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$99 Find Cheap Flights from Portland to New Orleans

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Cheapest round-trip
$197
Typical prices: $317-$204
Southwest
Wed 8/26Tue 9/1
PDX - MSY • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$99
Typical prices: $129-$250
American Airlines
Wed 7/22
PDX - MSY • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights from Portland to New Orleans (PDX-MSY)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Portland to New Orleans that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to New Orleans

Wed, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 1
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2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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6h 00m
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10:50 am - 5:45 pm
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8h 55m
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$197Southwest
Wed, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 1
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1:05 pm - 9:50 pm
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MSY
6h 45m
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11:40 am - 5:45 pm
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PDX
8h 05m
2 stops
$202Southwest
Thu, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 17
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10:50 am - 9:40 pm
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MSY
8h 50m
1 stop
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2:51 pm - 10:12 pm
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9h 21m
1 stop
$207Delta
Wed, Jul 15 - Tue, Jul 21
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5:10 am - 1:50 pm
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MSY
6h 40m
1 stop
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2:55 pm - 12:05 am
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11h 10m
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$212Southwest
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
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11:40 am - 9:40 pm
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MSY
8h 00m
2 stops
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1:20 pm - 9:20 pm
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10h 00m
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$217Southwest
Wed, Jul 15 - Tue, Jul 21
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5:50 am - 4:20 pm
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MSY
8h 30m
2 stops
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2:55 pm - 12:05 am
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11h 10m
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$218Southwest
Mon, Jun 8 - Mon, Jun 15
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11:30 pm - 11:15 am
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9h 45m
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7:55 pm - 12:30 am
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6h 35m
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$226Southwest
Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 17
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9h 30m
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2:55 pm - 12:05 am
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$231Southwest
Tue, Aug 11 - Mon, Aug 17
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5:45 am - 1:50 pm
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6h 05m
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2:51 pm - 10:12 pm
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9h 21m
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$233Delta
Wed, Aug 26 - Sat, Aug 29
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11:59 pm - 10:26 am
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MSY
8h 27m
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9:45 am - 4:51 pm
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9h 06m
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$238American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Portland to New Orleans flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Portland to New Orleans to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Portland to New Orleans?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Portland to New Orleans departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to New Orleans?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Portland to New Orleans clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to New Orleans on a Thursday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to Portland, you should consider flying back on a Thursday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Portland to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Portland to New Orleans is August, where tickets cost $233 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $398 and $390 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Portland to New Orleans?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $303 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Portland to New Orleans, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Portland to New Orleans, you should book around 7 weeks before departure, which saves you about 36% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonAugust
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Best time to beat the crowds with an average 31% drop in price.
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When to book flights from Portland to New Orleans

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FAQs for booking flights from Portland to New Orleans

  • How can I fly from PDX to MSY?

    Is unlikely that you will find a non-stop flight connecting PDX to MSY. However, airlines such as United Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Delta operate one-stop flights between PDX and MSY. Layover cities on these flights include Minneapolis (MSP), Dallas (DFW), Denver (DEN), and Atlanta (ATL). Airlines such as American Airlines and Alaska Airlines operate flights with two stops between PDX and MSY. Some of these layover cities include Los Angeles (LAX) and Dallas (DFW), Seattle (SEA) and Dallas (DFW), San Francisco (SFO), and Los Angeles (LAX).

  • Does PDX offer long-term parking?

    If you want to park your car before your flight to MSY, PDX offers a few options. Long-Term parking lots can be found in parking garages P2 and P3. Both of these are within walking distance from the terminals. There is also an Economy Lot, which is more affordable but farther away. However, free shuttles run to the terminals from the lot about every 10 minutes.

  • Does PDX have a USO lounge for the US military?

