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Cheapest round-trip
$231
Typical prices: $225-$379
Frontier
Mon 11/19Thu 11/22
ONT - PDX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$257
Typical prices: $223-$385
Alaska Airlines
Tue 2/6Fri 2/9
ONT - PDX • Non-stop
Advice from real travelers
Frontier Economy Bundle adds a carry-on and no change fees for budget value.
Alaska's baggage guarantee speeds claim; ONT security is usually quick.
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Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Alaska Airlines and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 27m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 50% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 28% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $210 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ontario to Portland (ONT-PDX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ontario to Portland

Thu, Dec 17 - Sun, Dec 20
Frontier Logo
6:20 am - 3:40 pmONT  Ontario-PDX Portland
9h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:04 pm - 6:15 amPDX  Portland-ONT Ontario
12h 11m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$231Frontier
Fri, Dec 4 - Wed, Dec 9
Southwest Logo
3:20 pm - 9:25 pmONT  Ontario-PDX Portland
6h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Sacramento Intl
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6:40 am - 12:50 pmPDX  Portland-ONT Ontario
6h 10m1 stop Sacramento Intl
$232Southwest
Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 13
Southwest Logo
3:20 pm - 9:30 pmONT  Ontario-PDX Portland
6h 10m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Sacramento Intl
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 12:25 pmPDX  Portland-ONT Ontario
6h 55m1 stop Sacramento Intl
$232Southwest
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
Frontier Logo
2:23 pm - 11:36 amONT  Ontario-PDX Portland
21h 13m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
12:31 pm - 11:16 amPDX  Portland-ONT Ontario
22h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$233Frontier
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26
American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 1:39 pmONT  Ontario-PDX Portland
7h 24m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:10 am - 12:14 pmPDX  Portland-ONT Ontario
7h 04m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$235American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
Delta Logo
5:56 pm - 11:36 pmONT  Ontario-PDX Portland
5h 40m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
5:45 am - 12:20 pmPDX  Portland-ONT Ontario
6h 35m1 stop Salt Lake City
$236Delta
Fri, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 1
Delta Logo
5:05 pm - 11:51 pmONT  Ontario-PDX Portland
6h 46m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
5:45 pm - 10:43 pmPDX  Portland-ONT Ontario
4h 58m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$237Delta
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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11:36 am - 5:50 pmONT  Ontario-PDX Portland
6h 14m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:29 pm - 12:05 amPDX  Portland-ONT Ontario
7h 36m1 stop Denver Intl
$254Multiple Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:10 am - 9:35 amONT  Ontario-PDX Portland
2h 25mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:42 am - 10:00 amPDX  Portland-ONT Ontario
2h 18mnonstop
$257Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 6
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:56 am - 1:20 pmONT  Ontario-PDX Portland
2h 24mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:42 am - 10:00 amPDX  Portland-ONT Ontario
2h 18mnonstop
$257Alaska Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Ontario to Portland flights

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

Round-trip flights from Ontario to Portland typically range from $225 to $379. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $231, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ontario to Portland. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Ontario to Portland?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Ontario to Portland at $217 round-trip.
•November ($350) and July ($340) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Ontario to Portland the cheapest?

Flights from Ontario to Portland are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 50% 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 Ontario to Portland

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

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.

Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson

Expert on ONT

Jennifer Simonson is driven by her lifelong commitment to exploring the globe. Her insatiable curiosity had led her to immerse herself into diverse locations like Oklahoma City and Pismo. Her hotel recommendations are the result of the myriad hotels she's stayed at across her travels. Along her journey, she cherishes engaging conversations with locals, indulging in the finest ice cream, trying her hand at surfing, and embarking on nature-filled hikes.

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 Ontario to Portland flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$83
Beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 26% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Ontario to Portland

When to book flights from Ontario to Portland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ontario 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 Ontario to Portland: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Ontario to Portland 
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Mar 2026
TSA security isn’t bad, sometimes gets crowded right before another flight goes out. Smaller airport but has many flight options.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Oct 2024
Portland is a big airport, give yourself time.

Your Ontario 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 Ontario to Portland?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 9:27 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:17 pm and lands at 8:44 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 27m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Ontario to Portland:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Ontario to Portland?

    A nonstop flight from Ontario to Portland takes 2h 27m, covering 839 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Ontario 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 Ontario to Portland flight?

