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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans from $773

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 17/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — MSY
29 Mar — 5 Apr1
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 27 February 2026.

Wed 25/312:00
MEL
-
MSY
2 stops27h 28m
United Airlines
Wed 15/418:58
MSY
-
MEL
1 stop22h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,255
Wed 25/312:00
MEL
-
MSY
2 stops25h 03m
United Airlines
Tue 14/415:48
MSY
-
MEL
2 stops25h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/2$1,261
Wed 25/309:10
MEL
-
MSY
1 stop30h 46m
Delta
Wed 15/407:08
MSY
-
MEL
1 stop33h 42m
Delta
Deal found 24/2$1,265
Wed 25/309:10
MEL
-
MSY
1 stop25h 48m
Delta
Tue 14/419:29
MSY
-
MEL
2 stops45h 21m
Delta
Deal found 26/2$1,272
Wed 25/312:10
MEL
-
MSY
2 stops22h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 14/408:15
MSY
-
MEL
3 stops35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/2$1,776
Wed 25/309:15
MEL
-
MSY
2 stops22h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 15/417:21
MSY
-
MEL
3 stops26h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2$1,956
Sun 12/410:55
MEL
-
MSY
2 stops41h 28m
United Airlines
Sun 19/418:08
MSY
-
MEL
2 stops46h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/2$2,381
Tue 24/218:20
MEL
-
MSY
2 stops56h 32m
American Airlines
Sat 28/205:30
MSY
-
MEL
1 stop30h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 23/2$2,410
Thu 9/421:15
MEL
-
MSY
2 stops39h 17m
Emirates
Thu 16/415:48
MSY
-
MEL
2 stops46h 42m
Emirates
Deal found 23/2$3,510
Fri 10/422:55
MEL
-
MSY
2 stops37h 37m
Emirates
Fri 17/415:48
MSY
-
MEL
2 stops33h 52m
Emirates
Deal found 24/2$3,588

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 27 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,255

One-way from

$773

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,648
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 25/3-15/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 45m total
  • Melbourne to New Orleans
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 17/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 06m total
  • Melbourne to New Orleans
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($57 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 27 February 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

09:10-23:56

1 stop30h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 15/4

07:08-07:50

1 stop33h 42m

$1,265

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

09:10-18:58

1 stop25h 48m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 14/4

19:29-07:50

2 stops45h 21m

$1,272

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

12:10-18:13

2 stops22h 03m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 14/4

08:15-10:55

3 stops35h 40m

$1,776

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 25/3

09:15-16:02

2 stops22h 47m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 15/4

17:21-11:10

3 stops26h 49m

$1,956

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Sun 12/4

10:55-23:15

1 stop27h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 19/4

18:58-08:15

1 stop22h 17m

$2,826

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Thu 9/4

21:15-21:32

2 stops39h 17m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 16/4

15:48-05:30

2 stops46h 42m

$3,510

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Sun 12/4

05:15-21:32

2 stops55h 17m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 19/4

09:40-16:40

2 stops40h 00m

$6,159

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

16:30-21:32

3 stops44h 02m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 7/6

19:58-22:15

2 stops35h 17m

$15,006

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

23:35-11:27

2 stops50h 52m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 7/6

12:20-17:10

3 stops37h 50m

$15,823

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Fri 17/4

06:30-08:34

3 stops41h 04m

$1,005

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans (average of $758). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,707). 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 27 February 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
605 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
605 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
605 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
445 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
605 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
999 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
605 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,352 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
605 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

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 27h 20m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,381. 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 $1,048, 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 Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,078 and $1,182, respectively. Virgin Australia is currently priced 39% 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans (average of $758). Flying from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,707). 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 27 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,048Average$1,729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,078Average$1,948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,182Average$1,770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,234Average$1,631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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