Palo Alto

$109+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to Palo Alto, CA

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PDX — SFO
Jul 21 — Jul 281
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to Palo Alto

Cheapest flights from Portland to Palo Alto
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Palo Alto. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 21, 2026.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/145:16 pm
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SFO
1 stop7h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/2210:08 pm
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PDX
Nonstop1h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/20$174
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/88:00 am
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1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Mon 8/106:45 am
SFO
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1 stop5h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/19$176
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/12:49 pm
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SFO
Nonstop1h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 7/47:20 am
SFO
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PDX
Nonstop1h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/19$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/295:30 am
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SFO
1 stop4h 08m
Delta
Sat 8/86:20 am
SFO
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PDX
1 stop4h 22m
Delta
Deal found 6/16$179
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/87:15 am
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SFO
Nonstop1h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/1011:20 am
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1 stop5h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/19$180
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/133:43 pm
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SFO
Nonstop1h 53m
United Airlines
Mon 8/178:20 am
SFO
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PDX
Nonstop1h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16$181
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/610:50 am
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SFO
1 stop8h 00m
Southwest
Wed 9/97:40 am
SFO
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PDX
2 stops10h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/17$182
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2112:20 pm
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SFO
1 stop6h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/2511:56 am
SFO
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PDX
Nonstop1h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/19$183
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/145:40 pm
PDX
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SFO
1 stop5h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 7/217:20 am
SFO
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PDX
Nonstop1h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/20$184
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/15:56 pm
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SFO
1 stop6h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/86:59 pm
SFO
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PDX
Nonstop1h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/18$185
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/57:50 am
PDX
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SFO
2 stops6h 50m
Southwest
Thu 8/610:40 am
SFO
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PDX
2 stops8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/19$186
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/16:53 pm
PDX
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SFO
Nonstop1h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 9/118:23 am
SFO
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PDX
Nonstop1h 46m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/17$187

Find flight deals from Portland to Palo Alto

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Portland to Palo Alto flight deals. Data was last updated June 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$174
(Priceline)

One-way from

$109
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$288
Provider with most accurate pricing for Portland-San Francisco flight deals.
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From Portland to Palo Alto
One-way flight from Portland to Palo Alto
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to Palo Alto that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 21, 2026.
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Cheapest round-trip

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Tue 8/11

4:00 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop5h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 8/15

6:25 am-11:35 am

1 stop5h 10m

$179

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Wed 9/2

10:37 am-12:39 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

San Francisco

Wed 9/9

5:16 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$190
Quickest round-trip

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Sun 7/19

7:19 am-9:16 am

Nonstop1h 57m

San Francisco

Tue 7/21

7:20 am-9:02 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$192

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Wed 7/1

5:10 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 7/3

2:35 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$197

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Thu 8/6

7:00 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop4h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 8/10

6:45 am-12:05 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$201

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Mon 8/17

3:40 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop6h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 8/24

11:05 am-7:00 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$201

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Thu 8/13

8:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop5h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 8/17

11:30 am-6:25 pm

2 stops6h 55m

$206

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Sat 7/11

5:30 am-9:38 am

1 stop4h 08m

San Francisco

Tue 7/14

5:55 am-10:35 am

1 stop4h 40m

$215

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Tue 7/28

5:55 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop5h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 8/2

6:50 pm-1:05 am

1 stop6h 15m

$219

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Tue 7/14

5:00 am-11:35 am

2 stops6h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 7/18

5:55 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$227

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Palo Alto

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to Palo Alto

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PDX to P4L?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to Palo Alto. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 21, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Portland to Palo Alto is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 37% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Portland to Palo Alto

Explore weekly flight availability from Portland to Palo Alto. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 21, 2026.

The most flights from PDX to P4L are scheduled on a Sunday (63 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (41 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Portland to Palo Alto?

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland to Palo Alto?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Palo Alto. Price data was last updated on June 20, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to Palo Alto flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Palo Alto

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Palo Alto. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Palo Alto. Reviews last updated June 21, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Hawaiian Airlines, andUnited Airlines from Portland to Palo Alto have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Portland to Palo Alto. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Portland to Palo Alto?

    For a flight from Portland to Palo Alto, you will be flying from Portland. Portland (PDX) is just 6.0 mi from the center of the city. Portland is the only Portland airport and it handles 50 outbound flights to Palo Alto per day. 6 airlines have flights to Palo Alto from Portland on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this Portland to Palo Alto flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Portland to Palo Alto?

    There are many flights that can get you from Portland to Palo Alto in 2h 02m. Fly via Southwest or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 550 mi between Portland and Palo Alto. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland to Palo Alto one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Hawaiian Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $38. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Portland to Palo Alto for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Portland to Palo Alto?

    Before booking your flight to Palo Alto from Portland, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: SkyWest Airlines (78%), Iberia (68%), Air China( 65%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland to Palo Alto?

    While on average a flight from Portland to Palo Alto is generally $972, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $98. When looking at the most popular route, (Portland - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $117 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to Palo Alto that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Portland to Palo Alto flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Portland to Palo Alto?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Portland to Palo Alto.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Portland to Palo Alto?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to Palo Alto by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Alternative routes for Portland to Palo Alto

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Top 6 airlines flying from Portland to Palo Alto

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Portland to Palo Alto. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$44Average$105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$68Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$116Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$117Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$119Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$262Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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