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$79+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to Palm Desert, CA

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — SAN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to Palm Desert are usually found in January or February, booked 29 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$192
(Delta)

One-way from

$79
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$358
From Portland to Palm Desert
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/299:51 amPDX - PSP
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Tue 8/512:16 pmPSP - PDX
2 stops8h 45mDelta
Deal found 6/11$192
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 9/194:46 pmPDX - PSP
1 stop4h 46mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 9/237:05 amPSP - PDX
Nonstop2h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/9$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/309:55 amPDX - PSP
2 stops9h 55mSouthwest
Sat 9/611:25 amPSP - PDX
2 stops9h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$205
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sun 10/127:00 amPDX - PSP
1 stop7h 31mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/187:35 amPSP - PDX
1 stop4h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$206
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/156:58 pmPSP - PDX
1 stop4h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$212
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 8/163:40 pmPDX - PSP
1 stop4h 31mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/231:10 pmPSP - PDX
1 stop7h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$213

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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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PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Tue 7/29

9:51 am-4:28 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Palm Springs

Tue 8/5

12:16 pm-9:01 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$192

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Fri 9/19

4:46 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop4h 46m

Palm Springs

Tue 9/23

7:05 am-9:50 am

Nonstop2h 45m

$197

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Sat 8/30

9:55 am-7:50 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Palm Springs

Sat 9/6

11:25 am-9:10 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$205

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Sun 10/12

7:00 am-2:31 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Palm Springs

Sat 10/18

7:35 am-12:25 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$206

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Tue 7/1

5:15 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 40m

Palm Springs

Tue 7/15

6:58 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop4h 24m

$212

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Sat 8/16

3:40 pm-8:11 pm

1 stop4h 31m

Palm Springs

Sat 8/23

1:10 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$213

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Tue 10/21

6:15 am-10:25 am

1 stop4h 10m

$79

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Sat 8/16

5:35 am-11:36 am

1 stop6h 01m

$85

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Fri 7/4

5:25 am-10:08 am

1 stop4h 43m

$86

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Sat 10/4

5:32 pm-8:04 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

$89

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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 June 9, 2025.

Booking 29 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 June 12, 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. Sunday 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from PDX to PD9 are scheduled on a Thursday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 June 12, 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
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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 2 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, 98 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 $79 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $85 and United Airlines from $86 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 SkyWest Airlines (100%), Icelandair (94%) and Hawaiian Airlines (90%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $530 for a flight from Portland to Palm Desert. The cheapest flight overall is $108 while the most popular route, (Portland - Palm Springs) is currently priced at $159.

  • 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$49Average$131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$64Average$134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$93Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$108Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$154Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$166Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$192Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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