    Round-trip flights from Ontario to Portland range from $225 to $379, with an average of $301 over the past 12 months. Anything below $225 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Ontario to Portland flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 39% above the $301 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $210 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $306 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $65–$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 Ontario to Portland?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Ontario to Portland flights, with 67% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Ontario to Portland changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $231 to $2,153. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Alaska Airlines is the only airline on the Ontario to Portland route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Ontario to Portland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $88, which is 58% 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 $23 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Payless

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

    Flights from Ontario to Portland usually depart from Ontario (ONT) and arrive at Portland (PDX).

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

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

    • San Francisco (SFO) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Sacramento Intl (SMF) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Ontario to Portland. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $277 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $347, a difference of $70.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Ontario to Portland?

    2 airlines operate flights between Ontario and Portland. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Alaska Airlines
    • Frontier

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

    Flying via Sacramento Intl (SMF) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 05m, compared with 4h 11m via San Jose (SJC) and 4h 21m 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 Ontario to Portland flights?

    Among airlines operating Ontario to Portland flights:

    • Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Frontier: 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 Ontario to Portland flights?

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

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

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

  • How can I fly from ONT to PDX?

    Alaska Airlines is one carrier that operates a non-stop flight between ONT and PDX. Frontier, United Airlines, Delta, and Alaska Airlines are carriers that travel from ONT to PDX with one stop. Layover cities include Seattle (SEA) and Las Vegas (LAS). Delta, American Airlines, United, and Alaska Airlines all operate flights from ONT to PDX with two stops.

  • Where can I park my car at ONT before my flight to PDX?

    You can pre-book your parking spot at ONT and save some money. The most affordable deal for parking long-term at ONT is Lot 5. It is not within walking distance to the terminals, but shuttles run to the terminals regularly.

  • Does ONT have animal relief areas?

    ONT provides animal relief areas both inside and outside the terminals. The pre-security pet relief areas can be found outside the far ends of the terminal buildings. The post-security areas can be found at Gate 210 in Terminal 2 and Gate 410 in Terminal 4. Each animal relief station provides drinking water for the animal, plastic bags, and a trash can so passengers can clean up after their four-legged friend.

  • Does ONT have a USO?

    The Bob Hope USO lounge at ONT proudly welcomes active-duty members of the US military and their families. This lounge is open from 6 am until 10 pm every day and is located in the Administration Building, which is across from Parking Lot F. There is a free shuttle service between the USO and Terminals 2 and 4. Some amenities of this lounge include a lounge for movies and TV shows, a library, an internet cafe, luggage storage, a game room, a family area, a canteen, a map room, an outdoor patio area, and travel assistance.

Your guide to booking Ontario 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $277, about $70 less than Monday fares (20% 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 50% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ontario to Portland trip for February. Fares historically average $217 round-trip in that month - typically $133 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $210 round-trip on this route - about $95 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
    • Holiday Inn Portland-Airport (I-205) By IHG
  • Ontario International Airport (ONT) is located in Ontario, California, in the United States. Do not confuse this airport by mistakenly thinking it is in Ontario, Canada—it is not. ONT serves as a hub for FedEx Express and UPS Airlines and a focus city for Amazon Air. Portland International Airport (PDX), located in Portland, Oregon, is a secondary hub for Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air.
  • If you want to wait for your plane at ONT in style and comfort, you can pay at the door to enter the Escape Lounge. This posh lounge has two locations in ONT, one in Terminal 2 and one in Terminal 4.
  • There are two Baby Care Facilities at ONT, where moms can breastfeed in private if they choose, pump, or change the baby's diaper. These rooms are located at Gate 207 in Terminal 2 and Gate 407 in Terminal 4.
  • On your way out of PDX, consider visiting the Hollywood Theater, located in Concourse C. This is a 22-seat theater that shows short films by Oregon filmmakers for free. Each film has a running time of 10 min or less.
  • If you are traveling with children who are antsy when they get off the plane from ONT, try taking them to one of two children's play areas at PDX. One of these indoor playgrounds is located Airside at Gate C17. The other is located Landside at the D/E Terminal junction.

Prefer to fly direct from Ontario to Portland?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Ontario Airport to Portland Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Ontario to Portland

Monday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Frontier

Alaska Airlines,Frontier

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Thursday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Friday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Saturday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Frontier

Alaska Airlines,Frontier

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Direct returns

Portland to Ontario

Monday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Frontier

Alaska Airlines,Frontier

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Thursday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Friday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Saturday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Frontier

Alaska Airlines,Frontier

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