Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to New York: what you need to know
The timezone in New York is UTC-5. The city is 16 hours behind Melbourne, where Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MEL to New York flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from MEL to New York. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
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 ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New York? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MEL:
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 63% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to New York
$832 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New York flight. A return ticket right now is $1,342. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from MEL to New York, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Scoring cheap tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New York is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest fares across the month and snap up a fantastic deal.
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Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to the centre of New York takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New York, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near JFK:
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from MEL to New York.
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The centre of New York is located around 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). After your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New York has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near EWR. Settle in and get cosy after your MEL to New York flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at EWR can land you a better rate.
You'll find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is around 13 kilometres from central New York. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or taxi after your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New York.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey time is about 55 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, choose a hotel close to LGA. Settle in at one of these stays after your MEL to New York flight:
If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, book your ride from LGA about two weeks ahead of your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New York. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, as well as a better deal.
New York LaGuardia Airport's street address is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New York. July is the most popular month to travel to New York. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to New York plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to New York in January if you'd rather travel during 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 Tullamarine Airport to New York, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New York:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Metropolitan Museum of Art are major attractions which should be on any well-planned New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited New York, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey about 129 kilometres southwest to Philadelphia to check off its leading sights. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 306 kilometres northeast of New York, Boston is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.