    The PDX USO lounge is on the mezzanine level before security. This lounge welcomes active US military as well as members of their families. The lounge is closed on weekends, but open from 9 am to 5 pm Monday thru Friday. The USO’s amenities are complimentary and include hot and cold beverages, cable TV, air conditioning, toiletries, phones, desks, Wi-Fi, computers, and so much more.

  • How do I get from MSY into downtown New Orleans?

    At MSY, go to the Kenner Terminal Parking Garage and catch the #202 bus operated by New Orleans RTA. These buses run every hour or so depending on the time of day. The journey into downtown New Orleans takes approximately 50 minutes. From MSY, you can also take a Jayride Shuttle or a taxi. Some cab companies that frequent MSY includes United Cabs, Nawlins Cab, and Eric "Big E" Airport Transportation Service. A shuttle or cab ride into New Orleans will take approximately 18 minutes.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Portland to New Orleans?

    In the last 7 days, the lowest price for a flight from Portland to New Orleans was $99 for a one-way ticket and $197 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Portland and New Orleans?

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Portland to New Orleans?

    When flying out of Portland you will be using Portland. You will be landing at New Orleans, also known as New Orleans Louis Armstrong.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Portland to New Orleans?

    Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Portland to New Orleans flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Portland to New Orleans?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Portland to New Orleans flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Portland to New Orleans?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Portland and New Orleans, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to New Orleans from Portland?

    Denver is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Portland to New Orleans.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Portland to New Orleans, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Portland to New Orleans are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $332 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $375 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Portland to New Orleans?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Portland to New Orleans.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Portland to New Orleans?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New Orleans from Portland is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Portland to New Orleans?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to New Orleans with an airline and back to Portland with another airline. Booking your flights between Portland and MSY can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Portland to New Orleans?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New Orleans from Portland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Portland to New Orleans

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $218 or less round-trip.
  • The Lewis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) is a hub for Southwest Airlines. It also serves as a hub for Breeze Airways. Portland International Airport (PDX) is a secondary hub for both Horizon Air and Alaska Airlines.
  • When you land at MSY, feel free to take advantage of the Meditation Room. This is a quiet place of reflection and sanctuary that welcomes everyone. This peaceful room can be found on level 2 departures after security.
  • If you have some time at PDX while you wait for your flight to MSY, consider stopping in at the Hollywood Theater on concourse C. This 22-seat theater shows short films for free. The featured films are made by Oregon filmmakers and have a running time of 10 minutes or less.
  • If you are at PDX and feeling anxious, confused, sad, or upset as you wait for your flight, keep an eye out for the PDX therapy dogs and their trained handlers. These dogs are recognizable by their gray DoveLewis vests. Passengers are very much encouraged to cuddle, hug, and smooch these dogs.
  • PDX has two children’s play areas in the terminals that have comfortable seating where parents can relax as they watch their kids. One of these play areas is located post-security at gate C17. The other is located before security in the D/E terminals.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Portland to New Orleans

 
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7.5Entertainment
8.6Crew
8.1Boarding
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The first time I flew in the extra legroom section. It was difficult to notice a difference. I had bad luck with my neighbors. The crew was okay. Southwest has reduced the live TV options.

4.0 OkayAnonymous, May 2026
MDW - LAX
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The first time I flew in the extra legroom section. It was difficult to notice a difference. I had bad luck with my neighbors. The crew was okay. Southwest has reduced the live TV options.

The flight was smooth. The Southwest experience has degraded overall, but this one was okay.

No gluten free snacks. Seats felt worn or bare bones even though it was a new 737 MAX 8.

One major problem that was very unprofessional and uncalled for. Plane landed and we had to wait 20 minutes to get off the plane since they were waiting for someone to come to the gate to drive the jetway. Southwest couldn't have someone available and waiting for the plane to land? Is there only one person in Hobby airport who knows to drive the jetway? Was he at lunch? In the bar? Uncomfortable and uncalled for!

The checking experience in Orlando was terrible, almost missed the flight. Too many travelers and Southwest completely understaffed.

