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$745+ 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 1/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — MEL
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
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 December 18, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,774
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One-way flights from New Orleans to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options from New Orleans to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Thu 1/308:18 amMSY - MEL
3 stops35h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$745
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Thu 1/308:45 amMSY - MEL
1 stop32h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$780
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/52:16 pmMSY - MEL
2 stops27h 34mAir New Zealand
Deal found 12/17$1,111
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/63:10 pmMSY - MEL
1 stop25h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,269
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/71:30 pmMSY - MEL
2 stops34h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,398

Find flights from New Orleans to Melbourne within your budget

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New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/30

8:18 am-12:45 pm

3 stops35h 27m

$745

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/30

8:45 am-10:00 am

1 stop32h 15m

$780

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 2/5

2:16 pm-10:50 am

2 stops27h 34m

$1,111

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/6

3:10 pm-9:30 am

1 stop25h 20m

$1,269

New OrleansMelbourne

MSY - MEL

MSYMEL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/7

1:30 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops34h 25m

$1,398

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Deals found on 12/18

Compare providers for flights from New Orleans to Melbourne

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Melbourne in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Melbourne Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Melbourne Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Melbourne Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Melbourne Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New Orleans-Melbourne Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Travel insights for flights from New Orleans to Melbourne

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

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 $1,576). 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.

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 December 18, 2024.

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.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

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 December 18, 2024.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
808 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,206 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

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 3 airlines have 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.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $780. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, as they are both options that can get you from New Orleans to Melbourne Airport for a low price.

  • 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 $1,576). 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 3 airlines flying from New Orleans to Melbourne

Discover the top 3 airlines 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$955Average$1,387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,407Average$1,532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,646Average$1,774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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