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$66+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA to Portland (SJC - 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 5/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — PDX
Apr 27 — May 41
Mon 4/27
Mon 5/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Portland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Tue 4/286:55 pm
SJC
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Wed 4/297:40 am
PDX
-
SJC
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/23$191
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/142:46 pm
SJC
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 4/179:08 pm
PDX
-
SJC
Nonstop1h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$194
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/287:30 am
SJC
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 57m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/21:52 pm
PDX
-
SJC
1 stop4h 57m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/23$195
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/246:00 am
SJC
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Sun 4/265:50 am
PDX
-
SJC
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/27$196
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/297:30 am
SJC
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 57m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/67:05 am
PDX
-
SJC
Nonstop1h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Tue 4/143:00 pm
SJC
-
PDX
2 stops7h 25m
Southwest
Thu 4/168:50 pm
PDX
-
SJC
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/24$198
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Tue 5/124:00 pm
SJC
-
PDX
2 stops7h 00m
Southwest
Sun 5/175:50 am
PDX
-
SJC
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/23$199
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/222:40 pm
SJC
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 4/281:52 pm
PDX
-
SJC
1 stop5h 54m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$200
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Tue 4/287:00 am
SJC
-
PDX
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Tue 4/287:55 pm
PDX
-
SJC
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/23$201
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Tue 4/146:55 pm
SJC
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Sat 4/187:10 am
PDX
-
SJC
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/24$204
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Thu 4/237:30 am
SJC
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 57m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 4/282:30 pm
PDX
-
SJC
Nonstop1h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$206
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/258:55 am
SJC
-
PDX
1 stop6h 00m
Southwest
Sat 5/27:30 am
PDX
-
SJC
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/27$207

Find flight deals from San Jose to Portland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 March 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$191
(Southwest)

One-way from

$66
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$444

Good round-trip deal

$259 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 March 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Portland that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JosePortland

SJC - PDX

SJCPDX

San Jose

Tue 5/12

8:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Portland

Sun 5/17

5:50 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$194
Quickest round-trip

San JosePortland

SJC - PDX

SJCPDX

San Jose

Fri 5/8

6:00 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Portland

Sun 5/10

5:50 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$196

San JosePortland

SJC - PDX

SJCPDX

San Jose

Wed 5/13

4:00 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Portland

Sun 5/17

5:50 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$199

San JosePortland

SJC - PDX

SJCPDX

San Jose

Wed 4/22

2:40 pm-4:31 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

Portland

Tue 4/28

1:52 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$200

San JosePortland

SJC - PDX

SJCPDX

San Jose

Wed 4/22

7:30 am-9:27 am

Nonstop1h 57m

Portland

Sun 4/26

7:05 am-9:01 am

Nonstop1h 56m

$227

San JosePortland

SJC - PDX

SJCPDX

San Jose

Sat 5/9

11:50 am-6:50 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Portland

Mon 5/11

5:00 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$231

San JosePortland

SJC - PDX

SJCPDX

San Jose

Fri 4/24

6:00 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Portland

Mon 4/27

5:20 am-7:05 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$234

San JosePortland

SJC - PDX

SJCPDX

San Jose

Sat 4/25

11:50 am-6:50 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Portland

Mon 4/27

6:00 am-12:05 pm

2 stops6h 05m

$247

San JosePortland

SJC - PDX

SJCPDX

San Jose

Tue 5/12

3:00 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops7h 25m

Portland

Thu 5/21

5:00 am-12:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$249
Cheapest one-way

San JosePortland

SJC - PDX

SJCPDX

San Jose

Thu 4/16

6:00 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$78

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Compare providers for flights from San Jose 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 Jose to Portland in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Jose, California-Portland flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Jose, California-Portland flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose, California-Portland flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose, California-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 Jose, California-Portland flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Portland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Portland from San Jose with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Portland

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Jose, California to Portland?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Portland. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Jose, California to Portland, you should look to book at least 37 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to Portland?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Portland (average of $77). Flying from San Jose, California to Portland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $129). 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 SJC to PDX?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 March 28, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from San Jose, California to Portland in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 7% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Jose, California to Portland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Jose to Portland. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Jose, California to Portland flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Jose, California to Portland?

The best insider tips for San Jose to Portland flights

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on PDX

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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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on SJC

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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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 March 28, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andHawaiian Airlines from San Jose to Portland by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,333 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,333 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,333 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,133 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,333 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,839 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,333 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,552 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,333 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose 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 Jose to Portland?

    Portland is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Portland from San Jose. Booking flights from San Jose (SJC) to Portland (PDX) should be relatively easy as there are 10 daily flights to Portland from 4 different airlines. 1h 40m is how long a flight from San Jose to Portland will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this San Jose, California to Portland flight route?

    Flights from San Jose to Portland have been viewed 28 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from San Jose, California to Portland?

    Departing from San Jose, California to Portland will take you 1h 51m. Airlines will cover a distance of 569 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Portland, with prices starting at $84. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and Hawaiian Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $87 and $97, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 70% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Hawaiian Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $48. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Spirit Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Jose, California to Portland for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Jose, California to Portland?

    Consider SkyWest Airlines (98%), Alaska Airlines (94%) or Hawaiian Airlines (92%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Jose, California to Portland.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Jose, California to Portland?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Jose, California to Portland? While on average our users pay $322, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $78. The most popular route (San Jose - Portland), is priced around $131.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 Jose, California to Portland?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Portland (average of $77). Flying from San Jose, California to Portland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $129). 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 Jose to Portland

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 March 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$84Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$87Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$97Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$142Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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