Cheap flights from Portland to San Diego (PDX - SAN) from $56

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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
PDX — SAN
Mar 23 — Mar 301

The best prices from Portland to San Diego are usually found in January or October, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) to San Diego (SAN). 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 March 19, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$288

One-way from

$96
High demand for flights, 22% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 15% potential price drop
From Portland to San Diego
One-way flight from Portland to San Diego

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

Users have found that leaving on a Monday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 20% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Portland to San Diego, book at least 35 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 53% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $269 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $570.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, January can be a great choice for travel to San Diego. Flights to San Diego from Portland in January are about $256 on average during January, but can be found for as low as $93.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Portland to San Diego (PDX - SAN)?

When flying from Portland to San Diego, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 4% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap Alaska Airlines flights from Portland to San Diego

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Alaska Airlines for the route between Portland and San Diego. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Consider these cheap Alaska Airlines flights we've found departing from Portland to San Diego. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Tue 4/162:25 pmPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 30mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/247:00 amSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/18$197
Tue 4/162:55 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop4h 35mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/177:00 amSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/17$201
Tue 4/167:00 amPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 26mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/248:20 amSAN - PDX
1 stop9h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/18$220
Wed 5/12:25 pmPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 30mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/86:15 amSAN - PDX
1 stop11h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/18$239
Wed 4/1712:22 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop5h 53mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/239:51 pmSAN - PDX
2 stops14h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/17$240
Mon 4/152:59 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop4h 38mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/177:00 amSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/17$241
Wed 5/227:00 amPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 30mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/256:31 amSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/18$242
Wed 4/1712:22 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop5h 53mAlaska Airlines
Mon 4/228:55 pmSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/18$246

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Portland to San Diego

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Portland and San Diego. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Spirit Airlines flights we've found from Portland to San Diego. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Wed 4/173:57 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop4h 24mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/2311:37 amSAN - PDX
1 stop8h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$91
Wed 4/105:32 amPDX - SAN
1 stop13h 27mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/168:00 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop15h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$95
Tue 4/163:57 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop7h 51mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/2311:37 amSAN - PDX
1 stop8h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$96
Tue 4/163:57 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop7h 51mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/246:26 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop4h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$97
Sun 4/287:04 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop16h 51mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/306:26 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop16h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$114
Wed 4/245:32 amPDX - SAN
1 stop6h 23mSpirit Airlines
Fri 4/266:26 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop6h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$115
Mon 4/157:04 pmPDX - SAN
2 stops15h 38mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/238:00 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop15h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$116
Mon 4/87:04 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop4h 23mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/1510:25 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop12h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$126
Mon 4/17:04 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop4h 23mSpirit Airlines
Thu 4/46:15 amSAN - PDX
1 stop5h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$127

Cheap Portland to San Diego flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Portland to San Diego specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Prices were last updated on March 19, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Portland to San Diego in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 4/3012:59 amPDX - SAN
1 stop7h 25mFrontier
Wed 5/89:32 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop11h 38mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$123
Fri 4/191:26 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop7h 06mFrontier
Mon 4/224:23 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop20h 08mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$124
Tue 4/2312:59 amPDX - SAN
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/3010:05 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop13h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$125
Mon 4/87:04 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop4h 23mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/1510:25 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop12h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$126
Sat 4/65:45 amPDX - SAN
1 stop6h 09mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/109:32 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop11h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$128
Wed 4/103:57 pmPDX - SAN
2 stops18h 45mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/168:00 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop15h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$129
Tue 3/2610:12 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop15h 31mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/46:15 amSAN - PDX
1 stop5h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$130
Mon 4/2912:59 amPDX - SAN
1 stop19h 16mFrontier
Thu 5/29:38 pmSAN - PDX
2 stops14h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/16$131
Wed 4/245:32 amPDX - SAN
1 stop13h 27mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/307:00 amSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$135

Portland to San Diego 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Portland and San Diego in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Portland to San Diego in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 4/3012:59 amPDX - SAN
1 stop7h 25mFrontier
Wed 5/89:32 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop11h 38mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$123
Sun 5/127:47 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop11h 16mFrontier
Wed 5/159:15 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop10h 32mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$124
Tue 4/2312:59 amPDX - SAN
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/3010:05 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop13h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$125
Mon 4/87:04 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop4h 23mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/1510:25 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop12h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$126
Sat 4/65:45 amPDX - SAN
1 stop6h 09mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/109:32 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop11h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$128
Wed 4/103:57 pmPDX - SAN
2 stops18h 45mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/168:00 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop15h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$129
Tue 3/2610:12 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop15h 31mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/46:15 amSAN - PDX
1 stop5h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$130
Mon 4/2912:59 amPDX - SAN
1 stop19h 16mFrontier
Thu 5/29:38 pmSAN - PDX
2 stops14h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/16$131
Wed 5/223:57 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop4h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/299:15 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop11h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$132

Non-stop flights to San Diego from Portland

Discover non-stop flight options from Portland to San Diego. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from Portland to San Diego. Search for alternative flights from Portland to San Diego by utilizing the search form above.
Tue 4/167:00 amPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 26mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/307:00 amSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/18$197
Wed 5/227:00 amPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 30mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/256:31 amSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/18$242
Sat 5/46:30 pmPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 28mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/67:00 amSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/18$262
Fri 5/319:15 pmPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 28mAlaska Airlines
Sun 6/26:45 amSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/18$287
Thu 4/252:25 pmPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 30mAlaska Airlines
Thu 4/258:55 pmSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/17$301
Fri 5/249:15 pmPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 28mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/256:31 amSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/16$307
Fri 4/59:22 pmPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 22mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/92:10 pmSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/18$322
Wed 5/157:00 amPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 26mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/152:10 pmSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/17$332
Thu 5/167:00 amPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 30mAlaska Airlines
Sun 5/196:45 amSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/17$357

