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Cheapest round-trip
$195
Typical prices: $204-$363
Frontier
Sun 11/18Fri 11/23
LAX - PDX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$196
Typical prices: $205-$364
Frontier
Tue 11/13Fri 11/16
LAX - PDX • Non-stop
Advice from real travelers
Alaska Premium Class adds legroom; Frontier Premium Bundle adds boarding perks.
Delta offers free Wi-Fi; use Frontier app check-in to avoid airport fees.
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Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Alaska Airlines, Delta and others. Average duration is 2h 30m.
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 92% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 29% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $153 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Portland (LAX-PDX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Portland

Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
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5:15 pm - 11:36 amLAX  Los Angeles-PDX Portland
18h 21m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:31 pm - 7:48 amPDX  Portland-LAX Los Angeles
18h 17m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$195Frontier
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
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7:39 am - 10:11 amLAX  Los Angeles-PDX Portland
2h 32mnonstop
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11:06 am - 1:36 pmPDX  Portland-LAX Los Angeles
2h 30mnonstop
$196Frontier
Sat, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 8
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2:23 pm - 8:47 pmLAX  Los Angeles-PDX Portland
6h 24m1 stop San Francisco
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11:06 am - 1:36 pmPDX  Portland-LAX Los Angeles
2h 30mnonstop
$202Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 13
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2:23 pm - 8:47 pmLAX  Los Angeles-PDX Portland
6h 24m1 stop San Francisco
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11:06 am - 1:36 pmPDX  Portland-LAX Los Angeles
2h 30mnonstop
$202Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 23
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:31 pm - 8:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-PDX Portland
7h 19m1 stop San Francisco
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10:59 am - 5:34 pmPDX  Portland-LAX Los Angeles
6h 35m1 stop San Francisco
$210Alaska Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 18
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9:00 am - 1:30 pmLAX  Los Angeles-PDX Portland
4h 30m1 stop San Francisco
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2:50 pm - 8:48 pmPDX  Portland-LAX Los Angeles
5h 58m1 stop San Francisco
$211Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
Delta Logo
1:45 pm - 4:13 pmLAX  Los Angeles-PDX Portland
2h 28mnonstop
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2:00 pm - 4:22 pmPDX  Portland-LAX Los Angeles
2h 22mnonstop
$227Delta
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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6:30 pm - 8:56 pmLAX  Los Angeles-PDX Portland
2h 26mnonstop
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5:29 pm - 7:47 pmPDX  Portland-LAX Los Angeles
2h 18mnonstop
$227Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
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6:30 pm - 9:03 pmLAX  Los Angeles-PDX Portland
2h 33mnonstop
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6:51 am - 9:38 amPDX  Portland-LAX Los Angeles
2h 47mnonstop
$227American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9
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9:29 pm - 12:01 amLAX  Los Angeles-PDX Portland
2h 32mnonstop
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6:51 am - 9:38 amPDX  Portland-LAX Los Angeles
2h 47mnonstop
$247American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles to Portland flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Portland?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Portland typically range from $204 to $363. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $195, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Portland?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Portland. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Portland?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Portland at $196 round-trip.
•June ($318) and August ($317) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Los Angeles to Portland the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Portland are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles to Portland

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier, Delta and LAX

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on PDX

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Key details for Los Angeles to Portland flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$116
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Portland

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Portland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Portland based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Los Angeles to Portland: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Los Angeles to Portland 
VirginiaFlew with Alaska Airlines-Dec 2025
I get a little motion sickness even in a car and wasn’t sure if i needed for flight, lesson learned. so Even if you have a little bit of motion sickness, take your medicine before flight…
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Nov 2024
Leaver for the airport sooner especially during the holidays.

Your Los Angeles to Portland flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Los Angeles to Portland?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Portland:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 8:30 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:29 pm and lands at 11:59 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 30m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Portland?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Portland:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Portland?

