Distance from Portland to New Orleans by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Portland (OR) to New Orleans (LA) is 2059 miles or 3314 kilometers or 1788 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Portland to New Orleans is 2519 miles (4055 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 460 miles or 741 km.

Flight distance from Portland, OR to New Orleans, LA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Portland and New Orleans is 2059 miles or 3314 km.
The nearest airport to Portland, is Portland International Airport (PDX) and the nearest airport to New Orleans, is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).

What is the average flight time from Portland to New Orleans?

Flight time from Portland, OR to New Orleans, LA is 4 hours 44 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Portland to New Orleans Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Portland, OR and New Orleans, LA
This map shows the distance from Portland, OR, Usa to New Orleans, LA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Portland, Oregon to New Orleans, Louisiana is displayed below.

Driving distance from Portland, OR to New Orleans, LA

The driving distance from Portland, Oregon to New Orleans, Louisiana is 2519 miles or 4055 km.
The total driving distance from Portland, OR to New Orleans, LA is 2519 miles or 4055 kilometers. Your trip begins in Portland, Oregon. It ends in New Orleans, Louisiana.
The driving distance from Portland, Oregon to New Orleans, Louisiana is approximately 2519 miles (4055 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 44 to 45 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Portland, OR to New Orleans, LA

How long is the drive from Portland, OR to New Orleans, LA?
The total driving time is 44 hours, 51 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Portland to New Orleans take?
Portland and New Orleans are 44 hours 51 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Portland and New Orleans

Time difference between Portland (OR) and New Orleans (LA) is 2 Hours.
New Orleans time is 2 Hours ahead of Portland.

Current local time in PortlandCurrent local time in New Orleans
2025-12-19, 05:15:14 MST2025-12-19, 07:15:14 EST
How Far is it Between Portland Oregon, USA and New Orleans Louisiana, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Portland, OR and New Orleans, LA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2519 mi 4055 km 2187.5 nmi
Straight line distance 2059 mi 3314 km 1788 nmi
Difference 460 mi 741 km 399 nmi

Portland Details

Portland is located in Oregon, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 45° 32' 13'' Longitude: W 122° 38' 59.9''
Latitude45.53695
Longitude-122.64997
StateOregon
Nearest airports to Portland

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New Orleans Details

New Orleans is located in Louisiana, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 29° 57' 16.7'' Longitude: W 90° 4' 30.3''
Latitude29.95465
Longitude-90.07507
StateLouisiana
Nearest airports to New Orleans

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Portland, OR and New Orleans, LA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 84 hours 28 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 63 hours 21 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 56 hours 19 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 50 hours 41 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 46 hours 4 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 42 hours 14 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 38 hours 59 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 36 hours 12 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 33 hours 47 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 31 hours 40 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 29 hours 48 minutes