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$79+ Cheap flights from Portland to New Orleans (PDX - MSY)

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in January or September, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$197
(Delta)

One-way from

$79
(Priceline)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$377

Good one-way deal

$539 or less
From Portland to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
One-way flight from Portland to New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($64 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Portland to New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

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Cheapest flights from Portland to New Orleans
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 July 3, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 8/62:05 pmPDX - MSY
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Mon 8/112:00 pmMSY - PDX
1 stop6h 00mDelta
Deal found 7/3$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Sat 8/309:05 pmPDX - MSY
2 stops12h 40mSouthwest
Sat 9/69:20 amMSY - PDX
2 stops9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 7/3$199
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/106:35 amPDX - MSY
1 stop8h 29mFrontier
Sun 7/136:01 pmMSY - PDX
1 stop8h 15mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$203
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/233:10 pmPDX - MSY
2 stops12h 25mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/289:09 pmMSY - PDX
1 stop14h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$206
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 9/37:31 pmPDX - MSY
1 stop8h 26mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/55:57 pmMSY - PDX
1 stop8h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/1$219
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Wed 8/612:25 pmPDX - MSY
1 stop26h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/119:09 pmMSY - PDX
1 stop14h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$223
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/37:31 pmPDX - MSY
1 stop8h 26mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 9/95:57 pmMSY - PDX
1 stop8h 18mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/2$232
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Sat 8/309:59 amPDX - MSY
1 stop8h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/610:47 amMSY - PDX
2 stops10h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$238
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 7/2411:59 pmPDX - MSY
1 stop6h 49mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/55:30 pmMSY - PDX
2 stops9h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$270

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Portland

Wed 8/6

2:05 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop7h 11m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/11

2:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$197

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Sat 8/30

9:05 pm-11:45 am

2 stops12h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 9/6

9:20 am-4:25 pm

2 stops9h 05m

$199

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Thu 7/10

6:35 am-5:04 pm

1 stop8h 29m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 7/13

6:01 pm-12:16 am

1 stop8h 15m

$203

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Wed 7/23

3:10 pm-5:35 am

2 stops12h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 7/28

9:09 pm-9:18 am

1 stop14h 09m

$206

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Wed 9/3

7:31 pm-5:57 am

1 stop8h 26m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/7

7:17 am-12:27 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$219

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Wed 8/6

12:25 pm-5:04 pm

1 stop26h 39m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/11

9:09 pm-9:18 am

1 stop14h 09m

$223

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Wed 9/3

7:31 pm-5:57 am

1 stop8h 26m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/9

5:57 pm-12:15 am

1 stop8h 18m

$232

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Sat 8/30

9:59 am-8:14 pm

1 stop8h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 9/6

10:47 am-7:23 pm

2 stops10h 36m

$238

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Thu 7/24

11:59 pm-8:48 am

1 stop6h 49m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 8/5

5:30 pm-12:35 am

2 stops9h 05m

$270

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Thu 8/7

6:35 am-5:04 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$79

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to New Orleans

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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?

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 June 27, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Portland to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 July 3, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Portland to New Orleans in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 26% 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 June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 July 3, 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.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Portland to New Orleans flight route?

  • 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 $197. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and Frontier, with the lowest prices starting at $199 and $203, respectively. You may be able to fly from Portland to New Orleans for 51% 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 Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $79. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hawaiian Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Portland to New Orleans for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland to New Orleans?

    On average you can expect to pay $539 for a flight from Portland to New Orleans. The cheapest flight overall is $539 while the most popular route, (Portland - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) is currently priced at $188.

  • 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 $53 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Las Vegas?

    Fremont Street Experience, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, and Fountains of Bellagio are currently the most popular points of interest in Las Vegas at the moment. Those on a layover in Las Vegas interested in visiting Fremont Street Experience, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, or Fountains of Bellagio can do so by traveling 5.9 mi, 2.6 mi, and 2.3 mi, respectively from Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl for about $54 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • 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 $256). Flying from Portland to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 8 airlines flying from Portland to New Orleans

Discover the top 8 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$89Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$151Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$198Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$232Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$233Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$259Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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