Los Angeles to Portland (LAX–PDX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Los Angeles to Portland
11 carriers, 220 flights/week nonstop.
11 Airlines
220 Flights/wk
835 mi
0h 55m nonstop
+1h ahead
80 1-stop hubs
LAX–PDX is served by 11 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, Alaska Airlines and Aeromexico lead the route. The flight covers 835 miles in approximately 0h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 80 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop LAX–PDX service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines | 35 | 319 | 1h23-2h29 | SkyTeam | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 34 | 738, 739, 73J, 7M8, 7M9 | 2h33-2h36 | Oneworld | – | |
| AM Aeromexico | 33 | 319 | 2h23-2h28 | SkyTeam | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 25 | CR7 | 1h30-2h33 | Oneworld | – | |
| AF Air France | 22 | 319 | 2h27-2h28 | SkyTeam | – | |
| CX Cathay Pacific | 22 | 73H, 74N, 74Y | 2h20-2h34 | Oneworld | – | |
| BA British Airways | 21 | 738, 739, 7M8 | 2h33-2h36 | Oneworld | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 8 | 32Q, A20N | 2h32 | – | – | |
| FI Icelandair | 7 | 73J | 2h35 | – | – | |
| FJ Fiji Airways | 7 | CR7 | 2h32 | Oneworld | – | |
| AY Finnair | 5 | 73J | 2h34 | Oneworld | – |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, LAX to PDX direction.
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32
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26
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34
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33
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32
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Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
41
Nonstop flights
220
Outbound / wk
174
Return / wk
Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LAX to PDX.
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One-Stop Connections
80
Hubs
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Fastest
~35h
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Two-Stop Connections
3,165
Candidates
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability
On-Time Performance
What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
LAX → PDX
77%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
77%
Arriving
86%
Return
PDX → LAX
96%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
96%
Arriving
83%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots.
LAX delays → PDX delays →
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Portland from Los Angeles
Nearby airports with service to Portland International Airport.
| Metric | LAX→PDX | BUR→PDX | SNA→PDX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 18 mi | 36 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 11 | 3 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 220 | 29 | 36 |
| Flight time | 0h 55m | 0h 58m | 1h 32m |
| Departure OTP | 77% | – | – |
Burbank (BUR) to Portland flights · Santa Ana (SNA) to Portland flights · Ontario (ONT) to Portland flights
Airports within 200 miles of LAX with service to Portland International Airport.
Know before you go
Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Portland is 1 hour
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Los Angeles.
LAX: PDT · PDX: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 7:00 PM in Portland.
LAX: PDT · PDX: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 7:00 PM in Portland.
Distance & Flight Time
835 mi / 1,343 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 55m to 2h 36m.
Getting to LAX
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
Facts
LAX–PDX Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Los Angeles to Portland route.
Route details
Distance835 mi / 1,343 km
Flight time0h 55m to 2h 36m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)11
Weekly flights220 out / 174 return
1-stop connections80 hubs
Origin: LAX
Full nameLos Angeles International Airport
IATA / ICAOLAX / KLAX
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr76.6M
Elevation125 ft / 38 m
Destination: PDX
Full namePortland International Airport
IATA / ICAOPDX / KPDX
TimezoneAmerica/Boise
Passengers/yr17.3M
Elevation31 ft / 9 m
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about LAX to PDX flights.
Nonstop flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Portland International Airport take approximately 0h 55m to 2h 36m. The route covers 835 miles.
11 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, Finnair, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Delta Air Lines, Frontier, Icelandair and Fiji Airways.
There are approximately 220 nonstop flights per week from LAX to PDX. The return direction has about 174 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TRM, SCF, IPL, BFI, BUR, JAC, ELP, APA, SUN, EGE, ICT, EUG, BZN, MEM, XNA, MSN, NLU, CMH, HPN, SJD, DCA, ABQ, SBP, OAK, KIN, LAS, SNA, MFR, SEA, SMF, FAT, PSP, RNO, HOU, SFO, PHX, SJC, AUS, SBA, BOI, BNA, SLC, CVG, FCA, SAN, GEG, DEN, PVR, ATL, DFW, MIA, MSP, YVR, IAH, ANC, RDM, MSY, CLT, ORD, MCO, JFK, FLL, OGG, DAL, TUS, STS, HNL, MDW, GDL, IAD, DTW, LHR, EWR, MCI, BOS, LIH, CUN, KOA, HND and AMS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Portland is 1 hour ahead of Los Angeles.
Yes, return flights from PDX to LAX are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
Alaska Airlines departs from Terminal 6 at LAX for PDX. American Airlines uses Terminal 4. Delta uses Terminal 2B (the Bradley West gates) or Terminal 5. Frontier operates from Terminal 3. Portland International has a single terminal building with all airlines sharing the same security checkpoint and concourses. LAX is undergoing ongoing construction; terminal numbers are stable but signage varies, so confirm at check-in.
Alaska, American, Delta, and Frontier collectively operate around 10 to 12 nonstop departures daily in each direction. Alaska holds the largest share given its Portland hub position. Block time is 2 hours 25 to 2 hours 35 minutes northbound and slightly less southbound with tailwinds. Southwest does not fly LAX-PDX nonstop; their Portland service from the Los Angeles area uses Burbank or Long Beach.
LAX marine layer is most persistent from May through August, typically burning off by 10:00 to 11:00. Early morning departures to Portland can face ground delay programs when visibility drops below instrument approach minimums on some runways. Portland is generally not a weather-constraint airport on this route. Summer afternoon departures from LAX post-burnoff are the most consistent performers. Winter storms rarely close PDX but can slow arrivals during ice events on approach.
Los Angeles to Portland: Pacific Coast Intrastate Corridor
LAX-PDX connects the US's second-largest metro to the Pacific Northwest's largest city. Alaska Airlines, American, Delta, and Frontier operate the route, with Alaska holding the dominant position because Portland is its second-largest hub after Seattle. Around 10 to 12 nonstop departures per day run in each direction, covering the 834-mile sector in 2 hours 25 to 35 minutes. The route serves both leisure and business demand, with Portland's tech sector adding a consistent corporate travel base alongside the tourism traffic drawn by the Columbia River Gorge and Willamette Valley wine region.
Airport Operations and Connectivity
LAX is the origin-side complexity on this route. The airport operates five separate international and domestic terminals, and LAX-to-LAX connections across airlines require exiting security at some terminals. A planned Automated People Mover connecting all terminals and the consolidated rental car facility is partially open as of 2025 and will fully reduce inter-terminal friction when complete. Portland International (PDX) is consistently rated among the highest for passenger satisfaction among US airports. PDX operates a single terminal with direct MAX light-rail service into downtown Portland from a stop inside the terminal, costing $2.80 and taking about 40 minutes to Pioneer Courthouse Square.