Portland to San Diego flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Portland to San Diego for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Portland to San Diego should consider booking one of these fares. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Tue 3/2610:12 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop15h 31mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/46:15 amSAN - PDX
1 stop5h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$130
Thu 3/287:04 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop4h 23mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/46:15 amSAN - PDX
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$141
Thu 3/287:04 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop4h 23mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/35:30 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop5h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/16$146
Thu 3/287:43 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop11h 33mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/46:15 amSAN - PDX
1 stop5h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$150
Thu 3/287:43 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop11h 33mFrontier
Wed 4/32:33 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop6h 37mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$152
Thu 3/287:04 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop4h 23mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/23:35 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop8h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$171
Thu 3/287:04 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop4h 23mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/58:06 amSAN - PDX
1 stop10h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$173
Thu 3/287:43 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop11h 33mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/55:20 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop7h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$174
Thu 3/287:43 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop23h 22mFrontier
Tue 4/23:35 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop8h 34mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$182

One-way flights to San Diego from Portland

Search for one-way flight options from Portland to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Portland to San Diego can choose from these deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Portland to San Diego should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Mon 4/1512:59 amPDX - SAN
1 stop12h 58mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$56
Thu 4/1111:30 amPDX - SAN
1 stop9h 08mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$58
Sun 4/77:49 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop19h 46mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$61
Mon 5/67:04 pmPDX - SAN
2 stops15h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/16$67
Fri 4/191:26 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop7h 06mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$68
Tue 4/212:09 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop9h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$70
Tue 4/28:43 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop20h 10mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$71
Fri 4/2612:49 amPDX - SAN
1 stop7h 43mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$73
Tue 4/163:57 pmPDX - SAN
2 stops18h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$77

Find flights from Portland to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to San Diego 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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$87 - $216

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandSan Diego

PDX - SAN

PDXSAN

Portland

Tue 4/16

1 stop7h 51m

San Diego

Tue 4/23

1 stop8h 20m

$87

PortlandSan Diego

PDX - SAN

PDXSAN

Portland

Wed 4/17

1 stop4h 24m

San Diego

Tue 4/23

1 stop8h 47m

$91

PortlandSan Diego

PDX - SAN

PDXSAN

Portland

Wed 4/24

1 stop13h 27m

San Diego

Tue 4/30

1 stop8h 20m

$92

PortlandSan Diego

PDX - SAN

PDXSAN

Portland

Wed 4/10

1 stop13h 27m

San Diego

Tue 4/16

1 stop15h 14m

$95

PortlandSan Diego

PDX - SAN

PDXSAN

Portland

Tue 4/16

1 stop7h 51m

San Diego

Tue 4/23

1 stop8h 47m

$96

PortlandSan Diego

PDX - SAN

PDXSAN

Portland

Mon 4/8

1 stop8h 12m

San Diego

Wed 4/17

1 stop10h 03m

$98

PortlandSan Diego

PDX - SAN

PDXSAN

Portland

Tue 4/16

1 stop7h 44m

San Diego

Tue 4/23

1 stop9h 02m

$99

PortlandSan Diego

PDX - SAN

PDXSAN

Portland

Tue 4/16

Nonstop2h 30m

San Diego

Wed 4/24

Nonstop2h 40m

$197

PortlandSan Diego

PDX - SAN

PDXSAN

Portland

Sat 5/25

1 stop7h 52m

San Diego

Sat 6/1

1 stop5h 35m

$216

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 3/17

When is the best time to book a flight from Portland to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to San Diego. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Portland to San Diego. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Portland to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to San Diego. Price data was last updated on March 17, 2024.
Morning
Noon
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to San Diego flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon 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.
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Average price of flights to San Diego by month

Plan your trip from Portland to San Diego by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Portland to San Diego is currently $67 while a round-trip flight costs $119. Price data was last updated on March 17, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to San Diego (average of $288). Flying from Portland to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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.

January

$292

February

$297

March

$339

April

$327

May

$328

June

$377

July

$368

August

$313

September

$299

October

$288

November

$334

December

$305

Temperature and rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SAN

Temperature

57.2 - 71.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated March 19, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Frontier from Portland to San Diego have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.

8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.

8.1
Very good
11,551 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.

7.4
Good
11,618 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.

6.5
Okay
8,875 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.

6.4
Okay
4,333 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.

Related info for your journey

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

    San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Diego from Portland. Booking flights from Portland (PDX) to San Diego (SAN) should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily flights to San Diego from 6 different airlines. 2h 28m is how long a flight from Portland to San Diego will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Portland to San Diego for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $87, but on average you can expect to pay $101.

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

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Portland to San Diego under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Portland to San Diego is less than $403.

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

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

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Portland to San Diego?

    You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

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

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

    Per day, 12 flights depart from Portland to San Diego on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 50% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 50% of flight departures

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Portland to San Diego in 4h 24m. Fly via Spirit Airlines or Frontier to get the fastest option. Portland and San Diego are separated by a distance of 939 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Portland to San Diego round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Portland to San Diego round-trip from $91. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Frontier. You may be able to fly from Portland to San Diego for 64% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

    Before booking your flight to San Diego from Portland, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Southwest (93%), SkyWest Airlines (84%), Alaska Airlines( 79%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Portland to San Diego? While on average our users pay $266, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $98. The most popular route (Portland - San Diego), is priced around $80.

  • What does PDX to SAN mean?

    PDX stands for Portland Airport, while SAN stands for San Diego Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Portland to San Diego

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$72Average$179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapest$80Average$152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$119Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest$158Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$198Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from Portland to San Diego

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Weekly flight availability from Portland to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Portland to San Diego. 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 March 19, 2024.
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