$116+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME (PWM) to California
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — LAX
Oct 28 — Nov 41
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Portland to CaliforniaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 28, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 28, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/95:10 pm -
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1 stop8h 50m
Deal found 9/24![Southwest logo]()
$228
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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1 stop9h 25m
Deal found 9/24![Southwest logo]()
$231
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1012:45 pm -
1 stop11h 25m
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1 stop8h 50m
Deal found 9/24![Southwest logo]()
$231
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/43:25 pm -
2 stops11h 10m
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1 stop8h 55m
Deal found 9/23![Southwest logo]()
$233
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/73:25 pm -
2 stops11h 05m
Fri 12/115:10 am -
1 stop8h 20m
Deal found 9/23![Southwest logo]()
$236
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/23:25 pm -
2 stops11h 10m
Fri 12/410:00 pm -
1 stop13h 45m
Deal found 9/24![Southwest logo]()
$269
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/105:15 am -
1 stop11h 35m
Sun 12/139:25 pm -
1 stop9h 25m
Deal found 9/24![Southwest logo]()
$325
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/25:15 am -
1 stop11h 35m
Mon 12/79:25 pm -
1 stop9h 25m
Deal found 9/24![Southwest logo]()
$331
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/105:15 am -
1 stop8h 55m
Sun 12/139:55 pm -
1 stop8h 55m
Deal found 9/24![Southwest logo]()
$345
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/46:03 am -
1 stop8h 49m
Sat 11/1412:48 pm -
1 stop7h 43m
Deal found 9/27![Delta logo]()
$357
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/72:09 pm -
1 stop8h 21m
Sat 11/1412:18 pm -
1 stop8h 13m
Deal found 9/24![Delta logo]()
$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/245:30 am -
1 stop8h 50m
Sat 10/3110:20 am -
1 stop8h 02m
Deal found 9/26![American Airlines logo]()
$359
Best flights from Portland to CaliforniaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Portland to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 28, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Portland to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 28, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/105:15 am -
1 stop11h 35m
Mon 12/149:25 pm -
1 stop9h 25m
Deal found 9/24![Southwest logo]()
$231
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/283:23 pm -
1 stop8h 13m
Wed 11/410:20 pm -
1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 9/26![United Airlines logo]()
$357
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/46:03 am -
1 stop8h 49m
Sat 11/1412:48 pm -
1 stop7h 43m
Deal found 9/26![Delta logo]()
$357
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/56:30 am -
1 stop9h 06m
Thu 11/1212:45 pm -
1 stop7h 58m
Deal found 9/24![JetBlue logo]()
$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/246:00 am -
2 stops12h 44m
Thu 10/299:55 am -
2 stops9h 41m
Deal found 9/24![American Airlines logo]()
$379
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/95:10 pm -
1 stop10h 30m
Tue 11/1711:10 pm -
2 stops10h 00m
Deal found 9/24![Southwest logo]()
$233
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/105:15 am -
1 stop11h 35m
Sun 12/139:25 pm -
1 stop9h 25m
Deal found 9/24![Southwest logo]()
$325
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/72:09 pm -
1 stop8h 21m
Sat 11/1412:18 pm -
1 stop8h 13m
Deal found 9/24![Delta logo]()
$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/33:23 pm -
1 stop8h 13m
Wed 11/1110:20 pm -
1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 9/26![United Airlines logo]()
$367
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/62:35 pm -
1 stop9h 14m
Wed 1/136:20 am -
2 stops13h 46m
Deal found 9/24![Delta logo]()
$362
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/105:15 am -
1 stop8h 55m
Mon 12/1410:15 pm -
2 stops10h 55m
Deal found 9/24![Southwest logo]()
$330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/106:00 am -
2 stops13h 05m
Mon 1/46:56 pm -
2 stops14h 21m
Deal found 9/25![American Airlines logo]()
$415
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/52:05 pm -
1 stop10h 24m
Sun 11/811:20 pm -
1 stop7h 47m
Deal found 9/28![United Airlines logo]()
$398
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/34:15 pm -
1 stop10h 31m
Wed 11/116:47 pm -
2 stops14h 11m
Deal found 9/26![Delta logo]()
$362
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/2511:34 am -
2 stops14h 34m
Sat 1/309:28 am -
2 stops10h 20m
Deal found 9/26![American Airlines logo]()
$425
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/32:35 pm -
1 stop9h 14m
Wed 3/37:30 pm -
2 stops13h 23m
Deal found 9/24![Delta logo]()
$362
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1412:45 pm -
2 stops12h 10m
Thu 12/171:35 pm -
1 stop7h 15m
Deal found 9/27![Southwest logo]()
$374
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/235:08 pm -
1 stop8h 38m
Sun 10/257:05 pm -
2 stops10h 55m
Deal found 9/23![United Airlines logo]()
$426
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/225:45 pm -
1 stop9h 14m
Wed 10/286:19 am -
2 stops12h 17m
Deal found 9/23![American Airlines logo]()
$429
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2812:42 pm -
2 stops14h 00m
Wed 11/410:25 pm -
2 stops14h 37m
Deal found 9/26![Delta logo]()
$368
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/73:25 pm -
2 stops11h 05m
Fri 12/1110:10 am -
2 stops10h 40m
Deal found 9/23![Southwest logo]()
$384
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/236:00 am -
1 stop8h 30m
Wed 12/212:46 pm -
1 stop7h 47m
Deal found 9/25![Delta logo]()
$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/73:23 pm -
1 stop8h 28m
Sat 11/145:00 am -
1 stop8h 02m
Deal found 9/26![United Airlines logo]()
$489
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/284:15 pm -
1 stop10h 31m
Fri 10/3012:38 pm -
1 stop7h 57m
Deal found 9/27![Delta logo]()
$372
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/1212:50 pm -
2 stops9h 55m
Fri 1/158:15 am -
2 stops11h 45m
Deal found 9/27![Southwest logo]()
$411
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/112:05 pm -
1 stop11h 07m
Sat 11/146:20 am -
2 stops14h 11m
Deal found 9/26![Delta logo]()
$374
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/315:08 pm -
1 stop8h 24m
Tue 11/35:15 am -
1 stop7h 47m
Deal found 9/24![United Airlines logo]()
$499
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/235:20 am -
2 stops10h 20m
Fri 10/3011:20 am -
2 stops9h 35m
Deal found 9/25![Southwest logo]()
$424
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/274:48 pm -
1 stop8h 53m
Wed 3/310:45 am -
1 stop7h 42m
Deal found 9/23![United Airlines logo]()
$502
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/106:00 am -
1 stop9h 44m
Mon 12/1410:40 pm -
2 stops14h 59m
Deal found 9/27![Delta logo]()
$382
Last-minute flights from Portland to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Portland to California. Data last updated September 28, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Portland to California. Data last updated September 28, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/206:04 am -
1 stop9h 27m
Sun 10/2511:59 pm -
1 stop7h 51m
Deal found 9/24![Delta logo]()
$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/205:30 am -
1 stop8h 50m
Sat 10/246:20 am -
1 stop9h 36m
Deal found 9/28![American Airlines logo]()
$380
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/224:15 pm -
1 stop10h 31m
Wed 10/2810:53 am -
1 stop9h 08m
Deal found 9/24![Delta logo]()
$357
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/222:09 pm -
2 stops12h 46m
Tue 10/2710:25 pm -
2 stops11h 47m
Deal found 9/24![Delta logo]()
$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/245:30 am -
1 stop8h 50m
Sat 10/3110:20 am -
1 stop8h 02m
Deal found 9/26![American Airlines logo]()
$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/246:00 am -
1 stop8h 41m
Thu 10/296:30 pm -
2 stops11h 30m
Deal found 9/24![United Airlines logo]()
$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/246:00 am -
2 stops12h 44m
Thu 10/299:55 am -
2 stops9h 41m
Deal found 9/24![American Airlines logo]()
$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/275:30 am -
1 stop9h 55m
Tue 11/311:20 pm -
1 stop7h 47m
Deal found 9/26![United Airlines logo]()
$377
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/275:40 am -
2 stops12h 30m
Tue 11/39:25 pm -
1 stop9h 25m
Deal found 9/26![Southwest logo]()
$382
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/284:15 pm -
1 stop10h 31m
Fri 10/3012:38 pm -
1 stop7h 57m
Deal found 9/27![Delta logo]()
$372
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/286:00 pm -
1 stop8h 20m
Fri 10/309:40 pm -
1 stop9h 30m
Deal found 9/28![Southwest logo]()
$378
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/286:01 am -
1 stop8h 43m
Fri 10/305:42 pm -
2 stops15h 40m
Deal found 9/28![Delta logo]()
$383
One-way flights from Portland to CaliforniaSearch for one-way flight options from Portland to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 28, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Portland to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 28, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/105:15 am -
1 stop11h 35m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/24![Southwest logo]()
$116
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/23:25 pm -
2 stops11h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/24![Southwest logo]()
$118
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/312:45 pm -
2 stops14h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/24![Southwest logo]()
$171
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/187:10 am -
1 stop8h 58m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/27![American Airlines logo]()
$179
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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1 stop9h 36m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/28![American Airlines logo]()
$180
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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2 stops13h 18m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/27![Delta logo]()
$184
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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1 stop8h 58m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/27![Delta logo]()
$185
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/95:08 pm -
1 stop8h 32m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/25![United Airlines logo]()
$185
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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1 stop10h 06m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/23![United Airlines logo]()
$185
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/25:08 pm -
1 stop8h 22m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/25![United Airlines logo]()
$185
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/222:09 pm -
1 stop11h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/28![Delta logo]()
$189
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/712:45 pm -
2 stops12h 10m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/26![Southwest logo]()
$190
Find flight deals from Portland to California
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Portland to California flight deals. Data was last updated September 28, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $228 (Southwest) |
One-way from | $116 (Southwest) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $378 |
Good one-way deal | $213 or less |
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Depart
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PortlandSan Francisco
PWM Portland - SFO San Francisco
PWMSFO
Portland
Fri 12/11
5:20 am-1:45 pm
1 stop11h 25m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$116
PortlandSan Francisco
PWM Portland - SFO San Francisco
PWMSFO
Portland
Thu 12/10
5:15 am-1:50 pm
1 stop11h 35m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$116
PortlandSan Diego
PWM Portland - SAN San Diego
PWMSAN
Portland
Wed 10/28
6:28 am-4:25 pm
2 stops12h 57m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$184
PortlandSan Diego
PWM Portland - SAN San Diego
PWMSAN
Portland
Sat 10/31
10:50 am-6:39 pm
2 stops10h 49m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$184
PortlandSan Diego
PWM Portland - SAN San Diego
PWMSAN
Portland
Wed 11/18
6:00 am-4:18 pm
2 stops13h 18m
San Diego
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$184
PortlandSacramento
PWM Portland - SMF Sacramento Intl
PWMSMF
Portland
Mon 11/9
5:08 pm-10:40 pm
1 stop8h 32m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$185
PortlandSacramento
PWM Portland - SMF Sacramento Intl
PWMSMF
Portland
Mon 12/7
5:15 am-1:50 pm
1 stop11h 35m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$185
PortlandLos Angeles
PWM Portland - LAX Los Angeles
PWMLAX
Portland
Wed 10/21
6:00 am-1:06 pm
1 stop10h 06m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$185
PortlandLos Angeles
PWM Portland - LAX Los Angeles
PWMLAX
Portland
Sat 10/24
6:00 am-1:06 pm
1 stop10h 06m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$185
PortlandLos Angeles
PWM Portland - LAX Los Angeles
PWMLAX
Portland
Tue 10/20
6:00 am-1:06 pm
1 stop10h 06m
Los Angeles
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$185
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland, Maine to California?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to California (average of $388). Flying from Portland, Maine to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $637). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PWM to CA?
Find hourly flight availability from Portland to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 28, 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Portland, Maine to California as you normally would.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Portland, Maine to California?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Portland, Maine to California flights typically cost between $378 and $567 in November.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $228 on Southwest (Nov 9-Nov 17).
How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland, Maine to California?
Booking 58 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Portland, Maine to California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
Reviews of airlines servicing California
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated September 28, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Portland to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$164 | Average$343 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$250 | Average$510 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$273 | Average$551 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$276 | Average$431 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$358 | Average$500 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |