Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Melbourne from $1,500

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 6/25. 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.
MSY — MEL
Jun 14 — Jun 211

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 (ME1). 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 June 9, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,874

Round-trip from

$1,073
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 29% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in June 2024
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Melbourne

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Melbourne?

Leaving on a Saturday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 53% on the overall cost on flights from New Orleans to Melbourne.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of March. Prices to Melbourne from New Orleans average $1,729. You can even find prices in March for less than $1,729, as users have found deals to Melbourne from as low as $1,151. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Melbourne from New Orleans. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 30%.

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

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New Orleans to Melbourne in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

One-way flights to Melbourne from New Orleans

Search for one-way flight options from New Orleans to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.
Tue 6/257:34 pmMSY - MEL
2 stops24h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,500
Tue 6/257:24 pmMSY - MEL
1 stop21h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,541
Tue 6/257:34 pmMSY - AVV
2 stops27h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,621

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Melbourne

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Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

MEL

Temperature

46.4 - 68 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, 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 June 9, 2024.
7.4
Good
10,661 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

7.4
Good
10,661 reviews
7.4
Good
10,661 reviews

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Orleans to Melbourne?

    For a flight from New Orleans to Melbourne, you will be flying from Louis Armstrong. New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is just 11.4 mi from the center of the city. Louis Armstrong is the only New Orleans airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 3 airlines have flights to Melbourne from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on a regular basis.

  • What does MSY to MEL mean?

    MSY stands for New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, while MEL stands for Melbourne Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your New Orleans to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from New Orleans to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter New Orleans to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from New Orleans to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from New Orleans to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on New Orleans to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from New Orleans to Melbourne?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Melbourne?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Melbourne (average of $1,073). Flying from New Orleans to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,690). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$955Average$1,508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,431Average$1,624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,590Average$2,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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