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$122+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Portland, ME (MSY - PWM)

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 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — PWM
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Portland are usually found in September or May, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Portland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/313:30 pmMSY - PWM
1 stop6h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/107:00 amPWM - MSY
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/312:15 pmMSY - PWM
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Sat 1/106:00 amPWM - MSY
2 stops12h 52mDelta
Deal found 12/22$407
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Wed 12/319:32 amMSY - PWM
2 stops12h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/108:40 amPWM - MSY
2 stops10h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$491
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Mon 12/292:30 pmMSY - PWM
1 stop5h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/55:30 amPWM - MSY
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$732
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/243:10 pmMSY - PWM
2 stops40h 56mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/299:46 amPWM - MSY
1 stop15h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$890
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/233:41 pmMSY - PWM
1 stop6h 02mDelta
Sun 12/285:45 amPWM - MSY
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Deal found 12/21$937
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/246:00 amMSY - PWM
2 stops9h 32mDelta
Mon 12/297:00 amPWM - MSY
2 stops11h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/21$947

Find flight deals from New Orleans to Portland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Portland (PWM). 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 December 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$276
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$122
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$391
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Portland that are best for you.

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New OrleansPortland

MSY - PWM

MSYPWM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/1

7:00 am-2:14 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Portland

Sat 1/31

8:40 am-3:03 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$276

New OrleansPortland

MSY - PWM

MSYPWM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/12

6:00 am-12:13 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Portland

Wed 2/18

5:03 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$289

New OrleansPortland

MSY - PWM

MSYPWM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 1/5

5:00 pm-10:22 am

2 stops40h 22m

Portland

Fri 1/9

9:47 am-7:41 pm

1 stop10h 54m

$316

New OrleansPortland

MSY - PWM

MSYPWM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/12

1:50 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Portland

Wed 2/18

12:45 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$342

New OrleansPortland

MSY - PWM

MSYPWM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/31

3:30 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Portland

Sat 1/10

7:00 am-1:31 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$351

New OrleansPortland

MSY - PWM

MSYPWM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/14

10:35 am-11:20 pm

2 stops11h 45m

Portland

Sat 2/21

4:15 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$361

New OrleansPortland

MSY - PWM

MSYPWM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 1/11

5:35 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Portland

Thu 1/15

1:00 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$361

New OrleansPortland

MSY - PWM

MSYPWM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/22

9:00 am-10:49 am

2 stops24h 49m

$122

New OrleansPortland

MSY - PWM

MSYPWM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/22

7:00 am-9:07 am

1 stop25h 07m

$125

New OrleansPortland

MSY - PWM

MSYPWM

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/1

7:00 am-2:14 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$128

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Compare providers for flights from New Orleans to Portland

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 New Orleans to Portland in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 New Orleans-Portland, Maine flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Portland, Maine flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Portland, Maine flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Portland, Maine flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 New Orleans-Portland, Maine 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 New Orleans to Portland

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Portland. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

The best time to book flights from New Orleans to Portland, Maine is 74 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Portland, Maine?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Portland, Maine (average of $36). Flying from New Orleans to Portland, Maine in August is currently the most expensive (average of $121). 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 MSY to PWM?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Portland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New Orleans to Portland, Maine in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Portland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Portland. 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 Portland. Reviews last updated December 23, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from New Orleans to Portland 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
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
4,253 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
8,014 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
9,105 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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
11,054 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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 New Orleans to Portland. 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 New Orleans to Portland, Maine?

    Airlines like United Airlines, American Airlines, and Southwest fly from New Orleans to Portland, Maine in about 5h 13m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 47m. The distance between New Orleans and Portland, Maine is about 1444 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $256, American Airlines will fly you from New Orleans to Portland, Maine and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $256 and $286, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 36% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $136 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $136 and $143, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Portland, Maine (average of $36). Flying from New Orleans to Portland, Maine in August is currently the most expensive (average of $121). 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 4 airlines flying from New Orleans to Portland

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Portland. 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$259Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$352Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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