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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans from $1,366

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — MSY
10 Sep — 17 Sep1
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 11 August 2026.

Mon 17/810:55 -
2 stops27h 58m
Mon 26/1015:43 -
2 stops24h 47m
Deal found 7/8$1,366
Wed 23/910:55 -
2 stops26h 50m
Wed 30/909:53 -
2 stops31h 22m
Deal found 9/8$1,813
Wed 23/910:55 -
2 stops26h 02m
Wed 30/908:05 -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 9/8$1,827
Sun 20/910:00 -
1 stop28h 58m
Fri 25/908:04 -
1 stop32h 46m
Deal found 8/8$2,167
Wed 23/910:00 -
1 stop26h 25m
Wed 30/908:04 -
1 stop32h 46m
Deal found 9/8$2,481
Sun 20/918:55 -
2 stops40h 08m
Fri 25/915:40 -
2 stops27h 15m
Deal found 8/8$2,607
Mon 17/816:35 -
3 stops31h 11m
Mon 26/1018:28 -
2 stops24h 07m
Deal found 9/8$2,686

Find 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 11 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,813

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,599
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 23/9-30/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 58h 12m total
  • Melbourne to New Orleans
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($85 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL Melbourne - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

MELMSY

Melbourne

Sun 20/9

10:00-16:56

1 stop21h 56m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 25/9

09:05-07:50

2 stops31h 45m

$2,167

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL Melbourne - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 23/9

10:00-21:25

1 stop26h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 30/9

08:04-07:50

1 stop32h 46m

$2,481

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL Melbourne - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

MELMSY

Melbourne

Sun 20/9

16:35-08:46

3 stops31h 11m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 25/9

14:50-10:35

2 stops28h 45m

$3,557

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL Melbourne - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 23/9

16:05-09:03

3 stops31h 58m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 30/9

15:46-09:30

3 stops26h 44m

$3,607
Fastest return journey

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL Melbourne - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 2/12

10:20-22:54

2 stops29h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/12

17:25-08:55

2 stops22h 30m

$4,465

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL Melbourne - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

MELMSY

Melbourne

Mon 21/9

21:15-21:57

2 stops39h 42m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 28/9

15:44-05:30

2 stops46h 46m

$5,472

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL Melbourne - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

MELMSY

Melbourne

Tue 22/9

21:15-21:57

2 stops39h 42m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 29/9

15:44-21:50

2 stops39h 06m

$6,229

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL Melbourne - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 2/12

10:10-21:06

1 stop27h 56m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/12

14:41-08:00

1 stop24h 19m

$6,477

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL Melbourne - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

MELMSY

Melbourne

Thu 24/9

21:15-20:08

2 stops37h 53m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/10

15:44-05:30

2 stops46h 46m

$7,613

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL Melbourne - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 2/12

07:20-11:39

2 stops45h 19m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/12

07:43-05:40

2 stops52h 57m

$8,668

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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 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 $1,354). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,376). 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 11 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Qantas Airways and United Airlines 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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,081 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tania,May 2026

SYD - DFW

The trip was great and the flight attendants were lovely. It was my honeymoon and ai thought I lost my gold brecelet. They searched until they found it and gave us a bottle of champaign to celebrate our honeymoon. They were lovely!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,081 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,081 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tania,May 2026

SYD - DFW

The trip was great and the flight attendants were lovely. It was my honeymoon and ai thought I lost my gold brecelet. They searched until they found it and gave us a bottle of champaign to celebrate our honeymoon. They were lovely!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,103 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,081 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Tania,May 2026

SYD - DFW

The trip was great and the flight attendants were lovely. It was my honeymoon and ai thought I lost my gold brecelet. They searched until they found it and gave us a bottle of champaign to celebrate our honeymoon. They were lovely!

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 2 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 21h 56m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,167. 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 $1,198, United Airlines will fly you from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Qantas Airways for as low as $1,384. United Airlines is currently priced 30% 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 $1,354). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans in January is currently the most expensive (average of $2,376). 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 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to New Orleans

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,198Average$1,538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,384Average$1,730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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