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$46+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to Big Bear Lake, CA

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PDX — LAX
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Wed 4/9
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to Big Bear Lake are usually found in January or February, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to Big Bear Lake

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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$103
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One-way from

$48
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$257
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Cheapest flights from Portland to Big Bear Lake
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Big Bear Lake. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/212:32 pmPDX - LAX
1 stop5h 27mSpirit Airlines
Thu 4/2410:23 amLAX - PDX
1 stop7h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$99
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/232:32 pmPDX - LAX
1 stop7h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/273:12 pmLAX - PDX
Nonstop2h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$113
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/59:40 amPDX - LAX
Nonstop2h 28mFrontier
Tue 4/86:30 amLAX - PDX
Nonstop2h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/26$118
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Wed 4/2310:08 amPDX - LAX
Nonstop2h 19mDelta
Mon 4/286:45 amLAX - PDX
Nonstop2h 23mDelta
Deal found 3/26$177
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/199:30 pmPDX - LAX
Nonstop2h 29mAlaska Airlines
Sat 6/217:00 amLAX - PDX
Nonstop2h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$179
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Thu 5/222:52 pmPDX - LAX
Nonstop2h 26mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 5/267:00 amLAX - PDX
Nonstop2h 28mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/27$212

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Big Bear Lake that are best for you.

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Big Bear Lake

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PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Mon 4/21

2:32 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/24

10:23 am-6:05 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$99

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Wed 4/23

2:32 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Los Angeles

Sun 4/27

3:12 pm-5:51 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

$113

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Tue 4/15

7:21 am-9:49 am

Nonstop2h 28m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/16

6:30 am-9:09 am

Nonstop2h 39m

$118

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Wed 4/23

5:39 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/30

10:55 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$177

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Tue 5/6

1:00 pm-3:21 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/18

9:40 am-12:04 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$178

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Thu 6/19

9:30 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

Los Angeles

Sat 6/21

7:00 am-9:23 am

Nonstop2h 23m

$179

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Sat 5/10

5:10 am-1:05 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/15

4:00 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$209

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Tue 4/29

2:32 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$46

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Tue 4/8

7:21 am-9:49 am

Nonstop2h 28m

$59

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Wed 5/21

9:30 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

$87

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Big Bear Lake

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to Big Bear Lake

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland to Big Bear Lake?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Big Bear Lake. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Portland to Big Bear Lake is 57 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland to Big Bear Lake?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Big Bear Lake (average of $246). Flying from Portland to Big Bear Lake in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PDX to BB9?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to Big Bear Lake. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Portland to Big Bear Lake as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland to Big Bear Lake?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Big Bear Lake. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to Big Bear Lake flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Portland to Big Bear Lake

Explore weekly flight availability from Portland to Big Bear Lake. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

The most flights from PDX to BB9 are scheduled on a Thursday (74 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 on average).

Rainfall in Big Bear Lake by month

Plan your trip to Big Bear Lake by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Big Bear Lake ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Big Bear Lake when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Big Bear Lake by month

Plan your trip to Big Bear Lake by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Big Bear Lake, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Big Bear Lake

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Big Bear Lake. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Big Bear Lake. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Portland to Big Bear Lake, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,336 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Portland to Big Bear Lake. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Portland to Big Bear Lake?

    For a flight from Portland to Big Bear Lake, you will be flying from Portland. Portland (PDX) is just 6.0 mi from the center of the city. Portland is the only Portland airport and it handles 47 outbound flights to Big Bear Lake per day. 9 airlines have flights to Big Bear Lake from Portland on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this Portland to Big Bear Lake flight route?

    This flight path from Portland to Big Bear Lake was viewed by 233 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland to Big Bear Lake one-way?

    $48 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Delta, with prices starting from $59 and $89, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Portland to Big Bear Lake?

    Before booking your flight to Big Bear Lake from Portland, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: ITA Airways (100%), China Eastern (98%), EL AL( 96%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland to Big Bear Lake?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Portland to Big Bear Lake? While on average our users pay $1,758, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $44. The most popular route (Portland - Los Angeles), is priced around $98.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to Big Bear Lake that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Portland to Big Bear Lake flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Portland to Big Bear Lake?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Portland to Big Bear Lake.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Portland to Big Bear Lake?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to Big Bear Lake by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland to Big Bear Lake?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Big Bear Lake (average of $246). Flying from Portland to Big Bear Lake in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Portland to Big Bear Lake

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Portland to Big Bear Lake. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$47Average$121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$54Average$125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$88Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$137Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$146Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$147Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$171Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$188Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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