Palm Desert

$114+ 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 5/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — SAN
Jun 7 — Jun 141
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to Palm Desert

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 May 8, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Tue 6/25:45 pm
PDX
-
PSP
Nonstop2h 37m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 6/97:00 am
PSP
-
PDX
Nonstop2h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/5$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 6/26:00 am
PDX
-
PSP
1 stop3h 45m
Southwest
Tue 6/96:30 pm
PSP
-
PDX
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 5/7$227
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 5/307:30 am
PDX
-
PSP
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Mon 6/16:50 pm
PSP
-
PDX
1 stop3h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/3$229
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 5/285:30 am
PDX
-
PSP
1 stop3h 40m
Southwest
Tue 6/26:25 pm
PSP
-
PDX
1 stop4h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 5/7$234
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 10/175:30 am
PDX
-
PSP
1 stop4h 24m
United Airlines
Sat 10/174:15 pm
PSP
-
PDX
1 stop6h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/7$236
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 6/21:14 pm
PDX
-
PSP
2 stops9h 16m
United Airlines
Tue 6/97:17 am
PSP
-
PDX
2 stops9h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/7$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 5/3012:20 pm
PDX
-
PSP
2 stops8h 25m
Southwest
Mon 6/87:30 pm
PSP
-
PDX
1 stop3h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/3$239
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Mon 6/15:00 pm
PDX
-
PSP
1 stop6h 00m
Southwest
Mon 6/87:30 pm
PSP
-
PDX
1 stop3h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/7$241
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Wed 6/245:25 am
PDX
-
PSP
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Wed 7/110:20 am
PSP
-
PDX
2 stops8h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 5/8$242
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Fri 5/295:30 am
PDX
-
PSP
1 stop3h 40m
Southwest
Mon 6/16:50 pm
PSP
-
PDX
1 stop3h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/4$244

Find 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 May 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$207
(Expedia)

One-way from

$114
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$318
Provider with most accurate pricing for Portland-Palm Springs flight deals.
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From Portland to Palm Desert
One-way flight from Portland to Palm Desert
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($8 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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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 May 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Palm Desert that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Sat 6/6

9:00 am-10:45 pm

2 stops13h 45m

Palm Springs

Sat 6/13

6:10 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$262
Quickest round-trip

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Tue 6/2

5:45 pm-8:22 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

Palm Springs

Wed 6/10

7:16 am-9:48 am

Nonstop2h 32m

$282

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Thu 9/3

5:45 am-3:15 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Palm Springs

Thu 9/10

10:25 am-4:35 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$314

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Fri 5/29

5:30 am-9:10 am

1 stop3h 40m

Palm Springs

Sun 5/31

7:55 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 20m

$317

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Fri 10/23

12:45 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Palm Springs

Fri 10/30

4:20 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$326

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Thu 10/8

5:30 am-9:54 am

1 stop4h 24m

Palm Springs

Sat 10/10

1:13 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$326

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Thu 6/25

5:10 am-1:40 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Palm Springs

Wed 7/1

10:20 am-7:00 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$328

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Tue 10/13

9:00 am-8:00 pm

2 stops11h 00m

Palm Springs

Tue 10/20

7:30 am-2:36 pm

2 stops7h 06m

$346

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Wed 9/9

7:05 am-4:50 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Palm Springs

Sat 9/12

11:20 am-8:00 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$349

PortlandPalm Springs

PDX - PSP

PDXPSP

Portland

Wed 10/14

10:45 am-9:39 pm

1 stop10h 54m

Palm Springs

Sun 10/18

7:11 am-9:49 am

Nonstop2h 38m

$357

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Palm Desert

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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 May 8, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Portland to Palm Desert in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 May 2, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to Palm Desert flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon 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 May 8, 2026.

The most flights from PDX to PD9 are scheduled on a Friday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Portland to Palm Desert?

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 May 8, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andDelta 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.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

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 7 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 $282, Southwest can have you in Palm Desert from Portland in 2h 37m. 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 cheapest airlines to fly from Portland to Palm Desert one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $40 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $78 and Delta from $78 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 Sun Country Air (100%), Horizon Air (100%) and Japan Airlines (90%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $253 for a flight from Portland to Palm Desert. The cheapest flight overall is $82 while the most popular route, (Portland - Palm Springs) is currently priced at $227.

  • 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.

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Alternative routes for Portland to Palm Desert

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Top 7 airlines flying from Portland to Palm Desert

Discover the top 7 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 May 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$48Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$83Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$88Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$92Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$142Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$157Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$158Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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