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$578+ 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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — SYD
Nov 20 — Nov 271
Thu 11/20
Thu 11/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 October 21, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,022
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$578
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,272
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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 October 21, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:15 amMSY - SYD
1 stop33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/1111:20 amSYD - MSY
1 stop34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/19$1,022
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:05 pmMSY - SYD
2 stops46h 30mAir Canada
Thu 12/114:00 pmSYD - MSY
2 stops42h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 10/19$1,171
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Thu 11/63:35 pmMSY - SYD
1 stop22h 20mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/282:05 pmSYD - MSY
1 stop22h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/19$1,215
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Thu 11/63:35 pmMSY - SYD
2 stops24h 25mAmerican Airlines
Thu 11/2011:20 amSYD - MSY
2 stops24h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/21$1,218
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Wed 11/52:14 pmMSY - SYD
1 stop23h 46mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/2011:50 amSYD - MSY
1 stop28h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/21$1,231
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Wed 12/312:30 pmMSY - MEL
2 stops28h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/101:00 pmMEL - MSY
1 stop23h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/19$1,284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Thu 12/410:35 amMSY - MEL
3 stops29h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/111:00 pmMEL - MSY
2 stops26h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/20$1,288
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/33:11 pmMSY - MEL
1 stop23h 49mDelta
Wed 12/1010:10 amMEL - MSY
1 stop24h 26mDelta
Deal found 10/19$1,291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/201:15 pmMSY - SYD
2 stops26h 20mDelta
Thu 10/2310:25 amSYD - MSY
2 stops25h 52mDelta
Deal found 10/19$1,297
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:15 amMSY - MEL
1 stop34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/116:15 amMEL - MSY
2 stops39h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$1,300
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/197:25 pmMSY - SYD
2 stops44h 55mAir Canada
Mon 10/2710:25 amSYD - MSY
2 stops38h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 10/19$1,302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/197:15 pmMSY - SYD
2 stops44h 20mDelta
Sat 10/2510:25 amSYD - MSY
1 stop29h 42mDelta
Deal found 10/19$1,321

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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 October 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Australia that are best for you.

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New OrleansSydney

MSY - SYD

MSYSYD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 12/4

6:15 am-9:00 am

1 stop33h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/11

11:20 am-5:10 am

1 stop34h 50m

$1,022

New OrleansSydney

MSY - SYD

MSYSYD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 12/5

3:35 pm-9:00 am

2 stops24h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/22

11:20 am-4:37 pm

2 stops22h 17m

$1,218

New OrleansSydney

MSY - SYD

MSYSYD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 11/25

3:35 pm-9:00 am

2 stops24h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 12/30

11:20 am-8:43 pm

2 stops26h 23m

$1,218

New OrleansSydney

MSY - SYD

MSYSYD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 11/5

3:29 pm-9:00 am

2 stops24h 31m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/20

11:20 am-4:19 pm

2 stops21h 59m

$1,218

New OrleansSydney

MSY - SYD

MSYSYD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 2/11

9:05 am-7:00 am

1 stop28h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/25

11:50 am-1:10 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$1,223

New OrleansSydney

MSY - SYD

MSYSYD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 11/25

5:17 pm-7:00 am

1 stop20h 43m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 12/30

11:50 am-4:01 pm

1 stop21h 11m

$1,231

New OrleansSydney

MSY - SYD

MSYSYD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 11/6

7:00 am-7:00 am

1 stop31h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 11/20

11:50 am-5:45 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$1,231

New OrleansBrisbane

MSY - BNE

MSYBNE

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 3/12

10:10 am-7:45 am

2 stops30h 35m

Brisbane

Mon 3/16

9:45 am-7:50 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$1,256

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/3

12:30 pm-9:30 am

2 stops28h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 12/10

1:00 pm-7:33 pm

1 stop23h 33m

$1,284

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 12/4

8:00 am-10:00 am

2 stops33h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 12/11

1:00 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops26h 59m

$1,288

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Australia

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Australia (average of $427). Flying from New Orleans to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,373). 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 MSY to AU?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Australia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 21, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New Orleans to Australia in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 37% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 October 21, 2025.
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
7,978 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
922 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,991 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,023 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

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 American Airlines, Air Canada, and United Airlines fly from New Orleans to Australia in about 24h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 10m. New Orleans and Australia are separated by a distance of 8873 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Orleans to Australia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $578. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from New Orleans to Australia for a low price.

  • 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 - Sydney Kingsford Smith, New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Brisbane or New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Melbourne 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Australia (average of $427). Flying from New Orleans to Australia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,373). 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 October 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$907Average$1,336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$951Average$1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,084Average$1,623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,264Average$1,416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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