Cheap flights from Portland to Los Angeles (PDX - LAX) from $28

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/20. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
PDX — LAX
Sep 26 — Oct 31

The best prices from Portland to Los Angeles are usually found in January or February, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

How to find the cheapest flight from Portland (PDX) to Los Angeles (LAX)

All the information you need to plan the best PDX to LAX flight in 2023: compare Portland to Los Angeles flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Los Angeles.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$217

One-way from

$63
High demand for flights, 27% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 31% potential price drop
From Portland to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Portland to Los Angeles

PDX - LAX

Price

$217 - $495

LAX

Temperature

57.2 - 73.4 °F

LAX

Rainfall

0 - 3.4 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Portland to Los Angeles?

Flying to your destination on a Sunday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Los Angeles. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

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

To save up to 69% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 31 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Portland to Los Angeles from $351 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $484 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

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

Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from Portland. Users have commonly found prices around $285 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $144. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Portland to Los Angeles (PDX - LAX)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Portland to Los Angeles in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Delta flights from Portland to Los Angeles

Consider these cheap Delta flights we've found departing from Portland to Los Angeles. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
  • One of the most popular airlines traveling from Portland to Los Angeles is Delta. Flights from Delta traveling this route typically cost $217.80 RT. This price is typically 64% cheaper than other airlines that offer Portland to Los Angeles flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $99. Portland Airport is the most common Portland airport to take off from when flying to Los Angeles. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Los Angeles. When flying from Portland to Los Angeles, Delta flights are 31% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Portland to Los Angeles

To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Spirit Airlines flights we've found from Portland to Los Angeles. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
  • If you’re traveling from Portland to Los Angeles, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Spirit Airlines. Portland to Los Angeles flights are typically 23% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $257.81 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $136. When traveling from Portland to Los Angeles on Spirit Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is Portland Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Los Angeles Airport. When flying from Portland to Los Angeles, Spirit Airlines flights are 30% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Portland to Los Angeles flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for PDX to LAX flights for September, October
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Portland to Los Angeles in 2023. Check back regularly for other flight deals.

Portland to Los Angeles 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Los Angeles from Portland found for this year
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Portland to Los Angeles in 2023. Check back regularly for other flight deals.

Non-stop flights to Los Angeles from Portland

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Portland to Los Angeles flights leaving soon

Late deals on return flights to Los Angeles from Portland, departing today and this week
Have a look at some of the flights available from Portland to Los Angeles departing last-minute. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.

One-way flights to Los Angeles from Portland

The cheapest one-way flights from Portland to Los Angeles
Users in need of a one-way flight from Portland to Los Angeles can choose from these deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Portland to Los Angeles should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.

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Tue 10/17

1 stop9h 33m

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Sat 10/21

1 stop6h 33m

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Tue 10/3

1 stop6h 42m

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Wed 10/4

1 stop8h 00m

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Sat 10/28

1 stop12h 50m

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Tue 10/31

1 stop12h 31m

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Tue 10/3

1 stop6h 42m

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Tue 10/17

1 stop12h 31m

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Mon 10/16

1 stop8h 37m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/21

1 stop5h 11m

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Tue 10/31

1 stop9h 58m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/1

1 stop4h 49m

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

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Portland

Wed 10/25

Nonstop2h 16m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/28

Nonstop2h 29m

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Tue 10/3

1 stop4h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/3

Nonstop2h 30m

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Portland

Sat 11/4

1 stop4h 49m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/8

Nonstop2h 37m

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Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines from Portland to Los Angeles have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Good, comfortable seat. Temperature was rather chilly for my taste but understand that it is best for all passengers. 😊

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Good, comfortable seat. Temperature was rather chilly for my taste but understand that it is best for all passengers. 😊

Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Good, comfortable seat. Temperature was rather chilly for my taste but understand that it is best for all passengers. 😊

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Good, comfortable seat. Temperature was rather chilly for my taste but understand that it is best for all passengers. 😊

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Good, comfortable seat. Temperature was rather chilly for my taste but understand that it is best for all passengers. 😊

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
1,481 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Good, comfortable seat. Temperature was rather chilly for my taste but understand that it is best for all passengers. 😊

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Portland to Los Angeles flights.

What airports do I use to fly from Portland to Los Angeles?

Los Angeles is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Los Angeles from Portland. Booking flights from Portland (PDX) to Los Angeles (LAX) should be relatively easy as there are 43 daily flights to Los Angeles from 7 different airlines. 2h 15m is how long a flight from Portland to Los Angeles will take if you book a nonstop flight.

Can I find flights from Portland to Los Angeles for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Portland to Los Angeles for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $59, but on average you can expect to pay $76.

Are there nonstop flights from Portland to Los Angeles for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Portland to Los Angeles under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Portland to Los Angeles is less than $198.

Are there last-minute flights available from Portland to Los Angeles for under $100?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Portland to Los Angeles within the next 7 days for less than $100.

What days are nonstop flights available from Portland to Los Angeles?

You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How popular is this Portland to Los Angeles flight route?

How many flights depart from Portland to Los Angeles on average per day?

Per day, 55 flights depart from Portland to Los Angeles on average.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 7% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 47% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 40% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 5% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Portland to Los Angeles?

There are many flights that can get you from Portland to Los Angeles in 9h 33m. Fly via Spirit Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 839 mi.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Portland to Los Angeles round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from Portland to Los Angeles is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $59 on this airline. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 79% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $28 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $69 and Alaska Airlines from $79 one-way.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Portland to Los Angeles?

What are the most reliable airlines from Portland to Los Angeles?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Portland to Los Angeles consider choosing China Eastern (100%), Japan Airlines (97%) or Aer Lingus (96%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the cheapest flights from Portland to Los Angeles?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Portland to Los Angeles? While on average our users pay $545, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $69. The most popular route (Portland - Los Angeles), is priced around $68.

What does PDX to LAX mean?

Great question - PDX to LAX just means Portland Airport to Los Angeles Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

Alternative routes for Portland to Los Angeles

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Top 6 airlines flying from Portland to Los Angeles

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Portland to Los Angeles choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$97Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$99Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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American AirlinesCheapest$117Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$123Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$136Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Endeavor AirlinesCheapest$160Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from Portland to Los Angeles

See what time of day planes typically take off from Portland to Los Angeles
39%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
22%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
29%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
10%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
6 AM
Noon
6 PM

Weekly flight availability from Portland to Los Angeles

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Portland to Los Angeles
Sunday38daily flights
Monday58daily flights
Tuesday31daily flights
Wednesday39daily flights
Thursday40daily flights
Friday62daily flights
Saturday33daily flights
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