Cheap flights from San Diego to Portland (SAN - PDX) from $34

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/19. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
SAN — PDX
Sep 26 — Oct 31

The best prices from San Diego to Portland are usually found in January or February, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

How to find the cheapest flight from San Diego (SAN) to Portland (PDX)

All the information you need to plan the best SAN to PDX flight in 2023: compare San Diego to Portland flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Portland.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$278

One-way from

$67
High demand for flights, 28% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 23% potential price drop
From San Diego to Portland
One-way flight from San Diego to Portland

SAN - PDX

Price

$278 - $500

PDX

Temperature

41 - 69.8 °F

PDX

Rainfall

0.7 - 5.6 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Diego to Portland?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Tuesday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Portland?

Find a great deal and save up to 84% by booking at least 58 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from San Diego to Portland within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $365.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Portland?

January is one of the best times of the year to fly to Portland from San Diego. Prices for January average $280 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $139. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a January flight can save you 38% on your journey compared to booking in June

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Diego to Portland (SAN - PDX)?

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 at noon, which can drop the price by up to 6% versus a flight in the evening.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from San Diego to Portland

Peruse some of the lowest-priced Spirit Airlines flights we've found from San Diego to Portland. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.

Cheap Frontier flights from San Diego to Portland

Have a look at some of the cheapest available Frontier flights departing from San Diego and landing in Portland. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.

Cheap San Diego to Portland flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for SAN to PDX flights for September, October
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San Diego to Portland 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Portland from San Diego found for this year
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Non-stop flights to Portland from San Diego

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San Diego to Portland flights leaving soon

Late deals on return flights to Portland from San Diego, departing today and this week
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One-way flights to Portland from San Diego

The cheapest one-way flights from San Diego to Portland
Users in need of a one-way flight from San Diego to Portland can choose from these deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from San Diego to Portland should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.

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Thu 11/2

1 stop5h 47m

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Tue 11/7

1 stop12h 15m

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Tue 10/24

1 stop4h 35m

Portland

Sat 10/28

1 stop10h 01m

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San Diego

Sat 10/28

1 stop9h 07m

Portland

Tue 10/31

1 stop5h 23m

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San Diego

Tue 10/3

1 stop9h 52m

Portland

Sat 10/7

1 stop11h 14m

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San Diego

Tue 10/24

1 stop8h 37m

Portland

Sat 10/28

1 stop5h 10m

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San Diego

Wed 11/8

1 stop4h 33m

Portland

Tue 11/14

1 stop6h 10m

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San Diego

Wed 11/1

1 stop5h 32m

Portland

Sat 11/4

1 stop7h 32m

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Wed 10/4

1 stop6h 16m

Portland

Wed 10/11

1 stop5h 23m

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San Diego

Tue 1/9

1 stop6h 55m

Portland

Tue 1/16

1 stop6h 29m

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Deals found on 9/21

Reviews of airlines servicing Portland

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines, Frontier and American Airlines from San Diego to Portland. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight departed on time and landed a little early. Friendly staff, and they did two passes with drinks and complimentary snacks.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight departed on time and landed a little early. Friendly staff, and they did two passes with drinks and complimentary snacks.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,016 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight departed on time and landed a little early. Friendly staff, and they did two passes with drinks and complimentary snacks.

Allegiant Air
7.5
Good
103 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight departed on time and landed a little early. Friendly staff, and they did two passes with drinks and complimentary snacks.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight departed on time and landed a little early. Friendly staff, and they did two passes with drinks and complimentary snacks.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight departed on time and landed a little early. Friendly staff, and they did two passes with drinks and complimentary snacks.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about San Diego to Portland flights.

What airports do I use to fly from San Diego to Portland?

If you book a flight from San Diego to Portland, you will be flying from San Diego to Portland. Flights to Portland (PDX) from San Diego (SAN) take 2h 30m for a nonstop flight. There are 4 flights from San Diego to Portland per day from 6 airlines.

Can I find flights from San Diego to Portland for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Portland for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $63, but on average you can expect to pay $78.

Are there nonstop flights from San Diego to Portland for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 6 direct flights from San Diego to Portland under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Diego to Portland is less than $273.

Are there last-minute flights available from San Diego to Portland for under $100?

There are currently 20+ open flights from San Diego to Portland within the next 7 days for less than $100.

What days are nonstop flights available from San Diego to Portland?

You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How popular is this San Diego to Portland flight route?

How many flights depart from San Diego to Portland on average per day?

14 flight departures from San Diego to Portland per day on average.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 7% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 50% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 43% of flight departures

How long is the flight from San Diego to Portland?

There are many flights that can get you from San Diego to Portland in 5h 32m. Fly via Spirit Airlines or Frontier to get the fastest option. San Diego and Portland are separated by a distance of 939 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Portland round-trip?

Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Portland, with prices starting at $63. Another option worth looking into is Frontier, starting at $85 round trip. Spirit Airlines is 77% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Portland one-way?

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $34. Frontier flights start at $41 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $79 one-way.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Diego to Portland?

What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Portland?

Before booking your flight to Portland from San Diego, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Horizon Air (93%), Icelandair (93%), Japan Airlines( 89%).

What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Portland?

On average you can expect to pay $308 for a flight from San Diego to Portland. The cheapest flight overall is $79 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Portland) is currently priced at $68.

What does SAN to PDX mean?

These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a San Diego Airport to Portland Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SAN to PDX flight.

Alternative routes for San Diego to Portland

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Top 5 airlines flying from San Diego to Portland

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from San Diego to Portland choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$90Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapest$95Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$119Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$225Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from San Diego to Portland

See what time of day planes typically take off from San Diego to Portland
1%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
44%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
51%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
4%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
6 AM
Noon
6 PM

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Portland

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from San Diego to Portland
Sunday4daily flights
Monday7daily flights
Tuesday3daily flights
Wednesday4daily flights
Thursday4daily flights
Friday8daily flights
Saturday1daily flight
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