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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans from $1,537

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — MSY
25 Nov — 2 Dec1
1 adult

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MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Thu 16/1

13:00-21:38

2 stops25h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 23/1

14:20-10:00

2 stops50h 40m

$1,537

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Thu 16/1

13:35-23:33

2 stops26h 58m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 23/1

10:26-12:45

3 stops33h 19m

$2,063

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Tue 3/12

07:10-16:46

2 stops26h 36m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/12

18:45-10:00

1 stop22h 15m

$3,187

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Tue 3/12

16:20-12:58

1 stop37h 38m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/12

16:10-05:40

1 stop20h 30m

$3,465

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Fri 20/12

12:00-21:10

2 stops26h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 26/12

15:46-09:30

2 stops24h 44m

$3,836

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Tue 3/12

22:30-19:35

2 stops38h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/12

15:30-20:35

3 stops36h 05m

$3,844

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Wed 15/1

00:45-23:12

2 stops39h 27m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 23/1

09:00-12:30

2 stops34h 30m

$8,304

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Thu 6/3

08:00-14:50

3 stops47h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 23/3

15:40-12:35

3 stops52h 55m

$12,444

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Mon 27/1

00:45-23:12

2 stops39h 27m

$5,470

MelbourneNew Orleans

MEL - MSY

MELMSY

Melbourne

Tue 28/1

07:20-13:06

2 stops46h 46m

$5,533

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Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to New Orleans (MSY). 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 20 November 2024.

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$1,537

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$2,800
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  • United Airlines
  • 16/1-23/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 76h 18m total
  • Melbourne to New Orleans
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2024.

Fri 20/1213:45MEL - MSY
3 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 26/1212:50MSY - MEL
3 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$2,301
Tue 3/1213:00MEL - MSY
2 stops41h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/1205:00MSY - MEL
2 stops36h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11$2,855
Tue 3/1207:10MEL - MSY
2 stops26h 36mVirgin Australia
Tue 10/1218:45MSY - MEL
1 stop22h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 19/11$3,187
Tue 3/1216:20MEL - MSY
1 stop37h 38mQantas Airways
Tue 10/1216:10MSY - MEL
1 stop20h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$3,465
Fri 20/1212:00MEL - MSY
2 stops26h 10mAmerican Airlines
Thu 26/1215:46MSY - MEL
2 stops24h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 19/11$3,836
Tue 3/1222:30MEL - MSY
2 stops38h 05mEmirates
Tue 10/1215:30MSY - MEL
3 stops36h 05mEmirates
Deal found 19/11$3,844

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to New Orleans

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to New Orleans including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 85% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 83.0 - 163.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 163.0 mm. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 83.0 mm.

Temperature in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. 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 New Orleans. Reviews last updated 20 November 2024.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,460 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,460 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,460 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,485 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,460 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
820 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,460 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
878 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,460 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
487 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,460 reviews
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Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 18.4 km from the city centre, New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travellers will use when flying to New Orleans from Melbourne. Booking flights from Melbourne to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Melbourne from 5 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $1,537, United Airlines will fly you from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $3,187 and $3,465, respectively. United Airlines is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans are Cathay Pacific ($5,470), Japan Airlines ($5,533), and United Airlines ($7,810).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to New Orleans by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to New Orleans

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United AirlinesCheapest$1,480Average$2,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,533Average$2,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,548Average$2,564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,613Average$2,329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,619Average$2,248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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