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Cheap flights from Australia to New Orleans from $697

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 25/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MSY
21 Feb — 28 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to New Orleans

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Cheapest flights from Australia to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 January 2026.

Thu 5/219:40
BNE
-
MSY
2 stops33h 01m
American Airlines
Mon 9/213:27
MSY
-
BNE
2 stops23h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 19/1$1,250
Sat 7/311:40
BNE
-
MSY
2 stops27h 48m
United Airlines
Sat 14/314:39
MSY
-
BNE
1 stop24h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,276
Sun 8/311:30
MEL
-
MSY
2 stops25h 49m
United Airlines
Sun 15/307:00
MSY
-
MEL
2 stops33h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,293
Mon 4/510:00
BNE
-
MSY
2 stops42h 29m
Air Canada
Fri 15/511:50
MSY
-
BNE
2 stops52h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 20/1$1,396
Mon 4/510:00
BNE
-
MSY
2 stops26h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 15/511:50
MSY
-
BNE
3 stops32h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,500
Sat 7/314:00
SYD
-
MSY
2 stops32h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/320:25
MSY
-
SYD
1 stop43h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,626
Tue 30/610:00
BNE
-
MSY
2 stops39h 54m
Air Canada
Thu 16/714:40
MSY
-
BNE
2 stops49h 25m
Air Canada
Deal found 21/1$1,629
Sat 7/307:05
SYD
-
MSY
2 stops25h 56m
Qantas Airways
Sat 14/317:15
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops25h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 21/1$1,752
Tue 17/211:20
SYD
-
MSY
2 stops27h 26m
Air Canada
Sat 21/219:09
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops45h 26m
Air Canada
Deal found 19/1$1,783
Sat 14/206:05
MEL
-
MSY
2 stops26h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/216:48
MSY
-
MEL
2 stops28h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,821
Sat 14/216:05
MEL
-
MSY
1 stop22h 26m
Qantas Airways
Tue 17/216:48
MSY
-
MEL
2 stops24h 32m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 20/1$1,824
Wed 25/211:20
SYD
-
MSY
2 stops41h 18m
Air Canada
Tue 3/309:45
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops30h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 19/1$1,824

Find flight deals from Australia to New Orleans

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to New Orleans flight deals. Data was last updated 22 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,250

One-way from

$697

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$2,753
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 5/2-9/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 35m total
  • Australia to New Orleans
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25/4
  • 25/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 29m total
  • Australia to New Orleans
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($255 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($106 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia to New Orleans that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 22 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Australia

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New Orleans

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BrisbaneNew Orleans

BNE - MSY

BNEMSY

Brisbane

Thu 5/2

19:40-12:41

2 stops33h 01m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/2

13:27-05:00

2 stops23h 33m

$1,250

BrisbaneNew Orleans

BNE - MSY

BNEMSY

Brisbane

Sat 7/3

11:40-23:28

2 stops27h 48m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 14/3

14:39-06:30

1 stop24h 51m

$1,276

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Sun 8/3

11:30-20:19

2 stops25h 49m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 15/3

07:00-08:30

2 stops33h 30m

$1,293

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/3

14:00-05:09

2 stops32h 09m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 14/3

20:25-07:25

1 stop43h 00m

$1,626

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/3

07:05-16:01

2 stops25h 56m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 14/3

17:15-10:55

2 stops25h 40m

$1,752

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/2

11:20-21:46

2 stops27h 26m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 21/2

19:09-09:35

2 stops45h 26m

$1,783

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Sat 14/2

06:05-16:01

2 stops26h 56m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 17/2

16:48-14:05

2 stops28h 17m

$1,821

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Sat 14/2

16:05-21:31

1 stop22h 26m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 17/2

16:48-10:20

2 stops24h 32m

$1,824

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/2

11:20-11:38

2 stops41h 18m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/3

09:45-09:35

2 stops30h 50m

$1,824

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 7/3

11:20-10:30

2 stops40h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 14/3

19:09-08:35

2 stops45h 26m

$1,854

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to New Orleans

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to New Orleans?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to New Orleans (average of $327). Flying from Australia to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,651). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New Orleans. Reviews last updated 22 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways from Australia to New Orleans have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
573 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
573 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
573 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
573 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
973 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
573 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,191 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
573 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,646 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
573 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to New Orleans. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Australia?

    For a flight from Australia to New Orleans, you will be flying into Louis Armstrong. New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is just 18.4 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to New Orleans?

    For as low as $1,293, American Airlines can have you in New Orleans from Australia in 25h 49m. Airlines will cover a distance of 14917 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to New Orleans?

    When deciding which route to take from Australia to New Orleans, consider Melbourne - New Orleans Louis Armstrong, Brisbane - New Orleans Louis Armstrong or Perth - New Orleans Louis Armstrong, as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to New Orleans?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to New Orleans.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to New Orleans by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to New Orleans?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to New Orleans (average of $327). Flying from Australia to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,651). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,104Average$1,821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,136Average$1,843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,230Average$1,751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,246Average$1,699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,569Average$2,316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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