    A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Portland takes 2h 30m, covering 834 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Portland?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Portland flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Portland range from $204 to $363, with an average of $277 over the past 12 months. Anything below $204 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Portland flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 33% above the $277 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Los Angeles to Portland?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $153 round-trip via San Jose (SJC), compared to $278 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Los Angeles to Portland?

    Alaska Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Frontier has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Los Angeles to Portland flights are:

    • Alaska Airlines: 92% on time
    • Frontier: 91% on time
    • Delta: 89% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 89% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Los Angeles to Portland?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Los Angeles to Portland?

    The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Los Angeles to Portland spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Portland flights, with 47% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 23%, evening flights for 23%, and night flights for 7%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Portland flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Portland flights:

    • Alaska Airlines
    • Delta
    • American Airlines

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Portland looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Portland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $122, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Portland Airport (PDX)?

    Portland Airport (PDX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Payless

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Portland?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Portland usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Portland (PDX).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Los Angeles to Portland?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Los Angeles to Portland?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to Portland route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 14m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Portland pass through?

    One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Portland most commonly connect through:

    • San Francisco (SFO) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Oakland (OAK) - 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Portland?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Los Angeles to Portland. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $256 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $305, a difference of $49.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Los Angeles to Portland?

    4 airlines operate flights between Los Angeles and Portland. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Alaska Airlines
    • Delta
    • American Airlines
    • Frontier

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Los Angeles to Portland?

    Flying via Medford (MFR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 44m, compared with 3h 50m via San Jose (SJC) and 4h 28m via Oakland (OAK).

  • What popular places can I visit in Portland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Portland are Oregon Convention Center, Moda Center and Tom McCall Waterfront Park. These are among the most viewed places in Portland on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Los Angeles to Portland flights?

    Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Portland flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Los Angeles to Portland flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • What are the options to get to LAX from Los Angeles?

    Getting to LAX is easy with the LAX FlyAway Bus. This service runs seven days a week from designated bus stops around the city, including Van Nuys and LA Union Station and travels directly to the airport. Tickets can be easily purchased online or on the bus with a credit or debit card.

  • How can I keep the kids entertained at LAX?

    The LAX Beach children’s play area in the Great Hall of Terminal B is a safe place for kids to jump around and burn off energy before a flight.

  • Does PDX offer accessible services?

    Yes, PDX offers accessible services for disabled travelers. Amenities include TTY telephones, accessible washrooms and visual paging. Reserved parking spaces are available in the short-term car park next to the lifts and near bus shelters in the long-term car parks. Special assistance and wheelchairs can be arranged through the airline before travel.

  • Where can I relax at Portland International Airport (PDX) ?

    Travelers can relax in one of the airport lounges at PDX. There are four airline lounges at PDX: Alaska Lounge, Delta Sky Club, Escape Lounge and United Club Lounge.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Portland flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $256, about $49 less than Sunday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Portland trip for January. Fares historically average $196 round-trip in that month - typically $122 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Alaska Airlines. Over the past three months, 92% of Alaska Airlines flights from Los Angeles to Portland arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 89%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 14m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through San Jose Airport (SJC) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $153 round-trip on this route - about $124 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Portland Airport.

    • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portland Air, OR
    • Radisson Hotel Portland Airport
    • Red Lion Hotel Portland Airport
  • If you're flying from Los Angeles to Portland, you'll depart from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and arrive at Portland International Airport in Oregon.
  • For cheaper long-term parking at LAX, use LAX Budget Parking. Once you park, shuttles are available to take you to the airport.
  • If your children need to burn off some energy after your flight, head to one of PDX's play areas. You'll find Play Area E in Concourse E and another play area in Concourse C on Level 2.
  • If you're flying Alaska Airlines from Los Angeles for business, you can wait in the Alaska Lounge in Terminal 6, subject to Alaska Airlines' lounge-access rules. It offers complimentary drinks and snacks. Members can also use one of the three American Airlines Admirals Clubs at LAX for complimentary Wi-Fi. The Terminal 4 club also has showers and a conference room.

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Direct departures

Los Angeles to Portland

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Portland to Los Angeles

Monday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

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