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$39+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) 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 10/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — SFO
Aug 18 — Aug 251
Mon 8/18
Mon 8/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 August 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$102
(Southwest)

One-way from

$39
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$182
From Portland to San Francisco Bay Area
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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 August 13, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/151:40 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
Mon 8/188:27 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 8/11$99
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/67:25 amPDX - OAK
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Wed 9/107:00 amOAK - PDX
2 stops7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 8/11$102
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/112:30 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 54mAlaska Airlines
Thu 9/188:00 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/12$105
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/202:30 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 54mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 9/231:24 pmSFO - PDX
1 stop3h 26mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/12$106
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/235:36 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop2h 09mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/298:00 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/12$112
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/235:30 pmPDX - OAK
Nonstop1h 48mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/18:00 amOAK - PDX
Nonstop1h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/10$117
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 10/82:30 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 51mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/117:40 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/11$117
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Thu 10/168:36 pmPDX - OAK
1 stop11h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/207:06 pmOAK - PDX
Nonstop1h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Tue 9/235:30 pmPDX - OAK
Nonstop1h 48mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/12:39 pmOAK - PDX
1 stop4h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$122
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Sat 9/69:48 amPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/710:49 pmSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/49:47 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 57mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 9/85:14 pmSFO - PDX
1 stop3h 36mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/12$124
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Wed 9/39:10 pmPDX - SJC
Nonstop1h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/76:35 amSJC - PDX
1 stop4h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/11$126

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 August 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

Fly from

Portland

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandOakland

PDX - OAK

PDXOAK

Portland

Sat 9/6

7:25 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Oakland

Wed 9/10

7:00 am-2:40 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$102

PortlandOakland

PDX - OAK

PDXOAK

Portland

Tue 10/21

6:15 am-1:25 pm

2 stops7h 10m

Oakland

Wed 10/22

6:25 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$102

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Sat 9/27

5:47 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop4h 36m

San Francisco

Sat 10/4

7:40 am-9:26 am

Nonstop1h 46m

$105

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Sat 9/20

2:30 pm-4:24 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

1:24 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop3h 26m

$106

PortlandOakland

PDX - OAK

PDXOAK

Portland

Wed 9/10

8:40 am-2:10 pm

2 stops5h 30m

Oakland

Sat 9/13

10:30 am-7:35 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$107

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Thu 9/4

9:47 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

8:00 am-9:47 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$112

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Mon 9/29

2:30 pm-4:24 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

San Francisco

Sat 10/4

7:40 am-9:26 am

Nonstop1h 46m

$112

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Tue 9/23

2:30 pm-4:24 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

San Francisco

Mon 9/29

8:00 am-9:47 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$112

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Thu 9/4

10:30 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

8:00 am-9:47 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$112

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Thu 10/16

5:55 pm-8:04 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

11:37 am-1:28 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$112

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 13, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 August 13, 2025.

The most flights from PDX to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (75 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (26 on average).

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 August 13, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Hawaiian Airlines from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area by reading reviews from past customers. 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

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,651 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,221 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area, you will be flying from Portland. Portland (PDX) is just 6.0 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this Portland to San Francisco Bay Area flight route?

    The Portland to San Francisco Bay Area flight path was viewed by 179 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $39. Alaska Airlines flights start at $39 while deals on Hawaiian Airlines start at $59 one-way.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area consider Portland - San Francisco, Portland - Oakland or Portland - San Jose as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area on time: SkyWest Airlines (96%), Turkish Airlines (89%), United Airlines (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area?

    On average you can expect to pay $800 for a flight from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area. The cheapest flight overall is $58 while the most popular route, (Portland - San Francisco) is currently priced at $70.

  • 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 to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 7 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 August 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$36Average$97FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$48Average$126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$74Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$78Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$99Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$119Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$133Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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