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$587+ 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 10/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — MEL
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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 (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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,241
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$587
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,281
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 September 11, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/96:35 pmMSY - MEL
2 stops25h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 9/169:00 amMEL - MSY
2 stops23h 24mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/9$1,202
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Tue 10/2111:15 amMSY - MEL
2 stops27h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/2812:00 pmMEL - MSY
2 stops24h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,265
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/2512:38 pmMSY - MEL
2 stops26h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/112:00 pmMEL - MSY
2 stops26h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,266
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/216:30 pmMSY - MEL
2 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/2812:00 pmMEL - MSY
1 stop42h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,293
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/2510:46 amMSY - MEL
3 stops30h 39mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/112:10 pmMEL - MSY
2 stops32h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,308
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/198:00 amMSY - MEL
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/219:25 amMEL - MSY
3 stops34h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,532
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Tue 10/216:04 amMSY - MEL
2 stops38h 11mCathay Pacific
Mon 10/2712:45 amMEL - MSY
2 stops37h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/9$1,549
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Tue 10/215:23 pmMSY - MEL
1 stop23h 52mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/2812:00 pmMEL - MSY
1 stop26h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$1,605
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/269:05 amMSY - MEL
2 stops31h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/211:30 amMEL - MSY
2 stops27h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,609

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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 September 11, 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 Orleans

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Melbourne

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Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 1/18

10:30 am-10:00 am

2 stops30h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 1/25

1:00 pm-8:01 pm

1 stop24h 01m

$1,455

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/19

9:00 am-10:00 am

1 stop32h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 1/27

1:00 pm-8:01 pm

1 stop24h 01m

$1,455

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/21

10:30 am-10:00 am

2 stops30h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 2/1

1:00 pm-8:01 pm

1 stop24h 01m

$1,455

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 1/25

2:44 pm-10:00 am

1 stop26h 16m

Melbourne

Sun 2/1

1:00 pm-8:01 pm

1 stop24h 01m

$1,455

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/19

12:00 pm-10:00 am

2 stops29h 00m

Melbourne

Mon 1/26

11:30 am-6:13 pm

2 stops23h 43m

$1,459

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/19

2:35 pm-10:00 am

2 stops26h 25m

Melbourne

Mon 2/2

1:00 pm-8:06 pm

2 stops24h 06m

$1,459

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/20

3:59 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 31m

Melbourne

Tue 2/3

11:30 am-8:06 pm

2 stops25h 36m

$1,459

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/19

2:26 pm-10:00 am

2 stops26h 34m

Melbourne

Sun 2/1

1:00 pm-8:01 pm

1 stop24h 01m

$1,459

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 1/4

8:35 am-10:00 am

1 stop32h 25m

Melbourne

Sun 1/11

11:30 am-8:56 am

2 stops38h 26m

$1,471

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/10

11:00 am-9:00 am

2 stops30h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 3/14

12:00 pm-4:53 pm

1 stop20h 53m

$1,474

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

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 September 11, 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 September 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

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 1 airline has 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.

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

    For as low as $1,455, United Airlines can have you in Melbourne Airport from New Orleans in 30h 30m. New Orleans and Melbourne Airport are separated by a distance of 9269 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from New Orleans to Melbourne Airport round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $951, was found to be the cheapest airline from New Orleans to Melbourne Airport.. United Airlines is priced at 38% 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 airline flying from New Orleans to Melbourne

Discover the top airline 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 September 11, 2025.
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United AirlinesCheapest$951Average$1,320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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