Cheap flights from San Jose to Portland (SJC - PDX) from $40

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/27. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
SJC — PDX
Oct 3 — Oct 101

The best prices from San Jose to Portland are usually found in January or February, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

How to find the cheapest flight from San Jose (SJC) to Portland (PDX)

All the information you need to plan the best SJC to PDX flight in 2023: compare San Jose to Portland flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Portland.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$278

One-way from

$116
High demand for flights, 22% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 27% potential price drop
From San Jose to Portland
One-way flight from San Jose to Portland

SJC - PDX

Price

$278 - $497

PDX

Temperature

41 - 69.8 °F

PDX

Rainfall

0.7 - 5.6 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Jose to Portland?

Flying to your destination on a Saturday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Portland. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Jose to Portland?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 31 days in advance, which can save you up to 66% on flights from San Jose to Portland compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 31 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $323. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $416.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Portland?

Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Portland from San Jose. Users have commonly found prices around $279 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $150. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Portland (SJC - PDX)?

It’s optimal to fly from San Jose to Portland in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 40% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Alaska Airlines flights from San Jose to Portland

Consider these cheap Alaska Airlines flights we've found departing from San Jose to Portland. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.

Cheap Delta flights from San Jose to Portland

Some of the lowest-priced Delta flights we've found at this time heading from San Jose to Portland. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.

Cheap San Jose to Portland flights in September & October 2023

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One-way flights to Portland from San Jose

The cheapest one-way flights from San Jose to Portland
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Wed 11/8

1 stop13h 49m

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1 stop12h 07m

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Thu 10/12

1 stop10h 38m

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1 stop13h 08m

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Thu 10/12

1 stop13h 49m

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1 stop13h 08m

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Sat 11/11

1 stop5h 33m

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1 stop13h 08m

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Wed 10/25

1 stop7h 53m

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1 stop4h 48m

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Tue 10/24

1 stop8h 15m

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1 stop4h 48m

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Tue 10/24

1 stop8h 15m

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Wed 11/1

1 stop4h 48m

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Tue 10/24

Nonstop1h 53m

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Wed 11/1

Nonstop1h 45m

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Sat 10/28

1 stop6h 28m

Portland

Wed 11/1

1 stop4h 47m

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Deals found on 9/27

Reviews of airlines servicing Portland

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Spirit Airlines from San Jose to Portland to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

WestJet
7.2
Good
918 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,394 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about San Jose to Portland flights.

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 6 daily flights to Portland from 4 different airlines. 1h 49m is how long a flight from San Jose to Portland will take if you book a nonstop flight.

Can I find flights from San Jose to Portland for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from San Jose to Portland for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $69, but on average you can expect to pay $94.

Are there nonstop flights from San Jose to Portland for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Jose to Portland under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Jose to Portland is less than $246.

Are there last-minute flights available from San Jose to Portland for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from San Jose to Portland within the next 7 days for less than $200.

What days are nonstop flights available from San Jose to Portland?

Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How popular is this San Jose to Portland flight route?

How many flights depart from San Jose to Portland on average per day?

On average, you can expect to see 16 flights from San Jose to Portland a day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 19% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 25% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 25% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 31% of flight departures

How long is the flight from San Jose to Portland?

For as low as $69, Spirit Airlines can have you in Portland from San Jose in 13h 49m. The distance from San Jose to Portland is about 572 mi.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Jose to Portland round-trip?

Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Portland, with prices starting at $69. Spirit Airlines is 75% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $40. Alaska Airlines flights start at $69 while deals on Delta start at $119 one-way.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Jose to Portland?

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

Consider Sun Country Air (100%), SkyWest Airlines (98%) or Alaska Airlines (94%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Jose to Portland.

What are the cheapest flights from San Jose to Portland?

Looking for the cheapest flight from San Jose to Portland? While on average our users pay $225, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $69. The most popular route (San Jose - Portland), is priced around $69.

What does SJC to PDX mean?

San Jose Airport is SJC and Portland Airport is PDX. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

Alternative routes for San Jose to Portland

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Top 4 airlines flying from San Jose to Portland

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from San Jose to Portland choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$91Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$97Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$98Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapest$177Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from San Jose to Portland

See what time of day planes typically take off from San Jose to Portland
9%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
52%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
31%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
8%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from San Jose to Portland

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from San Jose to Portland
Sunday7daily flights
Monday9daily flights
Tuesday4daily flights
Wednesday5daily flights
Thursday7daily flights
Friday9daily flights
Saturday5daily flights

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