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$73+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to Salinas, CA, CA

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 1/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — SFO
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Portland to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 15, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Tue 12/232:29 pmPDX - SFO
1 stop7h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/176:56 pmSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$206
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/232:29 pmPDX - SFO
1 stop7h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/1811:36 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$245
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:50 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 59mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/57:45 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/13$268
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:30 amPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 57mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/48:55 pmSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:45 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 58mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/175:05 pmSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$282
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:25 pmPDX - SFO
1 stop7h 07mDelta
Mon 1/56:00 amSFO - PDX
1 stop4h 07mDelta
Deal found 12/13$288
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:45 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/189:15 pmSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$292
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:50 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 59mAlaska Airlines
Sun 1/410:35 pmSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/13$293
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/2512:39 pmPDX - SFO
1 stop7h 51mFrontier
Wed 12/319:30 pmSFO - PDX
1 stop14h 07mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$298
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:42 pmPDX - SFO
1 stop6h 59mAlaska Airlines
Sun 1/47:45 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/14$307

Find flight deals from Portland to Salinas

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Round-trip from

$151
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One-way from

$73
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$236
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to Salinas 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 December 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Salinas that are best for you.

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Portland

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Salinas

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Price

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Fri 1/23

4:51 pm-6:43 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

San Francisco

Sat 1/31

11:36 am-1:30 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

$157

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Sat 1/31

10:33 am-12:23 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

6:56 pm-8:48 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

$157

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Sun 3/15

10:48 am-12:49 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

San Francisco

Tue 3/17

9:00 am-10:56 am

Nonstop1h 56m

$157

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Tue 2/17

2:47 pm-4:44 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

San Francisco

Fri 2/20

7:50 am-9:42 am

Nonstop1h 52m

$157

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Thu 1/8

4:51 pm-6:43 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

San Francisco

Sat 1/10

7:57 am-9:49 am

Nonstop1h 52m

$157

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Thu 3/5

7:05 am-9:08 am

Nonstop2h 03m

San Francisco

Thu 3/5

11:41 am-1:37 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

$162

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Fri 1/9

1:35 pm-3:32 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

San Francisco

Sun 1/11

10:40 pm-12:39 am

Nonstop1h 59m

$167

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Thu 1/29

5:51 pm-7:43 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

7:57 am-9:49 am

Nonstop1h 52m

$167

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Sat 3/14

5:50 pm-7:47 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

$74

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Tue 1/20

7:52 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

$74

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Salinas

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to Salinas

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland to Salinas?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Salinas. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Portland to Salinas. 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 Portland to Salinas?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Salinas (average of $37). Flying from Portland to Salinas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $132). 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 PDX to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 15, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Portland to Salinas at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 45% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland to Salinas?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Salinas. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to Salinas flight should consider departing on Thursday 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated December 15, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and United Airlines from Portland to Salinas have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,452 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

PDX - BNA

My family especially liked the leg room and comfortable seats.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,452 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,452 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

PDX - BNA

My family especially liked the leg room and comfortable seats.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,819 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,452 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

PDX - BNA

My family especially liked the leg room and comfortable seats.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,452 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

PDX - BNA

My family especially liked the leg room and comfortable seats.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,051 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,452 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

PDX - BNA

My family especially liked the leg room and comfortable seats.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,080 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,452 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

PDX - BNA

My family especially liked the leg room and comfortable seats.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Portland to Salinas. 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 Portland to Salinas?

    Portland (PDX) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Portland to Salinas. You should not have trouble finding flights to Salinas from Portland; the airport handles an average of 33 outbound flights to Salinas per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights from the Portland airport to Salinas. It is only a 6.0 mi journey to Portland (PDX) from Portland’s city center.

  • How popular is this Portland to Salinas flight route?

    The Portland to Salinas flight path was viewed by 158 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 Portland to Salinas?

    A quick flight from Portland to Salinas can take about 1h 52m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $157. The distance from Portland to Salinas is about 550 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $19. Alaska Airlines flights start at $48 while deals on United Airlines start at $50 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Portland to Salinas?

    Before booking your flight to Salinas from Portland, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Fiji Airways (84%), Cathay Pacific (83%), Lufthansa( 82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland to Salinas?

    On average you can expect to pay $898 for a flight from Portland to Salinas. The cheapest flight overall is $85 while the most popular route, (Portland - San Francisco) is currently priced at $147.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Portland to Salinas?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to Salinas 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 Portland to Salinas?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Salinas (average of $37). Flying from Portland to Salinas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $132). 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 Portland to Salinas

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Portland to Salinas. 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$36Average$112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$63Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$66Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$77Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$109Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$247Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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