What airlines fly to California?

JetBlue, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Portland, Maine according to our data. JetBlue is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Portland to California?

Delta, American Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Portland to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Portland Airport to California?

Prices for flights from Portland Airport to California are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Portland Airport to California?

The number of operators available for flights from Portland Airport to California is 5 as of June 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Portland Airport to California?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Portland Airport to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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2:40 pm - 7:28 pm

PWM

LAS

7h 48m

1 stop

11:59 pm - 12:21 pm

LAS

PWM

9h 22m

1 stop

$266JetBlue

Wed, Aug 26 - Sat, Aug 29

7:22 am - 3:16 pm

PWM

LAX

10h 54m

1 stop

11:08 am - 10:00 pm

LAX

PWM

7h 52m

1 stop

$285American Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Sat, Aug 29

4:50 pm - 11:30 pm

PWM

RNO

9h 40m

2 stops

7:05 am - 11:59 pm

RNO

PWM

13h 54m

2 stops

$307Delta

Wed, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 16

5:10 am - 12:50 pm

PWM

SFO

10h 40m

2 stops

9:25 pm - 9:55 am

SFO

PWM

9h 30m

1 stop

$310Southwest

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 10

2:14 pm - 9:52 pm

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ONT

10h 38m

1 stop

12:00 pm - 11:13 pm

ONT

PWM

8h 13m

1 stop

$314Delta

Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 26

5:10 am - 12:50 pm

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SFO

10h 40m

2 stops

7:15 pm - 9:55 am

SFO

PWM

11h 40m

2 stops

$315Southwest

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6:05 pm - 9:30 pm

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LAX

6h 25mnonstop

8:15 am - 4:59 pm

LAX

PWM

5h 44mnonstop

$349United Airlines

Sat, Jun 27 - Sat, Jul 4

7:00 am - 10:44 pm

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LAS

18h 44m

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PWM

9h 45m

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$360Multiple Airlines

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8:00 am - 5:58 pm

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LAX

36h 58m

2 stops

11:03 pm - 10:27 am

LAX

PWM

32h 24m

1 stop

$373Multiple Airlines

Tue, Aug 4 - Mon, Aug 24

3:37 pm - 10:00 pm

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SMF

9h 23m

1 stop

9:20 am - 9:23 pm

SMF

PWM

9h 03m

1 stop

$389United Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

American Airlines flights from Portland, Maine to California

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American Airlines

Aug 22

PWM7:22 amPortland

10h 54m

1 stop

LAX3:16 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Aug 29

LAX11:08 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

7h 52m

1 stop

PWM10:00 pmPortland

$285

American Airlines

Sep 2

PWM5:30 amPortland

9h 02m

1 stop

SFO11:32 amSan Francisco

Sep 16

SFO6:00 amSan Francisco

7h 54m

1 stop

PWM4:54 pmPortland

$305

American Airlines

Aug 26

PWM7:22 amPortland

7h 56m

1 stop

LAS12:18 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Aug 29

LAS11:57 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8h 41m

1 stop

PWM11:38 amPortland

$309

United Airlines flights from Portland, Maine to California

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United Airlines

Jun 27

PWM6:05 pmPortland

6h 25m

LAX9:30 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles

Jul 4

LAX8:15 amLos Angeles Los Angeles

5h 44m

PWM4:59 pmPortland

$349

United Airlines

Sep 6

PWM7:30 amPortland

6h 35m

SFO11:05 amSan Francisco

Sep 20

SFO9:30 pmSan Francisco

9h 34m

1 stop

PWM10:04 amPortland

$359

United Airlines

Jul 2

PWM6:00 amPortland

8h 38m

1 stop

SFO11:38 amSan Francisco

Jul 8

SFO9:15 pmSan Francisco

8h 56m

1 stop

PWM9:11 amPortland

$374

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Wed 8/26

2:40 pm-7:28 pm

1 stop7h 48m

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Sat 8/29

11:59 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$266

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Portland

Sat 8/22

7:22 am-3:16 pm

1 stop10h 54m

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Sat 8/29

11:08 am-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$285

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PWM - RNO

PWMRNO

Portland

Wed 9/9

4:50 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Reno

Wed 9/16

7:05 am-11:59 pm

2 stops13h 54m

$307

PortlandSan Francisco

PWM - SFO

PWMSFO

Portland

Tue 11/10

5:10 am-12:50 pm

2 stops10h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 11/10

9:25 pm-9:55 am

1 stop9h 30m

$310

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Portland

Thu 8/20

2:14 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop10h 38m

Ontario

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12:00 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$314

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Portland

Tue 11/10

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2 stops10h 40m

San Francisco

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7:15 pm-9:55 am

2 stops11h 40m

$315

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PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Sat 6/27

6:05 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop6h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 7/4

8:15 am-4:59 pm

Nonstop5h 44m

$349

PortlandLas Vegas

PWM - LAS

PWMLAS

Portland

Mon 7/27

7:00 am-10:44 pm

1 stop18h 44m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 7/31

9:42 pm-10:27 am

1 stop9h 45m

$360

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PWM - LAX

PWMLAX

Portland

Tue 8/4

8:00 am-5:58 pm

2 stops36h 58m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 8/24

11:03 pm-10:27 am

1 stop32h 24m

$373

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PWM - SMF

PWMSMF

Portland

Wed 9/16

3:37 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop9h 23m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/23

9:20 am-9:23 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$389

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Portland, Maine to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of August is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Portland, Maine averaging around $148.

What is the cheapest Portland to California flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Portland, Maine to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Portland, Maine when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $411 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Portland, Maine for as low as $312 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Portland, Maine to California flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Portland, Maine to California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Portland, Maine to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a Portland, Maine to California flight.

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Fastest flight time	6h 25m
Direct flights	Mon and Sun
Airports in California	418 airports

The fastest flight from Portland, Maine to California takes 6h 25m

Direct flights go from Portland, Maine to California on Monday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There are 418 airports in California. From Portland, Maine there are direct flights to Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Portland, Maine to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Portland Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Portland Airport to California are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Portland Airport to California?
The number of operators available for flights from Portland Airport to California is 5 as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Portland Airport to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Portland Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Portland, Maine to California?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Portland, Maine to California is Boeing 737 MAX 8 (100.00% of total bookings).

Best airlines flying from Portland, Maine to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
JetBlue	PriceFrom $164	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 2,982 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $221	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,645 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $268	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,778 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $272	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,254 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Delta	PriceFrom $276	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,397 reviews	Search Delta flights

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Can I find flights from Portland to California with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to California from Portland on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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