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$76+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Portland (SFO - PDX)

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SFO — PDX
Oct 16 — Oct 231
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Portland are usually found in January or December, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Portland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Portland (PDX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$120
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$76
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$211

Good round-trip deal

$205 or less

Good one-way deal

$140 or less
From San Francisco to Portland
One-way flight from San Francisco to Portland
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($25 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 September 2025
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

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Mon 10/138:00 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 47mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/207:30 pmPDX - SFO
1 stop4h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$120
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Tue 9/307:10 amSFO - PDX
1 stop15h 24mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/85:55 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop2h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$121
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Thu 10/168:00 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 47mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/209:35 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/16$122
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Fri 11/78:09 pmSFO - PDX
1 stop15h 47mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/117:00 amPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$123
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Tue 9/237:10 amSFO - PDX
1 stop15h 24mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/75:55 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop2h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$124
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Wed 10/1511:37 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 51mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/169:08 amPDX - SFO
1 stop10h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$125
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Thu 10/98:00 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 47mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/137:30 pmPDX - SFO
1 stop4h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$126
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Thu 10/98:00 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 47mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 10/142:30 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 51mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/14$127
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Mon 10/276:34 amSFO - PDX
1 stop29h 22mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/297:00 amPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$129
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Wed 10/87:01 pmSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/127:30 pmPDX - SFO
1 stop4h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$130
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Wed 10/1510:48 amSFO - PDX
1 stop6h 02mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/155:55 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop2h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/16$131

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Portland that are best for you.

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San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Mon 10/13

9:47 pm-11:32 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Portland

Mon 10/20

5:55 pm-8:04 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$127

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Sat 11/8

6:59 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

Portland

Tue 11/11

7:00 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$127

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Sat 10/11

7:40 am-9:27 am

Nonstop1h 47m

Portland

Wed 10/15

5:55 pm-8:04 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

$127

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Mon 10/20

3:30 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Portland

Sat 10/25

5:30 am-9:55 am

1 stop4h 25m

$137

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

8:00 am-9:49 am

Nonstop1h 49m

Portland

Wed 11/5

7:00 am-2:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$137

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Thu 10/16

5:50 am-11:29 am

1 stop5h 39m

Portland

Tue 10/21

5:25 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$137

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Sat 2/7

4:30 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Portland

Mon 2/9

7:00 am-8:49 am

Nonstop1h 49m

$137

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

11:37 am-1:28 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

Portland

Tue 10/21

7:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$137

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

12:35 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Portland

Sat 10/18

5:25 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$137

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

10:40 am-4:12 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Portland

Wed 10/15

7:15 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$137

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The best insider tips for San Francisco to Portland flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to Portland trip
Airlines
Alaska Airlines

Alaska's Premium Class offers extra legroom and free cocktails, enhancing comfort on short flights.


Alaska's Wi-Fi is a flat fee, ideal for getting work done on short flights.

Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus guarantees an empty middle seat for extra comfort.


Frontier offers Zone 1 boarding with a carry-on bag purchase, ensuring early boarding.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Airports
SFO

Save time at SFO by using the AirTrain Red Line to quickly navigate between terminals and security checkpoints.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
PDX

Travel from PDX to downtown Portland via the MAX Red Line light rail, a convenient and affordable 40-minute ride.

Read more about PDXby Brandon Schultz
Our travel experts
Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Expert on Frontier

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Brandon Schultz

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Expert on PDX

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Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Portland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Portland from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Portland

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Portland?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Portland. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Portland may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 44 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Portland?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Portland (average of $277). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to PDX?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 September 16, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Portland 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 28% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Portland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Portland. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

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

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 September 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and United Airlines from San Francisco to Portland to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Portland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Portland?

    Portland is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Portland from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Portland (PDX) should be relatively easy as there are 47 daily flights to Portland from 7 different airlines. 1h 45m is how long a flight from San Francisco to Portland will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Portland flight route?

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Portland?

    Hawaiian Airlines and Delta can get you from San Francisco to Portland in just under 1h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 38m. The distance between San Francisco and Portland is about 550 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Portland is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $38 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Delta, starting at $40 and $68 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Portland for 82% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Portland?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Portland consider choosing Air New Zealand (90%), Asiana Airlines (88%) or Virgin Australia (87%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Portland?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Portland? While on average our users pay $300, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $70. The most popular route (San Francisco - Portland), is priced around $92.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Portland that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Portland?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Portland?

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Portland?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Portland (average of $277). Flying from San Francisco 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.

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Top 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to Portland

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Portland. 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$40Average$87FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$68Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$95Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$97Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$116Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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