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$533+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Australia

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 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — SYD
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/87:37 pm
MSY
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MEL
1 stop42h 23m
Qantas Airways
Fri 5/229:00 am
MEL
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MSY
2 stops23h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/28$917
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/147:00 am
MSY
-
MEL
1 stop30h 00m
American Airlines
Sat 3/214:05 pm
MEL
-
MSY
2 stops23h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$971
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/139:27 am
MSY
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MEL
1 stop27h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/204:05 pm
MEL
-
MSY
1 stop18h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$977
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/167:00 am
MSY
-
MEL
1 stop29h 00m
American Airlines
Mon 3/234:05 pm
MEL
-
MSY
1 stop21h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$978
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/133:02 pm
MSY
-
MEL
2 stops26h 28m
American Airlines
Fri 3/204:05 pm
MEL
-
MSY
1 stop22h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$982
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/316:52 pm
MSY
-
MEL
1 stop22h 23m
United Airlines
Mon 6/1510:55 am
MEL
-
MSY
1 stop22h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$1,000
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/86:41 pm
MSY
-
MEL
1 stop22h 34m
United Airlines
Fri 5/2210:55 am
MEL
-
MSY
1 stop22h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,001
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/97:00 am
MSY
-
MEL
3 stops34h 15m
United Airlines
Sat 5/2310:55 am
MEL
-
MSY
2 stops23h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,005
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/19:00 am
MSY
-
MEL
1 stop32h 00m
United Airlines
Sun 3/811:30 am
MEL
-
MSY
2 stops23h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/29$1,006
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/711:05 am
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops28h 40m
Qantas Airways
Sat 2/142:05 pm
SYD
-
MSY
1 stop24h 26m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/27$1,015
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2110:42 am
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops42h 43m
Qantas Airways
Sun 3/151:05 pm
SYD
-
MSY
1 stop18h 57m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/27$1,017
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/111:27 pm
MSY
-
SYD
2 stops27h 03m
Qantas Airways
Wed 2/252:05 pm
SYD
-
MSY
1 stop25h 46m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 1/28$1,030

Find flight deals from New Orleans to Australia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Orleans to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$917
(Expedia)

One-way from

$533
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,756
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Australia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
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New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/8

7:37 pm-5:00 am

1 stop42h 23m

Melbourne

Fri 5/22

9:00 am-5:05 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$917

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/14

7:00 am-5:00 am

1 stop30h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 3/21

4:05 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop19h 11m

$971

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 2/16

7:00 am-5:00 am

1 stop29h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 3/23

4:05 pm-6:53 pm

1 stop18h 48m

$977

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 3/13

10:47 am-5:00 am

1 stop26h 13m

Melbourne

Fri 3/20

4:05 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop21h 21m

$977

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/9

5:22 pm-5:00 am

1 stop20h 38m

Melbourne

Sat 5/23

1:35 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop22h 57m

$978

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 3/13

3:02 pm-9:30 am

2 stops26h 28m

Melbourne

Fri 3/20

4:05 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop22h 33m

$982

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 5/31

6:52 pm-8:15 am

1 stop22h 23m

Melbourne

Mon 6/15

10:55 am-6:22 pm

1 stop22h 27m

$1,000

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/9

12:13 pm-8:15 am

2 stops29h 02m

Melbourne

Sat 5/23

10:55 am-6:22 pm

1 stop22h 27m

$1,001

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/8

6:41 pm-8:15 am

1 stop22h 34m

Melbourne

Fri 5/22

10:55 am-6:28 pm

1 stop22h 33m

$1,001

New OrleansSydney

MSY - SYD

MSYSYD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 2/11

1:27 pm-9:45 am

2 stops27h 18m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/25

2:05 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop24h 26m

$1,030

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Australia (average of $515). Flying from New Orleans to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,380). 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 Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Qantas Airways, and United Airlines from New Orleans to Australia by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
981 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,206 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Australia. 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 from for flights from New Orleans to Australia?

    Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Australia from New Orleans.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Australia?

    Airlines like Qantas Airways, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from New Orleans to Australia in about 30h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 23m. New Orleans and Australia are separated by a distance of 9269 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Orleans to Australia?

    When deciding which route to take from New Orleans to Australia consider New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Melbourne, New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Sydney Kingsford Smith or New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Melbourne Avalon as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Australia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Orleans to Australia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Australia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Orleans to Australia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Orleans to Australia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Australia 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 New Orleans to Australia?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Australia (average of $515). Flying from New Orleans to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,380). 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 New Orleans to Australia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Australia. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$907Average$1,278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$952Average$1,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$967Average$1,617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,264Average$1,301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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