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Los Angeles.$78 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 11, returning Sat, Sep 13.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from Portland on Thu, Sep 11, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from Los Angeles International on Sat, Sep 13, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From $78, select.
Los Angeles.$78 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 2, returning Thu, Oct 9.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from Portland on Thu, Oct 2, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from Los Angeles International on Thu, Oct 9, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From $78, select.
Los Angeles.$78 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 28, returning Thu, Sep 4.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from Portland on Thu, Aug 28, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from Los Angeles International on Thu, Sep 4, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From $78, select.
Los Angeles.$78 per passenger.Departing Thu, Aug 14, returning Thu, Aug 21.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from Portland on Thu, Aug 14, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from Los Angeles International on Thu, Aug 21, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From $78, select.
Los Angeles.$112 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 27, returning Wed, Oct 1.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines and Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Portland on Sat, Sep 27, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Oct 1, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From $112, select.
Los Angeles.$113 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jul 31, returning Sun, Aug 3.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Portland on Thu, Jul 31, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Sun, Aug 3, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From $113, select.
Los Angeles.$114 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 22, returning Wed, Jul 23.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from Portland on Tue, Jul 22, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Jul 23, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From $114, select.
Los Angeles.$126 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jul 28, returning Fri, Aug 1.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from Portland on Mon, Jul 28, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from Los Angeles International on Fri, Aug 1, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From $126, select.

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Portland to Los Angeles: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$78
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 30 mins
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Average flights per week880

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

  • Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 25 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Portland International Airport to Los Angeles.

  • Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Portland (the location of Portland International Airport).

  • With 92 weekly flights between the two airports, Portland International Airport (PDX) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from PDX to LAX is with Alaska Airlines at 21:34.

  • Allow plenty of time to get on your PDX to Los Angeles flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're traveling during a public holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.

  • Start your trip at PDX and travel nonstop to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Portland International Airport to Los Angeles tickets.

  • Choose from a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Portland International Airport to Los Angeles. Get on board with any of these:

  • Located around 10 kilometers from the center of Portland, PDX can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Portland International Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near PDX:

  • Portland International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from PDX touch down on schedule 83.65% of the time.

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

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

  • $39 is currently the best price for a one-way Portland International Airport to Los Angeles flight. Return flight tickets start at $78. These fares can change depending on availability.

  • Book one month before traveling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from PDX to Los Angeles.

  • May is the best month for landing an incredible deal on Portland International Airport to Los Angeles tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Finding a cheap flight from PDX to Los Angeles couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a cheaper option becomes available.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Portland International Airport to Los Angeles with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is around 32 kilometers from central Los Angeles. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.

  • Getting there on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.

  • Think about booking a hotel near LAX if you have a late flight from Portland International Airport to Los Angeles. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Grab a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and explore Los Angeles and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from PDX to Los Angeles.

  • LAX is located at One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • Central Los Angeles is about 32 kilometers from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Once your flight from Portland International Airport to Los Angeles has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 35 minutes.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city center in 1 hour 40 minutes or so.

  • After stepping off your PDX to Los Angeles flight, unwind at a hotel near VNY. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

  • The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Van Nuys Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Hertz and be on your way in a flash.

  • In general, the earlier you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Secure your ride from VNY the moment you know your dates.

Best time to go to Los Angeles

  • Plan your trip to Los Angeles in peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Portland International Airport to Los Angeles in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Portland International Airport to Los Angeles flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.

  • February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from PDX to Los Angeles around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Los Angeles

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Los Angeles right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Portland International Airport to Los Angeles:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. The Broad, Griffith Observatory and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are popular attractions which should feature on every Los Angeles itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • Los Angeles is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometers south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • Around 499 kilometers north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

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