PDX to LAX Route Guide
Portland, United States → Los Angeles, United States
Quick answer
KPDX (Portland, United States) to KLAX (Los Angeles, United States) is a 725 NM (1,343 km / 834 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 163° (SSE). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 2h 55m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
725 NM
1,343 km / 834 mi
Initial Bearing
163° (SSE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
2h 55m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
3,675 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
31 ft
KPDX
Arrival Elevation
128 ft
KLAX
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 725 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying PDX-LAX should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between PDX and LAX?
725 nautical miles (1,343 km / 834 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Portland to Los Angeles?
Approximately 2h 55m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly PDX-LAX?
Common types include Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400, Cessna Citation CJ3 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL240 (24,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
163° true (SSE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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