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$82+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to Portland (SNA - PDX)

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Aug 3 — Aug 101
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Portland are usually found in January or October, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

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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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$180
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$82
(CheapOair)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$316

Good round-trip deal

$252 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
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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 July 29, 2025.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/196:45 amSNA - PDX
1 stop12h 19mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/218:04 pmPDX - SNA
1 stop26h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$180
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/511:56 amSNA - PDX
1 stop11h 28mFrontier
Wed 8/206:51 amPDX - SNA
1 stop28h 13mFrontier
Deal found 7/27$185
This Hawaiian 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/237:00 amSNA - PDX
Nonstop2h 32mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 8/257:46 pmPDX - SNA
Nonstop2h 31mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/29$186
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2712:30 pmSNA - PDX
Nonstop2h 28mAlaska Airlines
Sun 8/317:00 amPDX - SNA
Nonstop2h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$187
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/107:58 pmSNA - PDX
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/146:35 amPDX - SNA
1 stop28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$193
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/258:40 amSNA - PDX
2 stops8h 10mSouthwest
Wed 11/265:20 amPDX - SNA
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/27$202

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Portland that are best for you.

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Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 9/19

6:45 am-7:04 pm

1 stop12h 19m

Portland

Sun 9/21

8:04 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop26h 01m

$180

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 8/5

11:56 am-11:24 pm

1 stop11h 28m

Portland

Wed 8/20

6:51 am-11:04 am

1 stop28h 13m

$185

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/23

7:00 am-9:32 am

Nonstop2h 32m

Portland

Mon 8/25

7:46 pm-10:17 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

$186

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/27

12:30 pm-2:58 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

Portland

Sun 8/31

7:00 am-9:33 am

Nonstop2h 33m

$187

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 8/10

7:58 pm-9:18 am

1 stop13h 20m

Portland

Thu 8/14

6:35 am-11:10 am

1 stop28h 35m

$193

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 10/25

8:40 am-4:50 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Portland

Wed 11/26

5:20 am-12:20 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$202

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 9/15

6:45 am-11:12 am

1 stop4h 27m

$82

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/23

12:04 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$95

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/23

7:00 am-9:32 am

Nonstop2h 32m

$109

Santa AnaPortland

SNA - PDX

SNAPDX

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 9/11

6:45 am-10:41 am

2 stops27h 56m

$150

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The best insider tips for Santa Ana to Portland flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Santa Ana to Portland trip
Airports
SNA

SNA's security lines can vary; try different checkpoints for shorter waits. Early mornings and evenings are busiest.

Read more about SNAby Scott Laird
PDX

Take the MAX light rail from PDX to downtown Portland. It's affordable and takes about 40 minutes.

Read more about PDXby Brandon Schultz
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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on PDX

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

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

Scott Laird

Expert on SNA

Scott Laird

Scott Laird

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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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Portland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Portland from Santa Ana with our price prediction graph.
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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 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 July 25, 2025.

Booking 79 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Santa Ana to Portland. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana to Portland?

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

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 July 29, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% on flights from Santa Ana to Portland by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana 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 July 27, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Santa Ana to Portland

Explore weekly flight availability from Santa Ana to Portland. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

The most flights from SNA to PDX are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 Hawaiian 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,044 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 8 flights from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Portland, all of which are around 2h 24m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 7 airlines when you book a flight from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Portland.

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

    Within the past month, 16 users have taken a look at flights from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Portland.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Santa Ana to Portland is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $180 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Hawaiian Airlines, starting at $185 and $186 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 36% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $82. Users have also found prices from $95 and $109 on Frontier and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to Portland from Santa Ana, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (90%), Icelandair (89%), Alaska Airlines( 88%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $284 for a flight from Santa Ana to Portland. The cheapest flight overall is $108 while the most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Portland) is currently priced at $104.

  • 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 to Portland?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Portland (average of $277). Flying from Santa Ana 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 7 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Portland

Discover the top 7 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$30Average$141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$88Average$154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$118Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$162Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$182Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$209Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$233Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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