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$126+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME to San Francisco (PWM - SFO)

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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
lun. 12/83:55 pmPWM - SFO
1 stop9h 33mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 12/138:45 amSFO - PWM
1 stop10h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/6$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
lun. 12/83:55 pmPWM - SFO
1 stop9h 33mAmerican Airlines
mié. 12/107:27 amSFO - PWM
2 stops11h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/6$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
dom. 12/75:34 amPWM - SFO
2 stops12h 21mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 12/136:00 amSFO - PWM
2 stops12h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/6$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
lun. 12/83:55 pmPWM - SFO
1 stop9h 33mAmerican Airlines
jue. 12/119:00 amSFO - PWM
1 stop10h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/6$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
dom. 12/76:08 amPWM - SFO
1 stop9h 28mDelta
vie. 12/1212:30 amSFO - PWM
2 stops12h 30mDelta
Deal found 11/6$292
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
jue. 12/116:08 amPWM - SFO
2 stops14h 56mDelta
dom. 12/149:30 pmSFO - PWM
2 stops11h 43mDelta
Deal found 11/6$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
lun. 12/84:53 pmPWM - SFO
1 stop9h 20mDelta
sáb. 12/135:50 amSFO - PWM
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Deal found 11/6$298

Cheap flight deals from Portland to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PWM) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 noviembre 6, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$261
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$126
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$428
Provider with most accurate pricing for Portland-San Francisco flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Portland-San Francisco flights.
From Portland to San Francisco
One-way flight from Portland to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Portland

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PortlandSan Francisco

PWM - SFO

PWMSFO

Portland

mar. 3/17

5:45 am-11:51 am

1 stop9h 06m

San Francisco

mar. 3/24

11:55 pm-10:48 am

1 stop7h 53m

$287

PortlandSan Francisco

PWM - SFO

PWMSFO

Portland

jue. 12/11

4:53 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop9h 20m

San Francisco

dom. 12/14

10:45 pm-12:13 pm

1 stop10h 28m

$287

PortlandSan Francisco

PWM - SFO

PWMSFO

Portland

vie. 1/16

12:40 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop9h 55m

San Francisco

jue. 1/22

9:00 am-10:07 pm

1 stop10h 07m

$287

PortlandSan Francisco

PWM - SFO

PWMSFO

Portland

jue. 2/26

2:10 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop9h 56m

San Francisco

lun. 3/2

11:55 pm-1:24 pm

1 stop10h 29m

$287

PortlandSan Francisco

PWM - SFO

PWMSFO

Portland

mar. 3/17

4:50 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop8h 57m

San Francisco

mar. 3/24

6:00 am-4:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$287

PortlandSan Francisco

PWM - SFO

PWMSFO

Portland

dom. 12/7

6:08 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 28m

San Francisco

vie. 12/12

12:30 am-4:00 pm

2 stops12h 30m

$292

PortlandSan Francisco

PWM - SFO

PWMSFO

Portland

mié. 1/7

5:30 am-12:55 pm

1 stop10h 25m

San Francisco

sáb. 1/10

6:10 am-10:29 pm

2 stops13h 19m

$303

PortlandSan Francisco

PWM - SFO

PWMSFO

Portland

mar. 3/17

4:50 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop8h 57m

San Francisco

lun. 3/23

9:30 pm-1:51 pm

2 stops13h 21m

$318

PortlandSan Francisco

PWM - SFO

PWMSFO

Portland

sáb. 12/13

4:25 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$126

PortlandSan Francisco

PWM - SFO

PWMSFO

Portland

sáb. 12/13

4:45 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$129

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Compare providers for flights from Portland to San Francisco

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Portland to San Francisco in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Portland, Maine-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Portland, Maine-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland, Maine-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland, Maine-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Portland, Maine-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Portland to San Francisco

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland, Maine to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Portland, Maine to San Francisco is 22 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to San Francisco (average of $98). Flying from Portland, Maine to San Francisco in October is currently the most expensive (average of $178). 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 PWM to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated noviembre 6, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Portland, Maine to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland, Maine to San Francisco?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland, Maine to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons 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 San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated noviembre 6, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Portland to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Portland, Maine to San Francisco in 9h 06m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. Portland, Maine and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 2715 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Portland, Maine to San Francisco round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $234, was found to be the cheapest airline from Portland, Maine to San Francisco.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and United Airlines. Users have found that American Airlines is 45% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Portland, Maine to San Francisco are United Airlines ($126), Delta ($129), and American Airlines ($131).

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

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

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

    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.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to San Francisco 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?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to San Francisco (average of $98). Flying from Portland, Maine to San Francisco in October is currently the most expensive (average of $178). 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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Portland to San Francisco. 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 noviembre 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$234Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$272Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$276Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$320Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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