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$109+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME to New Orleans (PWM - MSY)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — MSY
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to New Orleans

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 January 29, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/175:31 am
PWM
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MSY
1 stop7h 40m
Delta
Wed 2/254:32 pm
MSY
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PWM
1 stop5h 34m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sat 2/2812:45 pm
PWM
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MSY
2 stops8h 12m
Delta
Tue 3/32:17 pm
MSY
-
PWM
1 stop7h 49m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$342
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1311:07 am
PWM
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MSY
1 stop8h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/227:54 pm
MSY
-
PWM
2 stops46h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$346
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/287:10 am
PWM
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MSY
1 stop8h 31m
American Airlines
Tue 3/33:56 pm
MSY
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PWM
1 stop5h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$350
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/115:07 pm
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MSY
1 stop6h 34m
American Airlines
Wed 3/186:00 am
MSY
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PWM
1 stop5h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/114:48 pm
PWM
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MSY
2 stops7h 52m
Delta
Wed 3/185:20 pm
MSY
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PWM
1 stop5h 02m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$356
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 2/2711:50 am
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MSY
1 stop6h 00m
Southwest
Tue 3/36:25 am
MSY
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PWM
1 stop4h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$362
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/75:20 pm
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MSY
1 stop7h 30m
Southwest
Tue 3/106:10 am
MSY
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PWM
1 stop4h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$364
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/116:18 pm
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MSY
1 stop25h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/199:49 pm
MSY
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PWM
1 stop10h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$366

Find flight deals from Portland to New Orleans

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PWM) 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 January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$297
(Delta)

One-way from

$109
(Expedia)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$432
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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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Portland

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New Orleans

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Price

PortlandNew Orleans

PWM - MSY

PWMMSY

Portland

Sat 2/28

12:45 pm-7:57 pm

2 stops8h 12m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/3

2:17 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$342

PortlandNew Orleans

PWM - MSY

PWMMSY

Portland

Wed 3/11

4:48 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops7h 52m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/18

5:20 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$356

PortlandNew Orleans

PWM - MSY

PWMMSY

Portland

Fri 2/27

11:50 am-4:50 pm

1 stop6h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/3

6:25 am-12:10 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$362

PortlandNew Orleans

PWM - MSY

PWMMSY

Portland

Sat 3/7

5:20 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/10

6:10 am-11:55 am

1 stop4h 45m

$364

PortlandNew Orleans

PWM - MSY

PWMMSY

Portland

Tue 5/26

6:00 am-1:11 pm

1 stop8h 11m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/27

8:00 am-2:29 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$367

PortlandNew Orleans

PWM - MSY

PWMMSY

Portland

Fri 2/27

12:43 pm-9:57 pm

2 stops10h 14m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/3

4:32 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$367

PortlandNew Orleans

PWM - MSY

PWMMSY

Portland

Sat 2/28

4:15 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop7h 23m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/3

12:48 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops9h 32m

$382

PortlandNew Orleans

PWM - MSY

PWMMSY

Portland

Sat 3/7

5:31 am-1:14 pm

1 stop8h 43m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/10

11:39 am-11:12 pm

2 stops10h 33m

$382

PortlandNew Orleans

PWM - MSY

PWMMSY

Portland

Tue 5/5

3:55 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop6h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 5/10

7:15 am-3:45 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$389

PortlandNew Orleans

PWM - MSY

PWMMSY

Portland

Wed 5/6

6:05 pm-6:23 pm

1 stop25h 18m

$148

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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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice 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, Maine-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, Maine-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland, Maine-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland, Maine-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, Maine-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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to New Orleans

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland, Maine 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 January 23, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Portland, Maine to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 84 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, Maine to New Orleans?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to New Orleans (average of $66). Flying from Portland, Maine to New Orleans in December is currently the most expensive (average of $138). 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.

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 January 29, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Portland to New Orleans to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,206 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,891 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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 long is the flight from Portland, Maine to New Orleans?

    Departing from Portland, Maine to New Orleans will take you 6h. The distance from Portland, Maine to New Orleans is about 1444 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, JetBlue ($87), Delta ($182), and United Airlines ($246) offers the cheapest pricing from Portland, Maine to New Orleans. These flights start at 78% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $123. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Portland, Maine to New Orleans for a low price.

  • 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, Maine to New Orleans?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to New Orleans (average of $66). Flying from Portland, Maine to New Orleans in December is currently the most expensive (average of $138). 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$87Average$131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$182Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$246Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$271Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$290Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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