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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans from $858

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 21/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — MSY
6 Feb — 13 Feb1
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 (MEL) 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 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,287

One-way from

$858

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,754
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 19/2-26/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 06m total
  • Melbourne to New Orleans
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 21/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 39m total
  • Melbourne to New Orleans
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($124 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($68 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 January 2026.

Thu 19/213:00MEL - MSY
1 stop24h 08mUnited Airlines
Thu 26/214:32MSY - MEL
2 stops25h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,287
Mon 2/216:05MEL - MSY
1 stop23h 54mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/211:05MSY - MEL
1 stop24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,351
Mon 2/216:05MEL - MSY
1 stop37h 36mQantas Airways
Mon 9/213:27MSY - MEL
1 stop22h 33mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/1$1,684
Thu 19/208:10MEL - MSY
3 stops32h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 26/209:17MSY - MEL
3 stops35h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,815
Thu 19/211:05MEL - MSY
2 stops21h 58mQantas Airways
Mon 23/216:48MSY - MEL
2 stops31h 57mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/1$2,410
Thu 19/212:00MEL - MSY
2 stops26h 31mAmerican Airlines
Mon 23/215:01MSY - MEL
1 stop20h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$2,484
Thu 19/213:00MEL - MSY
1 stop24h 08mUnited Airlines
Mon 23/214:38MSY - MEL
1 stop26h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$2,499

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Price

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

13:00-20:09

1 stop24h 09m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/2

10:35-09:30

2 stops29h 55m

$1,287

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

13:00-20:08

1 stop24h 08m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 26/2

14:38-10:00

1 stop26h 22m

$1,287

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

16:05-12:41

1 stop37h 36m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/2

13:27-05:00

1 stop22h 33m

$1,684

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

20:25-17:17

3 stops61h 52m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/2

18:05-14:05

3 stops51h 00m

$2,044

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

11:05-16:03

2 stops21h 58m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 23/2

16:48-17:45

2 stops31h 57m

$2,410

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

12:00-21:31

2 stops26h 31m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 23/2

15:01-05:00

1 stop20h 59m

$2,484

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

13:00-20:08

1 stop24h 08m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 23/2

14:38-10:00

1 stop26h 22m

$2,499

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

10:45-16:03

2 stops22h 18m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 26/2

15:01-11:40

3 stops27h 39m

$2,515

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Sat 21/2

13:00-13:41

1 stop41h 41m

$858

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Deals found on 6/1

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans (average of $868). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,805). 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 7 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia, andQantas Airways from Melbourne Airport 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
565 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
565 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
565 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
565 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
967 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
565 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,138 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
565 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

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?

    Located just 18.4 km from the city centre, New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travellers will use when flying to New Orleans from Melbourne. Booking flights from Melbourne to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Melbourne from 4 different airlines.

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

    A quick flight from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans can take about 24h 09m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,287. Airlines will cover a distance of 14917 km.

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

    Currently priced at $1,108, Virgin Australia will fly you from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans and back. In addition to Virgin Australia, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air New Zealand and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,140 and $1,305, respectively. Virgin Australia is currently priced 38% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 Airport to New Orleans?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans (average of $868). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,805). 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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to New Orleans. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 7 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,108Average$1,828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,140Average$1,807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,313Average$1,741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,575Average$1,720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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