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$284+ Cheap flights from California to Portugal

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 7/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — LIS
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Portugal

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Portugal flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$572
(Finnair)

One-way from

$284
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,074

Good round-trip deal

$589 or less

Good one-way deal

$328 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Portugal
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Portugal. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/208:22 amSMF - LIS
2 stops30h 48mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/610:55 amLIS - SMF
2 stops21h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$572
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/298:22 amSMF - LIS
2 stops24h 03mFinnair
Thu 11/134:10 pmLIS - SMF
2 stops34h 12mFinnair
Deal found 4/30$580
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/295:59 amSJC - LIS
2 stops19h 06mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/54:10 pmLIS - SJC
2 stops36h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$580
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/144:55 pmSMF - LIS
2 stops22h 05mBritish Airways
Mon 11/248:45 pmLIS - SMF
2 stops35h 34mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/30$596
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/116:20 pmSJC - LIS
2 stops55h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/1111:00 amLIS - SJC
3 stops43h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$600
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/128:45 amSJC - LIS
2 stops40h 35mAir Canada
Fri 11/2111:00 amLIS - SJC
2 stops43h 41mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$601
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/148:45 amSJC - LIS
2 stops29h 05mLufthansa
Wed 11/126:10 amLIS - SJC
2 stops23h 01mLufthansa
Deal found 4/30$604
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/208:30 amSMF - LIS
1 stop18h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/610:15 amLIS - SMF
1 stop18h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$606
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1211:00 pmSJC - LIS
2 stops25h 00mDelta
Thu 11/2010:00 amLIS - SJC
2 stops20h 06mDelta
Deal found 4/30$622
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/138:30 amSMF - LIS
1 stop18h 35mAir Canada
Fri 11/1411:00 amLIS - SMF
2 stops35h 47mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$629
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/152:31 pmSJC - LIS
2 stops24h 54mIberia
Fri 11/146:45 pmLIS - SJC
2 stops25h 05mIberia
Deal found 4/30$637
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/112:00 pmLAS - LIS
1 stop14h 20mAir Canada
Sat 11/1511:00 amLIS - LAS
1 stop17h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$639

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Portugal 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 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Portugal that are best for you.

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Depart

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SacramentoLisbon

SMF - LIS

SMFLIS

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/20

8:22 am-11:10 pm

2 stops30h 48m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 11/6

10:55 am-12:19 am

2 stops21h 24m

$572

SacramentoLisbon

SMF - LIS

SMFLIS

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/14

4:55 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops22h 05m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 11/24

8:45 pm-12:19 am

2 stops35h 34m

$596

San JoseLisbon

SJC - LIS

SJCLIS

San Jose

Sat 10/11

6:20 pm-9:20 am

2 stops55h 00m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 11/11

11:00 am-10:41 pm

3 stops43h 41m

$600

San JoseLisbon

SJC - LIS

SJCLIS

San Jose

Sun 10/12

8:45 am-9:20 am

2 stops40h 35m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Fri 11/21

11:00 am-10:41 pm

2 stops43h 41m

$601

San JoseLisbon

SJC - LIS

SJCLIS

San Jose

Tue 10/14

8:45 am-9:50 pm

2 stops29h 05m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 11/12

6:10 am-9:11 pm

2 stops23h 01m

$604

SacramentoLisbon

SMF - LIS

SMFLIS

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/20

8:30 am-11:05 am

1 stop18h 35m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 11/6

10:15 am-8:31 pm

1 stop18h 16m

$606

San JoseLisbon

SJC - LIS

SJCLIS

San Jose

Sun 10/12

11:00 pm-8:00 am

2 stops25h 00m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 11/20

10:00 am-10:06 pm

2 stops20h 06m

$622

SacramentoLisbon

SMF - LIS

SMFLIS

Sacramento Intl

Mon 10/13

8:30 am-11:05 am

1 stop18h 35m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 11/12

5:00 am-3:21 pm

2 stops18h 21m

$629

San JoseLisbon

SJC - LIS

SJCLIS

San Jose

Wed 10/15

2:31 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops24h 54m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Fri 11/14

6:45 pm-11:50 am

2 stops25h 05m

$637

SacramentoLisbon

SMF - LIS

SMFLIS

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/14

11:00 am-9:50 pm

2 stops26h 50m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 11/10

12:30 pm-8:47 pm

2 stops40h 17m

$651

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Best time to book a flight from California to Portugal

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Portugal (average of $612). Flying from California to Portugal in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,178). 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 PT?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Portugal. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

When flying from California to Portugal, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Portugal by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Portugal ranges from 0.2 - 4.8 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Portugal when rainfall is around 0.2 in.

Temperature in Portugal by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Portugal, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Portugal

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Portugal. 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 Portugal. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Portugal, such as Delta, Porter Airlines and KLM. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
285 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air Transat
7.8
Good
385 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Azores Airlines
7.6
Good
66 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this California to Portugal flight route?

    Flights from California to Portugal have been viewed 28 times in the past calendar month.

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

    $323 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from TAP AIR PORTUGAL. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Iberia and Air Canada, with prices starting from $387 and $396, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Portugal (average of $612). Flying from California to Portugal in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,178). 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 10 airlines flying from California to Portugal

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Portugal. 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 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LEVELCheapest$425Average$685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VuelingCheapest$502Average$789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
SWISSCheapest$537Average$981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$540Average$1,002FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FinnairCheapest$540Average$926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LufthansaCheapest$547Average$1,140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
IberiaCheapest$556Average$973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$560Average$996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$566Average$792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$568Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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