Month-by-month flight prices, weather and crowds for New York, scored for travellers flying from Canberra.
The short answer
The best time to fly to New York from Canberra is April and October, when good weather, manageable crowds and competitive fares line up. The Window Score peaks at 85/100 in October. Flights are usually cheapest in August (around A$1,590 return).
Window Score blends weather, crowds, flight price and AUD strength. Higher is better.
| Month | Window Score | Avg temp | Rainfall | Crowds | Avg return fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25Poor | -1°C | 83mm | Low crowds | A$1,985 |
| February | 25Poor | 0°C | 78mm | Low crowds | A$1,604 |
| March | 44Fair | 4°C | 106mm | Moderate crowds | A$2,219 |
| April | 82Excellent | 10°C | 91mm | Moderate crowds | A$1,604 |
| May | 72Great | 16°C | 87mm | Moderate crowds | A$1,994 |
| June | 66Great | 21°C | 101mm | Busy | A$1,604 |
| July | 47Fair | 24°C | 104mm | Peak season | A$2,483 |
| August | 55Good | 23°C | 105mm | Busy | A$1,590 |
| September | 77Great | 20°C | 98mm | Moderate crowds | A$1,604 |
| OctoberBest | 85Excellent | 13°C | 98mm | Moderate crowds | A$1,604 |
| November | 69Great | 7°C | 77mm | Moderate crowds | A$1,882 |
| December | 44Fair | 2°C | 101mm | Peak season | A$3,103 |
New York earns every cliche. The skyline from Brooklyn Bridge at dusk, the controlled chaos of Midtown, the quiet of Central Park on a Sunday morning. All of it is as good as advertised. But the city rewards getting off the tourist trail: the food scene in Queens, the galleries of Chelsea, the neighbourhoods of Brooklyn that feel nothing like Manhattan.
The five boroughs each have their own character. Manhattan is the most visited and the most expensive. Many travellers find they prefer staying in Brooklyn and taking the subway in.
April and October are the best months to fly from Canberra to New York, when weather, crowds and fares align. The Window Score peaks at 85/100 in October.
August, with return fares from Canberra averaging around A$1,590, roughly 18% below the New York yearly average.
Return fares range from about A$1,590 in August up to A$3,103 in peak months. Booking in a lower-priced month can save hundreds.
This route generally involves at least one stop. Compare options for your travel month before booking.
See the full interactive breakdown on the New York dashboard or browse all destinations. Peak month: October (85/100).