Portland

$66+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Portland (SFO - PDX)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — PDX
Feb 18 — Feb 251
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The best prices from San Francisco to Portland are usually found in January or April, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday 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 February 13, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$112
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$66
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$187

Good round-trip deal

$101 or less

Good one-way deal

$50 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Portland flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-Portland flights.
From San Francisco to Portland
One-way flight from San Francisco to Portland
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Portland.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to Portland.

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Portland
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 February 13, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Thu 3/69:00 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/96:30 amPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/13$109
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Thu 3/69:00 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 3/107:16 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/13$120
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 3/511:11 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 50mAlaska Airlines
Thu 3/68:00 amPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/12$137
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 3/51:30 pmSFO - PDX
1 stop5h 24mDelta
Mon 3/1010:08 amPDX - SFO
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 2/12$157
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/95:49 pmSFO - PDX
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/1212:09 pmPDX - SFO
1 stop4h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/13$168
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 3/59:00 amSFO - PDX
2 stops7h 45mSouthwest
Sat 5/32:25 pmPDX - SFO
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 2/12$172
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/510:59 pmSFO - PDX
1 stop9h 48mFrontier
Mon 4/79:01 amPDX - SFO
1 stop24h 19mFrontier
Deal found 2/12$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Fri 4/116:16 pmSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 53mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/181:45 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/12$183

Find flights from San Francisco to Portland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Portland 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 February 13, 2025.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Portland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Thu 3/6

9:00 am-10:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Portland

Sun 3/9

6:30 am-8:18 am

Nonstop1h 48m

$109

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Thu 3/6

9:00 am-10:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Portland

Mon 3/10

7:16 pm-9:06 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$120

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Wed 3/5

11:11 am-1:01 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Portland

Thu 3/6

8:00 am-9:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$137

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Wed 3/5

3:52 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Portland

Tue 3/11

1:29 pm-6:16 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$157

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Fri 5/9

5:49 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Portland

Mon 5/12

12:09 pm-4:59 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$168

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Wed 3/5

9:00 am-4:45 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Portland

Sat 5/3

2:25 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$172

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Fri 4/11

6:16 pm-8:09 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

Portland

Fri 4/18

1:45 pm-3:33 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

$183

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Fri 3/21

10:59 pm-8:40 am

1 stop9h 41m

Portland

Thu 4/3

10:16 am-7:10 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$308

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Thu 3/6

9:00 am-10:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$66

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Wed 3/19

1:35 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$79

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Portland

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Portland in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Portland flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Portland flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Portland flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Portland flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Portland flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for San Francisco to Portland flights

Find out what our experts recommend to make the most of your San Francisco to Portland trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus seats guarantee an empty middle seat for more comfort.


Early check-in helps secure your place on overbooked flights.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Alaska Airlines

Saver Fare allows a carry-on but restricts seat selection and changes.


Alaska Lounge offers fresh food and craft cocktails, surpassing competitors.

United Airlines

Basic Economy allows a personal item only; no carry-on bags without extra fees.


Prepay checked bags 24 hours before to save on fees.

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

Use the MAX Red Line for a convenient and affordable 40-minute ride from PDX to downtown Portland.

Read more about PDXby Brandon Schultz
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

Marisa Garcia

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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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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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines and 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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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on PDX

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon travels every week and makes friends with stray cats wherever he goes. Dogs, too... he once brought one home to the US from the Amalfi Coast. He’s written 6 books, visited 6 continents (still waiting on Antarctica), and would eat ice cream 6 times a day if he could. He lives in Brooklyn, New York, with his partner and three cats.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Portland

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Portland

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Portland including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 February 7, 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 60 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 $376). 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 February 13, 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 evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 42% on airfare.

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