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$94+ 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 September or August, 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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$189
(Southwest)

One-way from

$94
(Hawaiian Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$294

Good round-trip deal

$393 or less

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. 17% potential increase in price ($79 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 August 14, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/291:25 pmPDX - MSY
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Sun 11/25:00 amMSY - PDX
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 8/11$189
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/148:04 pmPDX - MSY
1 stop7h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/187:09 amMSY - PDX
1 stop7h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$191
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/88:36 pmPDX - MSY
1 stop6h 45mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/1410:46 amMSY - PDX
1 stop10h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$192
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Sat 8/309:50 amPDX - MSY
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Sat 9/611:00 amMSY - PDX
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 8/12$194
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Sat 8/309:05 pmPDX - MSY
2 stops12h 40mSouthwest
Tue 9/26:05 pmMSY - PDX
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 8/12$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 10/65:30 amPDX - MSY
2 stops14h 45mSouthwest
Fri 10/106:20 pmMSY - PDX
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 8/14$200
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Sat 9/135:30 amPDX - MSY
1 stop8h 12mDelta
Tue 9/162:00 pmMSY - PDX
1 stop6h 03mDelta
Deal found 8/12$202
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Tue 10/1412:25 pmPDX - MSY
1 stop9h 42mDelta
Wed 10/221:58 pmMSY - PDX
1 stop6h 11mDelta
Deal found 8/14$203
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/412:07 pmPDX - MSY
1 stop6h 43mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/87:45 amMSY - PDX
1 stop29h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$205
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/298:36 pmPDX - MSY
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/37:38 pmMSY - PDX
1 stop6h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$206
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1112:07 pmPDX - MSY
1 stop6h 43mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/147:45 amMSY - PDX
1 stop29h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$207

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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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Portland

Wed 9/17

2:15 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop6h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 9/20

8:45 am-3:25 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$189

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Sat 10/25

11:58 pm-10:45 am

1 stop8h 47m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/29

6:04 am-2:29 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$189

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Sat 9/20

9:50 am-5:40 pm

1 stop5h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/24

7:50 am-12:40 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$189

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Tue 11/4

5:30 am-2:39 pm

1 stop7h 09m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 11/11

5:15 am-11:09 am

1 stop7h 54m

$189

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Wed 10/29

3:10 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop5h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 11/6

7:45 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 30m

$189

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Tue 9/23

1:40 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop7h 21m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/30

5:20 am-11:14 am

1 stop7h 54m

$189

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Tue 11/4

2:15 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/15

6:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 45m

$189

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Tue 9/16

11:45 am-9:50 pm

1 stop8h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/19

6:50 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$189

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Sat 9/20

9:50 am-5:40 pm

1 stop5h 50m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 9/27

8:45 am-3:25 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$189

PortlandNew Orleans

PDX - MSY

PDXMSY

Portland

Fri 9/5

2:55 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/10

6:05 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$189

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to New Orleans

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Orleans from Portland with our price prediction graph.
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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 August 8, 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 August 14, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Portland to New Orleans at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 24% 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 August 10, 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.

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 33% 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 Seattle (SEA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 18m.

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 Seattle (SEA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 52m.

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 August 14, 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

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

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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 Frontier is currently your cheapest option to New Orleans, with prices starting at $89. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $151 and $188, respectively. You may be able to fly from Portland to New Orleans for 77% 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 Hawaiian Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $94. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Spirit 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 $483 for a flight from Portland to New Orleans. The cheapest flight overall is $288 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 Dos Equis Pavilion more than anywhere else. American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Dos Equis Pavilion can be visited by traveling about 15.0 mi, 15.5 mi, and 18.3 mi respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Travelers in need of a car in Dallas can rent one for about $52 per day.

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

    Fremont Street Experience, Fountains of Bellagio, and Stratosphere Tower 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, Fountains of Bellagio, or Stratosphere Tower can do so by traveling 5.9 mi, 2.3 mi, and 4.3 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$89Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$151Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$188Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$198Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$221Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$239Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$258Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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