MSY - MEL

$493 Find Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Melbourne

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New Orleans to Melbourne departing on 3/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
1 adult
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New Orleans to Melbourne, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New Orleans to Melbourne, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$950
American Airlines
Mon 4/20Thu 4/30
MSY - MEL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$493
Qantas Airways
Sat 3/21
MSY - MEL • 1 stop
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American Airlines
Cheapest • from $950 (round-trip)
Qantas Airways
Best reviews • 7.5 score
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Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between New Orleans and Melbourne. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Los Angeles (LAX)
Cheapest • Avg $1,604 (round-trip)
San Francisco (SFO)
Shortest trip • 22h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Melbourne (MSY-MEL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New Orleans to Melbourne that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from New Orleans to Melbourne

Mon, Apr 20 - Thu, Apr 30
American Airlines Logo
10:34 am - 6:45 am
MSY
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MEL
29h 11m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 10:00 pm
MEL
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MSY
27h 15m
2 stops
$950American Airlines
Sun, Mar 22 - Sun, Mar 29
American Airlines Logo
4:47 pm - 10:25 am
MSY
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MEL
25h 38m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 6:53 pm
MEL
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MSY
25h 08m
2 stops
$971American Airlines
Thu, Jul 2 - Fri, Aug 7
American Airlines Logo
7:58 pm - 10:35 am
MSY
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MEL
23h 37m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 5:24 pm
MEL
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MSY
22h 39m
2 stops
$987American Airlines
Thu, Jul 2 - Fri, Aug 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:58 pm - 10:35 am
MSY
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MEL
23h 37m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 8:49 am
MEL
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MSY
29h 49m
3 stops
$1,007Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 20 - Thu, Apr 30
Air New Zealand Logo
2:23 pm - 7:30 am
MSY
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MEL
26h 07m
2 stops
Air New Zealand Logo
10:55 am - 11:17 am
MEL
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MSY
39h 22m
1 stop
$1,019Air New Zealand
Fri, Jul 17 - Sun, Aug 2
Delta Logo
6:40 pm - 7:50 am
MSY
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MEL
22h 10m
1 stop
Delta Logo
10:00 am - 5:53 pm
MEL
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MSY
22h 53m
1 stop
$1,217Delta
Fri, Jul 17 - Fri, Jul 31
Delta Logo
6:40 pm - 7:50 am
MSY
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MEL
22h 10m
1 stop
Delta Logo
10:00 am - 10:17 pm
MEL
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MSY
27h 17m
2 stops
$1,222Delta
Thu, Jul 2 - Fri, Aug 7
Delta Logo
5:05 pm - 7:50 am
MSY
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MEL
47h 45m
2 stops
Delta Logo
10:00 am - 11:58 pm
MEL
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MSY
28h 58m
1 stop
$1,235Delta
Mon, Apr 20 - Thu, Apr 30
Air New Zealand Logo
7:00 am - 7:30 am
MSY
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MEL
33h 30m
1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
10:55 am - 6:27 pm
MEL
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MSY
22h 32m
1 stop
$1,431Air New Zealand
Mon, Apr 20 - Thu, Apr 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:05 pm - 11:05 am
MSY
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MEL
50h 00m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 4:36 pm
MEL
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MSY
37h 51m
2 stops
$1,448Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for New Orleans to Melbourne flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New Orleans to Melbourne to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Melbourne?

The cheapest round-trip price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from New Orleans to Melbourne were found on American Airlines ($950) and Air New Zealand ($1,019).

Good to know

Low seasonMarch
Cheapest flight$493
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 23% increase in price.
Flight from New Orleans to Melbourne

When to book flights from New Orleans to Melbourne

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FAQs for booking New Orleans to Melbourne flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from New Orleans to Melbourne Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New Orleans to Melbourne Airport was $493 for a one-way ticket and $950 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New Orleans and Melbourne?

    A passport is required to fly from New Orleans to Melbourne.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New Orleans to Melbourne?

    On your way to Melbourne, you’ll fly out from New Orleans Louis Armstrong. You’ll be landing at Melbourne.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New Orleans to Melbourne?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New Orleans to Melbourne?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between New Orleans and Melbourne, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New Orleans to Melbourne, Qantas Airways or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New Orleans to Melbourne are Qantas Airways and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,699 and an overall rating of 7.5, Qantas Airways is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,509 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New Orleans to Melbourne?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New Orleans to Melbourne.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New Orleans to Melbourne?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Melbourne from New Orleans is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New Orleans to Melbourne?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Melbourne with an airline and back to New Orleans with another airline. Booking your flights between New Orleans and MEL can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New Orleans to Melbourne?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Melbourne from New Orleans up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from New Orleans to Melbourne

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from New Orleans to Melbourne. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from New Orleans to Melbourne? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
Qantas AirwaysOverall score based on 998 reviews
8.1Crew
7.4Comfort
7.2Entertainment
7.7Boarding
7.0Food
Airline reviews

Qantas is always subpar beyond comfy chairs for a domestic flight

6.0 GoodStorm, Feb 2026
BNE - DRW
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Qantas is always subpar beyond comfy chairs for a domestic flight

I liked boarding the plane. The staff were rude, the food was appalling and the chairs the most uncomfortable I have ever experienced

an hour late, then had to disembark on back stairs and take 4 flights up to get to main airport. No warning, and difficulty for those with canes and poor knees.

