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Cheapest round-trip
$1,262
Typical prices: $959-$1,390
United Airlines
Tue 11/20Tue 11/27
MEL - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$745
Typical prices: $600-$1,032
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/22
MEL - MSY • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
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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Cheapest • Avg $1,127 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 22h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to New Orleans (MEL-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Melbourne to New Orleans

Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27
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12:45 pm - 10:20 pmMEL  Melbourne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
26h 35m1 stop San Francisco
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2:12 pm - 9:30 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MEL Melbourne
26h 18m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles
$1,262United Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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12:00 pm - 2:55 pmMEL  Melbourne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
19h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:33 pm - 5:00 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MEL Melbourne
23h 27m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,343Qantas Airways
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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10:45 pm - 8:20 amMEL  Melbourne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
26h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Charlotte Douglas
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3:45 pm - 11:55 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MEL Melbourne
27h 10m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,420American Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 15
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12:45 pm - 9:28 amMEL  Melbourne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
37h 43m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 9:30 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MEL Melbourne
35h 30m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles
$1,465United Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 15
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12:10 pm - 5:48 pmMEL  Melbourne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
22h 38m2 stops Auckland Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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8:00 am - 8:55 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MEL Melbourne
31h 55m3 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Auckland Intl
$1,646Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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10:20 am - 7:14 pmMEL  Melbourne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
25h 54m3 stops Brisbane Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:45 pm - 10:05 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MEL Melbourne
25h 20m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Sydney Kingsford Smith
$1,914Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 15
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10:10 am - 9:06 pmMEL  Melbourne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
27h 56m1 stop Los Angeles
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7:00 am - 8:00 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MEL Melbourne
32h 00m1 stop Los Angeles
$2,067Delta
Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27
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10:35 pm - 11:52 pmMEL  Melbourne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
42h 17m3 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:00 am - 8:55 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MEL Melbourne
32h 55m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Auckland Intl
$2,085Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 15
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8:00 am - 5:52 pmMEL  Melbourne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
26h 52m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:37 pm - 10:05 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MEL Melbourne
28h 28m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,387Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27
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8:15 am - 5:41 pmMEL  Melbourne-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
26h 26m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:33 pm - 10:05 amMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MEL Melbourne
28h 32m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth San Francisco Sydney Kingsford Smith
$2,793Multiple 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 round-trip flight from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans?

Round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans typically range from $959 to $1,390. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,262, on United Airlines.

What’s 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 $936 round-trip.
•April ($1,801) and October ($1,432) 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.

Key details for Melbourne Airport to New Orleans flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$745
Beat the crowds with an average 47% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 7% increase in travelers.
One-way 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.

  • What 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 nonstop flight from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans takes 00m, covering 9,269 miles.

  • 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?

    Round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans range from $959 to $1,390, with an average of $1,211 over the past 12 months. Anything below $959 counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans looking right now?

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to New Orleans are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,153, which is 90% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 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 $965 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,678, a difference of $713.

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

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 21h 09m, compared with 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.

  • What popular places can I visit in New Orleans?

    Some of the most popular sights in New Orleans are Caesars Superdome, New Orleans Morial Convention Center and Canal Street. These are among the most viewed places in New Orleans on KAYAK.

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 $965, about $713 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 $936 round-trip in that month - typically $865 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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