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$123 Find Cheap Flights from Portland to Los Angeles

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Portland to Los Angeles departing on 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap Flight Deals from Portland to Los Angeles (PDX-LAX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Portland to Los Angeles 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.

Recent return flight deals from Portland to Los Angeles

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Portland to Los Angeles.
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Alaska Airlines Logo
17:30 - 19:58PDX-LAX
2h 28mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
21:33 - 23:59LAX-PDX
2h 26mdirect
$236Alaska Airlines
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Thu, 15 May - Thu, 15 May
Delta Logo
10:20 - 12:45PDX-LAX
2h 25mdirect
Delta Logo
13:43 - 16:08LAX-PDX
2h 25mdirect
$245Delta
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Tue, 13 May - Wed, 14 May
Alaska Airlines Logo
13:25 - 20:28PDX-LAX
7h 03m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
21:33 - 23:59LAX-PDX
2h 26mdirect
$252Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 28 May - Wed, 28 May
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
07:00 - 09:25PDX-LAX
2h 25mdirect
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
21:33 - 23:59LAX-PDX
2h 26mdirect
$261Hawaiian Airlines
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Tue, 13 May - Mon, 19 May
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
17:40 - 20:10PDX-LAX
2h 30mdirect
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
07:00 - 09:23LAX-PDX
2h 23mdirect
$262Hawaiian Airlines
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Tue, 17 Jun - Tue, 24 Jun
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
14:52 - 17:18PDX-LAX
2h 26mdirect
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
18:20 - 20:48LAX-PDX
2h 28mdirect
$267Hawaiian Airlines
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Thu, 15 May - Thu, 15 May
United Airlines Logo
05:30 - 12:24PDX-LAX
6h 54m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
18:45 - 22:37LAX-PDX
3h 52m1 stop
$303United Airlines
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Thu, 25 Sep - Mon, 29 Sep
Southwest Logo
05:10 - 13:05PDX-LAX
7h 55m2 stops
Southwest Logo
15:15 - 19:00LAX-PDX
3h 45m1 stop
$309Southwest
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Sat, 10 May - Wed, 14 May
Southwest Logo
17:20 - 21:20PDX-LAX
4h 00m1 stop
Southwest Logo
17:20 - 21:25LAX-PDX
4h 05m1 stop
$331Southwest
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Mon, 16 Jun - Sat, 5 Jul
United Airlines Logo
07:54 - 12:05PDX-LAX
4h 11m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
18:45 - 00:31LAX-PDX
5h 46m1 stop
$527United Airlines
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Sat, 3 May - Mon, 12 May

KAYAK's insights & trends for Portland to Los Angeles flights

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Los Angeles?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Portland to Los Angeles clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Los Angeles on a Thursday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to fly from Portland to Los Angeles. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Los Angeles?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Portland to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles is January, where tickets cost $244 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $402 and $370 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Portland to Los Angeles?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of $408, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Portland to Los Angeles?

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 Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

February

High season

March

Cheapest flight

$123
Best time to beat the crowds (21% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (20% more expensive on average)
Flight from Portland to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Portland to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Portland to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from Portland to Los Angeles: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Portland to Los Angeles 
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesPDX-LAXOct 2024
LAX is a large airport with long walking distances to exit in terminal 6.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesPDX-LAXJune 2024
Los Angeles airport has convenient entry & exit without long walks to & from the gates.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesPDX-LAXMay 2024
Very very pleasant. Very smooth. I was happy to get to my destination on time.

FAQs for booking flights from Portland to Los Angeles

  • What restaurant options are there at Portland International Airport?

    Need to grab a bite to eat before embarking on your flight to Los Angeles? Portland International Airport is a bit of a foodie paradise, as far as airports go, with dining options like Blue Star Donuts pre-security and Kenny & Zuke’s Delicatessen and Market post-security in the South Lobby. Other standout options include the Country Cat in the North Lobby and Deschutes Brewery for those who want to test out one of the local homebrews.

