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Cheapest time to fly from New York City to Melbourne

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week: 29 Dec - 4 Jan
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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
3%Trains are 3% more expensive in Melbourne than in New York City.
New York City$5.54
Melbourne$5.73
MealMid-priced restaurant
11%The average meal is 11% more expensive in Melbourne than in New York City.
New York City$27.52
Melbourne$30.58
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
17%A taxi fare in Melbourne is 17% cheaper than in New York City.
New York City$4.59
Melbourne$3.82
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
0%A coffee in Melbourne costs roughly the same as in New York City.
New York City$7.64
Melbourne$7.80
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 0.66 USD
1 USD = 1.54 AUD
Last checked on Fri, 5/12
Distance: 1534 kms
New York City airports
John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK)How far from city centre: 23 kms
Melbourne airports

Get the Best Deals on Flights from New York City to Melbourne

Discover the best last-minute airfares and cheap prices from New York City to Melbourne with Opodo Australia. Avoid overspending on flight tickets and start planning your perfect getaway. Opodo offers a hassle-free booking experience, providing access to top airline carriers and the most competitive prices.


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When do you want to depart from New York City? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Melbourne. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


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But wait, there's more! Enhance your travel experience by booking a hotel and renting a car along with your flight. It's easier and often cheaper to book everything together. Choose the best offer from New York City to Melbourne and get ready for an incredible journey. Enjoy your holiday, and remember to fasten your seatbelt. We’re ready for takeoff!

Frequently asked questions about flights from New York City to Melbourne

How can I find cheap flights from New York City to Melbourne at Opodo?
At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the cheapest flight available from New York City to Melbourne. Considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys, our search engine works to provides always the best price with the best conditions.
Is Melbourne expensive to visit compared to New York City?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Melbourne costs an average of 3.82 AUD, 17% cheaper than New York City, with a fare of 4.59 AUD,
while train tickets costs 3% more in Melbourne: 5.73 AUD against 5.54 AUD in New York City.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 30.58 AUD in Melbourne, 11% more than the 27.52 AUD in New York City.
The price of the coffee is around 2% more expensive in Melbourne, with an average of 7.80 AUD , while in New York City the coffee costs 7.64 AUD.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from New York City to Melbourne?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions United States may apply when travelling from New York City. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!
How is the weather in Melbourne compared to New York City?
While in New York City the temperatures can reach an average of 32.5 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 12 mm ,Melbourne's temperatures can go up to 32.42 ºC during the hot season, with 12 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 7.82 ºC in Melbourne, compared to the -11.93 ºC average degrees reported in New York City. During the winter period, New York City can register 12 mm precipitation, while Melbourne have an average of 9 mm rain level.

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