How many flights from Portland to New Orleans are non-stop?

Historically, there have been no non-stop flights available from Portland to New Orleans, with a 0% share of direct routes. Travelers on this route should anticipate flights with stopovers. When connecting, the median number of stopovers is typically 2. This pattern has been observed across the trailing 90 days.

What's the flight time from Portland to New Orleans?

The typical flight time for a direct flight from Portland to New Orleans is 4 hours and 29 minutes, covering a distance of 3295 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is approximately 7 hours and 15 minutes. This means that adding a single stop typically extends the travel time by almost 3 hours compared to a direct flight.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Portland to New Orleans?

Based on historical data from the trailing 30 days, good prices on flights from Portland to New Orleans are considered frequent. This classification suggests that travelers have regular opportunities to find favorable fares for this route. The frequency of good deals makes it a route where price-conscious travelers may often find value.

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Portland to New Orleans: Overview

Insights for flights from Portland to New Orleans

Right now, fares for cheap flights from Portland to New Orleans are near the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $593–$1095, with a median of $811 over a 90-day window. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities for travelers to find suitable prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Portland to New Orleans? The data indicates that April is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $322. July follows as another economical option, with a median fare of $347. January also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $482.

A typical journey from Portland to New Orleans takes approximately 28h 20m, including connections. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. This extended travel time reflects the need for connections on this medium-haul route.

The distance between Portland and New Orleans is 3295 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul route. This means you can expect a journey that is longer than short-haul flights but typically shorter than long-haul international travel, often involving one or more connections to reach your destination.

How much is a round trip from Portland to New Orleans

Regular price: $234 - $349

Prices for flights from Portland to New Orleans are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Portland to New Orleans is typically between $234 and $349. The current lowest deal is $266 with United Airlines for travel from Dec 21-Dec 24.

now $266

Low $234

High $349

The cheapest time to fly from Portland to New Orleans

The cheapest month to fly from Portland to New Orleans is April, with a median price of $322. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $986. Prices are generally lower from January to August.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $322

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $986

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Portland to New Orleans

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

United Airlines

Southwest Airlines

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Portland to New Orleans

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - New Orleans

Portland (PDX) - New Orleans (MSY)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$512

$436

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - New Orleans

Portland (PDX) - New Orleans (MSY)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$374

$527

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - New Orleans

Portland (PDX) - New Orleans (MSY)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$326

$507

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - New Orleans

Portland (PDX) - New Orleans (MSY)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$378

$508

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - New Orleans

Portland (PDX) - New Orleans (MSY)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$384

$508

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - New Orleans

Portland (PDX) - New Orleans (MSY)

Southwest Airlines

$322

$657

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Portland to New Orleans

4 nights

Apr 19 - Apr 23

$290 → $314

3 nights

Apr 13 - Apr 16

$288 → $313

2 nights

Apr 13 - Apr 15

$288 → $313

1 night

Apr 13 - Apr 14

$287 → $313

Popular Airports to fly from Portland to New Orleans

Portland - New Orleans route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares from Portland to New Orleans are near the typical level of $811.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices.

Historically, April, July, and January offer the lowest median prices for flights from PDX to MSY.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 28h 20m.

The median flight duration for connecting flights from Portland to New Orleans is 28h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Connecting flights are dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers for this route historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines has a recent deal for $266.

A recent deal on United Airlines from Portland to New Orleans was found for $266.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Historically, deals for flights from Portland to New Orleans are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Portland main airports to depart from

Portland International (PDX)

Cheapest

Portland International Airport is a great option for flights from Portland to New Orleans.

📍 Located ~10 km from Portland city center (reachable by car or public transport).

💸 Flights from ~$182

New Orleans main airports to arrive at

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY)

Cheapest

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International is the primary airport for flights arriving in New Orleans.

📍 ~19 km from New Orleans (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$166

Airports nearby New Orleans used as alternative

Baton Rouge Metropolitan (BTR)

Baton Rouge Metropolitan is a primary alternative for the Louisiana region with full cabin class availability.

📍 ~115 km from New Orleans (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$404

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New Orleans

$1,065

Save $461

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New Orleans

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Portland to New Orleans are found when booking within 0-6 days of departure, with an average price of $1025. Booking 28-59 days out typically sees an average price of $1058, which is slightly higher. Prices tend to increase for bookings made 7-13 days in advance, averaging $1247. This suggests that last-minute bookings can sometimes offer better value on this route across the trailing quarter.

A good deal for a flight from Portland to New Orleans is typically considered to be $593 or less. This threshold represents the 25th percentile of prices observed over the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route is $811, while prices at the 75th percentile reach $1095. Therefore, finding a flight at or below $593 indicates a particularly favorable price.

Historically, April and July have offered the cheapest flights from Portland to New Orleans, with median prices of $322 and $347 respectively. January also shows a relatively low median price of $482. The annual median price for this route is $811, indicating that these months provide significant savings. Travelers looking for lower fares should consider these months based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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Portland to New Orleans: Overview

Insights for flights from Portland to New Orleans

How much is a round trip from Portland to New Orleans

Regular price: $234 - $349

Prices for flights from Portland to New Orleans are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Portland to New Orleans is typically between $234 and $349. The current lowest deal is $266 with United Airlines for travel from Dec 21-Dec 24.

now $266

Low $234

High $349

The cheapest time to fly from Portland to New Orleans

April

Cheapest

Flights from $322

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $986

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Portland to New Orleans

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

United Airlines

Southwest Airlines

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Portland to New Orleans

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - New Orleans

Portland (PDX) - New Orleans (MSY)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$512

$436

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - New Orleans

Portland (PDX) - New Orleans (MSY)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$374

$527

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - New Orleans

Portland (PDX) - New Orleans (MSY)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$326

$507

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - New Orleans

Portland (PDX) - New Orleans (MSY)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$378

$508

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - New Orleans

Portland (PDX) - New Orleans (MSY)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$384

$508

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - New Orleans

Portland (PDX) - New Orleans (MSY)

Southwest Airlines

$322

$657

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Portland to New Orleans

4 nights

Apr 19 - Apr 23

$290 → $314

3 nights

Apr 13 - Apr 16

$288 → $313

2 nights

Apr 13 - Apr 15

$288 → $313

1 night

Apr 13 - Apr 14

$287 → $313

Popular Airports to fly from Portland to New Orleans