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$81+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA to Portland (SNA - PDX)

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SNA — PDX
May 17 — May 241
Sun 5/17
Sun 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Portland are usually found in February or January, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Portland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/48:10 pm
SNA
-
PDX
1 stop14h 10m
Frontier
Sun 6/711:15 am
PDX
-
SNA
1 stop25h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 4/13$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Wed 5/64:33 pm
SNA
-
PDX
2 stops19h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/109:46 pm
PDX
-
SNA
1 stop14h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/13$203
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Sun 5/108:14 pm
SNA
-
PDX
1 stop23h 37m
Frontier
Thu 5/149:46 pm
PDX
-
SNA
1 stop14h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15$205
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 6/177:45 pm
SNA
-
PDX
1 stop4h 05m
Southwest
Wed 6/245:20 pm
PDX
-
SNA
1 stop5h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/16$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Sat 6/64:33 pm
SNA
-
PDX
1 stop17h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/811:15 am
PDX
-
SNA
1 stop10h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/13$208
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/512:55 pm
SNA
-
PDX
1 stop4h 40m
Southwest
Sat 5/97:10 am
PDX
-
SNA
1 stop7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 4/13$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/147:45 am
SNA
-
PDX
1 stop13h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/179:46 pm
PDX
-
SNA
1 stop24h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$214
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/89:54 am
SNA
-
PDX
1 stop6h 52m
Frontier
Sun 5/109:46 pm
PDX
-
SNA
1 stop14h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 4/13$216
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/127:50 am
SNA
-
PDX
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Sat 5/161:35 pm
PDX
-
SNA
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 4/14$217
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 4/237:56 pm
SNA
-
PDX
1 stop13h 03m
Frontier
Sun 4/2611:15 am
PDX
-
SNA
1 stop23h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16$222

Find flight deals from Santa Ana to Portland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) 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 April 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$201
(Expedia)

One-way from

$81
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$329

Good round-trip deal

$299 or less

Good one-way deal

$223 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana 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 April 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Portland that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/7

7:00 am-9:35 am

Nonstop2h 35m

Portland

Sat 5/9

7:25 am-10:05 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$227

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 5/9

9:52 am-3:56 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Portland

Sun 5/10

5:45 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 10m

$237

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 5/23

5:50 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Portland

Mon 5/25

5:30 am-10:10 am

1 stop4h 40m

$237

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/19

10:26 am-4:50 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Portland

Tue 5/19

8:00 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$262

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/13

7:00 am-9:32 am

Nonstop2h 32m

Portland

Sun 5/17

5:00 am-10:08 am

1 stop5h 08m

$277

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 6/12

6:30 pm-1:20 am

1 stop6h 50m

Portland

Sun 6/14

5:20 am-9:15 am

1 stop3h 55m

$283
Quickest round-trip

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 6/27

7:00 am-9:24 am

Nonstop2h 24m

Portland

Sat 7/4

7:00 am-9:37 am

Nonstop2h 37m

$337

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 8/2

7:45 am-1:25 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Portland

Sat 8/8

6:20 am-2:35 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$340

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/8

6:36 pm-9:30 am

1 stop14h 54m

Portland

Mon 5/11

8:01 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$350

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 6/27

6:20 pm-12:50 am

1 stop6h 30m

Portland

Sat 7/4

5:15 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 35m

$363

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Ana to Portland in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
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 Santa Ana, California-Portland flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana, California-Portland flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana, California-Portland flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana to Portland

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Portland

How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Portland?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Portland. Price data was last updated on April 10, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Santa Ana, California to Portland, you should look to book at least 50 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 Santa Ana, California to Portland?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Portland (average of $282). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Portland in November is currently the most expensive (average of $397). 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 SNA to PDX?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana 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 April 17, 2026.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Santa Ana, California to Portland by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana, California to Portland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Portland. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana, California to Portland flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings 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 Santa Ana, California to Portland?

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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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Scott Laird

Expert on SNA

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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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 April 17, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andHawaiian Airlines from Santa Ana to Portland to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
4,331 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
12,258 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
2,838 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
8,621 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
2,987 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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 Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Portland?

    Booking a flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) to Portland (PDX) is your only option if you wish to fly from Santa Ana to Portland. On a typical day, there are 7 flights from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Portland, all of which are around 2h 22m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 6 airlines when you book a flight from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Portland.

  • How popular is this Santa Ana, California to Portland flight route?

    Flights from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Portland have been viewed 9 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Ana, California to Portland?

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Ana, California to Portland in 2h 35m. Fly via Alaska Airlines or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between Santa Ana, California and Portland is about 860 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $59, Frontier will fly you from Santa Ana, California to Portland and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $93 and $179, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 81% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $36 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $64 and Delta from $88 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santa Ana, California to Portland?

    Before booking your flight to Portland from Santa Ana, California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (97%), Icelandair (96%), Alaska Airlines( 93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana, California to Portland?

    On average you can expect to pay $348 for a flight from Santa Ana, California to Portland. The cheapest flight overall is $128 while the most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Portland) is currently priced at $165.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to Portland that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Portland?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Ana to Portland?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana, California to Portland?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Portland (average of $282). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Portland in November is currently the most expensive (average of $397). 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 6 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Portland

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana 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 April 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$59Average$146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$93Average$172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$179Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$197Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$337Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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