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$830+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Melbourne (MEL)

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 10/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — MEL
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
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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 (MEL). 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 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,273
(Qantas Airways)

One-way from

$830
(Qantas Airways)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,826
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($289 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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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 29, 2025.

This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/106:35 pmMSY - MEL
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/178:45 amMEL - MSY
2 stops21h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$1,273
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1212:46 pmMSY - MEL
2 stops30h 34mQantas Airways
Fri 9/197:15 amMEL - MSY
2 stops23h 21mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/29$1,332
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1011:55 amMSY - MEL
3 stops32h 10mAir Canada
Wed 9/178:30 pmMEL - MSY
3 stops53h 32mAir Canada
Deal found 7/27$1,570
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Thu 10/26:00 amMSY - MEL
2 stops49h 15mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/83:25 pmMEL - MSY
2 stops47h 07mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/27$1,808
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Thu 10/25:23 pmMSY - MEL
1 stop23h 52mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/810:10 amMEL - MSY
2 stops53h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$1,815
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1211:35 amMSY - MEL
3 stops40h 50mSingapore Airlines
Sat 11/1512:35 amMEL - MSY
2 stops32h 44mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/28$2,121
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/269:32 amMSY - MEL
2 stops30h 53mAir New Zealand
Sat 1/36:50 pmMEL - MSY
2 stops40h 24mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/29$2,308

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Melbourne 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 July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

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New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/10

6:35 pm-10:05 am

2 stops24h 30m

Melbourne

Wed 9/17

8:45 am-3:36 pm

2 stops21h 51m

$1,273

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/12

12:46 pm-10:20 am

2 stops30h 34m

Melbourne

Fri 9/19

7:15 am-3:36 pm

2 stops23h 21m

$1,332

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/12

6:22 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops30h 18m

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

8:35 am-7:50 pm

2 stops28h 15m

$1,564

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/10

11:55 am-11:05 am

3 stops32h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 9/17

8:30 pm-11:02 am

3 stops53h 32m

$1,570

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/2

6:00 am-10:15 pm

2 stops49h 15m

Melbourne

Wed 10/8

3:25 pm-10:32 pm

2 stops47h 07m

$1,808

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/2

5:23 pm-8:15 am

1 stop23h 52m

Melbourne

Wed 10/8

10:10 am-11:59 pm

2 stops53h 49m

$1,815

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 11/12

11:35 am-9:25 pm

3 stops40h 50m

Melbourne

Sat 11/15

12:35 am-4:19 pm

2 stops32h 44m

$2,121

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/13

3:54 pm-5:00 am

1 stop21h 06m

$830

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/13

5:23 pm-9:15 am

1 stop23h 52m

$835

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Deals found on 7/29

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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 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New Orleans to Melbourne Airport 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 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand, and Cathay Pacific from New Orleans to Melbourne Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
502 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
948 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
883 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

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?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from New Orleans to Melbourne. You should not have trouble finding flights to Melbourne from Louis Armstrong; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the New Orleans airport to Melbourne. It is only a 11.4 mi journey to Louis Armstrong (MSY) from New Orleans’s city center.

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

    Qantas Airways, at $1,332, was found to be the cheapest airline from New Orleans to Melbourne Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air New Zealand and Air Canada. Qantas Airways is priced at 17% 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 Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Melbourne Airport (average of $1,071). Flying from New Orleans to Melbourne Airport 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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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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$951Average$1,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,437Average$1,699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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