New Orleans

$72+ Cheap flights from Portland to New Orleans (PDX - MSY)

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PDX — MSY
Jul 13 — Jul 201
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Cheapest flights from Portland to New Orleans
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 7/304:25 pm
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Fri 8/74:15 pm
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Deal found 6/12$204
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 7/1011:41 pm
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1 stop6h 49m
American Airlines
Mon 7/136:14 pm
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1 stop6h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/10$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Mon 8/32:05 pm
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2 stops9h 50m
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Tue 8/112:45 pm
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1 stop9h 10m
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Deal found 6/13$212
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 10/231:00 pm
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1 stop9h 05m
Delta
Tue 11/34:30 pm
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1 stop7h 56m
Delta
Deal found 6/11$218
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 10/76:00 am
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2 stops8h 50m
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Sat 10/105:40 am
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1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10$221
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 8/195:50 am
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2 stops8h 05m
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Wed 8/2611:40 am
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2 stops8h 05m
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Deal found 6/9$224
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Wed 7/86:00 am
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1 stop7h 25m
Delta
Mon 7/135:20 pm
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1 stop6h 53m
Delta
Deal found 6/13$226
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Wed 7/811:41 pm
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MSY
1 stop6h 49m
American Airlines
Mon 7/137:59 pm
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1 stop6h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/9$231
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 7/305:20 am
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MSY
2 stops10h 00m
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Sat 8/85:50 am
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1 stop6h 05m
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Deal found 6/12$232
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/305:50 am
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MSY
1 stop10h 05m
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Wed 10/710:50 am
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2 stops7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/10$233
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 10/217:15 am
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1 stop8h 15m
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Tue 10/275:50 am
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Deal found 6/12$235

Find 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 June 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$204
(Southwest)

One-way from

$72
(Southwest)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$340
Provider with most accurate pricing for Portland-New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight deals.
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From Portland to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from Portland to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($40 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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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 June 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Sun 9/13

11:30 pm-9:25 am

1 stop7h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/18

4:15 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$204

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Thu 10/29

10:59 pm-9:29 am

1 stop8h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 11/1

6:00 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$274

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Thu 8/20

5:54 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops18h 06m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 8/25

2:51 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop9h 21m

$290

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Sat 8/8

9:00 am-8:25 pm

2 stops9h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 8/16

6:25 am-10:35 am

1 stop6h 10m

$297
Quickest round-trip

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Sat 8/29

5:00 am-2:57 pm

1 stop7h 57m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/2

4:25 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$346

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Wed 7/8

5:15 am-1:50 pm

1 stop6h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 7/15

12:45 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$348

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Tue 10/20

5:40 am-5:30 pm

2 stops9h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/27

5:40 am-11:20 am

1 stop7h 40m

$363

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Sat 9/19

7:15 pm-8:46 am

2 stops11h 31m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/22

12:03 pm-8:21 pm

2 stops10h 18m

$366

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Thu 8/6

10:50 am-9:40 pm

1 stop8h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 8/16

3:59 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops9h 57m

$410

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Fri 6/26

11:16 am-11:26 pm

2 stops10h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/29

12:07 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop9h 11m

$411

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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 June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Portland-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Portland-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 Portland-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to New Orleans

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland to New Orleans?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Portland to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 46 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to New Orleans (average of $233). Flying from Portland to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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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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 June 13, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andDelta 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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SEA - RNO

There was a delay and my husband needs a wheelchair and we were moved from 1 gate to another.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Portland to New Orleans. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this Portland to New Orleans flight route?

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

    Departing from Portland to New Orleans will take you 8h 45m. The distance from Portland to New Orleans is about 2046 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Portland to New Orleans round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to New Orleans, with prices starting at $129. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $188 and $188, respectively. You may be able to fly from Portland to New Orleans for 61% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $98. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Portland to New Orleans for a low price.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Portland to New Orleans?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Dallas?

    Dallas travelers tend to visit American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Reunion Tower more than anywhere else. American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Reunion Tower can be visited by traveling about 15.0 mi, 15.5 mi, and 15.6 mi respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Travelers in need of a car in Dallas can rent one for about $58 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Portland to New Orleans flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Portland to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Portland to New Orleans?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Portland to New Orleans.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Portland to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to New Orleans 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 Portland to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to New Orleans (average of $233). Flying from Portland to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 5 airlines flying from Portland to New Orleans

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Portland to New Orleans. 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 June 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$129Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$188Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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