San Francisco Bay Area

$146+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME (PWM) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 6/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — SFO
May 3 — May 101
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Cheapest flights from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/183:03 pm
PWM
-
SFO
1 stop11h 25m
American Airlines
Tue 8/2511:30 pm
SFO
-
PWM
1 stop11h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/1$291
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/54:43 pm
PWM
-
SFO
1 stop8h 43m
Delta
Mon 5/1111:59 pm
SFO
-
PWM
1 stop9h 01m
Delta
Deal found 4/2$301
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 8/185:45 am
PWM
-
SFO
2 stops11h 55m
Southwest
Tue 8/2511:05 pm
SFO
-
PWM
1 stop12h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 4/1$302
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/51:18 pm
PWM
-
SFO
1 stop10h 46m
American Airlines
Mon 5/117:53 pm
SFO
-
PWM
2 stops11h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/2$306
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 5/712:45 pm
PWM
-
SFO
2 stops12h 25m
Southwest
Sat 5/99:15 pm
SFO
-
PWM
1 stop11h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/31$312
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 6/41:00 pm
PWM
-
SFO
1 stop9h 55m
Southwest
Mon 6/86:45 pm
SFO
-
PWM
2 stops12h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 4/1$316
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Thu 5/712:55 pm
PWM
-
SFO
1 stop7h 54m
Delta
Sun 5/105:50 am
SFO
-
PWM
1 stop7h 17m
Delta
Deal found 3/30$323
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/23:03 pm
PWM
-
SFO
1 stop10h 49m
American Airlines
Wed 9/166:01 am
SFO
-
PWM
1 stop7h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/1$330
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/291:00 pm
PWM
-
SFO
2 stops12h 05m
Southwest
Wed 5/611:25 pm
SFO
-
PWM
2 stops11h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 4/1$335
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/212:24 pm
PWM
-
SFO
1 stop9h 55m
American Airlines
Thu 5/287:44 am
SFO
-
PWM
1 stop11h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/31$340
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/16:00 am
PWM
-
SFO
2 stops12h 25m
American Airlines
Mon 5/412:59 am
SFO
-
PWM
2 stops11h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/2$341
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Thu 7/23:10 pm
PWM
-
OAK
2 stops12h 05m
Southwest
Sun 7/127:15 pm
OAK
-
PWM
2 stops11h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 4/2$409

Find flight deals from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Portland to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated April 3, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$291
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$146
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$432
Provider with most accurate pricing for Portland-San Francisco flight deals.
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From Portland to San Francisco Bay Area
One-way flight from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($3 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area 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 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

PortlandSan Francisco

PWM - SFO

PWMSFO

Portland

Tue 8/18

5:45 am-2:40 pm

2 stops11h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 8/25

11:05 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$302
Quickest round-trip

PortlandSan Francisco

PWM - SFO

PWMSFO

Portland

Wed 4/29

6:33 pm-12:39 am

1 stop9h 06m

San Francisco

Wed 5/6

11:56 pm-10:23 am

1 stop7h 27m

$356

PortlandSan Francisco

PWM - SFO

PWMSFO

Portland

Thu 5/7

12:55 pm-5:49 pm

1 stop7h 54m

San Francisco

Sat 5/16

11:25 am-11:09 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$375

PortlandSan Francisco

PWM - SFO

PWMSFO

Portland

Wed 7/22

5:30 am-1:40 pm

2 stops11h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 7/26

10:50 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop12h 40m

$380

PortlandSan Francisco

PWM - SFO

PWMSFO

Portland

Thu 7/2

3:10 pm-12:30 am

2 stops12h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 7/12

10:50 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop12h 40m

$404

PortlandOakland

PWM - OAK

PWMOAK

Portland

Thu 7/2

3:10 pm-12:15 am

2 stops12h 05m

Oakland

Sun 7/12

7:15 pm-9:45 am

2 stops11h 30m

$409

PortlandSan Francisco

PWM - SFO

PWMSFO

Portland

Thu 4/30

4:50 pm-12:50 am

1 stop11h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 5/4

11:05 pm-10:18 am

1 stop8h 13m

$421

PortlandOakland

PWM - OAK

PWMOAK

Portland

Tue 5/5

3:55 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops10h 30m

Oakland

Tue 5/12

8:55 am-10:35 pm

2 stops10h 40m

$425

PortlandOakland

PWM - OAK

PWMOAK

Portland

Thu 4/30

5:30 am-1:20 pm

2 stops10h 50m

Oakland

Sun 5/3

11:55 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$430

PortlandSan Francisco

PWM - SFO

PWMSFO

Portland

Wed 9/2

1:35 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop12h 04m

San Francisco

Wed 9/16

6:05 am-11:59 pm

2 stops14h 54m

$453

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland, Maine to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $149). Flying from Portland, Maine to San Francisco Bay Area in January is currently the most expensive (average of $197). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated April 3, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Most people fly from Portland (PWM) if they book a flight from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area. Portland is conveniently located just 2.9 mi from Portland’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Portland, Maine to San Francisco Bay Area?

    There are many flights that can get you from Portland, Maine to San Francisco Bay Area in 7h 54m. Fly via Southwest, United Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2715 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland, Maine to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $125. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Portland, Maine to San Francisco Bay Area for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Portland, Maine to San Francisco Bay Area?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Portland to San Francisco Bay Area flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area 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, Maine to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $149). Flying from Portland, Maine to San Francisco Bay Area in January is currently the most expensive (average of $197). 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 5 airlines flying from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$156Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$236Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$243Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$272Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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