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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to New York John F. Kennedy? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
New York.R 9,433 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Mar.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,433, select.
New York.R 9,433 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 18 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,433, select.
New York.R 11,189 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Nov.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,189, select.
New York.R 11,282 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,282, select.
New York.R 11,565 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,565, select.
New York.R 11,885 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Oct.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 26 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,885, select.
New York.R 12,183 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug.One-way flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,183, select.
New York.R 12,708 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Feb.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 13 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,708, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Tullamarine to New York John F. Kennedy flights are currently cheapest in January.
Jun
from R 13,027
Jul
from R 11,300
Aug
from R 12,202
Sep
from R 11,584
Oct
from R 11,904
Nov
from R 11,207
Dec
from R 14,513
Jan
from R 9,448
Feb
from R 12,728
Mar
from R 9,448
Apr
from R 13,540
May
from R 13,571

Melbourne Tullamarine to New York John F. Kennedy: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne Tullamarine to New York below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than New York John F. Kennedy.

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Cheapest flight foundR 9,433
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to New York John F. Kennedy: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to New York John F. Kennedy is R 15,716. 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 Melbourne Tullamarine to New York John F. Kennedy. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 15,691.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to New York John F. Kennedy.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to New York John F. Kennedy is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport on Sunday, 18 January 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and New York John F. Kennedy Airport. 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 New York John F. Kennedy 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 New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to New York John F. Kennedy.

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

  • New York's timezone is UTC-4, which makes New York 15 hours behind Melbourne.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MEL to JFK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between MEL and JFK:

    • Auckland Airport

    • Los Angeles International Airport

    • San Francisco International Airport

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

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight is R 9,433. A return plane ticket is currently R 15,691. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from MEL to JFK. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.

  • Finding cheap flights from MEL to JFK is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • To get to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport from central Melbourne, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip on public transport will take about 40 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to MEL:

Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • If you're getting in on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near JFK:

  • Grab a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car and explore New York and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are popular providers to choose from here.

  • Reserving your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York

  • The street address for JFK is JFK Airport.

  • From John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to New York in May.

  • The warmest month in New York is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to JFK in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • You've done New York, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel around 129 kilometres south-west to Philadelphia to check off its popular sights. From Liberty Bell to Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 306 kilometres north-east of New York, Boston is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.

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