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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 8/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — LAX
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to Los Angeles are usually found in January or October, booked 67 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$251
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$119
(United Airlines)

Popular in

August

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January

Average price

$414
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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 June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/139:03 amPWM - LAX
1 stop11h 03mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/206:00 amLAX - PWM
1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$251
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 9/122:17 pmPWM - LAX
1 stop11h 25mJetBlue
Mon 9/1511:59 pmLAX - PWM
1 stop10h 23mJetBlue
Deal found 6/11$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/226:54 pmPWM - LAX
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Mon 8/412:47 amLAX - PWM
1 stop6h 48mDelta
Deal found 6/10$297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 11/66:00 amPWM - LAX
1 stop8h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/911:30 pmLAX - PWM
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$322
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sun 7/2012:52 pmPWM - LAX
1 stop22h 07mSun Country Air
Thu 7/2411:55 pmLAX - PWM
1 stop8h 40mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/10$365
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/3012:16 pmPWM - LAX
2 stops36h 07mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/810:18 pmLAX - PWM
2 stops34h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$388
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/96:55 pmPWM - LAX
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Wed 7/169:30 amLAX - PWM
2 stops10h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$394
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 10/187:30 pmPWM - LAX
1 stop15h 58mFrontier
Fri 10/242:20 pmLAX - PWM
1 stop25h 24mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$500
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/191:50 pmPWM - LAX
1 stop25h 03mBreeze Airways
Sat 8/2312:38 pmLAX - PWM
1 stop22h 54mBreeze Airways
Deal found 6/12$668

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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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Wed 8/13

9:03 am-5:06 pm

1 stop11h 03m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/20

6:00 am-5:46 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$251

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Fri 9/12

2:17 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop11h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/15

11:59 pm-1:22 pm

1 stop10h 23m

$291

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Tue 7/22

6:54 pm-12:36 am

1 stop8h 42m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/4

12:47 am-10:35 am

1 stop6h 48m

$297

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Thu 11/6

6:00 am-11:39 am

1 stop8h 39m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/9

11:30 pm-10:04 am

1 stop7h 34m

$322

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Sun 7/20

12:52 pm-7:59 am

1 stop22h 07m

Los Angeles

Thu 7/24

11:55 pm-11:35 am

1 stop8h 40m

$365

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Mon 6/30

12:16 pm-9:23 pm

2 stops36h 07m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/8

10:18 pm-11:35 am

2 stops34h 17m

$388

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Wed 7/9

6:55 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/16

9:30 am-11:25 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$394

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Sat 10/18

7:30 pm-8:28 am

1 stop15h 58m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/24

2:20 pm-6:44 pm

1 stop25h 24m

$500

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Tue 8/19

1:50 pm-11:53 am

1 stop25h 03m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/23

12:38 pm-2:32 pm

1 stop22h 54m

$668

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Sun 8/31

6:00 am-1:08 pm

1 stop10h 08m

$119

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Los Angeles

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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 June 9, 2025.

Booking 67 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 $327). 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 June 12, 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.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland, Maine to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Portland to Los Angeles to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
178 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

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 American 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 JetBlue and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $291 and $297, respectively. American 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 United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $119. Users have also found prices from $126 and $131 on American Airlines and Southwest, 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 $327). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$244Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$270Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$386Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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