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$58+ Cheap flights from Portland to San Jose (PDX - SJC)
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PDX — SJC
May 4 — May 111
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) to San Jose (SJC). 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 April 29, 2025.
Most accurate provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $132 (Orbitz) |
One-way from | $58 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $237 |
Good round-trip deal | $179 or less |
Good one-way deal | $103 or less |
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Cheapest flights from Portland to San JoseExplore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/99:10 pmPDX - SJC
Nonstop1h 46mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/126:00 amSJC - PDX
1 stop5h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$132
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/1911:10 amPDX - SJC
1 stop12h 07mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/226:00 amSJC - PDX
1 stop7h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$133
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/219:10 pmPDX - SJC
Nonstop1h 46mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/282:53 pmSJC - PDX
Nonstop1h 52mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$157
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/121:15 pmPDX - SJC
1 stop5h 26mFrontier
Mon 5/1912:20 pmSJC - PDX
1 stop12h 18mFrontier
Deal found 4/28![Frontier logo]()
$171
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/226:25 amPDX - SJC
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Mon 5/266:45 amSJC - PDX
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28![Southwest logo]()
$177
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/229:10 pmPDX - SJC
Nonstop1h 46mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 5/267:52 amSJC - PDX
Nonstop1h 53mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Hawaiian Airlines logo]()
$226
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 7/35:50 pmPDX - SJC
1 stop4h 22mDelta
Sat 7/53:20 pmSJC - PDX
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/27![Delta logo]()
$231
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to San Jose 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 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to San Jose that are best for you.
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PortlandSan Jose
PDX - SJC
PDXSJC
Portland
Mon 6/9
9:10 pm-10:56 pm
Nonstop1h 46m
San Jose
Thu 6/12
6:00 am-11:17 am
1 stop5h 17m
$132
PortlandSan Jose
PDX - SJC
PDXSJC
Portland
Sat 7/19
11:10 am-11:17 pm
1 stop12h 07m
San Jose
Tue 7/22
6:00 am-1:30 pm
1 stop7h 30m
$133
PortlandSan Jose
PDX - SJC
PDXSJC
Portland
Wed 5/21
9:10 pm-10:56 pm
Nonstop1h 46m
San Jose
Wed 5/28
2:53 pm-4:45 pm
Nonstop1h 52m
$157
PortlandSan Jose
PDX - SJC
PDXSJC
Portland
Mon 5/12
1:15 pm-6:41 pm
1 stop5h 26m
San Jose
Mon 5/19
12:20 pm-12:38 am
1 stop12h 18m
$171
PortlandSan Jose
PDX - SJC
PDXSJC
Portland
Thu 5/22
6:25 am-8:10 am
Nonstop1h 45m
San Jose
Mon 5/26
6:45 am-8:30 am
Nonstop1h 45m
$177
PortlandSan Jose
PDX - SJC
PDXSJC
Portland
Thu 5/22
9:10 pm-10:56 pm
Nonstop1h 46m
San Jose
Mon 5/26
7:52 am-9:45 am
Nonstop1h 53m
$226
PortlandSan Jose
PDX - SJC
PDXSJC
Portland
Thu 7/3
5:50 pm-10:12 pm
1 stop4h 22m
San Jose
Sat 7/5
3:20 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop7h 25m
$231
PortlandSan Jose
PDX - SJC
PDXSJC
Portland
Wed 5/7
5:40 pm-11:29 pm
1 stop5h 49m
$58
PortlandSan Jose
PDX - SJC
PDXSJC
Portland
Tue 5/20
9:10 pm-10:56 pm
Nonstop1h 46m
$79
PortlandSan Jose
PDX - SJC
PDXSJC
Portland
Sun 5/18
6:35 am-11:20 am
1 stop28h 45m
$91
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Portland to San Jose in April.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-San Jose flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Portland-San Jose flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland-San Jose flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-San Jose flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 Jose flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Best time to book a flight from Portland to San Jose
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to San Jose
How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland to San Jose?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to San Jose. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Portland to San Jose may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 70 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 Jose?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Portland to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 SJC?
Find hourly flight availability from Portland to San Jose. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 30% on flights from Portland to San Jose by exploring options for tickets at noon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland to San Jose?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to San Jose. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to San Jose flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Portland to San Jose
Explore weekly flight availability from Portland to San Jose. 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 April 29, 2025.
The most flights from PDX to SJC are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).
Rainfall in San Jose by month
Plan your trip to San Jose by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Jose ranges from 0.0 - 3.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Jose when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in San Jose by month
Plan your trip to San Jose by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Jose, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing San Jose
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Jose. 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 Jose. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Portland to San Jose, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.2
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.2
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.2
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.2
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.2
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.2
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$29 | Average$110 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$67 | Average$114 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$117 | Average$229 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$133 | Average$277 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$137 | Average$347 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% |