Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Portland

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Flight deals from Los Angeles International to Portland

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International to Portland? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Portland

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Portland flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Los Angeles International to Portland

Los Angeles International to Portland: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Los Angeles International to Portland below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Portland.

Los Angeles to Portland: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$126
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week562

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Portland: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Portland is $126. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Portland.
Alaska Airlines, Air Tahiti Nui and Hawaiian Airlines fly direct from Los Angeles International to Portland.
As of April 2025, there are 562 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Portland.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Portland is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Portland Airport on Friday, 2 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 28 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Portland but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Portland is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Portland.

Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Portland International Airport (PDX): what you need to know

  • On average, direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Portland International Airport take 2 hours 29 minutes. Portland and Los Angeles share the same timezone (UTC-7), so you won't need to change your watch once you land.

  • Flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Portland International Airport start at 06:00 — the first with Alaska Airlines. The latest flight is the 21:37 option with Alaska Airlines. Overall, there are 113 weekly services from LAX to PDX.

  • Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • To break up your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Portland International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the LAX - PDX route are:

    • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport

    • San Francisco International Airport

    • Sacramento International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Portland International Airport (PDX)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Portland International Airport is $64. The cheapest price for a return flight is $126. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from LAX to PDX, reserve your trip 10 months ahead of the departure date.

  • Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Portland International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from LAX to PDX is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Portland International Airport. Simply enter your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Travelling from central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport takes around 54 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near LAX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Portland International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Portland International Airport (PDX)

Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland

  • Portland International Airport to central Portland takes around 19 minutes in a car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.

When to fly to Portland International Airport (PDX)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Portland International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Portland in May.

  • Before locking in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Portland International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Portland, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 31ºC.

  • December has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from LAX to PDX sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

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Complete your Portland trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've got your cheap ticket to Portland International Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Portland.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.