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$68+ Cheap flights from Portland to Los Angeles (PDX - LAX)
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PDX — LAX
Jul 16 — Jul 231
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from | $122 (CheapOair) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $68 (CheapOair) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $197 |
Good round-trip deal | $195 or less |
Good one-way deal | $118 or less |
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Cheapest flights from Portland to Los AngelesExplore 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 11, 2025.
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 11, 2025.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Wed 8/610:23 amPDX - LAX
1 stop12h 27mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/89:34 amLAX - PDX
Nonstop2h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Tue 8/53:10 pmPDX - LAX
1 stop5h 06mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/95:45 amLAX - PDX
1 stop8h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/8![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$123
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Fri 9/121:08 pmPDX - LAX
Nonstop2h 28mFrontier
Sun 9/149:44 amLAX - PDX
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
Deal found 7/10![Frontier logo]()
$127
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 8/237:25 amPDX - LAX
2 stops7h 10mSouthwest
Sat 8/233:50 pmLAX - PDX
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/8![Southwest logo]()
$129
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Fri 9/52:56 pmPDX - LAX
Nonstop2h 33mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/96:52 pmLAX - PDX
Nonstop2h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/8![American Airlines logo]()
$159
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PDX - LAX
PDXLAX
Portland
Wed 8/6
10:23 am-10:50 pm
1 stop12h 27m
Los Angeles
Fri 8/8
9:34 am-11:58 am
Nonstop2h 24m
$122
PortlandLos Angeles
PDX - LAX
PDXLAX
Portland
Tue 8/5
3:10 pm-8:16 pm
1 stop5h 06m
Los Angeles
Sat 8/9
5:45 am-2:15 pm
1 stop8h 30m
$123
PortlandLos Angeles
PDX - LAX
PDXLAX
Portland
Fri 9/12
1:08 pm-3:36 pm
Nonstop2h 28m
Los Angeles
Sun 9/14
9:44 am-12:08 pm
Nonstop2h 24m
$127
PortlandLos Angeles
PDX - LAX
PDXLAX
Portland
Sat 8/23
7:25 am-2:35 pm
2 stops7h 10m
Los Angeles
Sat 8/23
3:50 pm-9:10 pm
1 stop5h 20m
$129
PortlandLos Angeles
PDX - LAX
PDXLAX
Portland
Fri 9/5
2:56 pm-5:29 pm
Nonstop2h 33m
Los Angeles
Tue 9/9
6:52 pm-9:19 pm
Nonstop2h 27m
$159
PortlandLos Angeles
PDX - LAX
PDXLAX
Portland
Tue 10/7
12:07 pm-11:56 pm
1 stop11h 49m
$68
PortlandLos Angeles
PDX - LAX
PDXLAX
Portland
Sat 7/26
12:58 pm-3:29 pm
Nonstop2h 31m
$69
PortlandLos Angeles
PDX - LAX
PDXLAX
Portland
Tue 9/9
6:10 am-2:00 pm
2 stops7h 50m
$72
PortlandLos Angeles
PDX - LAX
PDXLAX
Portland
Wed 8/13
7:40 am-10:17 am
Nonstop2h 37m
$100
PortlandLos Angeles
PDX - LAX
PDXLAX
Portland
Tue 9/2
9:30 pm-12:01 am
Nonstop2h 31m
$109
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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 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 27, 2025.
The best time to book flights from Portland to Los Angeles is 57 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Portland 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 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 July 11, 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Portland to Los Angeles at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 36% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, 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 July 6, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Portland to Los Angeles
Explore weekly flight availability from Portland to Los Angeles. 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 11, 2025.
The most flights from PDX to LAX are scheduled on a Thursday (93 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (47 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Portland 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 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and American 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.
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentMerlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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| Cheapest$48 | Average$106 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$50 | Average$134 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$88 | Average$208 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$137 | Average$221 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$146 | Average$238 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$147 | Average$247 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$167 | Average$281 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$198 | Average$338 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |