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Cheap flights from Australia to New Orleans from $931

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MSY
28 Mar — 4 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 26 February 2026.

Tue 3/1109:15
BNE
-
MSY
1 stop23h 04m
American Airlines
Wed 18/1115:35
MSY
-
BNE
1 stop22h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,102
Thu 26/209:40
BNE
-
MSY
1 stop28h 58m
American Airlines
Sat 28/209:40
MSY
-
BNE
2 stops27h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/2$1,104
Thu 26/211:40
BNE
-
MSY
1 stop24h 28m
United Airlines
Sat 28/209:00
MSY
-
BNE
1 stop30h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,119
Tue 27/1007:45
BNE
-
MSY
2 stops23h 07m
American Airlines
Wed 11/1114:07
MSY
-
BNE
1 stop24h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,149
Tue 27/1009:45
BNE
-
MSY
2 stops45h 42m
Air Canada
Wed 11/1117:25
MSY
-
BNE
2 stops47h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 24/2$1,178
Wed 25/312:00
MEL
-
MSY
2 stops27h 28m
United Airlines
Wed 15/418:58
MSY
-
MEL
1 stop22h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,257
Tue 24/211:30
MEL
-
MSY
2 stops24h 53m
United Airlines
Sat 28/214:32
MSY
-
MEL
2 stops25h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/2$1,261
Wed 25/309:10
MEL
-
MSY
1 stop30h 46m
Delta
Wed 15/407:08
MSY
-
MEL
1 stop33h 42m
Delta
Deal found 24/2$1,267
Wed 25/309:10
MEL
-
MSY
1 stop25h 48m
Delta
Tue 14/419:29
MSY
-
MEL
2 stops45h 21m
Delta
Deal found 23/2$1,271
Tue 3/1106:10
BNE
-
MSY
3 stops50h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/1117:25
MSY
-
BNE
2 stops47h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,271
Tue 27/1005:05
BNE
-
MSY
3 stops50h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/1117:25
MSY
-
BNE
3 stops51h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,598
Wed 8/410:20
SYD
-
MSY
1 stop27h 55m
United Airlines
Wed 15/418:58
MSY
-
SYD
1 stop20h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/2$1,701

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 26 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,257

One-way from

$931

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$2,129
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 25/3-15/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 48h 41m total
  • Australia to New Orleans
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15/6
  • 15/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 05m total
  • Australia to New Orleans
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($758 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($236 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 26 February 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

10:30-21:19

2 stops26h 49m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 14/4

14:14-08:15

2 stops27h 01m

$1,261

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

09:10-23:56

1 stop30h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 15/4

07:08-07:50

1 stop33h 42m

$1,267

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

09:10-18:58

1 stop25h 48m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 14/4

19:29-07:50

2 stops45h 21m

$1,271

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

12:10-18:13

2 stops22h 03m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 14/4

08:15-10:55

3 stops35h 40m

$1,925

BrisbaneNew Orleans

BNE - MSY

BNEMSY

Brisbane

Thu 9/4

06:05-08:34

3 stops41h 29m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 16/4

14:23-06:30

2 stops49h 07m

$1,925

BrisbaneNew Orleans

BNE - MSY

BNEMSY

Brisbane

Thu 25/6

06:05-08:46

3 stops41h 41m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 18/7

07:00-06:30

2 stops56h 30m

$2,229

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

15:50-08:45

3 stops32h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 15/4

17:21-11:10

3 stops26h 49m

$2,255

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/3

09:40-23:56

1 stop30h 16m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 27/3

05:35-07:30

2 stops33h 55m

$2,353

SydneyNew Orleans

SYD - MSY

SYDMSY

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/4

11:55-21:32

2 stops24h 37m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 30/4

14:14-10:40

3 stops29h 26m

$2,355

BrisbaneNew Orleans

BNE - MSY

BNEMSY

Brisbane

Thu 9/4

08:45-18:51

2 stops25h 06m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 16/4

14:45-05:00

2 stops23h 15m

$2,685

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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 $297). Flying from Australia to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,484). 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 26 February 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
604 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
604 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
604 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
445 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
604 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
998 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
604 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,348 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
604 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,748 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
604 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

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 $1,261, United Airlines can have you in New Orleans from Australia in 26h 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 Brisbane - New Orleans Louis Armstrong, Melbourne - New Orleans Louis Armstrong or Sydney Kingsford Smith - 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 $297). Flying from Australia to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,484). 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$1,050Average$1,731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,080Average$1,872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,169Average$1,823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,184Average$2,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air CanadaCheapest$1,243Average$1,962FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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