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$69+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to Palm Desert, CA

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PDX — SAN
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
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Round-trip from

$197
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$69
(Hawaiian Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$327
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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 April 30, 2025.

This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/304:00 pmPDX - PSP
1 stop5h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 6/37:00 amPSP - PDX
Nonstop2h 38mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/29$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/286:30 amPDX - PSP
2 stops8h 50mSouthwest
Wed 6/46:15 pmPSP - PDX
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$202
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/314:00 pmPDX - PSP
1 stop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/27:33 amPSP - PDX
1 stop6h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$206
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/15:15 amPDX - PSP
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/155:05 pmPSP - PDX
1 stop6h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/247:15 amPDX - PSP
2 stops9h 18mDelta
Tue 7/15:13 pmPSP - PDX
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/29$214
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Thu 5/86:20 amPDX - PSP
1 stop28h 54mFrontier
Mon 5/1212:04 pmPSP - PDX
1 stop12h 34mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$248
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/48:00 amPDX - PSP
2 stops11h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/121:40 pmPSP - PDX
1 stop4h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$280
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/165:45 pmPDX - PSP
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/1912:04 pmPSP - PDX
1 stop12h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$354

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

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Portland

Fly to

Palm Desert

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Depart

Return

Price

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Fri 5/30

4:00 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Palm Springs

Tue 6/3

7:00 am-9:38 am

Nonstop2h 38m

$197

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Wed 5/28

6:30 am-3:20 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Palm Springs

Wed 6/4

6:15 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$202

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Sat 5/31

4:00 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Palm Springs

Mon 6/2

7:33 am-1:36 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$206

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Tue 7/1

5:15 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 40m

Palm Springs

Tue 7/15

5:05 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$209

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Tue 6/24

7:15 am-4:33 pm

2 stops9h 18m

Palm Springs

Tue 7/1

5:13 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$214

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Thu 5/15

6:20 am-11:14 am

1 stop28h 54m

Palm Springs

Mon 5/19

12:04 pm-12:38 am

1 stop12h 34m

$248

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Thu 5/29

5:30 am-10:10 am

1 stop4h 40m

Palm Springs

Wed 6/4

6:00 am-12:22 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$287

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Fri 5/16

5:45 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Palm Springs

Mon 5/19

12:04 pm-12:38 am

1 stop12h 34m

$354

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Sat 5/31

5:45 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$69

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Sat 5/24

1:54 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$78

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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 April 25, 2025.

Booking 45 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 April 30, 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 Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings 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 April 30, 2025.

The most flights from PDX to PD9 are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in Palm Desert by month

Plan your trip to Palm Desert by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Palm Desert ranges from 0.1 - 1.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.0 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Palm Desert when rainfall is around 0.1 in.

Temperature in Palm Desert by month

Plan your trip to Palm Desert by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Palm Desert, 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 93.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

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 April 30, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Portland to Palm Desert, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,405 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Portland to Palm Desert. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 5 outbound flights to Palm Desert per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 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?

    Within the past month, 99 users have taken a look at flights from Portland to Palm Desert.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland to Palm Desert one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $69 on Hawaiian Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $78 and Frontier from $96 one-way.

  • 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%), Alaska Airlines (82%) and Hawaiian Airlines (80%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $396 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 $157.

  • 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$24Average$106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$66Average$133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$93Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$108Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$154Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$171Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$192Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$199Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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