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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Melbourne? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Melbourne.Rs149,561 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Avalon.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs149,561, select.
Melbourne.Rs152,507 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs152,507, select.
Melbourne.Rs154,675 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs154,675, select.
Melbourne.Rs159,876 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs159,876, select.
Melbourne.Rs184,205 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul.One-way flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs184,205, select.
Melbourne.Rs186,730 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Feb.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 20 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs186,730, select.
Melbourne.Rs186,759 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Jan.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs186,759, select.
Melbourne.Rs187,090 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Dec.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs187,090, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Melbourne

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Melbourne flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from Rs213,438
Jul
from Rs184,205
Aug
from Rs152,507
Sep
from Rs149,561
Oct
from Rs154,675
Nov
from Rs159,876
Dec
from Rs187,090
Jan
from Rs186,759
Feb
from Rs186,730
Mar
Find prices
Apr
from Rs225,333
May
from Rs255,631

Alternative New York John F. Kennedy to Melbourne routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York John F. Kennedy to Melbourne? You could fly into the following airports instead.

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Cheapest flight foundRs149,561
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy 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 John F. Kennedy to Melbourne is Rs357,143. 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 John F. Kennedy to Melbourne. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs357,143.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Melbourne.
The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Melbourne is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from New York John F. Kennedy 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 Rs357,143.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Melbourne on Tuesday, 19 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York John F. Kennedy 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 June, the average temperature is usually around 9°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, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Melbourne.

Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Melbourne: what you need to know

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York. Following the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is 15 hours ahead of New York.

  • Give yourself enough time to get on your JFK to Melbourne flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

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

  • We make it easy to book flight tickets from JFK to Melbourne with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers include:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • Located around 19 kilometres from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near JFK. Whether you're catching an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Melbourne or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:

  • 74.1% of flights that leave from John F. Kennedy International Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • JFK is located at JFK Airport.

How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Melbourne

  • Rs149,561 is currently the best price for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Melbourne flight. A return flight ticket starts from Rs357,143. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from JFK to Melbourne if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for a John F. Kennedy International Airport to Melbourne ticket.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from JFK to Melbourne by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Save on your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Melbourne with the help of our filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • The distance from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to central Melbourne is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 40 minutes.

  • Think about booking a hotel near MEL if you have a late flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Melbourne. Select one of these options and make arrival day easier:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and explore beyond Melbourne's usual tourist stops.

  • Booking your vehicle from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport about four weeks before your flight from JFK to Melbourne can help you get the lowest rate.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • After your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Melbourne has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Melbourne is roughly 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV).

  • Travelling by public transport will take around 2 hours 5 minutes.

  • You'll find some terrific accommodation options within an easy drive of AVV. Get into relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your JFK to Melbourne flight.

  • The fastest way to reach your destination is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and set off in the blink of an eye.

  • Score the best price by booking your ride from AVV three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.

Essendon Airport (MEB)

  • Hop off your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Melbourne and go straight to your hotel or start discovering the city right away. Central Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and usually takes 25 minutes to reach by car.

  • The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport.

  • Enjoy a more leisurely start to your trip by choosing a hotel near MEB after your JFK to Melbourne flight. Recharge after a day of travel or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:

  • Whether you want a compact for solo travel or a spacious SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the perfect Essendon Airport rental car for your needs. Check out the types of wheels available here from names such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.

  • Booking at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Melbourne is always a good idea. Along with more affordable prices, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at MEB.

Best time to go to Melbourne

  • Visit Melbourne in high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Melbourne in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.

  • The warmest month in Melbourne is January, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your John F. Kennedy International Airport to Melbourne flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • July sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 13ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from JFK to Melbourne around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Melbourne

  • After booking your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Melbourne, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Melbourne:

  • All great journeys should include some sightseeing. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are essential stops on your Melbourne itinerary.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've seen Melbourne, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Travel around 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to check off its leading sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Launceston is another standout destination in Australia and is around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. No journey is complete without a visit to City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.

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