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Cheapest round-trip
$147
Typical prices: $226-$341
Southwest
Mon 11/5Sat 11/10
PDX - LGB • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$74
Typical prices: $128-$219
Southwest
Mon 10/1
PDX - LGB • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
6 days a week
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 2h 23m
Direct flights
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When to book
22 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 56% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 26% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Cheapest • Avg $252 (round-trip)
Sacramento Intl (SMF)
Shortest trip • 4h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Portland to Long Beach (PDX-LGB)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to Long Beach

Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10
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9:00 am - 11:20 amPDX  Portland-LGB Long Beach Municipal
2h 20mnonstop
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10:50 am - 1:25 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-PDX Portland
2h 35mnonstop
$147Southwest
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23
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12:00 pm - 2:25 pmPDX  Portland-LGB Long Beach Municipal
2h 25mnonstop
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1:00 pm - 3:20 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-PDX Portland
2h 20mnonstop
$147Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
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10:25 am - 12:45 pmPDX  Portland-LGB Long Beach Municipal
2h 20mnonstop
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3:55 pm - 6:25 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-PDX Portland
2h 30mnonstop
$147Southwest
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14
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11:35 am - 2:00 pmPDX  Portland-LGB Long Beach Municipal
2h 25mnonstop
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1:25 pm - 3:40 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-PDX Portland
2h 15mnonstop
$147Southwest
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 3
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5:15 pm - 9:44 pmPDX  Portland-LGB Long Beach Municipal
4h 29m1 stop Salt Lake City
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4:50 pm - 10:18 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-PDX Portland
5h 28m1 stop Salt Lake City
$167Delta
Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6
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5:10 pm - 9:43 pmPDX  Portland-LGB Long Beach Municipal
4h 33m1 stop Salt Lake City
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4:50 pm - 11:47 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-PDX Portland
6h 57m1 stop Salt Lake City
$167Delta
Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 13
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5:40 am - 12:02 pmPDX  Portland-LGB Long Beach Municipal
6h 22m1 stop Salt Lake City
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4:50 pm - 11:47 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-PDX Portland
6h 57m1 stop Salt Lake City
$167Delta
Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29
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8:09 am - 2:10 pmPDX  Portland-LGB Long Beach Municipal
6h 01m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:02 am - 1:24 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-PDX Portland
6h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$247Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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8:09 am - 2:10 pmPDX  Portland-LGB Long Beach Municipal
6h 01m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:02 am - 1:24 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-PDX Portland
6h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$247Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
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8:09 am - 2:10 pmPDX  Portland-LGB Long Beach Municipal
6h 01m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:02 am - 1:24 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-PDX Portland
6h 22m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$247Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Portland to Long Beach flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Portland to Long Beach with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Portland to Long Beach start at $147. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $226 to $341. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $147 on Southwest.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Long Beach, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 16% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Long Beach?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Long Beach at $198 round-trip.
  • March ($548) and July ($329) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 176% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Portland to Long Beach the cheapest?

Flights from Portland to Long Beach are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 56% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Portland to Long Beach flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$74
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
Flight from Portland to Long Beach

When to book flights from Portland to Long Beach

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Portland to Long Beach based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Portland to Long Beach flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Portland to Long Beach flights?

    Among airlines operating Portland to Long Beach flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Portland to Long Beach?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Portland and Long Beach.

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

    Flights from Portland to Long Beach usually depart from Portland (PDX) and arrive at Long Beach Municipal (LGB).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Portland to Long Beach flights?

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

    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Portland to Long Beach.

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

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $244 round-trip and layover options via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) at $252.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 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 Portland to Long Beach?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

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

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

    • Sacramento Intl (SMF) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Oakland (OAK) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • San Jose (SJC) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Sacramento Intl (SMF) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Portland to Long Beach route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $258 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $313, a difference of $55. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Portland to Long Beach flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Long Beach?

    Some of the most popular sights in Long Beach are Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, Aquarium of the Pacific and Long Beach Cruise Terminal Dome. These are among the most viewed places in Long Beach on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Portland to Long Beach?

    A nonstop flight from Portland to Long Beach takes 2h 23m, covering 846 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Portland to Long Beach?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 9:00 am and lands at 11:23 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 pm and lands at 2:23 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 23m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Portland to Long Beach flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 94% above the route average of $268. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Portland to Long Beach?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Portland to Long Beach 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 $147 to $1,069. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Portland to Long Beach are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $92, which is 49% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Sacramento Intl (SMF) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 10m, compared with 4h 10m via San Jose (SJC) and 4h 31m via Oakland (OAK).

  • What car rental options are available at Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)?

    Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Budget
    · Alamo
    · Avis
    · Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Portland to Long Beach flight?

    Round-trip flights from Portland to Long Beach range from $226 to $341, with an average of $268 over the past 12 months. Anything below $226 counts as a good deal.

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

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Portland to Long Beach route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Portland to Long Beach flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $258 - about $55 less than Sunday (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 56% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Portland to Long Beach trip for January. Fares historically average $198 round-trip in that month - typically $350 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Long Beach Municipal Airport.
    - Residence Inn by Marriott Long Beach
    - Holiday Inn Long Beach Airport By IHG
    - Hampton Inn Long Beach Airport

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Portland to Long Beach Municipal

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Direct returns

Long Beach Municipal to Portland

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Portland to Long Beach

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Portland (PDX)
Long Beach (LGB)