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Cheap flights from Melbourne to New Orleans from $1,420

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — MSY
7 Dec — 14 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to New Orleans (MSY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 7 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,420

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$2,050
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 21/12-28/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 100h 08m total
  • Melbourne to New Orleans
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 November 2025.

Sun 21/1211:30MEL - MSY
2 stops42h 38mUnited Airlines
Sun 28/1207:00MSY - MEL
2 stops57h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,420
Mon 22/1213:00MEL - MSY
1 stop28h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 29/1209:32MSY - MEL
2 stops31h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/11$1,422
Sun 21/1210:10MEL - MSY
1 stop30h 49mDelta
Sun 28/1219:10MSY - MEL
1 stop43h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/11$1,431
Wed 19/1108:35MEL - MSY
2 stops26h 10mAir New Zealand
Mon 1/1217:17MSY - MEL
2 stops23h 08mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/11$1,644
Mon 10/1116:05MEL - MSY
2 stops24h 09mAmerican Airlines
Mon 24/1114:14MSY - MEL
2 stops26h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,659
Mon 10/1121:00MEL - MSY
3 stops61h 17mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1118:05MSY - MEL
3 stops50h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,933
Tue 2/1206:30MEL - MSY
2 stops23h 29mQantas Airways
Fri 5/1218:02MSY - MEL
2 stops26h 33mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/11$2,150
Mon 10/1107:20MEL - MSY
2 stops46h 06mJapan Airlines
Mon 24/1114:14MSY - MEL
2 stops46h 26mJapan Airlines
Deal found 6/11$2,162

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MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Sun 21/12

11:30-13:08

2 stops42h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 28/12

07:00-09:30

2 stops57h 30m

$1,420

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Mon 22/12

11:30-21:41

2 stops27h 11m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 29/12

09:32-10:00

2 stops31h 28m

$1,422

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 19/11

08:35-17:45

2 stops26h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/12

17:17-09:25

2 stops23h 08m

$1,644

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Tue 10/3

12:00-20:54

2 stops24h 54m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 14/3

18:17-09:30

2 stops47h 13m

$1,659

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 19/11

16:05-19:08

1 stop20h 03m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/12

15:35-05:00

1 stop20h 25m

$1,659

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 19/11

12:00-23:05

2 stops28h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/12

14:07-05:00

1 stop21h 53m

$1,659

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Sun 21/12

10:10-23:59

1 stop30h 49m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 28/12

19:26-08:00

2 stops43h 34m

$2,219

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Tue 2/12

06:30-12:59

2 stops23h 29m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/12

15:35-05:00

1 stop20h 25m

$2,322

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Deals found on 6/11

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New Orleans (average of $973). Flying from Melbourne to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,876). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to New Orleans in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 84% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 7 November 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways from Melbourne to New Orleans by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
526 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - BNE

I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
526 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
526 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - BNE

I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
424 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
526 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - BNE

I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
929 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
526 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - BNE

I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,008 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
526 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - BNE

I had no worries going through customs in Canada but in New Zealand there were two machines and it beeped on me. Something on my side. There was nothing on my side. I lifted my top to show, i had a fabric belt tied around my skirt, maybe that which wasn’t knotted is what triggered. Shrug. I do wonder what that was that had me patted lightly with a guard in plastic gloves. so it goes.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne 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 Melbourne?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY), located 18.4 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Melbourne to New Orleans. 4 airlines have flights to Louis Armstrong from Melbourne on a regular basis. Booking flights from Melbourne to New Orleans Louis Armstrong should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day.

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

    A quick flight from Melbourne to New Orleans can take about 26h 10m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,644. The distance from Melbourne to New Orleans is about 14917 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to New Orleans round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne to New Orleans round-trip from $1,147. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $1,180, and United Airlines, from $1,419. Virgin Australia is 40% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to New Orleans?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New Orleans (average of $973). Flying from Melbourne to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,876). 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$1,147Average$1,892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,180Average$1,813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,419Average$1,831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,631Average$1,896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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