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$79+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Salem, OR

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SAN — PDX
ene. 11 — ene. 181
dom. 1/11
dom. 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Salem
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This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/292:10 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
lun. 1/52:44 pmPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$231
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/309:15 pmSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 50mAlaska Airlines
mar. 1/69:34 pmPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9$237
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/251:28 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop9h 10mAlaska Airlines
mié. 12/318:34 pmPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/309:14 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop17h 46mFrontier
dom. 1/412:47 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop11h 12mFrontier
Deal found 12/10$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/292:10 pmSAN - PDX
2 stops23h 14mFrontier
lun. 1/58:45 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop15h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/9$245
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/318:33 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop9h 47mAlaska Airlines
mié. 1/75:40 pmPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9$250
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/314:50 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
mar. 1/612:30 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$252
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/259:30 amSAN - PDX
1 stop7h 17mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/812:05 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop11h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$254
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
jue. 12/251:28 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop9h 10mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/112:47 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop6h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$255
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/309:15 pmSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 50mAlaska Airlines
jue. 1/18:34 pmPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9$257

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One-way from

$79
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January

Average price

$301
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Salem 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Salem that are best for you.

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San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

mié. 1/7

7:00 am-9:52 am

Nonstop2h 52m

Portland

dom. 1/11

7:18 am-9:47 am

Nonstop2h 29m

$177

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

sáb. 1/10

1:45 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Portland

dom. 1/11

5:15 pm-12:48 pm

1 stop19h 33m

$182

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

mié. 1/14

4:01 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Portland

dom. 1/18

10:34 am-1:01 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

$187

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

vie. 3/6

3:25 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Portland

dom. 3/8

7:05 am-2:43 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$187

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

jue. 2/19

3:25 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Portland

dom. 2/22

7:10 am-2:29 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$187

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

mié. 3/4

10:59 am-6:48 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Portland

dom. 3/8

10:40 am-6:21 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$187

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

mié. 1/14

7:10 am-1:35 pm

2 stops6h 25m

Portland

dom. 1/18

6:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$192

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

vie. 1/9

11:10 am-6:10 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Portland

sáb. 1/10

1:35 pm-6:44 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$192

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

vie. 3/6

7:00 am-9:50 am

Nonstop2h 50m

Portland

dom. 3/8

5:35 pm-8:12 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

$197

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

sáb. 2/7

6:45 am-2:35 pm

2 stops7h 50m

Portland

jue. 2/12

6:00 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$202

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Salem

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Salem

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Salem?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Salem. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Salem. 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 San Diego to Salem?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Salem (average of $38). Flying from San Diego to Salem in July is currently the most expensive (average of $97). 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 SAN to SA8?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Salem. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated diciembre 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Salem is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Salem?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Salem. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Salem flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings 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.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Salem

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Salem. 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to SA8 are scheduled on a Thursday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salem

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salem. 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 Salem. Reviews last updated diciembre 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Salem, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Hawaiian Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,817 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,180 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,084 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Salem. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Salem?

    For a flight from San Diego to Salem, you will be flying from San Diego. San Diego (SAN) is just 2.6 mi from the center of the city. San Diego is the only San Diego airport and it handles 9 outbound flights to Salem per day. 8 airlines have flights to Salem from San Diego on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Salem flight route?

    The San Diego to Salem flight path was viewed by 19 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Salem?

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines and Delta fly from San Diego to Salem in about 2h 52m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 13m. Airlines will cover a distance of 933 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 to fly from San Diego to Salem one-way?

    $50 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $54 and $79, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Salem?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Diego to Salem are Icelandair (100%), Sun Country Air (100%) and Japan Airlines (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Salem?

    While on average a flight from San Diego to Salem is generally $812, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $78. When looking at the most popular route, (San Diego - Portland), you can expect to pay $157 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Salem that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Salem?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Salem?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Salem 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 Diego to Salem?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Salem (average of $38). Flying from San Diego to Salem in July is currently the most expensive (average of $97). 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 8 airlines flying from San Diego to Salem

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Salem. 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$89Average$159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$100Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$136Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$147Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$150Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$158Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$158Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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