Cheap flights from Melbourne to New Orleans from $859

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 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — MSY
9 May — 16 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 9 April 2026.

Mon 10/813:35
MEL
-
MSY
1 stop23h 01m
Qantas Airways
Mon 31/812:22
MSY
-
MEL
1 stop25h 38m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 7/4$1,583
Mon 18/510:55
MEL
-
MSY
1 stop22h 32m
United Airlines
Tue 18/809:51
MSY
-
MEL
2 stops31h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,603
Fri 22/510:00
MEL
-
MSY
2 stops25h 13m
Delta
Fri 29/514:50
MSY
-
MEL
1 stop26h 00m
Delta
Deal found 7/4$1,616
Fri 17/409:30
MEL
-
MSY
2 stops38h 04m
United Airlines
Sun 26/405:00
MSY
-
MEL
2 stops36h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 9/4$1,637
Fri 22/517:45
MEL
-
MSY
3 stops30h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/518:00
MSY
-
MEL
2 stops25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4$1,673
Mon 10/820:30
MEL
-
MSY
3 stops53h 22m
Air Canada
Mon 31/811:50
MSY
-
MEL
3 stops32h 15m
Air Canada
Deal found 7/4$1,962
Tue 13/1012:10
MEL
-
MSY
2 stops23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 27/1010:00
MSY
-
MEL
3 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,289
Tue 13/1007:25
MEL
-
MSY
2 stops25h 45m
Qantas Airways
Tue 27/1012:22
MSY
-
MEL
1 stop24h 38m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 6/4$2,376

Find 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 9 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,583

One-way from

$859

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,224
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 10/8-31/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 39m total
  • Melbourne to New Orleans
4/5
  • 4/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 24m total
  • Melbourne to New Orleans
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($64 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

10:55-18:27

1 stop22h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 18/8

07:00-08:15

3 stops34h 15m

$1,603

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Fri 22/5

10:00-23:59

1 stop28h 59m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 29/5

07:46-07:50

1 stop33h 04m

$1,616
Fastest return journey

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Mon 10/8

08:15-17:10

2 stops23h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 31/8

12:22-05:00

1 stop25h 38m

$1,639

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Mon 10/8

20:30-10:52

3 stops53h 22m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 31/8

11:50-11:05

3 stops32h 15m

$1,962

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

10:55-18:27

1 stop22h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 9/5

09:40-08:15

1 stop31h 35m

$2,899
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

10:55-21:32

2 stops25h 37m

$991

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Tue 4/8

10:55-08:46

2 stops36h 51m

$996

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Tue 4/8

23:55-05:39

3 stops44h 44m

$1,145

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to New Orleans

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New Orleans (average of $628). Flying from Melbourne to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,990). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to New Orleans?

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 9 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand,Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines 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.

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

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 22h 32m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,603. 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 $1,087. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $1,216, and American Airlines, from $1,306. Air New Zealand is 37% 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to New Orleans (average of $628). Flying from Melbourne to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,990). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to New Orleans

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,087Average$1,964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,216Average$1,631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,306Average$1,431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,534Average$1,784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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