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$98+ Cheap flights from Portland to Los Angeles (PDX - LAX)

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PDX — LAX
May 1 — May 81
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to Los Angeles are usually found in September or May, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to Los Angeles

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 April 1, 2026.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2212:38 pm
PDX
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LAX
1 stop10h 36m
Frontier
Sat 4/2512:24 pm
LAX
-
PDX
1 stop21h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$141
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/303:05 pm
PDX
-
LAX
Nonstop2h 29m
Frontier
Sun 5/39:13 am
LAX
-
PDX
Nonstop2h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$142
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/145:31 pm
PDX
-
LAX
Nonstop2h 43m
Frontier
Thu 5/219:20 am
LAX
-
PDX
Nonstop2h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 3/29$143
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1812:27 pm
PDX
-
LAX
1 stop10h 47m
Frontier
Thu 4/239:13 am
LAX
-
PDX
Nonstop2h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 3/26$144
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/88:46 pm
PDX
-
LAX
1 stop12h 17m
Frontier
Mon 5/119:20 am
LAX
-
PDX
Nonstop2h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$145
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/209:54 am
PDX
-
LAX
Nonstop2h 25m
Frontier
Thu 4/239:13 am
LAX
-
PDX
Nonstop2h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$146
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/209:54 am
PDX
-
LAX
Nonstop2h 25m
Frontier
Fri 4/249:13 am
LAX
-
PDX
Nonstop2h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$148
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 4/303:05 pm
PDX
-
LAX
Nonstop2h 29m
Frontier
Thu 5/76:30 am
LAX
-
PDX
1 stop10h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31$149
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/45:31 pm
PDX
-
LAX
Nonstop2h 43m
Frontier
Fri 6/129:18 am
LAX
-
PDX
Nonstop2h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30$150
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/169:54 am
PDX
-
LAX
Nonstop2h 25m
Frontier
Thu 4/239:13 am
LAX
-
PDX
Nonstop2h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 3/29$151
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/235:31 pm
PDX
-
LAX
Nonstop2h 43m
Frontier
Sun 5/249:20 am
LAX
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PDX
Nonstop2h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$152

Find flight deals from Portland to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) 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 April 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$141
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$98
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$207

Good round-trip deal

$219 or less

Good one-way deal

$139 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Portland-Los Angeles flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Portland-Los Angeles flights.
From Portland to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Portland to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($27 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 April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Portland to Los Angeles.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Portland to Los Angeles.

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

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Sat 4/25

9:35 am-5:40 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/2

1:50 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$182

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Thu 5/14

5:20 am-10:25 am

1 stop5h 05m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/19

4:50 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$204

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Wed 4/29

8:15 pm-10:41 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/3

7:40 am-10:04 am

Nonstop2h 24m

$217

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Thu 4/23

7:14 pm-12:27 am

1 stop5h 13m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/28

11:43 am-4:33 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$237

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Sat 4/25

9:35 am-5:40 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/27

5:30 pm-12:55 am

1 stop7h 25m

$242

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Thu 4/30

5:20 am-10:25 am

1 stop5h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/2

2:45 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops7h 15m

$242

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Tue 4/14

6:45 am-9:09 am

Nonstop2h 24m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/21

7:40 am-10:04 am

Nonstop2h 24m

$263
Quickest round-trip

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Tue 4/14

1:05 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/22

9:45 am-12:08 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$263

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Wed 4/15

11:20 am-1:47 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/21

4:55 pm-7:17 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

$263

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Thu 5/14

5:20 am-10:25 am

1 stop5h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/18

6:40 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$268

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Portland to Los Angeles in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Portland-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Portland-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland 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 March 13, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Portland to Los Angeles is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Los Angeles (average of $76). Flying from Portland to Los Angeles in November is currently the most expensive (average of $111). 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 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 April 1, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Portland to Los Angeles at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 43% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland 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 March 28, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

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Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,Delta, andHawaiian Airlines from Portland to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 48 daily flights to Los Angeles from 9 different airlines. 2h 20m is how long a flight from Portland to Los Angeles will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Portland to Los Angeles flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Portland to Los Angeles?

    There are many flights that can get you from Portland to Los Angeles in 2h 26m. Fly via Southwest, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 834 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying 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 $54 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Hawaiian Airlines, starting at $66 and $88 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 74% 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 $42 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $50 and American Airlines from $78 one-way.

  • 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 Air France (94%), China Eastern (93%) or Iberia (93%) 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 $567, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $86. The most popular route (Portland - Los Angeles), is priced around $143.

  • 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 to Los Angeles?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Los Angeles (average of $76). Flying from Portland to Los Angeles in November is currently the most expensive (average of $111). 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 9 airlines flying from Portland to Los Angeles

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$54Average$133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$66Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$88Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$139Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$148Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$155Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$158Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$158Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$192Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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