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$49+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to San Clemente, CA

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The best prices from Portland to San Clemente are usually found in January or October, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to San Clemente

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) to San Clemente (CL3). 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 23, 2025.

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$72
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$49
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$171
From Portland to San Clemente
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Cheapest flights from Portland to San Clemente
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to San Clemente. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 23, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
Sat 2/229:00 amPDX - LAX
1 stop6h 59mFrontier
Tue 2/252:33 pmLAX - PDX
Nonstop2h 36mFrontier
Deal found 1/22$72
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Sat 3/15:59 pmPDX - LAX
Nonstop2h 24mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/59:00 amLAX - PDX
1 stop4h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$75
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Wed 2/1910:16 amPDX - LAX
1 stop12h 19mSpirit Airlines
Sat 3/86:00 amLAX - PDX
1 stop7h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/23$86
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Tue 2/182:45 pmPDX - LAX
Nonstop2h 27mAlaska Airlines
Tue 2/187:15 pmLAX - PDX
1 stop13h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/22$147
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Wed 2/199:45 amPDX - LAX
Nonstop2h 20mDelta
Sat 3/86:15 amLAX - PDX
Nonstop2h 32mDelta
Deal found 1/23$157
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Mon 3/35:00 amPDX - LAX
2 stops7h 40mSouthwest
Thu 3/66:25 amLAX - PDX
1 stop3h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 1/22$198
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Sat 2/86:00 amPDX - LAX
Nonstop2h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/912:30 pmLAX - PDX
Nonstop2h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/22$210

Find flights from Portland to San Clemente within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to San Clemente 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 23, 2025.

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PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Sat 2/22

9:00 am-3:59 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/25

2:33 pm-5:09 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

$72

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Sat 3/1

5:59 pm-8:23 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/5

9:00 am-1:38 pm

1 stop4h 38m

$75

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Wed 2/19

10:16 am-10:35 pm

1 stop12h 19m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/8

6:00 am-1:38 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$86

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Tue 2/18

2:45 pm-5:12 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/18

7:15 pm-8:24 am

1 stop13h 09m

$147

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Wed 2/19

9:45 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/8

6:15 am-8:47 am

Nonstop2h 32m

$157

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Mon 3/3

5:00 am-12:40 pm

2 stops7h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/6

6:25 am-10:15 am

1 stop3h 50m

$198

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Sat 2/8

6:00 am-8:36 am

Nonstop2h 36m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/9

8:10 pm-10:44 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

$210

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Sat 4/12

9:40 am-12:08 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

$49

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Tue 4/1

11:15 am-3:50 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$53

PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

Tue 2/25

9:45 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$79

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to San Clemente

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Travel insights for flights from Portland to San Clemente

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland to San Clemente?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to San Clemente. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Portland to San Clemente. 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 to San Clemente?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to San Clemente (average of $246). Flying from Portland to San Clemente 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 PDX to CL3?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to San Clemente. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 23, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland to San Clemente?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Portland to San Clemente

Explore weekly flight availability from Portland to San Clemente. 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 January 23, 2025.

The most flights from PDX to CL3 are scheduled on a Thursday (86 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (26 on average).

Rainfall in San Clemente by month

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

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

Temperature in San Clemente by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Clemente, 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 San Clemente

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Clemente. 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 San Clemente. Reviews last updated January 23, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Portland to San Clemente. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,704 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,512 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,975 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

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 San Clemente. 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 San Clemente?

    Most people fly from Portland (PDX) if they book a flight from Portland to San Clemente. On average, Portland has 59 outbound flights to San Clemente per day from 8 airlines. Portland is conveniently located just 6.0 mi from Portland’s city center.

  • How popular is this Portland to San Clemente flight route?

    Flights from Portland to San Clemente have been viewed 207 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland to San Clemente one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Portland to San Clemente are Frontier ($49), Spirit Airlines ($53), and Delta ($79).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Portland to San Clemente?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Portland to San Clemente consider choosing Horizon Air (100%), Japan Airlines (98%) or EL AL (96%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland to San Clemente?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Portland to San Clemente? While on average our users pay $694, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $45. The most popular route (Portland - Los Angeles), is priced around $73.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Portland to San Clemente?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to San Clemente 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 San Clemente?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to San Clemente (average of $246). Flying from Portland to San Clemente 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 7 airlines flying from Portland to San Clemente

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Portland to San Clemente. 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 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$24Average$116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$56Average$131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$138Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$140Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$153Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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