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$36+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to California

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PDX — LAX
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) to California (USCA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1711:39 amPDX - LAS
Nonstop2h 15mFrontier
Wed 12/184:10 pmLAS - PDX
Nonstop2h 29mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$59
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/107:16 pmPDX - LAS
Nonstop2h 13mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/137:16 amLAS - PDX
Nonstop2h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$62
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Mon 12/96:46 amPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 58mFrontier
Thu 12/129:54 pmSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 47mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$65
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/118:00 amPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/159:58 pmSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$73
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sat 12/77:16 pmPDX - LAS
Nonstop2h 13mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/116:00 pmLAS - PDX
Nonstop2h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$74
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Fri 12/610:37 amPDX - ONT
Nonstop2h 20mFrontier
Mon 12/98:04 amONT - PDX
Nonstop2h 21mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$88
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/174:44 pmPDX - LAX
Nonstop2h 25mFrontier
Wed 12/188:21 amLAX - PDX
1 stop8h 22mFrontier
Deal found 11/21$88
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 12/109:08 amPDX - LAX
1 stop11h 22mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/179:25 amLAX - PDX
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$93
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/118:00 amPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 51mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/179:00 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$97
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Tue 12/107:16 pmPDX - SJC
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/122:28 pmSJC - PDX
1 stop20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$104
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Mon 12/95:00 amPDX - SJC
1 stop4h 35mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/133:35 pmSJC - PDX
1 stop5h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$107
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Wed 12/119:08 amPDX - LAX
1 stop12h 29mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/129:47 pmLAX - PDX
1 stop11h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/21$109

Find flights from Portland to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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PortlandLas Vegas

PDX - LAS

PDXLAS

Portland

Tue 12/17

11:39 am-1:54 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 12/18

4:10 pm-6:39 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$59

PortlandLas Vegas

PDX - LAS

PDXLAS

Portland

Tue 12/10

7:16 pm-9:29 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 12/13

7:16 am-9:47 am

Nonstop2h 31m

$62

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Mon 12/9

6:46 am-8:44 am

Nonstop1h 58m

San Francisco

Thu 12/12

9:54 pm-11:41 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$65

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Wed 12/11

8:00 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 51m

San Francisco

Sun 12/15

9:58 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$73

PortlandLas Vegas

PDX - LAS

PDXLAS

Portland

Sat 12/7

7:16 pm-9:29 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 12/11

6:00 pm-8:28 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

$74

PortlandOntario

PDX - ONT

PDXONT

Portland

Fri 12/6

10:37 am-12:57 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Ontario

Mon 12/9

8:04 am-10:25 am

Nonstop2h 21m

$88

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Tue 12/17

4:44 pm-7:09 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/18

8:21 am-4:43 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$88

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Sun 2/23

7:16 pm-9:06 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 2/26

9:00 am-10:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$97

PortlandSan Jose

PDX - SJC

PDXSJC

Portland

Thu 1/16

10:16 am-2:40 pm

1 stop4h 24m

San Jose

Tue 1/21

11:19 am-8:46 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$100

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Fri 1/24

5:04 pm-7:28 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/29

9:08 am-8:46 pm

1 stop11h 38m

$101

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to California

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Travel insights for flights from Portland to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Portland to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland to California?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to California (average of $240). Flying from Portland to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

When flying from Portland to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Portland to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Portland to California. 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from PDX to USCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (65 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California 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 California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, 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 California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Delta and Frontier from Portland to California have to say. 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
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,810 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Portland to California. 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 California?

    If you book a flight to California from Portland, you will be flying from Portland, which is the city’s only airport. Portland (PDX) is located 6.0 mi from the center of Portland.

  • How popular is this Portland to California flight route?

    This flight path from Portland to California was viewed by 206 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 California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $36. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Portland to California for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Portland to California?

    Most travelers choose Portland - Los Angeles, Portland - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl or Portland - Ontario when deciding on the best route from Portland to California.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Portland to California?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Portland to California consider choosing Scandinavian Airlines (99%), China Eastern (98%) or Horizon Air (98%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Portland to California? While on average our users pay $717, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $59. The most popular route (Portland - Los Angeles), is priced around $57.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to California that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Portland to California?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Portland to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to California 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 California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to California (average of $240). Flying from Portland to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 7 airlines flying from Portland to California

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Portland to California. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$19Average$107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$49Average$128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$88Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$118Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$119Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$136Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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