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$1,171+ 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 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — MEL
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Melbourne

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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,171
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,459
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 July 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 8/151:05 pmMSY - MEL
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/221:30 pmMEL - MSY
3 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,171
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Sun 8/104:12 pmMSY - MEL
1 stop21h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/243:05 pmMEL - MSY
2 stops23h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,285
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 8/157:23 pmMSY - MEL
2 stops24h 27mAir New Zealand
Fri 8/2212:05 pmMEL - MSY
2 stops22h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$1,388
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Mon 10/139:15 amMSY - MEL
2 stops32h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/2712:00 pmMEL - MSY
2 stops24h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,459
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/156:39 pmMSY - MEL
2 stops24h 41mQantas Airways
Fri 8/223:05 pmMEL - MSY
1 stop20h 09mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,624
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Mon 10/138:04 pmMSY - MEL
2 stops35h 11mCathay Pacific
Sun 10/2612:45 amMEL - MSY
2 stops39h 14mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/1$1,792
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/135:45 pmMSY - AVV
2 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/276:00 amAVV - MSY
2 stops29h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,840
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1311:55 amMSY - MEL
3 stops32h 40mAir Canada
Mon 10/277:00 amMEL - MSY
3 stops50h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 7/1$2,094

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Melbourne that are best for you.

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New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 8/15

1:05 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops31h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 8/22

1:30 pm-5:10 am

3 stops30h 40m

$1,171

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 8/10

4:12 pm-5:00 am

1 stop21h 48m

Melbourne

Sun 8/24

3:05 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops23h 50m

$1,285

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 8/15

7:23 pm-10:50 am

2 stops24h 27m

Melbourne

Fri 8/22

12:05 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops22h 50m

$1,388

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 8/10

7:14 pm-8:15 am

1 stop22h 01m

Melbourne

Sun 8/24

10:55 am-4:17 pm

1 stop20h 22m

$1,596

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 8/15

6:39 pm-10:20 am

2 stops24h 41m

Melbourne

Fri 8/22

3:05 pm-8:14 pm

1 stop20h 09m

$1,624

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Deals found on 7/1

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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 July 3, 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 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 July 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to Melbourne, such as Air New Zealand, Cathay Pacific, and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
921 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
868 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,May 2025

AKL - SFO

It was a United plane, the seating was too tight.

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.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($1,285), Air New Zealand ($1,388), and United Airlines ($1,459) offers the cheapest pricing from New Orleans to Melbourne. American Airlines is priced at 18% 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Melbourne (average of $1,071). Flying from New Orleans to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,774). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$951Average$1,306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,437Average$1,699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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