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$77+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to San Clemente, CA

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PDX — LAX
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to San Clemente are usually found in January or February, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to San Clemente

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Round-trip from

$128
(Frontier)

One-way from

$77
(CheapOair)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$197
From Portland to San Clemente
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Cheapest flights from Portland to San Clemente
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to San Clemente. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/511:23 amPDX - LAX
1 stop8h 29mFrontier
Sat 9/610:14 amLAX - PDX
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$131
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/172:18 pmPDX - LAX
Nonstop2h 26mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/239:26 amLAX - PDX
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$132
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/21:08 pmPDX - LAX
Nonstop2h 28mFrontier
Sun 10/59:44 amLAX - PDX
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
Deal found 8/12$133
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/301:18 pmPDX - LAX
Nonstop2h 31mFrontier
Sat 9/610:14 amLAX - PDX
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
Deal found 8/12$134
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Thu 9/251:08 pmPDX - LAX
Nonstop2h 28mFrontier
Mon 9/2912:41 pmLAX - PDX
1 stop5h 46mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$135
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/61:38 pmPDX - LAX
Nonstop2h 28mFrontier
Sat 9/1310:14 amLAX - PDX
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$136
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sat 9/61:38 pmPDX - LAX
Nonstop2h 28mFrontier
Sun 9/76:35 amLAX - PDX
1 stop17h 37mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$137
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/512:07 pmPDX - LAX
1 stop7h 53mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/136:15 amLAX - PDX
1 stop13h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1012:07 pmPDX - LAX
1 stop6h 48mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/128:55 pmLAX - PDX
1 stop22h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$139
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1712:07 pmPDX - LAX
1 stop6h 48mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/217:50 pmLAX - PDX
1 stop15h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/11$140
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/51:08 pmPDX - LAX
Nonstop2h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/66:15 amLAX - PDX
1 stop13h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$141
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/117:22 pmPDX - LAX
1 stop16h 21mFrontier
Thu 9/259:44 amLAX - PDX
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$142

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to San Clemente 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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to San Clemente that are best for you.

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Portland

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San Clemente

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Price

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Thu 9/25

1:08 pm-3:36 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/29

9:44 am-12:08 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$131

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Fri 9/5

1:08 pm-3:36 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/14

9:44 am-12:08 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$131

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Fri 9/5

12:07 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/13

10:14 am-12:38 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$133

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Tue 9/9

12:07 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/10

1:37 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$133

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Sat 8/30

1:18 pm-3:49 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/31

9:44 am-12:08 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$134

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Sat 9/20

1:38 pm-4:06 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/27

10:14 am-12:38 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$136

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Sat 9/6

7:15 am-8:13 pm

1 stop12h 58m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/7

9:44 am-12:08 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$136

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Mon 9/8

11:23 am-7:52 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Los Angeles

Wed 9/10

6:15 am-11:11 am

1 stop4h 56m

$137

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Thu 9/11

7:22 pm-11:43 am

1 stop16h 21m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

6:15 am-11:11 am

1 stop4h 56m

$137

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Wed 10/1

12:07 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/3

12:39 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$138

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to San Clemente

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to San Clemente

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland to San Clemente?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to San Clemente. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Portland to San Clemente. 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 San Clemente?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to San Clemente (average of $246). Flying from Portland to San Clemente in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 CL3?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to San Clemente. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland to San Clemente?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to San Clemente. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to San Clemente flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Portland to San Clemente

Explore weekly flight availability from Portland to San Clemente. 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 August 14, 2025.

The most flights from PDX to CL3 are scheduled on a Thursday (92 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (52 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Clemente

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Clemente. 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 San Clemente. Reviews last updated August 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines from Portland to San Clemente by reading reviews from past customers. 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

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,046 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,217 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Portland to San Clemente?

    Most people fly from Portland (PDX) if they book a flight from Portland to San Clemente. On average, Portland has 73 outbound flights to San Clemente per day from 8 airlines. Portland is conveniently located just 6.0 mi from Portland’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Portland to San Clemente are Frontier ($77), Spirit Airlines ($78), and Southwest ($79).

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  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland to San Clemente?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Portland to San Clemente? While on average our users pay $572, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $78. The most popular route (Portland - Los Angeles), is priced around $73.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland to San Clemente?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to San Clemente (average of $246). Flying from Portland to San Clemente in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 San Clemente

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Portland to San Clemente. 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$42Average$137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$53Average$135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$89Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$93Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$139Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$146Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$158Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$158Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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