Travelling from Portland International Jetport Airport (PWM) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Los Angeles is three hours behind Portland, where Portland International Jetport Airport is located. Los Angeles runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your PWM to Los Angeles flight.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
PWM is around 5 kilometres from central Portland. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near PWM. Whether you have an early flight from Portland International Jetport Airport to Los Angeles or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:
82.15% of flights leaving Portland International Jetport Airport land at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from PWM.
PWM is located at 1001 Westbrook Street.
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Jetport Airport (PWM) to Los Angeles
Rs35,593 is currently the best price for a one-way Portland International Jetport Airport to Los Angeles flight. Return flight tickets start at Rs77,255. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from PWM to Los Angeles if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Scoring cheap tickets from Portland International Jetport Airport to Los Angeles is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest fares across each month and pick up a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to the centre of Los Angeles takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
It'll take around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Portland International Jetport Airport to Los Angeles, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond Los Angeles's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, book your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from PWM to Los Angeles.
The street address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is roughly 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. Once you've hopped off your flight from Portland International Jetport Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
After stepping off your PWM to Los Angeles flight, unwind at a hotel close to VNY. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Budget, Dollar and Hertz make collecting a Van Nuys Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from VNY ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid paying extra, especially when demand is high.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
Plan your trip to Los Angeles in high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Portland International Jetport Airport to Los Angeles during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Portland International Jetport Airport to Los Angeles flight ticket with a departure in August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from PWM to Los Angeles around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Portland International Jetport Airport to Los Angeles, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. The Broad, Griffith Observatory and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are major attractions which should be on every Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
San Jose is another essential stop in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without dropping by Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
