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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.
Portland.R 1,002 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,002, select.
Portland.R 1,002 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,002, select.
Portland.R 1,054 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,054, select.
Portland.R 1,125 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,125, select.
Portland.R 1,125 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,125, select.
Portland.R 1,388 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Dec.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,388, select.
Portland.R 1,683 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Jan.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 27 Jan, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,683, select.
Portland.R 1,683 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,683, select.

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 September.
Sep
from R 1,002
Oct
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Nov
from R 1,125
Dec
from R 1,388
Jan
from R 1,683
Feb
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Mar
from R 2,678
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May
from R 2,477
Jun
from R 2,732
Jul
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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 foundR 1,002
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 29 mins
Most popular airlineAir Tahiti Nui
Average flights per week512

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 R 1,928. 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 29 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Portland.
Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines and LATAM Airlines fly direct from Los Angeles International to Portland.
As of September 2025, there are 512 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Portland.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Portland is usually September.
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 Saturday, 27 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 29 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.

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

  • Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Portland International Airport.

  • Los Angeles and Portland are in the same timezone, UTC-7.

  • Each week, there are 113 Los Angeles International Airport to Portland International Airport flights. If you'd like to take off early, opt for the 06:00 Alaska Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 21:37 with Alaska Airlines.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LAX to PDX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • You can travel nonstop to Portland, United States. Take off with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Portland International Airport:

  • American Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

  • Alaska Airlines is a leader in on-time performance for LAX to PDX flights, with 86.53% of its services arriving on schedule.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Portland International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between LAX and PDX:

    • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport

    • Sacramento International Airport

    • San Francisco International Airport

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

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Portland International Airport flight is R 1,002. A return fare is currently R 1,928. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Score cheap tickets from LAX to PDX by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Portland International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from LAX to PDX by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Portland International Airport.

Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • LAX's address is One World Way.

  • 81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of LAX.

  • Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Portland International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to LAX:

Arriving at Portland International Airport (PDX)

Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland

  • You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.

  • Portland International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Portland. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.

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

When to fly to Portland International Airport (PDX)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Portland International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Portland in May.

  • When booking 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 the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LAX to PDX in December. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited Portland, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey around 241 kilometres north to Seattle to check off its top sights. From Greyhound: Bus Station to LMN Architects and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Spokane is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 467 kilometres north-east of Portland. No trip is complete without dropping by Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.

Plan the rest of your trip from Los Angeles to Portland

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