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$50+ Cheap flights from California to Portland (PDX)

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LAX — PDX
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Portland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Portland flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$84
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$51
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$214

Good round-trip deal

$138 or less

Good one-way deal

$88 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Portland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 8/214:40 pmLAS - PDX
Nonstop2h 17mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/257:52 pmPDX - LAS
Nonstop2h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/31$84
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/224:40 pmLAS - PDX
Nonstop2h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/2411:27 amPDX - LAS
Nonstop2h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$98
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/277:05 amSMF - PDX
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Sat 9/65:10 amPDX - SMF
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$107
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/293:48 pmLAS - PDX
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
Mon 9/111:36 amPDX - LAS
Nonstop2h 22mFrontier
Deal found 7/31$109
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/66:30 amSMF - PDX
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/88:18 pmPDX - SMF
1 stop12h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/31$110
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/266:50 pmSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 47mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/271:45 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$110
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Mon 8/258:25 amONT - PDX
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
Fri 8/297:04 pmPDX - ONT
Nonstop2h 23mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$110
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Thu 9/46:00 amSJC - PDX
1 stop5h 12mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/98:04 pmPDX - SJC
1 stop4h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$114
This CheapTickets deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 CheapTickets is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/131:24 pmSFO - PDX
1 stop3h 26mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 9/202:30 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 54mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/30$116
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/196:30 amSMF - PDX
1 stop4h 04mDelta
Wed 8/207:15 amPDX - SMF
1 stop5h 21mDelta
Deal found 7/29$117
This iWofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 iWofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/136:45 pmSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 50mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/202:30 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$118
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/118:27 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Mon 8/181:40 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
Deal found 7/31$119

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Portland 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Portland that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Portland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasPortland

LAS - PDX

LASPDX

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 8/21

4:40 pm-6:57 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

Portland

Mon 8/25

7:52 pm-10:13 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$84

Las VegasPortland

LAS - PDX

LASPDX

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 8/22

4:40 pm-6:57 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

Portland

Sun 8/24

11:27 am-1:49 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

$98

SacramentoPortland

SMF - PDX

SMFPDX

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/27

7:05 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Portland

Sat 9/6

5:10 am-1:30 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$107

Las VegasPortland

LAS - PDX

LASPDX

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 8/29

3:48 pm-6:14 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Portland

Mon 9/1

11:36 am-1:58 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

$109

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

6:50 pm-8:37 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Portland

Wed 8/27

1:45 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$110

SacramentoPortland

SMF - PDX

SMFPDX

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/6

6:30 am-7:23 pm

1 stop12h 53m

Portland

Mon 9/8

8:18 pm-8:38 am

1 stop12h 20m

$110

OntarioPortland

ONT - PDX

ONTPDX

Ontario

Mon 8/25

8:25 am-10:49 am

Nonstop2h 24m

Portland

Fri 8/29

7:04 pm-9:27 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$110

San JosePortland

SJC - PDX

SJCPDX

San Jose

Thu 9/4

6:00 am-11:12 am

1 stop5h 12m

Portland

Tue 9/9

8:04 pm-12:24 am

1 stop4h 20m

$114

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Sat 9/13

1:24 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop3h 26m

Portland

Sat 9/20

2:30 pm-4:24 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

$116

SacramentoPortland

SMF - PDX

SMFPDX

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/19

6:30 am-10:34 am

1 stop4h 04m

Portland

Wed 8/20

7:15 am-12:36 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$117

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Best time to book a flight from California to Portland

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Portland

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Portland?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Portland (average of $277). Flying from California to Portland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $368). 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 CA to PDX?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Portland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Portland

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Portland. 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 31, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to PDX are scheduled on a Thursday (82 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (31 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Portland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Portland. 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 Portland. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from California to Portland have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Portland. 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 into for flights to Portland from California?

    Portland (PDX) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from California to Portland. It is only a 6.0 mi journey from Portland (PDX) to Portland’s city center.

  • How popular is this California to Portland flight route?

    The California to Portland flight path was viewed by 152 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $51 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $62 and Southwest from $64 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Portland?

    While some choose either Ontario - Portland or San Francisco - Portland, Los Angeles - Portland is the most popular route from California to Portland.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Portland?

    Consider Icelandair (94%), KLM (93%) or ITA Airways (90%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from California to Portland.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Portland?

    On average you can expect to pay $798 for a flight from California to Portland. The cheapest flight overall is $69 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Portland) is currently priced at $118.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Portland?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Portland 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 California to Portland?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Portland (average of $277). Flying from California to Portland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $368). 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 California to Portland

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California to Portland. 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$30Average$127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$43Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$68Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$89Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$95Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$115Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$126Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$159Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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