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$119+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME to Los Angeles (PWM - LAX)

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 8/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — LAX
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to Los Angeles are usually found in January or October, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PWM) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$251
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$119
(American Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$463
From Portland to Los Angeles
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Cheapest flights from Portland to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 9/166:14 amPWM - LAX
1 stop8h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/207:00 amLAX - PWM
1 stop8h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/196:00 amPWM - LAX
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/2610:33 amLAX - PWM
2 stops10h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$256
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 8/235:45 amPWM - LAX
1 stop12h 25mSouthwest
Sat 8/3010:55 pmLAX - PWM
1 stop13h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$285
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/252:17 pmPWM - LAX
1 stop9h 41mJetBlue
Mon 9/2910:29 pmLAX - PWM
1 stop11h 53mJetBlue
Deal found 7/28$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Mon 11/34:48 pmPWM - LAX
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Sat 11/810:13 amLAX - PWM
1 stop9h 06mDelta
Deal found 7/27$297
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/812:52 pmPWM - LAX
1 stop25h 22mSun Country Air
Sat 8/1611:55 pmLAX - PWM
1 stop8h 56mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/28$415
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/26:58 pmPWM - LAX
1 stop25h 10mFrontier
Fri 8/81:57 pmLAX - PWM
1 stop25h 16mFrontier
Deal found 7/26$435

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to Los Angeles 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 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Portland

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Los Angeles

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Depart

Return

Price

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Tue 9/16

6:14 am-11:19 am

1 stop8h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/20

7:00 am-6:26 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$251

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Tue 8/19

6:00 am-10:39 am

1 stop7h 39m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/26

10:33 am-11:44 pm

2 stops10h 11m

$256

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Sat 8/23

5:45 am-3:10 pm

1 stop12h 25m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/30

10:55 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop13h 00m

$285

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Thu 9/25

2:17 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/29

10:29 pm-1:22 pm

1 stop11h 53m

$291

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Mon 11/3

4:48 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/8

10:13 am-10:19 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$297

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Fri 8/8

12:52 pm-11:14 am

1 stop25h 22m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/16

11:55 pm-11:51 am

1 stop8h 56m

$415

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Sat 8/30

9:08 am-2:35 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$119

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Sat 8/16

6:58 pm-5:08 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$147

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Fri 10/24

12:45 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$149

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Sun 8/31

6:00 am-2:06 pm

1 stop11h 06m

$171

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from Portland with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles 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 PWM to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

When flying from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 23% versus a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles?

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Portland to Los Angeles to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,913 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Portland to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at $251. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $256 and $285, respectively. United Airlines is 41% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $119. Users have also found prices from $147 and $149 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Portland to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to Los Angeles 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, Maine to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles 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 5 airlines flying from Portland to Los Angeles

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Portland to Los Angeles. 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 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$247Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$270Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$291Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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