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$89+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Portland (SAN - PDX)
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SAN — PDX
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Round-trip from | $153 (Cheapflightsfares) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $92 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $267 |
Good round-trip deal | $237 or less |
Good one-way deal | $148 or less |
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to PortlandExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 28, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 28, 2025.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/181:17 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop5h 40mSpirit Airlines
mar. 8/197:52 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop11h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$154
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
jue. 8/211:17 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 8/235:41 pmPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$162
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/187:00 amSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 44mHawaiian Airlines
sáb. 10/185:38 pmPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 36mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/26![Hawaiian Airlines logo]()
$171
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
sáb. 9/66:10 pmSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 41mAlaska Airlines
sáb. 9/135:41 pmPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
mar. 8/193:59 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop6h 34mDelta
jue. 8/217:05 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop4h 37mDelta
Deal found 7/28![Delta logo]()
$197
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/2912:05 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop11h 19mFrontier
mié. 7/3012:25 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop10h 37mFrontier
Deal found 7/26![Frontier logo]()
$198
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
sáb. 9/68:55 amSAN - PDX
2 stops8h 50mSouthwest
lun. 9/86:35 amPDX - SAN
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/27![Southwest logo]()
$212
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Portland
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San DiegoPortland
SAN - PDX
SANPDX
San Diego
mié. 10/22
8:29 am-7:04 pm
1 stop10h 35m
Portland
vie. 10/24
8:04 pm-7:24 am
1 stop11h 20m
$153
San DiegoPortland
SAN - PDX
SANPDX
San Diego
jue. 8/21
1:17 pm-6:57 pm
1 stop5h 40m
Portland
sáb. 8/23
5:41 pm-8:18 pm
Nonstop2h 37m
$162
San DiegoPortland
SAN - PDX
SANPDX
San Diego
sáb. 10/18
7:00 am-9:44 am
Nonstop2h 44m
Portland
sáb. 10/18
5:38 pm-8:14 pm
Nonstop2h 36m
$171
San DiegoPortland
SAN - PDX
SANPDX
San Diego
sáb. 9/6
10:59 am-1:47 pm
Nonstop2h 48m
Portland
mar. 9/9
7:00 am-9:19 pm
1 stop14h 19m
$180
San DiegoPortland
SAN - PDX
SANPDX
San Diego
mié. 8/13
12:05 pm-11:24 pm
1 stop11h 19m
Portland
jue. 8/21
6:27 am-7:31 pm
1 stop13h 04m
$208
San DiegoPortland
SAN - PDX
SANPDX
San Diego
mar. 9/30
10:59 am-1:47 pm
Nonstop2h 48m
$89
San DiegoPortland
SAN - PDX
SANPDX
San Diego
dom. 9/14
7:47 pm-11:12 am
1 stop15h 25m
$92
San DiegoPortland
SAN - PDX
SANPDX
San Diego
vie. 8/8
1:12 pm-6:36 pm
1 stop5h 24m
$97
San DiegoPortland
SAN - PDX
SANPDX
San Diego
sáb. 9/6
8:55 am-5:45 pm
2 stops8h 50m
$104
San DiegoPortland
SAN - PDX
SANPDX
San Diego
sáb. 8/9
7:00 pm-6:59 pm
2 stops23h 59m
$129
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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Portland
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Portland
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Portland?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Portland. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.
The best time to book flights from San Diego to Portland is 87 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Portland?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Portland (average of $277). Flying from San Diego to Portland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $368). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to PDX?
Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Portland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 28, 2025.
When flying from San Diego to Portland, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight in the morning.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Portland?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Portland. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Portland flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Portland
Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Portland. 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 julio 28, 2025.
The most flights from SAN to PDX are scheduled on a Friday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Portland?
Reviews of airlines servicing Portland
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Portland. 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 Portland. Reviews last updated julio 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Diego to Portland have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Dec 2024
STS - PDX
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Dec 2024
STS - PDX
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Dec 2024
STS - PDX
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Dec 2024
STS - PDX
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Dec 2024
STS - PDX
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Dec 2024
STS - PDX
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$75 | Average$153 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$100 | Average$130 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$150 | Average$333 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$156 | Average$288 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$162 | Average$309 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$183 | Average$297 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$294 | Average$411 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |