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$171+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Portland (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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — PDX
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Portland are usually found in September or October, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Portland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$301
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$171
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$489
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Portland
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Cheapest flights from San José to Portland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 9/177:27 amSJO - PDX
1 stop15h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/235:38 amPDX - SJO
1 stop11h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$301
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/238:37 amSJO - PDX
1 stop10h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/285:30 amPDX - SJO
1 stop24h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$311
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.
Sat 9/201:35 pmSJO - PDX
2 stops20h 38mDelta
Mon 9/2910:20 amPDX - SJO
2 stops24h 48mDelta
Deal found 7/28$426
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/258:50 amSJO - PDX
2 stops15h 20mSouthwest
Sun 8/319:05 pmPDX - SJO
2 stops14h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$441
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1912:19 pmSJO - PDX
3 stops31h 45mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/2312:07 pmPDX - SJO
3 stops22h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$456
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/207:30 amSJO - PDX
3 stops36h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/247:52 pmPDX - SJO
3 stops18h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$461

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Portland that are best for you.

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San José

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Portland

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Price

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/17

7:27 am-9:27 pm

1 stop15h 00m

Portland

Tue 9/23

5:38 am-5:57 pm

1 stop11h 19m

$301

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/23

8:37 am-8:37 pm

1 stop13h 00m

Portland

Mon 9/29

5:15 pm-7:15 am

1 stop13h 00m

$311

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/20

1:35 pm-9:13 am

2 stops20h 38m

Portland

Sun 9/28

4:56 pm-12:08 pm

2 stops18h 12m

$426

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/25

8:50 am-11:10 pm

2 stops15h 20m

Portland

Sun 8/31

9:05 pm-12:45 pm

2 stops14h 40m

$441

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/19

12:19 pm-7:04 pm

3 stops31h 45m

Portland

Tue 9/23

12:07 pm-11:14 am

3 stops22h 07m

$456

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/20

7:30 am-6:57 pm

3 stops36h 27m

Portland

Sun 8/24

7:52 pm-3:13 pm

3 stops18h 21m

$461

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/7

6:44 am-9:47 pm

1 stop16h 03m

$171

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/19

8:37 am-12:45 am

1 stop17h 08m

$180

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/7

1:21 pm-9:28 am

2 stops21h 07m

$185

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/21

12:18 pm-6:57 pm

3 stops31h 39m

$231

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Best time to book a flight from San José to Portland

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Portland?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Portland. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to Portland is 67 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 José, San José Province to Portland?

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

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 July 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San José to Portland to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

YEG - SEA

Alaska airline excellent airline pilot smooth, landing, crew staff very nice friendly behave
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

YEG - SEA

Alaska airline excellent airline pilot smooth, landing, crew staff very nice friendly behave
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

YEG - SEA

Alaska airline excellent airline pilot smooth, landing, crew staff very nice friendly behave
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

YEG - SEA

Alaska airline excellent airline pilot smooth, landing, crew staff very nice friendly behave
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

YEG - SEA

Alaska airline excellent airline pilot smooth, landing, crew staff very nice friendly behave
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

YEG - SEA

Alaska airline excellent airline pilot smooth, landing, crew staff very nice friendly behave

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Portland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Portland round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San José, San José Province to Portland round-trip from $301. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $311, and Delta, from $426. You may be able to fly from San José, San José Province to Portland for 42% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Portland one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $171. United Airlines flights start at $180 while deals on Delta start at $185 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 José, San José Province to Portland?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Portland (average of $277). Flying from San José, San José Province 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 4 airlines flying from San José to Portland

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$210Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$300Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$339Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$415Average$573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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