I'm glad it wasn't only 75% full because I could get a good seat

if I was good. Not happy that I have to pay extra money to get the seat I need for lake room, but I guess that’s a sign of the times.

Seats were very comfortable. They tilted back. Drinks and snacks were free and served 3 times. Attendants were awesome.

Plane was clean and comfortable. Flight attendants and gate staff were professional, friendly and efficient. Boarding and deplaning were orderly and efficient. All in all, the typical excellent Southwest experience.

Truly terrible. Will never willingly fly southwest again. Seats are worse than before they switched to assigned seating. One flight attendant was the opposite of helpful (rude, unhelpful, dismissive, and as my stranger seatmate said unprompted: a total prick). This caused me, 15 minutes into the flight, to book an alternate return flight home on a competing airline (first class 1.2k purchase instead of my existing planned flight) just so I would not have to ever be on that aircraft, with that terrible service person, with those horrific seats ever again.

On this flight there wer only 25 people on board. So no one in 5 rows ahead of me and noone in 7 rows behind me. So very chill.

Considering my flight to Portland was in a broken chair that I had paid extra for, this one was great. So yeah, wonderful.

Some food or at least snacks need to be offered on long flights. I thought I had ordered food for my husband and I prior to the flight, but was told during the flight that I had not. Perhaps, if you must charge extra for food, let people order on board. We did get some food, which evidently others had decided they didn’t want onboard, but it wasn’t very good. We did like the adherence to takeoff and landing times, and the quick return of our luggage.

Our meal order was screwed up. We had to choose from basic boxes. I was not happy.

very nice blankets and comfortable seats. great service. Great flights.

great experience just at the end, we got in early and there wasn't anyone at the gate for 30 min so we had to just sit on the tarmac

Generally Good. Outbound flight was marred by a continuously s creaming baby. Fortunately the flight was only 90 mins long it would be nice if people traveling with small childres could be centered in one part of the plane. Also, you need to adapt your servey to include a "not applicable " option for things like food and entertainment, which are not offered on shorter flights. I fily Alaska by choice as given all the cirumstances, I fel\el you do a good job.

I was seating in 26A and the children in 27A and B were kicking me non-stop. They kicked me for hours nonstop and the parents refused to get off their phones or correct them. I kindly asked multiple times and got screamed at by the mom that her son is disabled. I told her I get it, but that I matter too and she is responsible for her child. He then kicked me so hard my drink spilled. Not one crew member or other passenger said or did a thing. It was so horrible.

Birding was slow. extremely slow; please do experiments on efficient plane boarding experiences; especially regarding passengers that pass their seat number…

Pretty smooth ride!… a little tight in the back and would’ve loved to had a movie screen… couldn’t beat the price to the West Coast!

Planes were clean, no water or snacks on either flight.

Free & relatively fast Wi-Fi. Would've liked a wider drink selection.

I continue to be satisfied with Delta’s excellent service out of LGA. The digit id works well and gets me through security in no time. Whenever possible, I choose Delta.

Was revoked with Jet Blue due to delay from Kenya Air

Enjoyed it very much. Especially liked the free WiFi that Delta offers.

Smooth flight. Left on time, and got in 15 minutes early. Onboard video was great

For some reason, TSA Atlanta didn’t have my bag on the flight on time and they don’t have to provide Delta a reason for that.

WiFi didn’t work on two of four planes. Flight attendants were not overly friendly or welcoming. Planes were extremely slow to board and deplane.

Delta does a great job with entertainment and free wifi. I can still be in touch with my colleagues while in the air.

Aside from a completely packed plane, I really have no complaints.

Seat pitch is horrible especially on the 15 hour flight. Gate crew at SFO was Outstanding. The flight crew was also great.

Had a one hour delay due to mechanical issue. I didn’t think I’d be able to make my connecting flight, but they waited for me and greeted me when I arrived to help things run smooth.

