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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York Newark to Melbourne? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Melbourne.RM4,448 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Aug, returning Tue, 12 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,448, select.
Melbourne.RM4,937 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Nov, returning Mon, 17 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 17 Nov, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,937, select.
Melbourne.RM5,043 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul, returning Mon, 18 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,043, select.
Melbourne.RM5,055 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun, returning Thu, 17 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,055, select.
Melbourne.RM5,197 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Aug, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Avalon on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,197, select.
Melbourne.RM5,455 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jul, returning Thu, 10 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,455, select.
Melbourne.RM6,207 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan, returning Fri, 6 Feb.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM6,207, select.
Melbourne.RM6,395 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM6,395, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York Newark to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in August.
May
from RM8,044
Jun
from RM6,863
Jul
from RM5,455
Aug
from RM4,448
Sep
from RM6,477
Oct
from RM6,673
Nov
from RM4,937
Dec
from RM6,680
Jan
from RM7,074
Feb
from RM6,691
Mar
from RM6,734
Apr
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New York to Melbourne: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundRM4,448
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from New York Newark to Melbourne: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Melbourne: Melbourne Essendon, Melbourne Tullamarine and Melbourne Avalon.
The best price we found for a return flight from New York Newark to Melbourne is RM4,448. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York Newark to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM4,448.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from New York Newark to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Melbourne is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from New York Newark Airport, the cheapest airport near Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine – which is 18.8 km away from the centre of Melbourne. We've found flights into this airport from RM4,448.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to Melbourne on Tuesday, 5 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York Newark Airport and Melbourne. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Melbourne but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Melbourne is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. February is typically the warmest month in Melbourne, when it usually averages around 26°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

Flying from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Melbourne is UTC+11. The city is 15 hours ahead of New York, where Newark Liberty International Airport is located.

  • To avoid missing your EWR to Melbourne flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from EWR to Melbourne, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of New York, EWR can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel near EWR? If you're catching an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Melbourne, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

  • When it comes to Newark Liberty International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.3% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • EWR's address is Building 1, Conrad Road.

How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Melbourne

  • RM2,170 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Melbourne flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is RM4,448. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from EWR to Melbourne if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Newark Liberty International Airport to Melbourne throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from EWR to Melbourne by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Find a cheap flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Melbourne with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Melbourne. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:

  • Grab a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car and explore Melbourne and beyond with your own wheels. Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast and Sixt are popular providers you can book with here.

  • For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from EWR to Melbourne.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • Avalon Airport (AVV) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. Once you've hopped off your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • You can expect the journey to take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find a few terrific accommodation options just a short drive from AVV. Get into relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your EWR to Melbourne flight.

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab an Avalon Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire.

  • Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride three weeks before your arrival at AVV will help you stay within budget.

Essendon Airport (MEB)

  • Essendon Airport (MEB) is around 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre in a cab or ride-share after your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Melbourne.

  • The journey will take about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.

  • Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near MEB after your EWR to Melbourne flight. Recharge after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:

  • Whether you're looking for a zippy mini for a solo adventure or a full-size SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the right Essendon Airport rental car for you. Browse the types of wheels available here from providers such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.

  • Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Melbourne is smart. In addition to better deals, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at MEB.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • Before booking your flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Melbourne, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Melbourne offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.

  • Before booking a Newark Liberty International Airport to Melbourne flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from EWR to Melbourne in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.

More about Melbourne

  • Once you've booked your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Melbourne, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Melbourne:

  • National Gallery of Victoria and Federation Square are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Melbourne itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Eureka Skydeck 88.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've seen Melbourne, now it's time to explore other parts of Australia. Journey about 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to tick off its must-visit sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If you're eager to discover another major stop in Australia, consider Launceston, about 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience are among the biggest draws.

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