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$161+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Portland (PDX)

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SJO — PDX
Oct 11 — Oct 181
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Portland are usually found in September or August, 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$295
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$161
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$372
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Portland
One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Portland
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($25 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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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 September 11, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Tue 10/281:11 amSJO - PDX
1 stop11h 24mAlaska Airlines
Wed 11/1212:33 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop10h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$295
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 9/247:55 amSJO - PDX
1 stop15h 28mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/2711:55 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop18h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 10/298:40 amSJO - PDX
1 stop16h 46mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/121:00 pmPDX - SJO
2 stops20h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$300
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 11/89:40 amSJO - PDX
1 stop10h 56mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/141:00 pmPDX - SJO
2 stops20h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$301
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 11/71:55 amSJO - PDX
1 stop22h 29mAlaska Airlines
Fri 11/1412:33 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop10h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/10$315
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 12/189:40 amSJO - PDX
1 stop15h 06mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/811:59 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop10h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$318
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 9/161:30 pmSJO - PDX
2 stops20h 58mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/237:35 pmPDX - SJO
2 stops23h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$321
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 9/117:55 amSJO - PDX
1 stop29h 03mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/185:30 amPDX - SJO
1 stop24h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$324

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San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/6

9:30 am-8:05 pm

1 stop12h 35m

Portland

Tue 3/10

12:40 pm-11:56 am

2 stops22h 16m

$295

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/24

7:55 am-10:23 pm

1 stop15h 28m

Portland

Sat 9/27

11:55 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop18h 42m

$298

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/29

8:40 am-12:26 am

1 stop16h 46m

Portland

Wed 11/12

1:00 pm-11:25 am

2 stops20h 25m

$300

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/31

6:30 am-10:58 pm

1 stop18h 28m

Portland

Thu 2/5

1:35 pm-8:32 am

1 stop16h 57m

$301

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/7

1:55 am-10:24 pm

1 stop22h 29m

Portland

Fri 11/14

12:33 pm-12:38 am

1 stop10h 05m

$315

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/18

8:37 am-10:45 pm

1 stop15h 08m

Portland

Tue 10/28

3:54 pm-7:32 am

1 stop14h 38m

$321

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

9:30 am-12:19 am

1 stop16h 49m

Portland

Sun 3/8

4:05 pm-7:39 pm

2 stops26h 34m

$321

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/7

2:26 am-8:35 pm

1 stop20h 09m

$161

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/30

7:45 am-10:51 pm

2 stops16h 06m

$167

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/16

9:40 am-2:47 pm

1 stop31h 07m

$167

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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 August 29, 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 September 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines 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.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

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.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

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.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

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.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

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.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

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 José to Portland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from San José, San José Province to Portland?

    Airlines like United Airlines fly from San José, San José Province to Portland in about 12h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . San José, San José Province and Portland are separated by a distance of 3340 mi.

  • 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 $210. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $295, and United Airlines, from $300. You may be able to fly from San José, San José Province to Portland for 58% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$210Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$295Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$300Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$339Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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