$1,816

BrisbaneNew York

BNE - LGA

BNELGA

Brisbane

Tue 1/9

20:35-10:10

2 stops27h 35m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 15/9

15:09-05:00

2 stops23h 51m

$2,305

BrisbaneNew York

BNE - LGA

BNELGA

Brisbane

Tue 1/9

20:35-09:04

2 stops26h 29m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 15/9

14:00-05:00

2 stops25h 00m

$2,310

BrisbaneNew York

BNE - LGA

BNELGA

Brisbane

Sun 16/8

16:00-18:26

2 stops40h 26m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 30/11

17:04-06:30

1 stop22h 26m

$2,346

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New York flights insights and trends

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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 $1,447. The month of November is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Australia averaging around $1,477.

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 $1,450. 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, Sunday 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 $2,386.

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 $1,832 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 $1,576 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to New York

Find the cheapest flights to New York from your nearest city or airport
CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO NEW YORK FROM SYDNEYOctober17% cheaperFlying from Sydney to New York costs on average just $1,447 in October
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO NEW YORK FROM SYDNEYDecember25% more expensiveIt costs about $2,171 for flights to New York from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO NEW YORK FROM SYDNEYDecember223% 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

$749

Best Round-Trip Price

$1,461

Fastest flight time

21h 15m

Popular in

August
The best one-way flight price to New York from Australia in the last 72 hours is $749 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Newark).
The best round-trip flight price to New York from Australia in the last 72 hours is $1,461 (Melbourne to Newark).
The fastest flight to New York from Australia takes 21h 15m (Sydney Kingsford Smith to New York John F Kennedy Intl).
August has the highest demand for flights to New York, with a 13% 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 67 days in advance, when prices tend to average $1,731.

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 Windsor Stewart Airport, with an average price of $180/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.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to New York?

Users booking trips to New York from Las Vegas found flights 51% 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.

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?

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Why use momondo?

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.

I’m not ready to book a flight to New York right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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