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Flying from New York to Melbourne: things to know

The most popular route is from John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York to Melbourne Airport in Melbourne. On average this flight takes 24 hours 57 minutes one-way.

Most popular route
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)
Average flight time
24 hours 57 minutes
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Airlines that fly from New York to Melbourne

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  • United Airlines
  • Qantas Airways
  • American Airlines
  • Cathay Pacific
  • Air Canada
  • Qatar Airways
  • Philippine Airlines
  • Etihad Airways
  • Singapore Airlines
  • Air New Zealand
  • Virgin Australia
  • Air India
  • Alaska Airlines
  • Japan Airlines
  • Fiji Airways
  • Asiana Airlines

Frequently asked questions

It takes about 24 hours 57 minutes to fly from New York to Melbourne. Flight durations are based on flights booked in the last 6 months.

There are 3 airports in Melbourne:

  • Melbourne Airport (MEL)
  • Avalon Airport (AVV)
  • Essendon Fields Airport (MEB)

There are 4 airports in New York:

  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
  • Stewart Airport (SWF)

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