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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans from $892

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 19/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — MSY
30 Nov — 7 Dec1
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 31 October 2025.

Sat 27/1211:30MEL - MSY
2 stops28h 58mUnited Airlines
Thu 22/110:35MSY - MEL
2 stops30h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/10$1,427
Mon 10/1120:50MEL - MSY
3 stops61h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/1118:05MSY - MEL
3 stops50h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10$1,512
Wed 19/1108:35MEL - MSY
2 stops31h 09mAir New Zealand
Mon 1/1217:17MSY - MEL
2 stops23h 08mAir New Zealand
Deal found 29/10$1,646
Mon 10/1116:05MEL - MSY
1 stop33h 23mAmerican Airlines
Mon 24/1114:07MSY - MEL
1 stop21h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 30/10$1,663
Sat 27/1211:30MEL - MSY
2 stops27h 07mUnited Airlines
Tue 20/114:13MSY - MEL
2 stops26h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/10$1,900
Sun 28/1211:30MEL - MSY
2 stops38h 06mUnited Airlines
Wed 21/109:05MSY - MEL
2 stops31h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/10$1,975
Mon 29/1216:05MEL - MSY
1 stop19h 43mAmerican Airlines
Fri 16/118:06MSY - MEL
2 stops41h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 30/10$2,065
Sat 27/1212:00MEL - MSY
2 stops26h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sat 17/111:05MSY - MEL
1 stop24h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 30/10$2,139
Sun 28/1216:05MEL - MSY
1 stop21h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sun 18/113:27MSY - MEL
1 stop22h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 30/10$2,214
Sat 27/1211:30MEL - MSY
2 stops25h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 18/108:10MSY - MEL
2 stops32h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/10$2,225

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 31 October 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,404

One-way from

$892

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$1,867
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 19/1-27/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 33m total
  • Melbourne to New Orleans
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 19/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 08m total
  • Melbourne to New Orleans
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($86 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($56 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 31 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans that are best for you.

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MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

16:05-19:41

1 stop20h 36m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 27/1

14:26-09:30

2 stops26h 04m

$1,404

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Sun 18/1

12:00-17:08

2 stops22h 08m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 27/1

11:05-05:00

1 stop24h 55m

$1,404

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Sat 27/12

11:30-23:28

2 stops28h 58m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 22/1

10:35-10:00

2 stops30h 25m

$1,427

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 19/11

08:35-22:44

2 stops31h 09m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/12

17:17-09:25

2 stops23h 08m

$1,646

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 19/11

16:05-19:08

1 stop20h 03m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/12

14:07-05:00

1 stop21h 53m

$1,663

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Mon 10/11

12:00-23:05

2 stops28h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 24/11

14:07-09:30

2 stops26h 23m

$1,663

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

09:10-17:46

1 stop24h 36m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 15/3

19:10-07:00

2 stops43h 50m

$1,712

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Sat 27/12

11:30-21:37

2 stops27h 07m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 20/1

14:13-10:00

2 stops26h 47m

$1,900

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Mon 29/12

13:00-13:08

2 stops41h 08m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 22/1

09:05-10:00

2 stops31h 55m

$1,900

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Mon 19/1

12:00-17:08

2 stops22h 08m

$892

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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 $962). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,036). 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 31 October 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 31 October 2025.
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
520 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
520 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
520 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
422 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
520 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
926 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
520 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,995 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
520 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

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 20h 36m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,404. Airlines will cover a distance of 14917 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $1,135, 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 $1,168 and $1,404, respectively. Virgin Australia is currently priced 40% 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 $962). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,036). 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 31 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,135Average$1,872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,168Average$1,794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,404Average$1,854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,614Average$1,876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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