  • Can I fly from Portland to Los Angeles non-stop?

    Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines all offer direct nonstop flights from Portland to Los Angeles. In addition, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines offer one-stop flights to Los Angeles with layovers in cities such as San Francisco or Las Vegas.

  • What is the quickest way to get from Los Angeles International Airport to downtown LA?

    FlyAway Shuttle service is the quickest way to get there - besides renting or driving a vehicle. FlyAway offers connections throughout Los Angeles from downtown to Hollywood and Long Beach.

  • What facilities are available for business travelers at Portland International Airport?

    Portland International Airport’s Conference Center is the go-to spot for business travelers. There, you can rent meeting spaces, private workspaces, and even certain equipment. You can also print, fax, or copy any materials you may need right in the center. The Conference Center is located above the Oregon Market on the mezzanine level of the main terminal.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Portland to Los Angeles?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Portland to Los Angeles was $79 for a one-way ticket and $151 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Portland to Los Angeles?

    On your way to Los Angeles, you’ll fly out from Portland. You’ll be landing at Los Angeles.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Portland to Los Angeles?

    Delta, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Portland to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Portland to Los Angeles?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Portland to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Portland to Los Angeles?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Portland to Los Angeles?

    There are direct flights from Portland to Los Angeles on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Portland to Los Angeles?

    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 Los Angeles.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Los Angeles with an airline and back to Portland with another airline.

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

    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 Los Angeles from Portland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Portland to Los Angeles

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $357 or less one-way and $223 or less round-trip.
  • Travelers with flights from Portland to Los Angeles looking to relax before their flight should consider paying a visit to Dragontree Spa at Portland International Airport. The Dragontree offers body massages, chair massages, and foot treatments. They also have locally made cosmetics, skin care products, and other gifts for sale.
  • The Hollywood Theater in Portland International Airport is a great way to spend some quality time before your flight. The Hollywood Theater is a complimentary microcinema in Concourse C featuring seventeen seats. Many of the theater’s films are by local filmmakers and the films usually run around 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Are you flying with children on your trip from Portland to Los Angeles? Portland International Airport has two children’s play areas, one post-security and one pre-security. While at Los Angeles International Airport, the “LAX Beach” play area in Tom Bradley International Terminal is the airport’s answer to children’s entertainment. There is also another play area in the Alaska Lounge in Terminal 6 at LAX.
  • Travelers with pets will be happy to hear that there are multiple pet relief areas at Los Angeles International Airport. There are two outdoor pet relief areas in the airport, with one between Terminals 1 and 2 and the other between Terminals 7 and 8. There is also an indoor relief area located in Tom Bradley International Terminal.
  • Looking to freshen up after arriving in Los Angeles? The American Airlines Admirals Club lounges in Terminal 4 are one great option. With two locations in Terminal 4 - one by Gate 40 and the other by Gates 44C and 44D - the lounges offer a variety of amenities, including showers in the Gate 40 lounge.
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Prefer to fly direct from Portland to Los Angeles?

Find which airlines fly direct from Portland Airport to Los Angeles Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Portland to Los Angeles

Monday

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, Air France, +26 more

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +27 more

Tuesday

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, Air France, +25 more

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +26 more

Wednesday

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, Air France, +25 more

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +26 more

Thursday

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, Air France, +26 more

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +27 more

Friday

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, Air France, +24 more

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +25 more

Saturday

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, Air France, +27 more

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +28 more

Sunday

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, Air France, +26 more

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +27 more

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Direct returns

Los Angeles to Portland

Monday

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, Air France, +25 more

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +26 more

Tuesday

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, Air France, +22 more

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +23 more

Wednesday

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, Air France, +23 more

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +24 more

Thursday

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, Air France, +24 more

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +25 more

Friday

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, Air France, +23 more

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +24 more

Saturday

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, Air France, +24 more

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +25 more

Sunday

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, Air France, +24 more

Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +25 more

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Portland to Los Angeles

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