Palm Desert

$76+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to Palm Desert, CA

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PDX — SAN
Oct 17 — Oct 241
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to Palm Desert

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Portland to Palm Desert flight deals. Data was last updated September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$177
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$76
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$266
From Portland to Palm Desert
One-way flight from Portland to Palm Desert
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from Portland to Palm Desert
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Palm Desert. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/45:56 pmPDX - PSP
Nonstop2h 29mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/77:05 amPSP - PDX
Nonstop2h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$177
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 10/36:05 amPDX - PSP
1 stop5h 41mFrontier
Mon 10/612:31 pmPSP - PDX
1 stop23h 17mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$184
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/25:50 pmPDX - PSP
1 stop5h 38mAlaska Airlines
Fri 12/54:48 pmPSP - PDX
1 stop6h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$186
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/85:59 pmPDX - PSP
Nonstop2h 41mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/117:05 amPSP - PDX
Nonstop2h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$187
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:50 pmPDX - PSP
1 stop12h 44mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/63:36 pmPSP - PDX
1 stop7h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/17$189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/211:30 pmPDX - PSP
2 stops8h 06mDelta
Sat 10/255:59 pmPSP - PDX
1 stop4h 28mDelta
Deal found 9/15$190
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sat 12/62:23 pmPDX - PSP
2 stops7h 25mDelta
Sat 12/133:45 pmPSP - PDX
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Deal found 9/17$191
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 11/116:40 amPDX - PSP
1 stop3h 45mSouthwest
Thu 11/136:25 pmPSP - PDX
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$194
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/202:30 pmPDX - PSP
1 stop7h 03mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/271:21 pmPSP - PDX
1 stop8h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/17$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Thu 10/166:40 amPDX - PSP
1 stop3h 40mSouthwest
Thu 10/2311:05 amPSP - PDX
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/16$199
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Sat 10/252:30 pmPDX - PSP
1 stop19h 36mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/277:05 amPSP - PDX
Nonstop2h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/16$200

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to Palm Desert 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Palm Desert that are best for you.

Fly from

Portland

Fly to

Palm Desert

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Fri 12/5

5:56 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

Palm Springs

Thu 12/11

2:11 pm-4:47 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

$177

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Thu 12/4

5:56 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

Palm Springs

Sun 12/7

7:05 am-9:42 am

Nonstop2h 37m

$177

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Tue 11/11

6:40 am-10:25 am

1 stop3h 45m

Palm Springs

Thu 11/13

6:25 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$194

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Mon 10/20

10:47 am-1:09 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

Palm Springs

Mon 10/27

7:05 am-9:38 am

Nonstop2h 33m

$197

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Mon 10/6

5:32 pm-8:04 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

Palm Springs

Fri 10/10

3:10 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$207

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Wed 10/22

7:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Palm Springs

Tue 10/28

10:47 am-4:50 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$229

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Wed 11/19

6:40 am-2:05 pm

2 stops7h 25m

Palm Springs

Thu 11/27

11:05 am-4:45 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$234

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Thu 10/30

5:41 pm-6:34 pm

1 stop24h 53m

Palm Springs

Sun 11/2

7:05 am-9:38 am

Nonstop2h 33m

$250

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Thu 10/30

5:59 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

Palm Springs

Sun 11/2

7:05 am-9:38 am

Nonstop2h 33m

$257

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Fri 10/10

5:15 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop5h 18m

Palm Springs

Tue 10/14

6:30 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$257

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Palm Desert

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to Palm Desert

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland to Palm Desert?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Palm Desert. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

Booking 66 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Portland to Palm Desert. 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 to Palm Desert?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Palm Desert (average of $286). Flying from Portland to Palm Desert in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 PD9?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to Palm Desert. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Portland to Palm Desert as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland to Palm Desert?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to Palm Desert flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons 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.

Weekly flight availability from Portland to Palm Desert

Explore weekly flight availability from Portland to Palm Desert. 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 September 17, 2025.

The most flights from PDX to PD9 are scheduled on a Monday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Palm Desert

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Palm Desert. 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 Palm Desert. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Hawaiian Airlines from Portland to Palm Desert 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.

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Portland to Palm Desert?

    Portland (PDX) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Portland to Palm Desert. You should not have trouble finding flights to Palm Desert from Portland; the airport handles an average of 2 outbound flights to Palm Desert per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights from the Portland airport to Palm Desert. It is only a 6.0 mi journey to Portland (PDX) from Portland’s city center.

  • How popular is this Portland to Palm Desert flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Portland to Palm Desert?

    For as low as $177, Alaska Airlines can have you in Palm Desert from Portland in 2h 29m. Airlines will cover a distance of 873 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Portland to Palm Desert?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Portland to Palm Desert are Horizon Air (100%), Japan Airlines (92%) and Alaska Airlines (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland to Palm Desert?

    On average you can expect to pay $256 for a flight from Portland to Palm Desert. The cheapest flight overall is $88 while the most popular route, (Portland - Palm Springs) is currently priced at $151.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to Palm Desert that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Portland to Palm Desert?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Portland to Palm Desert?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to Palm Desert 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 Palm Desert?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Palm Desert (average of $286). Flying from Portland to Palm Desert in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 8 airlines flying from Portland to Palm Desert

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Portland to Palm Desert. 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$54Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$69Average$169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$93Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$98Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$151Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$158Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$173Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$186Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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