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

Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Portland to California

How many flights depart from Portland to California on average per week?

As of July 2025, 1,278 flights take off from Portland and land in California each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 19% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to California?

Alaska Airlines, Frontier and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Portland according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Portland to California on average per day?

182 flights are operational daily from Portland to California as of July 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 7:00AM, with 42% of flights per day taking off at noon.

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

Prices for flights from Portland Airport to California are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of July 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Portland Airport to California.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Portland Airport to California.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to California can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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1:38 pm - 4:06 pmPDX-LAX

2h 28mnonstop

9:43 am - 12:15 pmLAX-PDX

2h 32mnonstop

$48Frontier

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sáb., oct. 4 - sáb., oct. 11

6:43 pm - 9:05 pmPDX-ONT

2h 22mnonstop

8:25 am - 10:51 amONT-PDX

2h 26mnonstop

$59Frontier

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lun., oct. 20 - lun., oct. 27

7:00 am - 8:46 amPDX-SJC

1h 46mnonstop

11:30 am - 1:23 pmSJC-PDX

1h 53mnonstop

$92Alaska Airlines

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mar., dic. 9 - mar., dic. 9

9:10 pm - 10:59 pmPDX-SJC

1h 49mnonstop

2:55 pm - 4:41 pmSJC-PDX

1h 46mnonstop

$97Alaska Airlines

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mié., sep. 24 - sáb., sep. 27

6:40 am - 8:10 amPDX-SMF

1h 30mnonstop

7:45 pm - 9:15 pmSMF-PDX

1h 30mnonstop

$97Southwest

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mié., ago. 20 - mar., ago. 26

7:00 am - 11:55 amPDX-OAK

4h 55m1 stop

12:05 pm - 1:40 pmOAK-PDX

1h 35mnonstop

$107Southwest

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mar., ago. 26 - mar., sep. 2

5:30 am - 12:36 pmPDX-SMF

7h 06m1 stop

5:09 pm - 10:35 pmSMF-PDX

5h 26m1 stop

$117Delta

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mié., ago. 27 - mié., sep. 3

1:45 pm - 3:35 pmPDX-SFO

1h 50mnonstop

8:50 pm - 10:37 pmSFO-PDX

1h 47mnonstop

$132United Airlines

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mié., ago. 20 - jue., sep. 11

4:55 pm - 10:09 pmPDX-SFO

5h 14m1 stop

5:55 am - 11:29 amSFO-PDX

5h 34m1 stop

$137Delta

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sáb., ago. 30 - mar., sep. 2

1:45 pm - 5:37 pmPDX-ONT

3h 52m1 stop

6:50 pm - 10:37 pmONT-PDX

3h 47m1 stop

$159United Airlines

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Frontier flights from Portland to California

Our best Frontier deals on Portland to California flight tickets

Frontier

Oct 4

PDX1:38 pmPortland

2h 28m

LAX4:06 pmLos Angeles

Oct 11

LAX9:43 amLos Angeles

2h 32m

PDX12:15 pmPortland

$48

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Frontier

Oct 20

PDX6:43 pmPortland

2h 22m

ONT9:05 pmOntario

Oct 27

ONT8:25 amOntario

2h 26m

PDX10:51 amPortland

$59

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Frontier

Sep 25

PDX1:08 pmPortland

2h 28m

LAX3:36 pmLos Angeles

Sep 29

LAX9:44 amLos Angeles

2h 24m

PDX12:08 pmPortland

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Spirit Airlines

Aug 26

PDX7:52 pmPortland

2h 21m

LAS10:13 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sep 2

LAS4:40 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

2h 17m

PDX6:57 pmPortland

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Spirit Airlines

Sep 16

PDX12:07 pmPortland

2h 14m

LAS2:21 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sep 22

LAS8:53 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

2h 19m

PDX11:12 amPortland

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Spirit Airlines

Oct 15

PDX8:04 pmPortland

2h 14m

LAS10:18 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Oct 20

LAS4:40 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

2h 24m

PDX7:04 pmPortland

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PortlandLos Angeles

PDX - LAX

PDXLAX

Portland

sáb. 10/4

1:38 pm-4:06 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

Los Angeles

sáb. 10/11

9:43 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

$48

PortlandOntario

PDX - ONT

PDXONT

Portland

lun. 10/20

6:43 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

Ontario

lun. 10/27

8:25 am-10:51 am

Nonstop2h 26m

$59

PortlandSan Jose

PDX - SJC

PDXSJC

Portland

mar. 12/9

7:00 am-8:46 am

Nonstop1h 46m

San Jose

mar. 12/9

11:30 am-1:23 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$92

PortlandSan Jose

PDX - SJC

PDXSJC

Portland

mié. 9/24

9:10 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

San Jose

sáb. 9/27

2:55 pm-4:41 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$97

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

mié. 8/20

6:40 am-8:10 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Sacramento Intl

mar. 8/26

7:45 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$97

PortlandOakland

PDX - OAK

PDXOAK

Portland

mar. 8/26

7:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop4h 55m

Oakland

mar. 9/2

12:05 pm-1:40 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$107

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

mié. 8/27

5:30 am-12:36 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Sacramento Intl

mié. 9/3

5:09 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$117

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

mié. 8/20

1:45 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

San Francisco

jue. 9/11

8:50 pm-10:37 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$132

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

sáb. 8/30

4:55 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop5h 14m

San Francisco

mar. 9/2

5:55 am-11:29 am

1 stop5h 34m

$137

PortlandOntario

PDX - ONT

PDXONT

Portland

mié. 8/27

1:45 pm-5:37 pm

1 stop3h 52m

Ontario

mié. 9/3

6:50 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop3h 47m

$159

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Portland to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of February is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Portland averaging around $157.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from Portland to California is on a Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $296. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Tuesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Tuesday is $442.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $268. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $423 on average. Flights to California from Portland in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Portland to California flight route?

Fly from Portland to Sacramento Intl for the best Portland - California flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Portland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $192 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Portland for as low as $162 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Portland 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 to California flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Portland to California.

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Best Price Found	$35
Fastest flight time	1h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	8 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Portland in the past 72 hours is $35. The best round-trip flight deal from Portland to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $48.

The fastest flight from Portland to California takes 1h 30m

Direct flights go from Portland to California every day.

There are 8 airports near California: Los Angeles (LAX), Ontario (ONT), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA), Oakland (OAK), Sacramento Intl (SMF), San Jose (SJC), San Francisco (SFO), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Portland Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Portland Airport to California are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Portland Airport to California?
As of July 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Portland Airport to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from Portland Airport to California?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Portland Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to California can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Portland to California?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Portland to California is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), representing 14.66% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Embraer 175 at 14.03%, Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) at 11.41%, and Boeing 737 at 11.02%.

Best airlines flying from Portland to California

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Frontier	PriceFrom $36	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.9 3,239 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $42	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,049 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $74	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $78	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,611 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $88	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $102	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,246 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $125	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $133	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Portland to California

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of February is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Portland averaging around $157.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

What is the cheapest Portland to California flight route?

Fly from Portland to Sacramento Intl for the best Portland - California flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to California?

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Portland 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 to California flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Portland to California.

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

Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Portland to California

What airlines fly to California?

How many flights depart from Portland to California on average per day?

182 flights are operational daily from Portland to California as of July 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 7:00AM, with 42% of flights per day taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Portland to California on average per week?

As of July 2025, 1,278 flights take off from Portland and land in California each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 19% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Portland to California?

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I’m not ready to book a flight from Portland to California right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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