South Lake Tahoe

$76+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to South Lake Tahoe, 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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — SMF
Jul 30 — Aug 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to South Lake Tahoe are usually found in January or May, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to South Lake Tahoe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Portland to South Lake Tahoe flight deals. Data was last updated July 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$229
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$76
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$297
From Portland to South Lake Tahoe
One-way flight from Portland to South Lake Tahoe
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($23 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from Portland to South Lake Tahoe

Cheapest flights from Portland to South Lake Tahoe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to South Lake Tahoe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 25, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/111:00 amPDX - RNO
1 stop7h 13mFrontier
Fri 8/811:58 amRNO - PDX
1 stop12h 17mFrontier
Deal found 7/23$228
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/295:35 pmPDX - RNO
1 stop6h 24mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 9/27:59 pmRNO - PDX
1 stop4h 16mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/23$229
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/227:52 pmPDX - RNO
1 stop15h 09mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/256:25 amRNO - PDX
1 stop12h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/23$230
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/197:10 amPDX - RNO
2 stops8h 10mSouthwest
Sat 8/235:15 amRNO - PDX
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 7/23$232
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Fri 9/55:35 pmPDX - RNO
1 stop6h 24mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/87:40 pmRNO - PDX
2 stops15h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23$235
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Mon 8/411:00 amPDX - RNO
1 stop7h 23mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/69:30 amRNO - PDX
1 stop4h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Fri 8/157:05 pmPDX - RNO
1 stop4h 23mDelta
Sat 8/165:10 pmRNO - PDX
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Deal found 7/24$283

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to South Lake Tahoe 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 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to South Lake Tahoe that are best for you.

Fly from

Portland

Fly to

South Lake Tahoe

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandReno

PDX - RNO

PDXRNO

Portland

Fri 8/29

5:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Reno

Tue 9/2

7:59 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 16m

$229

PortlandReno

PDX - RNO

PDXRNO

Portland

Fri 8/22

7:52 pm-11:01 am

1 stop15h 09m

Reno

Mon 8/25

6:25 am-6:57 pm

1 stop12h 32m

$230

PortlandReno

PDX - RNO

PDXRNO

Portland

Tue 8/19

7:10 am-3:20 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Reno

Sat 8/23

5:15 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 40m

$232

PortlandReno

PDX - RNO

PDXRNO

Portland

Fri 9/5

5:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Reno

Mon 9/8

7:40 pm-10:57 am

2 stops15h 17m

$235

PortlandReno

PDX - RNO

PDXRNO

Portland

Mon 8/4

11:00 am-6:23 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Reno

Wed 8/6

9:30 am-2:15 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$251

PortlandReno

PDX - RNO

PDXRNO

Portland

Fri 8/15

7:05 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop4h 23m

Reno

Sat 8/16

5:10 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$283

PortlandReno

PDX - RNO

PDXRNO

Portland

Wed 9/3

7:52 pm-7:15 am

1 stop11h 23m

$76

PortlandReno

PDX - RNO

PDXRNO

Portland

Wed 8/27

5:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$78

PortlandReno

PDX - RNO

PDXRNO

Portland

Tue 10/14

7:35 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$79

PortlandReno

PDX - RNO

PDXRNO

Portland

Wed 8/27

7:10 am-3:20 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$84

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to South Lake Tahoe

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Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to South Lake Tahoe

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland to South Lake Tahoe?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2025.

Booking 41 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Portland to South Lake Tahoe. 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 South Lake Tahoe?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to South Lake Tahoe (average of $284). Flying from Portland to South Lake Tahoe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 SL9?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to South Lake Tahoe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 25, 2025.

When flying from Portland to South Lake Tahoe, 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 South Lake Tahoe?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to South Lake Tahoe. Price data was last updated on July 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to South Lake Tahoe flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Portland to South Lake Tahoe

Explore weekly flight availability from Portland to South Lake Tahoe. 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 25, 2025.

The most flights from PDX to SL9 are scheduled on a Thursday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Lake Tahoe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Lake Tahoe. 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 South Lake Tahoe. Reviews last updated July 25, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Portland to South Lake Tahoe, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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.

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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 Portland to South Lake Tahoe. 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 South Lake Tahoe?

    For a flight from Portland to South Lake Tahoe, you will be flying from Portland. Portland (PDX) is just 6.0 mi from the center of the city. Portland is the only Portland airport and it handles 7 outbound flights to South Lake Tahoe per day. 6 airlines have flights to South Lake Tahoe from Portland on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this Portland to South Lake Tahoe flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland to South Lake Tahoe one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $76 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $78 and United Airlines from $79 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Portland to South Lake Tahoe?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Portland to South Lake Tahoe on time: Horizon Air (90%), Alaska Airlines (87%), Hawaiian Airlines (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland to South Lake Tahoe?

    While on average a flight from Portland to South Lake Tahoe is generally $192, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $48. When looking at the most popular route, (Portland - Reno), you can expect to pay $137 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to South Lake Tahoe that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Portland to South Lake Tahoe?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Portland to South Lake Tahoe?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to South Lake Tahoe 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 South Lake Tahoe?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to South Lake Tahoe (average of $284). Flying from Portland to South Lake Tahoe in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 6 airlines flying from Portland to South Lake Tahoe

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Portland to South Lake Tahoe. 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$65Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$83Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$126Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$154Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$168Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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