6 1/2 hours from Tampa to SFO on a Boeing 737. Cramped. No Service. No real food. One pass for coffee at the beginning and a second pass THREE hours later. And check-in in Tampa was nasty even by United standards. And I am at almost TWO million miles on United. It's a non-stop. But terrible service.

MY FAMILY'S LUGGAGE WAS LOST FROM ROME TO BARI. I WAS THE ONLY ONE THAT RECEIVED MY LUGGAGE FROM ROME TO BARI. AFTER DEPLANING IN BARI, WE WASTED A LOT OF TIME AT BAG CLAIMS LOST AND FOUND REPORTING THE CLAIM AND PLEADING FOR THE BAGS TO BE DELIVERED THE NEXT DAY. WE WERE TOLD THAT IT TAKES 3 DAYS MINIMUM TO DELIVER. MY DAUGHTER AND MY GIRLFRIEND NEEDED THEIR PERSONAL THINGS AND WE WERE STAYING 3 HOURS AWAY FROM THE BARI AIRPORT. WE HAD TO DRIVE 3 HOURS TO THE AIRPORT TO COLLECT OUR LOST LUGGAGE THE NEXT DAY. WE ARE NOT HAPPY WITH THE EXPERIENCE

We had a delay, but thankfully I made it to my connection. Overall it went smooth

The flight had a delay but I made it to my connection. Flight was smooth overall

As I wrote earlier, poor planning and/or communication. At least twice, we were told that we would be boarding in less than ten minutes, only to have the flight again delayed at least another hour.

This flight is a quick way to get to Chicago, but a bit expensive.

Our flight to Rome, Italy was cancelled the day of and we were never informed. We only found out because I was trying to get into my husbands account and called to get his account number. Had to pay more for worse seating on another airline.

My service dog and I were asked to deplane just before they closed the door - clearly very last minute they couldn’t find the documentation that I have filled out many many times before that is for flying service animals. I purposely purchase 3seats (a whole row) since he is large and not all passengers want to sit next to a dog on a cross country flight. The plane departed with my husband on it!!! They made me fill out a hard copy of the same form and had to reschedule me on a later flight where they could find 3 seats together!! I’ve done this so many times before - clearly the error was on their part in a technology glitch - but really people - do better!! Very traumatic - and my husband had to wait for us when he landed ….so bad. Poor pup was confused and tired.

Ontario airport boarding was very easy to park and access, is clean and TSA took 10 minutes total. Check-in was a breeze and cruise was very nice.

American Airlines II: Delay Boogaloo. Multiple gate changes, delays, boarded and then MORE delays. I hate to say this won’t matter, but posting stuff about major corporations in 2026 is a post-modern “scream into the void.” Was multiple hours late coming home, so there you go.

Awful, tons of delays, I got into Chicago multiple hours late meaning I hit the very traffic I tried so desperately to avoid. Just empty apologies from American Airlines text alerts. Trash behavior from a trash airline.

The flight attendants were very friendly, efficient, and helpful. The plane was ahead of schedule, and it all went very smoothly. Thank you.

They lost my baggage and I am still struggling to the information and update

We got delayed getting out of DFW for broken overhead bins. Once the flight got underway the captain kept the seatbelt sign lit the entire flight despite little perceptible turbulence, preventing use of the rest rooms and any sort of refreshment service in the main cabin.

Flight delays for communication overall not a good experience uncomfortable on the plane. Person in front of me reclined his seat, putting them inches from my lap.

There were flight delays making our flight arrive at our destination after midnight didn’t seem to have enough crew or airplanes for the flights laid over in Dallas should’ve had plenty of time to make it to our next flight only made it because that flight was also delayed because our plane wasn’t even at the airport yet overall have not had a good experience on American

Flight left on time. Captain provided relevant announcements. We had to wait 45 minutes to desembark due to the ramp closed because of lightening.

Cancelled flight. Still waiting to get home for grand daughter’s graduation .

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