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$93+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME to Los Angeles (PWM - LAX)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — LAX
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
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The best prices from Portland to Los Angeles are usually found in January or October, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PWM) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 January 16, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$271
(JetBlue)

One-way from

$135
(Frontier)

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March

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January

Average price

$328
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Cheapest flights from Portland to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/305:50 pmPWM - LAX
1 stop8h 24mJetBlue
Sun 5/48:25 pmLAX - PWM
1 stop10h 02mJetBlue
Deal found 1/15$271
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/19:29 pmPWM - LAX
1 stop23h 19mFrontier
Fri 5/94:59 pmLAX - PWM
1 stop24h 30mFrontier
Deal found 1/16$276
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/66:00 amPWM - LAX
1 stop8h 32mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/88:45 amLAX - PWM
1 stop10h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/196:00 amPWM - LAX
2 stops14h 22mDelta
Wed 2/266:00 amLAX - PWM
1 stop7h 03mDelta
Deal found 1/15$312
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/127:10 amPWM - LAX
1 stop10h 10mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/1812:55 amLAX - PWM
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/14$333
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/76:18 pmPWM - LAX
3 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/106:00 amLAX - PWM
3 stops27h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$428
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/61:00 pmPWM - LAX
2 stops11h 35mSouthwest
Tue 3/118:15 amLAX - PWM
2 stops11h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 1/16$458

Find flights from Portland to Los Angeles within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to Los Angeles 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

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PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Wed 4/9

6:10 am-1:13 pm

1 stop10h 03m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/14

8:55 am-11:00 pm

1 stop11h 05m

$271

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Thu 5/1

9:29 pm-5:48 pm

1 stop23h 19m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/9

4:59 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$276

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Thu 3/6

3:55 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop11h 01m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/11

7:30 am-6:39 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$307

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Wed 2/19

4:46 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop9h 09m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/24

10:30 pm-2:22 pm

2 stops12h 52m

$312

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Mon 3/3

2:29 pm-11:07 pm

2 stops11h 38m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/5

12:37 am-12:30 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$338

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Thu 5/1

3:14 pm-12:24 pm

3 stops24h 10m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/9

6:17 pm-5:38 pm

2 stops20h 21m

$452

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Thu 3/6

1:00 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops11h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/11

8:15 am-11:00 pm

2 stops11h 45m

$458

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Thu 5/1

9:29 pm-5:48 pm

1 stop23h 19m

$93

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Tue 4/1

6:10 am-1:13 pm

1 stop10h 03m

$136

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Tue 2/18

7:15 pm-1:20 am

1 stop9h 05m

$154

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Portland to Los Angeles in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Portland, Maine-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Portland, Maine-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland, Maine-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland, Maine-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Portland, Maine-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Portland to Los Angeles

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Travel insights for flights from Portland to Los Angeles

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 PWM to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

When flying from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 23% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland, Maine to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

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

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

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated January 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, American Airlines and Southwest from Portland to Los Angeles to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,199 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Flying on JetBlue is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at $271. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $276 and $307, respectively. JetBlue is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $135. Users have also found prices from $136 and $154 on JetBlue and Delta, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Portland to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to Los Angeles 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, Maine to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 5 airlines flying from Portland to Los Angeles

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Portland to Los Angeles. 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 January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$257Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$279Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$314Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$428Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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