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Cheapest return flight
$1,435
Typical prices: $1,366-$1,979
Qantas Airways
Sat 1/12Sat 8/12
MEL - MSY • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
December
Cheapest • 23% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $1,604 (return)
San Francisco (SFO)
Shortest trip • 22h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to New Orleans (MEL-MSY)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to New Orleans

Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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06:45 - 17:41MEL  Melbourne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
27h 56m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:42 - 05:00MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MEL Melbourne
23h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,435Qantas Airways
Mon, 9 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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10:10 - 00:24MEL  Melbourne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
31h 14m1 stop Los Angeles
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07:02 - 08:00MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MEL Melbourne
31h 58m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,462Delta
Mon, 9 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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10:10 - 20:39MEL  Melbourne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
27h 29m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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07:02 - 08:00MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MEL Melbourne
31h 58m1 stop Los Angeles
$1,462Delta
Mon, 9 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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10:10 - 20:39MEL  Melbourne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
27h 29m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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19:30 - 08:00MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MEL Melbourne
43h 30m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles
$1,465Delta
Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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08:00 - 17:41MEL  Melbourne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
26h 41m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:18 - 05:00MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MEL Melbourne
25h 42m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,472American Airlines
Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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22:45 - 09:51MEL  Melbourne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
28h 06m2 stops Los Angeles Miami
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09:33 - 05:00MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MEL Melbourne
26h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,477Qantas Airways
Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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22:45 - 09:28MEL  Melbourne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
27h 43m2 stops Los Angeles Charlotte Douglas
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10:31 - 05:00MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MEL Melbourne
25h 29m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,477Qantas Airways
Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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10:10 - 21:57MEL  Melbourne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
28h 47m2 stops Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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07:46 - 08:00MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MEL Melbourne
31h 14m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles
$1,510Delta
Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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12:45 - 21:43MEL  Melbourne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
25h 58m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl
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07:00 - 10:30MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MEL Melbourne
34h 30m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco
$1,517United Airlines
Fri, 4 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
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12:45 - 20:08MEL  Melbourne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
24h 23m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl
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19:30 - 09:30MSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MEL Melbourne
45h 00m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles
$1,838United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to New Orleans flights

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How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans?

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans typically range from $1,366 to $1,979. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,435 on Qantas Airways.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans at $1,332 return.
•April ($2,563) and October ($2,038) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 92% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to New Orleans flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$1,435
Beat the crowds with an average 47% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 69% increase in traveller numbers.
Round-trip flight from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans

When to book flights from Melbourne to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to New Orleans based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Melbourne Airport to New Orleans flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans.

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

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans takes 00m, covering 24,007 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to New Orleans flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans range from $1,366 to $1,979, with an average of $1,724 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,366 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,435 to $6,008. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $35 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Priceless
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans pass through?

    Connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans most commonly pass through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 82% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) – 18% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,374 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $2,388, a difference of $1,015.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 09m, compared to 22h 24m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and New Orleans?

    New Orleans is 16 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to New Orleans flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,374, about $1,015 less than Wednesday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to New Orleans trip for December. Fares historically average $1,332 return in that month – typically $1,231 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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