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$971+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Melbourne

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — MEL
dic. 19 — dic. 261
vie. 12/19
vie. 12/26
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Melbourne (ME1). 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 noviembre 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$971
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,760
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Melbourne
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on noviembre 19, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/193:42 pmMSY - MEL
2 stops27h 43mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/261:45 pmMEL - MSY
3 stops35h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$1,538
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
mié. 11/199:05 amMSY - MEL
2 stops39h 35mAir New Zealand
mié. 11/2612:10 pmMEL - MSY
2 stops27h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/18$1,674
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
mié. 11/192:07 pmMSY - MEL
2 stops49h 23mQantas Airways
mié. 11/264:05 pmMEL - MSY
1 stop20h 06mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/18$1,740
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/196:06 amMSY - MEL
2 stops47h 54mCathay Pacific
mar. 11/2512:45 amMEL - MSY
2 stops39h 37mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/18$2,210
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
mié. 11/196:05 pmMSY - AVV
3 stops57h 15mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/268:55 pmAVV - MSY
3 stops61h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$2,545

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New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 2/16

10:40 am-5:00 am

1 stop25h 20m

Melbourne

lun. 3/23

4:05 pm-7:54 pm

1 stop19h 49m

$971

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 2/6

3:03 pm-8:00 am

1 stop23h 57m

Melbourne

mié. 2/18

10:10 am-7:04 pm

1 stop25h 54m

$1,001

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 2/4

4:45 pm-8:00 am

1 stop22h 15m

Melbourne

mié. 2/18

10:10 am-7:04 pm

1 stop25h 54m

$1,001

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 2/4

4:45 pm-8:00 am

1 stop22h 15m

Melbourne

dom. 2/15

10:10 am-7:04 pm

1 stop25h 54m

$1,001

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 2/9

3:03 pm-8:00 am

1 stop23h 57m

Melbourne

mié. 2/18

10:10 am-7:04 pm

1 stop25h 54m

$1,001

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 2/6

7:30 am-8:00 am

2 stops31h 30m

Melbourne

dom. 2/15

10:10 am-6:22 pm

2 stops25h 12m

$1,006

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 2/5

7:13 pm-8:00 am

2 stops43h 47m

Melbourne

dom. 2/15

10:10 am-8:55 am

2 stops39h 45m

$1,006

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 2/6

3:03 pm-8:00 am

1 stop23h 57m

Melbourne

vie. 2/20

10:10 am-8:07 pm

2 stops26h 57m

$1,006

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - AVV

MSYAVV

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

lun. 2/16

6:05 pm-11:15 pm

3 stops60h 10m

Melbourne Avalon

lun. 3/23

8:55 pm-5:17 pm

3 stops60h 22m

$1,551

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sáb. 3/21

7:00 am-12:05 pm

2 stops61h 05m

$4,518

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Melbourne

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Melbourne (average of $689). Flying from New Orleans to Melbourne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,934). 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 MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated noviembre 19, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New Orleans to Melbourne in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Melbourne?

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated noviembre 19, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to Melbourne, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,023 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,023 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,023 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,046 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,023 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from New Orleans to Melbourne, you will be flying from Louis Armstrong. New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is just 11.4 mi from the center of the city. Louis Armstrong is the only New Orleans airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 2 airlines have flights to Melbourne from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on a regular basis.

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

    American Airlines and Delta can get you from New Orleans to Melbourne in just under 23h 57m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 23m. The distance from New Orleans to Melbourne is about 9269 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New Orleans to Melbourne round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($951), and American Airlines ($1,264) offers the cheapest pricing from New Orleans to Melbourne. United Airlines is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Melbourne (average of $689). Flying from New Orleans to Melbourne in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,934). 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 New Orleans to Melbourne

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Melbourne. 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 noviembre 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$951Average$1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,264Average$1,416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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