Travelling from Melbourne to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY): What you need to know
The timezone in New Orleans is UTC-6, which is 17 hours behind Melbourne. Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport is located in New Orleans.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Melbourne to MSY. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like December or other peak seasons mean longer lines and possible delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Melbourne to MSY leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Melbourne to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
68% of flights that depart Melbourne Tullamarine Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can reach AVV from the centre of Melbourne in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to MSY flight is much easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel gives you a head start on the journey.
Avalon Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 80% of flights departing here make it to their final destination as planned.
About Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near MSY instead:
Pick up a Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport rental car and explore New Orleans and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Dollar and Thrifty are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around four weeks before your Melbourne to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport flight.
You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.
Getting from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans
Central New Orleans is around 18 kilometres from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport is R 10,656. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 16,499. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to MSY. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Melbourne to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY)
September is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport (MSY), while February is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit New Orleans based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in New Orleans is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to MSY plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about New Orleans
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New Orleans:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Bourbon St, French Quarter and Cafe Du Monde are leading attractions which should be on any good New Orleans itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen New Orleans, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey about 105 kilometres northwest to Baton Rouge to tick off its must-visit sights. From Beauregard Town Historic District to St. Joseph Cathedral and USS Kidd, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 225 kilometres east of New Orleans, Mobile is another essential stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Centre, GulfQuest National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico and Martin Luther King Park.
