Travelling from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) to Portland Airport (PDX): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Portland Airport is 5 hours 10 minutes.
Portland's timezone is UTC-8, making Portland two hours behind New Orleans.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your MSY to PDX flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Flying into Portland (and then discovering more of the United States!) is easy with Alaska Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Portland Airport.
Alaska Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Alaska Airlines leads the way as the most punctual carrier for MSY to PDX flights, with 88.89% of services arriving on schedule.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Portland Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MSY and PDX:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
Salt Lake City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) to Portland Airport (PDX)
Right now, R 1,736 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Portland Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,620. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from MSY to PDX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Portland Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MSY to PDX.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Portland Airport.
Handy information about New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
You'll find MSY at 900 Airline Highway.
When it comes to the on-time performance of New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, data shows 79% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport from central New Orleans, it takes around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near MSY. Whether you're catching an early flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Portland Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Portland Airport (PDX)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Portland Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PDX instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Portland Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Portland's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Portland Airport around one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Portland Airport (PDX) to central Portland
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
From Portland Airport, Portland is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Portland Airport (PDX)
The quietest month for a flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Portland Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Portland based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Portland Airport for August if you want to go to Portland during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MSY to PDX in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Portland. Around 241 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Space Needle, Pike Place Market and Seattle Skyline.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in the United States, consider Spokane, about 467 kilometres north-east of Portland. Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes are key highlights.
