Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles?

Flights connecting via Newark (EWR) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 8h 39m.

What airlines fly to Los Angeles?

JetBlue, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Los Angeles from Portland, Maine according to our data. JetBlue is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Los Angeles. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Los Angeles on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles?

Flights via Newark (EWR) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $296.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles?

Chicago (ORD) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 20m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Portland, Maine and Los Angeles?

Chicago (ORD) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Portland to Los Angeles?

Delta and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Portland to Los Angeles

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

Prices for flights from Portland Airport to Los Angeles Airport refresh daily.

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

As of November 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Portland Airport to Los Angeles Airport.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Portland Airport to Los Angeles Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Los Angeles Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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10:52 am - 5:38 pmPWM Portland-LAX Los Angeles

9h 46m1 stop Philadelphia

7:30 am - 9:29 pmLAX Los Angeles-PWM Portland

10h 59m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$379American Airlines

Wed, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 19

10:55 am - 4:55 pmPWM Portland-LAX Los Angeles

9h 00m1 stop Philadelphia

9:38 am - 9:40 pmLAX Los Angeles-PWM Portland

9h 02m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$379American Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9

4:00 pm - 10:32 pmPWM Portland-LAX Los Angeles

9h 32m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

11:30 am - 11:33 pmLAX Los Angeles-PWM Portland

9h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$379Delta

Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 9

12:49 pm - 8:19 pmPWM Portland-LAX Los Angeles

10h 30m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

12:45 pm - 12:21 amLAX Los Angeles-PWM Portland

8h 36m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

$379Delta

Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10

5:45 am - 11:24 amPWM Portland-LAX Los Angeles

8h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:30 am - 9:27 pmLAX Los Angeles-PWM Portland

9h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$404United Airlines

Sat, Apr 3 - Tue, Apr 6

4:25 pm - 11:10 pmPWM Portland-LAX Los Angeles

9h 45m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:45 am - 9:03 pmLAX Los Angeles-PWM Portland

9h 18m1 stop Newark

$409United Airlines

Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 16

12:55 pm - 7:55 pmPWM Portland-LAX Los Angeles

10h 00m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

11:55 pm - 12:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-PWM Portland

9h 20m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington

$419Southwest

Wed, Jan 20 - Mon, Jan 25

12:45 pm - 9:15 pmPWM Portland-LAX Los Angeles

11h 30m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

8:30 am - 9:50 pmLAX Los Angeles-PWM Portland

10h 20m2 stops Denver Intl Baltimore/Washington

$439Southwest

Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9

5:00 am - 12:30 pmPWM Portland-LAX Los Angeles

10h 30m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

7:30 am - 10:11 pmLAX Los Angeles-PWM Portland

11h 41m2 stops San Francisco Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$598Alaska Airlines

Wed, Feb 10 - Wed, Feb 17

9:48 am - 9:09 pmPWM Portland-LAX Los Angeles

14h 21m1 stop Orlando

11:40 pm - 9:08 amLAX Los Angeles-PWM Portland

30h 28m2 stops New Orleans Louis Armstrong Orlando

$664Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 30 - Wed, Dec 2

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2:05 pm - 10:47 pmPWM Portland-LAX Los Angeles

11h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

12:35 pm - 11:31 pmLAX Los Angeles-PWM Portland

7h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$574Delta

Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 19

12:45 pm - 8:25 pmPWM Portland-LAX Los Angeles

10h 40m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

12:35 pm - 11:31 pmLAX Los Angeles-PWM Portland

7h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$574Delta

Sat, Nov 14 - Thu, Nov 19

2:05 pm - 8:45 pmPWM Portland-LAX Los Angeles

9h 40m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5:00 am - 4:02 pmLAX Los Angeles-PWM Portland

8h 02m1 stop Denver Intl

$574United Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 20

4:10 pm - 11:54 pmPWM Portland-LAX Los Angeles

10h 44m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Dallas/Fort Worth

10:52 pm - 11:47 amLAX Los Angeles-PWM Portland

9h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$609American Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 20

5:35 pm - 12:06 pmPWM Portland-LAX Los Angeles

21h 31m1 stop Charleston

11:40 pm - 9:21 amLAX Los Angeles-PWM Portland

30h 41m2 stops New Orleans Louis Armstrong Fort Myers SW Florida Intl

$637Breeze Airways

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17

5:20 am - 12:30 pmPWM Portland-LAX Los Angeles

10h 10m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Dallas Love Field

10:30 am - 11:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-PWM Portland

10h 25m2 stops Sacramento Intl Baltimore/Washington

$685Southwest

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 20

5:35 pm - 12:06 pmPWM Portland-LAX Los Angeles

21h 31m1 stop Charleston

6:00 am - 1:57 pmLAX Los Angeles-PWM Portland

28h 57m2 stops Denver Intl Columbus

$685Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 22

5:08 pm - 10:52 pmPWM Portland-LAX Los Angeles

8h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:00 pm - 9:00 amLAX Los Angeles-PWM Portland

9h 00m1 stop Newark

$704United Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 23

7:10 am - 1:58 pmPWM Portland-LAX Los Angeles

9h 48m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

11:50 pm - 11:53 amLAX Los Angeles-PWM Portland

9h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$709American Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Sun, Nov 15

5:10 pm - 11:55 pmPWM Portland-LAX Los Angeles

9h 45m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Lambert-St Louis

10:00 pm - 9:50 amLAX Los Angeles-PWM Portland

8h 50m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

$714Southwest

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16

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American Airlines

Dec 3

PWM6:00 amPortland

9h 09m

1 stop

LAX12:09 pmLos Angeles

Dec 9

LAX11:55 pmLos Angeles

9h 07m

1 stop

PWM12:02 pmPortland

$407

American Airlines

Dec 2

PWM10:55 amPortland

9h 00m

1 stop

LAX4:55 pmLos Angeles

Dec 9

LAX8:00 pmLos Angeles

10h 22m

2 stops

PWM9:22 amPortland

$424

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Dec 2

PWM6:00 amPortland

9h 09m

1 stop

LAX12:09 pmLos Angeles

Dec 2

LAX8:00 pmLos Angeles

10h 22m

2 stops

PWM9:22 amPortland

$429

Delta flights from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles

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Dec 3

PWM12:49 pmPortland

10h 30m

1 stop

LAX8:19 pmLos Angeles

Dec 10

LAX12:45 pmLos Angeles

8h 36m

1 stop

PWM12:21 amPortland

$379

Delta

Apr 4

PWM4:50 pmPortland

9h 36m

1 stop

LAX11:26 pmLos Angeles

Apr 5

LAX11:30 pmLos Angeles

9h 23m

1 stop

PWM11:53 amPortland

$409

Delta

Jan 7

PWM3:10 pmPortland

11h 49m

1 stop

LAX11:59 pmLos Angeles

Jan 12

LAX10:59 pmLos Angeles

10h 08m

1 stop

PWM12:07 pmPortland

$414

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10:52 am-5:38 pm

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Tue 1/19

7:30 am-9:29 pm

1 stop10h 59m

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1 stop8h 39m

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Portland

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4:25 pm-11:10 pm

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1 stop9h 18m

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12:55 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops10h 00m

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11:55 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$419

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PWM Portland - LAX Los Angeles

PWMLAX

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Thu 12/3

12:45 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop11h 30m

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8:30 am-9:50 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$439

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM Portland - LAX Los Angeles

PWMLAX

Portland

Wed 2/10

5:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/17

7:30 am-10:11 pm

2 stops11h 41m

$598

PortlandLos Angeles

PWM Portland - LAX Los Angeles

PWMLAX

Portland

Mon 11/30

9:48 am-9:09 pm

1 stop14h 21m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/2

11:40 pm-9:08 am

2 stops30h 28m

$664

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Portland, Maine and Los Angeles?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $455 to $652.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $379.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from Portland, Maine, with most prices found around $373. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Los Angeles from Portland, Maine during September instead. Flights to Los Angeles in September, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $378.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Los Angeles. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $403. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Los Angeles on Sunday is $636.

What is the cheapest Portland to Los Angeles flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from Portland, Maine when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around $471 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from Portland, Maine for as low as $346 on momondo.

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Portland, Maine to Los Angeles flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Portland, Maine to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2026, prices for Portland, Maine to Los Angeles flights are approximately 60% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles

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Best Price Found	$190
Fastest flight time	8h 43m
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The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from Portland, Maine in the past 72 hours is $190. The best round-trip flight deal from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $379.

The fastest flight from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles takes 8h 43m

There are no direct flights from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles. There are no popular flight routes from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles

How far is Portland to Los Angeles by plane?
The straight-line distance from Portland to Los Angeles is 2629.0 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 8h 43m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Portland Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
Prices for flights from Portland Airport to Los Angeles Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Portland Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
As of November 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Portland Airport to Los Angeles Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Portland Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Portland Airport to Los Angeles Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Los Angeles Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles is Boeing 737 MAX 8, representing 50.00% of all bookings. The subsequent popular model is Boeing 737 at 50.00%.
What is the most popular airline from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Portland, Maine to Los Angeles is American Airlines (45% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (33%), Delta (15%), and Southwest (7%).

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $250	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,228 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $296	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,470 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $309	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,699 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $358	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,216 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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