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United Airlines Logo
11:30 - 19:07
MEL
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LGA
23h 37m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
15:39 - 08:30
LGA
-
MEL
25h 51m2 stops
$1,320United Airlines
Wed, 18 Feb - Tue, 17 Mar
United Airlines Logo
13:00 - 20:26
MEL
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EWR
23h 26m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
18:00 - 10:00
EWR
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MEL
24h 00m1 stop
$1,320United Airlines
Tue, 27 Jan - Thu, 19 Feb
Air Canada Logo
11:20 - 13:28
SYD
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EWR
42h 08m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
16:00 - 08:35
EWR
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SYD
49h 35m2 stops
$1,427Air Canada
Mon, 2 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
Air Canada Logo
11:20 - 16:53
SYD
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EWR
21h 33m1 stop
Air Canada Logo
18:25 - 08:35
EWR
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SYD
23h 10m1 stop
$1,429Air Canada
Mon, 2 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
Asiana Airlines Logo
10:20 - 10:00
SYD
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JFK
38h 40m1 stop
Asiana Airlines Logo
12:10 - 08:20
JFK
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SYD
29h 10m1 stop
$1,505Asiana Airlines
Tue, 10 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar
Asiana Airlines Logo
10:20 - 10:00
SYD
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JFK
38h 40m1 stop
Asiana Airlines Logo
12:10 - 08:20
JFK
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SYD
29h 10m1 stop
$1,547Asiana Airlines
Wed, 11 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar
Qantas Airways Logo
09:20 - 14:25
MEL
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JFK
21h 05m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
17:15 - 08:20
JFK
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MEL
23h 05m1 stop
$1,581Qantas Airways
Mon, 26 Jan - Mon, 9 Feb
Qantas Airways Logo
06:45 - 14:25
MEL
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JFK
23h 40m1 stop
Qantas Airways Logo
17:15 - 08:20
JFK
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MEL
23h 05m1 stop
$1,584Qantas Airways
Fri, 20 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb
Japan Airlines Logo
10:30 - 18:40
PER
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JFK
45h 10m2 stops
Japan Airlines Logo
01:40 - 22:55
JFK
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PER
33h 15m2 stops
$1,819Japan Airlines
Wed, 25 Feb - Tue, 10 Mar
Japan Airlines Logo
10:30 - 10:00
PER
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JFK
36h 30m2 stops
Japan Airlines Logo
12:50 - 23:55
JFK
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PER
46h 05m2 stops
$1,832Japan Airlines
Mon, 23 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneNew York

MEL - LGA

MELLGA

Melbourne

Wed 18/2

11:30-19:07

2 stops23h 37m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 17/3

15:39-08:30

2 stops25h 51m

$1,320

MelbourneNewark

MEL - EWR

MELEWR

Melbourne

Tue 27/1

13:00-20:26

1 stop23h 26m

Newark

Thu 19/2

18:00-10:00

1 stop24h 00m

$1,320

SydneyNewark

SYD - EWR

SYDEWR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/3

11:20-13:28

2 stops42h 08m

Newark

Sun 15/3

16:00-08:35

2 stops49h 35m

$1,427

SydneyNewark

SYD - EWR

SYDEWR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/3

11:20-16:53

1 stop21h 33m

Newark

Sun 15/3

18:25-08:35

1 stop23h 10m

$1,429

SydneyNew York

SYD - JFK

SYDJFK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/3

10:20-10:00

1 stop38h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 17/3

12:10-08:20

1 stop29h 10m

$1,505

SydneyNew York

SYD - JFK

SYDJFK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/3

10:20-10:00

1 stop38h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 17/3

12:10-08:20

1 stop29h 10m

$1,547

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Mon 26/1

09:20-14:25

1 stop21h 05m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/2

17:15-08:20

1 stop23h 05m

$1,581

MelbourneNew York

MEL - JFK

MELJFK

Melbourne

Fri 20/2

06:45-14:25

1 stop23h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 28/2

17:15-08:20

1 stop23h 05m

$1,584

PerthNew York

PER - JFK

PERJFK

Perth

Wed 25/2

10:30-18:40

2 stops45h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/3

01:40-22:55

2 stops33h 15m

$1,819

PerthNew York

PER - JFK

PERJFK

Perth

Mon 23/2

10:30-10:00

2 stops36h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/3

12:50-23:55

2 stops46h 05m

$1,832

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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 November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to New York from Australia, with most prices found around $1,598. The month of October is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Australia averaging around $1,616.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to New York?

Users booking trips to New York from Las Vegas found flights 73% 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 $1,554. 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, Saturday 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 $2,407.

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 $1,949 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 $1,605 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 SYDNEYNovember14% cheaperFlying from Sydney to New York costs on average just $1,598 in November
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO NEW YORK FROM SYDNEYDecember24% more expensiveIt costs about $2,320 for flights to New York from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO NEW YORK FROM SYDNEYDecember204% 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

$788

Best Round-Trip Price

$1,320

Fastest flight time

23h 21m

Popular in

April
The best one-way flight price to New York from Australia in the last 72 hours is $788 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Newark).
The best round-trip flight price to New York from Australia in the last 72 hours is $1,320 (Melbourne to New York LaGuardia).
The fastest flight to New York from Australia takes 23h 21m (Melbourne to New York LaGuardia).
April has the highest demand for flights to New York, with a 0% 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 87 days in advance, when prices tend to average $1,854.

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 $344/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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Bronx
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East Rutherford
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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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