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$113+ Cheap flights from Portland to New Orleans (PDX - MSY)
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PDX — MSY
Dec 26 — Jan 21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Portland to New OrleansExplore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/87:40 amPDX - MSY
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/156:02 pmMSY - PDX
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24![American Airlines logo]()
$253
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Mon 12/812:55 pmPDX - MSY
1 stop8h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/152:15 pmMSY - PDX
2 stops10h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/24![United Airlines logo]()
$258
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/211:30 pmPDX - MSY
1 stop8h 29mDelta
Thu 12/256:20 amMSY - PDX
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Deal found 11/25![Delta logo]()
$268
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/811:20 pmPDX - MSY
1 stop9h 11mDelta
Thu 12/113:11 pmMSY - PDX
1 stop9h 45mDelta
Deal found 11/24![Delta logo]()
$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Mon 12/810:10 amPDX - MSY
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/112:15 pmMSY - PDX
2 stops10h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/24![United Airlines logo]()
$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/1410:10 pmPDX - MSY
1 stop9h 29mDelta
Wed 12/173:11 pmMSY - PDX
2 stops11h 04mDelta
Deal found 11/24![Delta logo]()
$282
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/1711:30 amPDX - MSY
2 stops8h 25mSouthwest
Thu 12/251:55 pmMSY - PDX
1 stop10h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 11/26![Southwest logo]()
$292
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/111:28 pmPDX - MSY
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/156:02 pmMSY - PDX
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/26![American Airlines logo]()
$294
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/42:37 pmPDX - MSY
1 stop7h 22mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/97:00 amMSY - PDX
1 stop7h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/24![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$302
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/112:59 amPDX - MSY
1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/95:15 amMSY - PDX
1 stop9h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/25![American Airlines logo]()
$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/410:10 amPDX - MSY
2 stops9h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/99:00 amMSY - PDX
1 stop7h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/24![United Airlines logo]()
$308
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/256:10 amPDX - MSY
1 stop8h 43mDelta
Wed 12/171:43 pmMSY - PDX
1 stop6h 31mDelta
Deal found 11/24![Delta logo]()
$320
Cheap flight deals from Portland to New Orleans
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) to New Orleans (MSY). 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 November 26, 2025.
Most accurate provider | Justfly.com 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Justfly.com 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $241 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $113 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $390 |
Good round-trip deal | $237 or less |
Good one-way deal | $212 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to New Orleans that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to New Orleans that are best for you.
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PortlandNew Orleans
PDX - MSY
PDXMSY
Portland
Thu 3/5
12:40 am-11:42 am
1 stop9h 02m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 3/11
7:10 pm-11:54 pm
1 stop6h 44m
$247
PortlandNew Orleans
PDX - MSY
PDXMSY
Portland
Wed 3/4
2:59 pm-9:28 pm
Nonstop4h 29m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 3/10
10:00 am-1:11 pm
Nonstop5h 11m
$252
PortlandNew Orleans
PDX - MSY
PDXMSY
Portland
Tue 3/3
2:59 pm-9:28 pm
Nonstop4h 29m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 3/4
10:00 am-1:11 pm
Nonstop5h 11m
$257
PortlandNew Orleans
PDX - MSY
PDXMSY
Portland
Sun 2/22
10:24 am-7:03 pm
1 stop6h 39m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 2/27
11:42 am-8:25 pm
1 stop10h 43m
$268
PortlandNew Orleans
PDX - MSY
PDXMSY
Portland
Sat 2/21
9:59 am-5:56 pm
1 stop5h 57m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 3/2
6:15 am-12:02 pm
1 stop7h 47m
$268
PortlandNew Orleans
PDX - MSY
PDXMSY
Portland
Tue 12/9
10:40 am-5:04 pm
1 stop28h 24m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 12/13
6:04 pm-9:32 am
1 stop17h 28m
$269
PortlandNew Orleans
PDX - MSY
PDXMSY
Portland
Thu 4/16
12:55 am-11:37 am
1 stop8h 42m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 4/21
7:18 pm-11:41 pm
1 stop6h 23m
$269
PortlandNew Orleans
PDX - MSY
PDXMSY
Portland
Sat 1/24
10:30 am-9:00 pm
1 stop8h 30m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 2/2
6:15 am-12:00 pm
1 stop7h 45m
$269
PortlandNew Orleans
PDX - MSY
PDXMSY
Portland
Mon 1/12
5:35 pm-5:47 pm
1 stop22h 12m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 1/20
10:30 am-1:39 pm
Nonstop5h 09m
$271
PortlandNew Orleans
PDX - MSY
PDXMSY
Portland
Tue 3/3
12:40 am-11:42 am
1 stop9h 02m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 3/10
11:30 am-8:58 pm
2 stops11h 28m
$271
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Compare providers for flights from Portland to New Orleans
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 Portland to New Orleans in November.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Portland-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com 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 Portland-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Portland to New Orleans
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland to New Orleans?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on November 21, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Portland to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 90 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland to New Orleans?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to New Orleans (average of $162). Flying from Portland to New Orleans in March is currently the most expensive (average of $216). 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 PDX to MSY?
Find hourly flight availability from Portland to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 26, 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Portland to New Orleans at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 54% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland to New Orleans?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on November 25, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Portland to New Orleans?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Portland to New Orleans chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Houston (IAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Portland to New Orleans on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Portland to New Orleans?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Portland to New Orleans, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $320.
What’s the fastest layover option from Portland to New Orleans?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Portland to New Orleans, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Houston (IAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 24m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Portland to New Orleans?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Portland to New Orleans, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 56m.
The best insider tips for Portland to New Orleans flights
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Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. 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 New Orleans. Reviews last updated November 26, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Portland to New Orleans by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$89 | Average$175 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$145 | Average$238 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$188 | Average$361 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$188 | Average$390 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$196 | Average$288 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$197 | Average$447 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$198 | Average$406 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$245 | Average$383 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |