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$46+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — LAX
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Portland to California flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$99
(Frontier)

One-way from

$46
(Netflights)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$197

Good round-trip deal

$84 or less

Good one-way deal

$80 or less
From Portland to California
One-way flight from Portland to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Portland to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Portland to California.

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Cheapest flights from Portland to California
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 July 3, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/811:13 amPDX - ONT
Nonstop2h 23mFrontier
Sat 8/163:43 pmONT - PDX
Nonstop2h 23mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$99
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/251:40 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
Mon 7/288:27 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$99
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/212:58 pmPDX - LAX
Nonstop2h 31mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/56:00 amLAX - PDX
1 stop8h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$108
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/912:58 pmPDX - LAX
Nonstop2h 31mFrontier
Thu 8/149:34 amLAX - PDX
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$109
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/1710:23 amPDX - LAS
Nonstop2h 12mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/227:00 amLAS - PDX
Nonstop2h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$110
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1511:00 amPDX - LAS
Nonstop2h 22mFrontier
Mon 8/182:04 pmLAS - PDX
1 stop6h 30mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$111
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/81:40 pmPDX - LAS
1 stop4h 37mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/127:00 amLAS - PDX
Nonstop2h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$112
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/2210:23 amPDX - LAX
1 stop11h 14mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/296:00 amLAX - PDX
1 stop8h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$124
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/95:36 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 59mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 9/238:00 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 47mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/2$131
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/119:10 pmPDX - SJC
Nonstop1h 50mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/138:00 amSJC - PDX
Nonstop1h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/3$132
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/41:40 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop2h 01mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/78:00 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$133
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/227:59 pmPDX - SJC
1 stop11h 21mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/296:00 amSJC - PDX
1 stop5h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$136

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Portland

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandOntario

PDX - ONT

PDXONT

Portland

Fri 8/8

11:13 am-1:36 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

Ontario

Sat 8/16

3:43 pm-6:06 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$99

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Fri 7/25

1:40 pm-3:41 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

San Francisco

Mon 7/28

8:27 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 48m

$99

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Sat 8/2

12:58 pm-3:29 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/5

6:00 am-2:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$108

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Sat 8/9

12:58 pm-3:29 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/14

9:34 am-11:58 am

Nonstop2h 24m

$109

PortlandLas Vegas

PDX - LAS

PDXLAS

Portland

Thu 7/17

10:23 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop2h 12m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 7/22

7:00 am-9:18 am

Nonstop2h 18m

$110

PortlandLas Vegas

PDX - LAS

PDXLAS

Portland

Fri 8/15

11:00 am-1:22 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 8/18

2:04 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$111

PortlandLas Vegas

PDX - LAS

PDXLAS

Portland

Fri 8/8

1:40 pm-6:17 pm

1 stop4h 37m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 8/12

7:00 am-9:18 am

Nonstop2h 18m

$112

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Tue 7/22

10:23 am-9:37 pm

1 stop11h 14m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/29

6:00 am-2:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$124

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Tue 9/9

5:36 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

8:00 am-9:47 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$131

PortlandSan Jose

PDX - SJC

PDXSJC

Portland

Mon 8/11

9:10 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

San Jose

Wed 8/13

8:00 am-9:44 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$132

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to California (average of $246). Flying from Portland to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 PDX 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 July 3, 2025.

When flying from Portland to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Portland to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Portland to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

The most flights from PDX to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (88 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

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 July 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Portland to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Portland to California?

    If you book a flight to California from Portland, you will be flying from Portland, which is the city’s only airport. Portland (PDX) is located 6.0 mi from the center of Portland.

  • How popular is this Portland to California flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland to California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $46. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Frontier, as they are both options that can get you from Portland to California for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Portland to California?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Portland to California?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Portland to California consider choosing SAUDIA (100%), Air France (97%) or KLM (97%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Portland to California? While on average our users pay $1,470, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $79. The most popular route (Portland - Los Angeles), is priced around $102.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Portland to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Portland to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Portland to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Portland to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to California (average of $246). Flying from Portland to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Portland to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Portland to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$36Average$116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$42Average$132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$77Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$78Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$88Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$111Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$124Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$133Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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