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$122+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to San José (SJO)

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 1/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — SJO
Jan 29 — Feb 51
Thu 1/29
Thu 2/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to San José

Cheapest flights from Portland to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:00 amPDX - SJO
2 stops13h 55mDelta
Thu 1/17:00 amSJO - PDX
2 stops17h 53mDelta
Deal found 12/28$481
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/307:00 amPDX - SJO
1 stop9h 16mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/18:45 amSJO - PDX
1 stop16h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$507
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2811:59 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop18h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/82:20 pmSJO - PDX
1 stop10h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$613
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/297:45 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop10h 47mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/96:30 amSJO - PDX
2 stops29h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$618
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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.
Tue 12/307:45 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop10h 47mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/68:45 amSJO - PDX
1 stop16h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/29$641
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2811:59 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop16h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/36:30 amSJO - PDX
1 stop18h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$679
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/292:45 pmPDX - SJO
2 stops29h 47mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/36:30 amSJO - PDX
1 stop18h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$684
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2811:59 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop18h 40mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/72:20 pmSJO - PDX
1 stop10h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$757
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2811:59 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop18h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/56:30 amSJO - PDX
1 stop15h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$768

Find flight deals from Portland to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) to San José (SJO). 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 December 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$276
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$122
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$790
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to San José 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 December 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to San José that are best for you.

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PortlandSan José

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

Sat 1/17

7:52 pm-8:32 am

1 stop10h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/23

9:40 am-11:06 pm

1 stop15h 26m

$276

PortlandSan José

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

Tue 1/20

7:00 am-8:39 pm

1 stop11h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/28

6:30 am-6:10 pm

2 stops13h 40m

$281

PortlandSan José

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

Thu 1/22

10:15 pm-1:54 pm

2 stops13h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/4

7:09 am-8:27 pm

1 stop15h 18m

$286

PortlandSan José

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

Mon 1/12

1:35 pm-8:32 am

1 stop16h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/14

2:20 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop10h 33m

$302

PortlandSan José

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

Tue 1/20

7:00 am-8:39 pm

1 stop11h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/27

8:45 am-10:53 pm

1 stop16h 08m

$304

PortlandSan José

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

Sat 1/24

7:51 pm-8:32 am

1 stop10h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/31

9:40 am-11:06 pm

1 stop15h 26m

$305

PortlandSan José

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

Thu 1/29

11:59 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop10h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/12

9:40 am-10:59 pm

1 stop15h 19m

$311

PortlandSan José

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

Thu 1/29

11:59 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop10h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/5

8:45 am-11:06 pm

2 stops16h 21m

$316

PortlandSan José

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

Sun 3/8

5:39 pm-12:08 am

1 stop29h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/13

1:28 am-9:35 am

1 stop33h 07m

$341

PortlandSan José

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

Wed 1/28

7:00 am-6:16 pm

1 stop9h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/5

8:45 am-11:06 pm

2 stops16h 21m

$344

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Deals found on 12/30

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Compare providers for flights from Portland to San José

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 José in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 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 José flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Portland-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-San José 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-San José 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 José

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland to San José?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to San José. Price data was last updated on December 26, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Portland to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 68 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 José?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to San José (average of $275). Flying from Portland to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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 José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 José. Reviews last updated December 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Portland to San José, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,570 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2025

SEA - MSY

I really got a lesson in upgrades. I let my seat get chosen . Both times a middle seat...on purpose ...even when we were not full. That's petty I sat behind the first class . They got more than 1 drink ...and a snack . .and the staff actually talked to them...behind a see thru shawl/sheet in the aisle....... You could see over the seats just fine and you could hear the voices just fine. But the sheet let You KNOW. Your not welcome here. For a moment I regretted not spending 300 dollars per seat so I could see a smile and eat a sandwhich and enjoy my seat . The married couple drank champain and laughed and flirted with each other. It looked so happy and care free MONEY really does buy happiness ..the hateful glares and sighs from my seat mates brought me back to reality I wasn't rich and I still had 2 hours left in this middle seat.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,570 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,570 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2025

SEA - MSY

I really got a lesson in upgrades. I let my seat get chosen . Both times a middle seat...on purpose ...even when we were not full. That's petty I sat behind the first class . They got more than 1 drink ...and a snack . .and the staff actually talked to them...behind a see thru shawl/sheet in the aisle....... You could see over the seats just fine and you could hear the voices just fine. But the sheet let You KNOW. Your not welcome here. For a moment I regretted not spending 300 dollars per seat so I could see a smile and eat a sandwhich and enjoy my seat . The married couple drank champain and laughed and flirted with each other. It looked so happy and care free MONEY really does buy happiness ..the hateful glares and sighs from my seat mates brought me back to reality I wasn't rich and I still had 2 hours left in this middle seat.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,570 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2025

SEA - MSY

I really got a lesson in upgrades. I let my seat get chosen . Both times a middle seat...on purpose ...even when we were not full. That's petty I sat behind the first class . They got more than 1 drink ...and a snack . .and the staff actually talked to them...behind a see thru shawl/sheet in the aisle....... You could see over the seats just fine and you could hear the voices just fine. But the sheet let You KNOW. Your not welcome here. For a moment I regretted not spending 300 dollars per seat so I could see a smile and eat a sandwhich and enjoy my seat . The married couple drank champain and laughed and flirted with each other. It looked so happy and care free MONEY really does buy happiness ..the hateful glares and sighs from my seat mates brought me back to reality I wasn't rich and I still had 2 hours left in this middle seat.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,570 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2025

SEA - MSY

I really got a lesson in upgrades. I let my seat get chosen . Both times a middle seat...on purpose ...even when we were not full. That's petty I sat behind the first class . They got more than 1 drink ...and a snack . .and the staff actually talked to them...behind a see thru shawl/sheet in the aisle....... You could see over the seats just fine and you could hear the voices just fine. But the sheet let You KNOW. Your not welcome here. For a moment I regretted not spending 300 dollars per seat so I could see a smile and eat a sandwhich and enjoy my seat . The married couple drank champain and laughed and flirted with each other. It looked so happy and care free MONEY really does buy happiness ..the hateful glares and sighs from my seat mates brought me back to reality I wasn't rich and I still had 2 hours left in this middle seat.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,121 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,570 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2025

SEA - MSY

I really got a lesson in upgrades. I let my seat get chosen . Both times a middle seat...on purpose ...even when we were not full. That's petty I sat behind the first class . They got more than 1 drink ...and a snack . .and the staff actually talked to them...behind a see thru shawl/sheet in the aisle....... You could see over the seats just fine and you could hear the voices just fine. But the sheet let You KNOW. Your not welcome here. For a moment I regretted not spending 300 dollars per seat so I could see a smile and eat a sandwhich and enjoy my seat . The married couple drank champain and laughed and flirted with each other. It looked so happy and care free MONEY really does buy happiness ..the hateful glares and sighs from my seat mates brought me back to reality I wasn't rich and I still had 2 hours left in this middle seat.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,074 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,570 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2025

SEA - MSY

I really got a lesson in upgrades. I let my seat get chosen . Both times a middle seat...on purpose ...even when we were not full. That's petty I sat behind the first class . They got more than 1 drink ...and a snack . .and the staff actually talked to them...behind a see thru shawl/sheet in the aisle....... You could see over the seats just fine and you could hear the voices just fine. But the sheet let You KNOW. Your not welcome here. For a moment I regretted not spending 300 dollars per seat so I could see a smile and eat a sandwhich and enjoy my seat . The married couple drank champain and laughed and flirted with each other. It looked so happy and care free MONEY really does buy happiness ..the hateful glares and sighs from my seat mates brought me back to reality I wasn't rich and I still had 2 hours left in this middle seat.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Portland to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Departing from Portland to San José will take you 10h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3340 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($188), American Airlines ($275), and United Airlines ($275) offers the cheapest pricing from Portland to San José. These flights start at 66% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Portland to San José are American Airlines ($121), United Airlines ($121), and Alaska Airlines ($156).

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Portland to San José?

    Of the flights from Portland to San José that have layovers, most of them stop in Dallas. Houston follows Dallas in terms of the most common layover location on Portland to San José flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Dallas?

    Most Dallas visitors opt to spend their time experiencing American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Reunion Tower. American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium and Reunion Tower are located about 15.0 mi, 15.5 mi, and 15.6 mi, respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth if you are interested in checking them out. Those on a layover in Dallas in need of a rental car can book one at Dallas/Fort Worth for about $50.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Houston?

    The majority of Houston visitors spend their time at Space Center Houston, House of Blues Houston, and Revention Music Center. Space Center Houston, House of Blues Houston, and Revention Music Center can be accessed by traveling approximately 33.5 mi, 16.1 mi, and 15.5 mi, respectively from Houston George Bush Intcntl. Travelers can book a car rental at Houston George Bush Intcntl for about $35 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Portland to San José flights?

    Flights departing from Portland and landing in San José layover in Los Angeles least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to San José (average of $275). Flying from Portland to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of $411). 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 José

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Portland to San José. 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 December 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$204Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$275Average$567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$275Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$302Average$611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$315Average$610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$537Average$715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$690Average$974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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