Flying from Melbourne to New York: what you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Melbourne to New York.
New York has a number of airports you can fly into. Disembark at New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), New York Newark Airport (EWR) or New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
New York's timezone is UTC-5, making New York 16 hours behind Melbourne.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Melbourne to New York flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like December, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to New York
To find cheap Melbourne to New York flights, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your plane ticket from Melbourne to New York.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Melbourne to New York flights.
Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing Melbourne to New York flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
MEL is around 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to New York or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 63% touch down on time at their destination.
Arriving in New York
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) is approximately 21 kilometres from central New York. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 45 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Book a hotel close to JFK if you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to New York. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a New York John F. Kennedy Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and explore beyond New York's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy Airport around two weeks ahead of your Melbourne to New York flight.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
After your flight from Melbourne to New York has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 14 kilometres from New York Newark Airport (EWR).
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to EWR. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Melbourne to New York:
Dollar, Budget and Thrifty make collecting a New York Newark Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from EWR three weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for New York Newark Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Step off your flight from Melbourne to New York and head straight for your hotel or jump right into exploring. Central New York is around 13 kilometres from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and typically takes 30 minutes to drive there.
Public transport will take you there in around 55 minutes.
Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your trip by staying at a hotel near LGA after your Melbourne to New York flight. Unwind after a day of travel or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:
Take the guesswork out of the next part of your trip by picking up a New York LaGuardia Airport rental car. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty are some companies you can book with.
If you're searching for a specific model or make, book your ride from LGA about two weeks before your flight from Melbourne to New York. This gives you a better chance of getting the car you want, on top of a better deal.
New York LaGuardia Airport's street address is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
March is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to New York, while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit New York based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Melbourne to New York tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to New York in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about New York
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to New York, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring New York:
Central Park and Statue of Liberty are a couple of popular attractions to put on your New York travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of New York. Around 129 kilometres to the southwest, top sights here include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another standout destination in the United States and is around 306 kilometres northeast of New York. No trip is complete without seeing Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
