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Cheap flights from Melbourne to New Orleans from $1,274

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 25/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
MEL — MSY
24 Apr — 1 May1
1 adult
Wed 24/4
Wed 1/5

Cheap 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 19 April 2024.

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January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$3,242

Round-trip from

$1,569
High demand for flights, 14% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 12% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in April 2024
From Melbourne to New Orleans Louis Armstrong

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Melbourne to New Orleans?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Tuesday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to New Orleans?

October is one of the best times of the year to fly to New Orleans from Melbourne. Prices for October average $3,137 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $1,699. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of January. Opting for a October flight can save you 16% on your journey compared to booking in January

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to New Orleans (MEL - MSY)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to New Orleans in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Melbourne to New Orleans

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Melbourne and New Orleans. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 595,970 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Qatar Airways flights heading from Melbourne to New Orleans. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Tue 7/521:00MEL - MSY
2 stops41h 56mQatar Airways
Sat 11/510:47MSY - MEL
2 stops38h 58mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/4$2,984
Tue 7/521:00MEL - MSY
2 stops41h 56mQatar Airways
Sat 11/510:47MSY - MEL
2 stops38h 58mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/4$2,989

Cheap American Airlines flights from Melbourne to New Orleans

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Melbourne and New Orleans. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 595,970 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available American Airlines flights departing from Melbourne and landing in New Orleans. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Tue 7/521:15MEL - MSY
2 stops30h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/519:42MSY - MEL
1 stop42h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/4$3,198
Tue 7/521:15MEL - MSY
2 stops27h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/519:42MSY - MEL
1 stop42h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/4$3,205

Cheap Melbourne to New Orleans flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Melbourne to New Orleans specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 595,970 searches. Prices were last updated on 19 April 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to New Orleans in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 7/521:00MEL - MSY
2 stops41h 56mQatar Airways
Sat 11/510:47MSY - MEL
2 stops38h 58mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/4$2,984
Tue 7/521:00MEL - MSY
2 stops41h 56mQatar Airways
Sat 11/510:47MSY - MEL
2 stops38h 58mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/4$2,989
Tue 7/521:15MEL - MSY
2 stops30h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/519:42MSY - MEL
1 stop42h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/4$3,198
Tue 7/521:15MEL - MSY
2 stops27h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/519:42MSY - MEL
1 stop42h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/4$3,205
Tue 7/510:55MEL - MSY
1 stop21h 48mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/518:50MSY - MEL
1 stop22h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4$3,296
Tue 7/510:55MEL - MSY
1 stop21h 48mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/518:50MSY - MEL
1 stop22h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/4$3,303
Tue 7/518:25MEL - MSY
3 stops38h 32mSingapore Airlines
Sat 11/515:50MSY - MEL
3 stops37h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 17/4$4,969
Tue 7/518:25MEL - MSY
3 stops38h 32mSingapore Airlines
Sat 11/515:50MSY - MEL
3 stops37h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/4$4,979

Melbourne to New Orleans 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Melbourne and New Orleans in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 595,970 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to New Orleans in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 7/521:00MEL - MSY
2 stops41h 56mQatar Airways
Sat 11/510:47MSY - MEL
2 stops38h 58mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/4$2,984
Tue 7/521:00MEL - MSY
2 stops41h 56mQatar Airways
Sat 11/510:47MSY - MEL
2 stops38h 58mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/4$2,989
Tue 7/521:15MEL - MSY
2 stops30h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/519:42MSY - MEL
1 stop42h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/4$3,198
Tue 7/521:15MEL - MSY
2 stops27h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/519:42MSY - MEL
1 stop42h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/4$3,205
Tue 7/510:55MEL - MSY
1 stop21h 48mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/518:50MSY - MEL
1 stop22h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4$3,296
Tue 7/510:55MEL - MSY
1 stop21h 48mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/518:50MSY - MEL
1 stop22h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/4$3,303
Tue 7/518:25MEL - MSY
3 stops38h 32mSingapore Airlines
Sat 11/515:50MSY - MEL
3 stops37h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 17/4$4,969
Tue 7/518:25MEL - MSY
3 stops38h 32mSingapore Airlines
Sat 11/515:50MSY - MEL
3 stops37h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/4$4,979

One-way flights to New Orleans from Melbourne

Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to New Orleans. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 595,970 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Melbourne to New Orleans. For those needing a return trip from Melbourne, there is a search form available above.
Thu 25/420:50MEL - MSY
3 stops43h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$1,274
Thu 25/413:45MEL - MSY
2 stops26h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$1,546
Thu 25/410:55MEL - MSY
1 stop21h 53mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/4$1,954
Wed 24/402:25MEL - MSY
3 stops59h 17mEmirates
Deal found 19/4$4,131
Thu 25/410:30MEL - MSY
4 stops45h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$18,324

Find flights from Melbourne to New Orleans within your budget

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 595,970 searches. Data last updated 19 April 2024.

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$2,984 - $4,979

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MelbourneNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Tue 7/5

2 stops41h 56m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/5

2 stops38h 58m

$2,984

MelbourneNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Tue 7/5

2 stops41h 56m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/5

2 stops38h 58m

$2,989

MelbourneNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Tue 7/5

2 stops30h 16m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/5

1 stop42h 43m

$3,198

MelbourneNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Tue 7/5

2 stops27h 54m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/5

1 stop42h 43m

$3,205

MelbourneNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Tue 7/5

1 stop21h 48m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/5

1 stop22h 25m

$3,296

MelbourneNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Tue 7/5

1 stop21h 48m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/5

1 stop22h 25m

$3,303

MelbourneNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Tue 7/5

3 stops38h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/5

3 stops37h 45m

$4,969

MelbourneNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Tue 7/5

3 stops38h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/5

3 stops37h 45m

$4,979

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Deals found on 17/4

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to New Orleans by month

Plan your trip from Melbourne to New Orleans by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Melbourne to New Orleans is currently $5,446 while a return flight costs $3,615. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MSY

Temperature

11 - 28 °C

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 19 April 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to New Orleans, such as Qatar Airways, American Airlines and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
1,491 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8.3
Very Good
1,491 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,491 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

8.1
Very Good
4,085 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,491 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.8
Good
687 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,491 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.7
Good
4,499 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,491 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

7.4
Good
11,325 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,491 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.8

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went smoothly, the staff was friendly, the special meal was correct. It was with Singapore Airlines for the first two legs (Penang to Singapore then Singapore to LAX). The final leg of LAX to BWI was with United.

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.

  • Can I find flights from Melbourne to New Orleans for under $3,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Melbourne to New Orleans for under $3,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qatar Airways for just $2,984, but on average you can expect to pay $3,615.

  • 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 $2,984. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $3,198, and United Airlines, from $3,296. Qatar Airways is 4% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Melbourne to New Orleans?

  • What does MEL to MSY mean?

    Melbourne Airport is MEL and New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is MSY. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to New Orleans that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Melbourne to New Orleans flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Melbourne to New Orleans with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Melbourne to New Orleans flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to New Orleans that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Melbourne to New Orleans offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Melbourne to New Orleans?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Melbourne to New Orleans flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Melbourne to New Orleans flight deals updated?

    The Melbourne to New Orleans flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 18/4.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to New Orleans

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United AirlinesCheapest$1,434Average$2,871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,022Average$3,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,119Average$2,815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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