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$69+ Cheap flights from Portland to San Francisco (PDX - SFO)

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 4/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — SFO
Apr 11 — Apr 181
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to San Francisco are usually found in January or August, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to San Francisco

Cheapest flights from Portland to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 12, 2026.

This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/235:51 pm
PDX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 58m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 4/307:40 am
SFO
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 50m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/9$150
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 4/47:14 pm
PDX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
United Airlines
Mon 4/66:49 pm
SFO
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12$152
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Tue 4/219:30 pm
PDX
-
SFO
1 stop25h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 4/2811:52 am
SFO
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 55m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/11$154
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/252:55 pm
PDX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/28:21 pm
SFO
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/11$155
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/87:40 am
PDX
-
SFO
2 stops6h 35m
Southwest
Wed 4/157:40 am
SFO
-
PDX
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9$156
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/218:46 pm
PDX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 57m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/2211:52 am
SFO
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 55m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/10$157
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/77:05 am
PDX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/146:00 am
SFO
-
PDX
1 stop7h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$159
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 5/811:48 am
PDX
-
SFO
1 stop12h 34m
Frontier
Tue 5/126:00 am
SFO
-
PDX
1 stop7h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9$160
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Wed 4/2210:51 am
PDX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 58m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/299:20 am
SFO
-
PDX
1 stop7h 29m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/8$161
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Fri 5/225:15 am
PDX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 46m
United Airlines
Tue 6/98:22 am
SFO
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9$162
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/145:00 pm
PDX
-
SFO
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Thu 4/1610:10 am
SFO
-
PDX
1 stop7h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9$164
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Wed 4/226:05 pm
PDX
-
SFO
1 stop15h 17m
Delta
Mon 4/275:59 am
SFO
-
PDX
1 stop3h 59m
Delta
Deal found 3/9$165

Find flight deals from Portland to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) 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 March 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$150
(Jettzy)

One-way from

$69
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$325

Good round-trip deal

$285 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
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. 12% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Portland to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Portland to San Francisco.

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to San Francisco 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 March 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Mon 4/6

5:30 am-7:30 am

Nonstop2h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 4/7

4:10 pm-6:07 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

$157
Quickest round-trip

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Tue 4/14

2:50 pm-4:47 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

San Francisco

Wed 4/15

12:00 pm-1:50 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$157

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Mon 4/27

6:05 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop5h 32m

San Francisco

Wed 4/29

10:32 am-5:10 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$167

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Mon 4/13

7:14 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

San Francisco

Fri 4/17

6:49 pm-8:48 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

$167

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Wed 4/22

7:32 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop4h 05m

San Francisco

Sun 4/26

5:55 am-9:58 am

1 stop4h 03m

$167

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Wed 4/22

12:45 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops7h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 4/28

7:40 am-1:50 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$172

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Sat 5/16

1:35 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop7h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 5/18

5:40 pm-12:55 am

1 stop7h 15m

$177

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Mon 4/27

2:50 pm-8:19 pm

1 stop5h 29m

San Francisco

Mon 5/4

7:40 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$177

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Thu 4/23

6:00 am-2:35 pm

2 stops8h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 4/30

10:10 am-5:25 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$182

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Wed 4/15

1:35 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop8h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

5:05 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 55m

$182

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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 March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Portland-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Portland with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland 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 March 6, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Portland to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 86 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to San Francisco (average of $66). Flying from Portland to San Francisco in February is currently the most expensive (average of $141). 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 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 March 12, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Portland to San Francisco at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 57% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland 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 February 21, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Portland to San Francisco?

The best insider tips for Portland to San Francisco flights

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Our travel experts
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines and SFO

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on PDX

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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 March 12, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines,Hawaiian Airlines, andUnited Airlines from Portland to San Francisco. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

PDX - BNA

My family especially liked the leg room and comfortable seats.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

PDX - BNA

My family especially liked the leg room and comfortable seats.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

PDX - BNA

My family especially liked the leg room and comfortable seats.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

PDX - BNA

My family especially liked the leg room and comfortable seats.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

PDX - BNA

My family especially liked the leg room and comfortable seats.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

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 San Francisco. 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 Francisco?

    Booking a flight from Portland (PDX) to San Francisco (SFO) is your only option if you wish to fly from Portland to San Francisco. On a typical day, there are 41 flights from Portland to San Francisco, all of which are around 1h 46m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 5 airlines when you book a flight from Portland to San Francisco.

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

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

    A quick flight from Portland to San Francisco can take about 1h 57m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $157. The distance from Portland to San Francisco is about 550 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Portland to San Francisco round-trip from $44. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Hawaiian Airlines, from $77, and United Airlines, from $115. You may be able to fly from Portland to San Francisco for 80% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $44 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Hawaiian Airlines from $58 and Alaska Airlines from $58 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Portland to San Francisco consider choosing Air China (86%), ANA (84%) or Qantas Airways (82%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Portland to San Francisco is $78. On average you can expect to pay $884. The most popular route, (Portland - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $81.

  • 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 to San Francisco?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to San Francisco (average of $66). Flying from Portland to San Francisco in February is currently the most expensive (average of $141). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$44Average$109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$77Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$115Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$122Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$257Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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