Flights from Melbourne to New York from AUD3,576
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From | To | Fare Type | Dates | Price |
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| FromMelbourne (MEL) | ToNew York (JFK) | Round-trip / Economy | 8 Oct 2025 - 28 Oct 2025 | From AUD3,576* Last Seen 1 day ago |
| FromMelbourne (MEL) | ToNew York (JFK) | Round-trip / Economy | 29 Aug 2025 - 5 Sep 2025 | From AUD3,609* Last Seen 3 hours ago |
| FromMelbourne (MEL) | ToNew York (JFK) | Round-trip / Economy | 24 Jul 2025 - 12 Aug 2025 | From AUD7,901* Last Seen 14 hours ago |
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Fly from Melbourne to New York with Etihad Airways
Book flights from Melbourne to New York and leave behind Australia’s Garden City, bound for the bright lights of the ‘Big Apple’.
Explore this legendary American city by marvelling at the Statue of Liberty from a harbour sightseeing cruise, wandering through Central Park and diving into the fascinating history and art collections waiting to be discovered in the city’s many museums. Visit the world class The Metropolitan Museum of Art or catch a show on Broadway.
Fly to JFK with Etihad Airways and embark on an unforgettable trip to the ‘City that Never Sleeps’.
MEL to JFK: flight facts
Time Difference -16 hours
New York is 16 hours behind Melbourne when Melbourne is observing Daylight Saving Time. When New York is observing DST, the time difference to Melbourne is -14 hours.
Flight distance 14,173 miles
The total flight distance from MEL to JFK, via AUH is 14,173 miles (22,807 kilometres).
Flying from Melbourne to New York: FAQs
How far is JFK from the city centre?
John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) is around 18 miles (29 kilometres) from the centre of Manhattan by car. The Airport Express is the fastest way into the city and links with New York’s extensive subway system.
There are plenty of taxis available, or arrive in comfort, direct to your hotel with a pre-booked transfer with Etihad Airways.
What should I see in New York?
Catch a show among the bright lights of Broadway or hop aboard a sightseeing boat for a cruise around the city harbour. The Empire State Building has some of the best views of the city skyline, while you can always escape the city on the lawns of Central Park. The Big Apple has an extensive list of fantastic museums and galleries too, including The Museum of Modern Art and the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum.
Top tips for Melbourne to New York
Explore the city skyline
Much like Melbourne, New York is a city of skyscrapers. Views of this city of spires are best appreciated from the deck of a sightseeing cruise in the city harbour. Enjoy dinner as you are welcomed into the city by the Statue of Liberty, before heading out on deck to appreciate the twinkling of towering landmarks like One World Trade Center and the Empire State Building.
Taste your way through New York's districts
New York is a patchwork of districts best explored through the food on offer. From steaming noodle dishes in Chinatown to the falafel spots of Borough Park. As with Melbourne’s popular Italian and Greek hubs, you’ll find food from both European nations among on the street vendors and pop-up stores of Little Italy and Astoria.