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Cheapest round-trip
$269
Typical prices: $405-$604
American Airlines
Sun 10/14Sun 10/21
PWM - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$135
Typical prices: $220-$469
American Airlines
Sat 10/6
PWM - MSY • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Portland and New Orleans. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 74% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 23% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Cheapest • Avg $343 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA)
Shortest trip • 5h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Portland to New Orleans (PWM-MSY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to New Orleans

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
American Airlines Logo
7:26 pm - 12:14 amPWM  Portland-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
5h 48m1 stop Philadelphia
American Airlines Logo
5:16 pm - 11:59 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-PWM Portland
5h 43m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$269American Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 21
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:20 pmPWM  Portland-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 20m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
5:16 pm - 11:59 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-PWM Portland
5h 43m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$269American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 16
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:01 pmPWM  Portland-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:39 pm - 11:34 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-PWM Portland
6h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$269Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
Delta Logo
11:40 am - 5:48 pmPWM  Portland-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 08m1 stop New York LaGuardia
Delta Logo
5:02 pm - 11:34 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-PWM Portland
5h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$269Delta
Wed, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 2
Southwest Logo
12:50 pm - 8:05 pmPWM  Portland-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
8h 15m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
5:15 am - 2:40 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-PWM Portland
8h 25m2 stops Dallas Love Field Baltimore/Washington
$276Southwest
Wed, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 2
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 1:50 pmPWM  Portland-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 15m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Austin Bergstrom
Southwest Logo
5:15 am - 2:40 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-PWM Portland
8h 25m2 stops Dallas Love Field Baltimore/Washington
$281Southwest
Tue, Dec 1 - Fri, Dec 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:09 pm - 6:16 pmPWM  Portland-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
26h 07m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 4:55 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-PWM Portland
8h 55m1 stop Charleston
$299Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Fri, Dec 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:28 pm - 6:16 pmPWM  Portland-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
30h 48m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 4:55 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-PWM Portland
8h 55m1 stop Charleston
$299Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
United Airlines Logo
5:08 pm - 11:54 pmPWM  Portland-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
7h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:27 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-PWM Portland
5h 27m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$359United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4
United Airlines Logo
3:41 pm - 11:59 pmPWM  Portland-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
9h 18m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
12:44 pm - 11:21 pmMSY  New Orleans Louis Armstrong-PWM Portland
9h 37m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
$364United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Portland to New Orleans flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Portland to New Orleans with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Portland to New Orleans?

Round-trip flights from Portland to New Orleans start at $269. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $405 to $604. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $269 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to New Orleans?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to New Orleans, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to New Orleans at $362 round-trip.
•September ($576) and April ($565) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Portland to New Orleans the cheapest?

Flights from Portland to New Orleans are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 74% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Portland to New Orleans flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$135
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
Flight from Portland to New Orleans

When to book flights from Portland to New Orleans

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Portland 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 Portland to New Orleans flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Portland to New Orleans?

    Flights from Portland to New Orleans usually depart from Portland (PWM) and arrive at New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Portland to New Orleans?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Portland to New Orleans:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Portland to New Orleans pass through?

    One-stop flights from Portland to New Orleans most commonly connect through:

    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Baltimore/Washington (BWI) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Portland to New Orleans?

    On the Portland to New Orleans route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 26%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $416 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $556: a $140 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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.

  • How expensive are last-minute Portland to New Orleans flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 97% above the route average of $469. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Portland to New Orleans?

    A nonstop flight from Portland to New Orleans takes 0h 00m, covering 1,444 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Portland to New Orleans?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Portland to New Orleans changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $269 to $1,539. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Portland to New Orleans are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $184, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 40m, compared with 5h 48m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 5h 50m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

  • What is the time difference between Portland and New Orleans?

    New Orleans is 1 hour behind Portland (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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
    • Priceless
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Portland to New Orleans flight?

    Round-trip flights from Portland to New Orleans range from $405 to $604, with an average of $469 over the past 12 months. Anything below $405 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Portland to New Orleans flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $416 - about $140 less than Sunday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 74% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Portland to New Orleans trip for August. Fares historically average $362 round-trip in that month - typically $214 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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