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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Portland to Los Angeles:

• Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 08:29
• Latest: departs at 21:30 and lands at 23:59.

The flight takes about 2h 29m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Portland to Los Angeles.

A direct flight from Portland to Los Angeles takes 2h 29m, covering 2,160 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Portland to Los Angeles range from $283 to $502, with an average of $378 over the past 12 months. Anything below $283 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 40% above the $378 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $314 return via Salt Lake City (SLC), compared with $379 for direct.

Alaska Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Delta has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Portland to Los Angeles flights are:

• Alaska Airlines: 93% on time
• Delta: 93% on time
• American Airlines: 88% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 92% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$142 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Portland to Los Angeles flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, Evening flights for 25%, and Night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $277 to $1,590. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Portland to Los Angeles flights:

• Alaska Airlines
• Delta
• American Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Portland to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $170, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $69 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Alamo
• Dollar

Flights from Portland to Los Angeles usually depart from Portland (PDX) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Portland to Los Angeles route, 8% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 17m.

One-stop flights from Portland to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

• San Francisco (SFO) – 38% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 16% of one-stop connections
• Sacramento Intl (SMF) – 16% of one-stop connections
• Oakland (OAK) – 13% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Portland to Los Angeles. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $351 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $436, a difference of $85.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

4 airlines operate flights between Portland and Los Angeles. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Alaska Airlines
• Delta
• American Airlines
• Frontier

Flying via San Jose (SJC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 3h 44m, compared to 3h 55m via Sacramento Intl (SMF) and 4h 19m via Oakland (OAK).

Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Dodger Stadium, and Los Angeles Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Portland to Los Angeles flights:

• Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Frontier: offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Need to grab a bite to eat before embarking on your flight to Los Angeles? Portland International Airport is a bit of a foodie paradise, as far as airports go, with dining options like Blue Star Donuts pre-security and Kenny & Zuke’s Delicatessen and Market post-security in the South Lobby. Other standout options include the Country Cat in the North Lobby and Deschutes Brewery for those who want to test out one of the local homebrews.

Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines all offer direct nonstop flights from Portland to Los Angeles. In addition, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines offer one-stop flights to Los Angeles with layovers in cities such as San Francisco or Las Vegas.

FlyAway Shuttle service is the quickest way to get there - besides renting or driving a vehicle. FlyAway offers connections throughout Los Angeles from downtown to Hollywood and Long Beach.

Portland International Airport’s Conference Center is the go-to spot for business travelers. There, you can rent meeting spaces, private workspaces, and even certain equipment. You can also print, fax, or copy any materials you may need right in the center. The Conference Center is located above the Oregon Market on the mezzanine level of the main terminal.