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

Departing from Portland, Maine to New Orleans will take you 7h 11m. 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 ($108), United Airlines ($246), and Delta ($256) offers the cheapest pricing from Portland, Maine to New Orleans. These flights start at 74% 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 Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $149. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Portland, Maine to New Orleans for a low price.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland, Maine to New Orleans?

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Portland, Maine to New Orleans?

American Airlines, JetBlue and Delta are the most popular airlines when flying from Portland, Maine to New Orleans.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Portland, Maine to New Orleans?

Departing on a Monday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 18% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Portland, Maine to New Orleans?

Users have found that booking a flight from Portland, Maine to New Orleans at least 24 days early can save you up to 312% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 24 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Portland, Maine to New Orleans for as little as $286 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $1,532 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

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

The best pricing can be found in the month of August. Prices to New Orleans from Portland, Maine average $430. You can even find prices in August for less than $430, as users have found deals to New Orleans from as low as $285. The month of October appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to New Orleans from Portland, Maine. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 28%.

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

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

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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Portland, Maine 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 PWM to MSY?

It’s typically best to fly out from Portland, Maine to New Orleans in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 6% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,242 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

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Mike,Aug 2025

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AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Southwest

8.0

Very good

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8.0

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Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,954 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,242 reviews

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

United Airlines

7.4

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Southwest

8.0

Very good

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1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

American Airlines

7.2

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Southwest

8.0

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2.0

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Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

JetBlue

7.2

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Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,242 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Portland, Maine to New Orleans?
Departing from Portland, Maine to New Orleans will take you 7h 11m. 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 ($108), United Airlines ($246), and Delta ($256) offers the cheapest pricing from Portland, Maine to New Orleans. These flights start at 74% 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 Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $149. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Portland, Maine 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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JetBlue	Cheapest$108	Average$216	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
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