Portland, United States → Los Angeles, United States · ✈ 2h 10min · 🚗 21h 36min
718 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: southeast
The distance from Portland to Los Angeles is 1,329 km (826 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 2h 10min.
The straight-line distance from Portland, United States to Los Angeles, United States is approximately 1,329 kilometers (826 miles or 718 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Los Angeles is located southeast of Portland. Portland is in North America, in the Pacific Northwest region of United States, while Los Angeles is in North America, in West Coast, United States. Both cities are in North America.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,329 km | ~2h 10min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~1,728 km | ~21h 36min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~1,595 km | ~13h 17min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Portland to Los Angeles. For 1,329 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 1,728 km, fuel costs for driving from Portland to Los Angeles are approximately $138–$259 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Portland sits at 45.5152°N, 122.6784°W, while Los Angeles is located at 34.0522°N, 118.2437°W. The initial compass bearing from Portland to Los Angeles is 162° (SSE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Portland heading roughly SSE. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 11.46° and the longitude difference is 4.43°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Portland and Los Angeles is approximately 39.8047°N, 120.2756°W. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 665 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Portland and Los Angeles share the same approximate time zone, so meetings, calls, and arrivals don't require any clock adjustment. This makes the route especially convenient for short business trips. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Portland is a major city in United States with a population of approximately 652,503. Located in the Pacific Northwest region, it is an important hub in North America. Despite its smaller size, Portland plays an important regional role in United States and attracts visitors year-round.
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Los Angeles is a notable city in United States with a population of approximately 3,979,576. Situated in the West Coast region, it serves as a key destination in North America. Los Angeles offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in United States.
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1,329 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to spanning a large continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
At 1,329 km, the Portland-Los Angeles route is about 3.3% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 2h 10min.
The straight-line distance from Portland to Los Angeles is approximately 1,329 kilometers (826 miles, 718 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 2h 10min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 21h 36min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Los Angeles is approximately Same timezone compared to Portland.
The estimated road distance is approximately 1,728 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,329 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: May 30, 2026.