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)
If you have a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Portland International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near 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.
More about Portland
Once you've booked your flights from LAX to PDX, you'll want to find a hotel in Portland. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:
Pioneer Courthouse Square and Portland Japanese Garden are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Portland travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Pittock Mansion.
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.