Well my expórtenle with Qantas it wasn’t that good KLM from Bs Aires was delay Santiago Chile Qantas QF 028 was still in the airport but the crew didn’t opened the door for me soo I lost my fly And I stuck in the airport 13 hrs waiting for next fly by Latam Arline My question is can I have my money back for business class

It was ok, the additional baggage charges were a bit excessive given winter is a time for skiing. To have to pay $600 extra for skis was tantamount to robbery. Airlines should consider sporting goods as baggage. Likewise, they should consider increasing the number of bags allowed on international flights to known ski destinations.

Flight was canceled. I was not alerted. It was only kayak that alerted me

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

Couldn't access entertainment on app as said in an email

Excellent as always, I won't fly to Australia, and back to the US on any other airline. The flight crew is always top notch, and have a way to make one feel extra special. Thank you for your service, I would rate Qantas Airways a 10+.

After already paying for excess luggage prior to flight, i was advised AT check in that i had to pay $816 or forfeit my flight! The lady at the counter was SO rude and had already started offboarding me when i said i would pay it after asking her three times for the exact amount! Have lodged a formal complaint yet heard nothing. Will not ever travel via Qantas again

Flight left on time and we arrived 25 minutes early! There was a gate available when we arrived so early on a busy Sunday afternoon! Flight attendants came around twice with the drinks cart.

Wonderful. Quick boarding. Early departure and we arrived 30 minutes early at our destination. Unfortunately, when you arrive early, there is still a departing aircraft at our gate. We had to park for 30 minutes until the gate was clear. So our early arrival was not really early at the gate. Otherwise it was a quick and smooth flight. Appreciated the efficiency.

Flight on time. Excellent service in Premium Economy. Great food served and cleaned up promptly. Unfortunately the climate control was malfunctioning and it was very cold and felt a bit like camping. Cold helps with sleep though so not complaining too much. Slept well. It asks to rate "entertainment". I do not like any IFE, don't shove a big screen in my face—I have my own phone if I want it. So this will always get low ratings.

We had turbulence ever 1/2 hr or so and the captains announcements were SOOOO LOUD

Everything was great except for the boarding process. Everyone is lining up all at the same time and it’s hard to tell between the groups as they are way too large.

Women boarding passengers at the gate was absolutely rude and disrespectful of passengers. The flight attendant was absolutely delightful! Smiling and connected with the passengers. So happy. The seats are cramped and uncomfortable but I guess that’s just the way it is Communication regarding flight was excellent

Overall we had a good experience during our flight from San Francisco to Houston.

Airport terminal was outdated, flight was on a small jet with no wifi

We were delayed for about an hour from taking off due to traffic control procedures at the destination airport. But once in the air, the flight went well. The crew members were great and provided cabin service despite moderate turbulence during much of the flight.

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

Flight boarded, departed and landed on time. Excellent service from flight attendant in FIRST

Boarding is always an ordeal. Less dogs on flights. I am highly allergic to dogs and cats. Why are there so many animals these days?

Flight to Tampa was delayed taking off due to plane arriving late but no other issues

There was a delay with the plan which cause the flight to leave later and once arrived in Chicago there was another delay and some passengers missed their connecting flights

Massimo, flight attendant was very authentic, attentive - wonderful. Food/wrap was just okay.

Worst experience ever. Flight could not land in Charlotte for what we were told was a ground stop. Had to be diverted to Raleigh to refuel. Strangely during ground stop, our connecting flight had no issue taking off on time causing us to miss our flight. We were told there were no other flights that day to our final destination and that two days out was the next one. The only flights to get us there were from Chicago the next morning. Completely opposite direction but it was a direct flight. So we get flown to Chicago and have to find a hotel in our own dime. The flight in the morning was also delayed. Thankfully only a short time. The non too of all this, our luggage did not arrive by the time we were there. Communication was terrible, through the entire trip. Complete incompetence. Will never fly American again.

Horrible. Got delayed many hours because their pilot wasn't trained for night landing at the airport and a rain delay made it a night landing. We have to wait hours for a qualified crew. They give us 12 dollar meal vouchers but most everything in the airport was closed and definitely more expensive than the vouchers.

I am an AA flyer for a very long time... AA has yet to disappoint.

Flight was delayed. Not much information on when the flight would take off. Eventually we were told it was maintenance. App was not giving updates.

Never ontime and always delays. Long waits for customer service and often app doesn’t work

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