Flying from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Long Beach Airport (LGB): what you need to know
A direct flight from Portland International Airport to Long Beach Airport takes 2 hours 21 minutes, on average. Long Beach's timezone is UTC-7 — the same as Portland.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
If you want a stopover for your flight from Portland International Airport to Long Beach Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the popular stopovers between PDX and LGB:
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport
Sacramento International Airport
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Portland International Airport to Long Beach Airport is $188. The cheapest price for a return flight is $330. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book 9 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from PDX to LGB.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Portland International Airport to Long Beach Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you time checking for cheap flight tickets from PDX to LGB every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Portland International Airport to Long Beach Airport. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
Portland International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Portland. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Portland International Airport to Long Beach Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to PDX:
Arriving at Long Beach Airport (LGB)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Portland International Airport to Long Beach Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near LGB:
Getting from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to central Long Beach
Long Beach Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Long Beach. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 14 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 46 minutes.
When to fly to Long Beach Airport (LGB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Portland International Airport to Long Beach Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Long Beach in April.
The warmest month in Long Beach is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Portland International Airport to Long Beach Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PDX to LGB in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC and 21ºC then.
More about Long Beach
After locking in your flights from PDX to LGB, you'll need to find a place to stay in Long Beach. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Queen Mary and The Queen Mary are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Long Beach must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Love Locks at Shoreline Village.
Complete your Long Beach trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. After booking your cheap ticket to Long Beach Airport, browse our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Long Beach stay.