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$39+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to Big Sur, CA

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PDX — SFO
Feb 4 — Feb 111
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Tue 2/11
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The best prices from Portland to Big Sur are usually found in January or May, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) to Big Sur (B1G). 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 January 30, 2025.

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Cheapest flights from Portland to Big Sur
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/66:45 amPDX - SFO
Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
Sun 2/99:59 pmSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 51mFrontier
Deal found 1/29$39
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/106:35 amPDX - SFO
Nonstop2h 01mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/128:00 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$53
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 2/52:40 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 51mAlaska Airlines
Wed 2/128:00 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 51mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/30$67
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Wed 2/127:05 amPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 57mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/1210:35 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$85
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Thu 2/65:10 amPDX - SFO
1 stop7h 27mDelta
Thu 2/64:37 pmSFO - PDX
1 stop7h 21mDelta
Deal found 1/28$131
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 3/11:40 pmPDX - SFO
1 stop10h 00mSouthwest
Sat 3/85:15 amSFO - PDX
2 stops8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 1/30$222
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Sat 2/17:00 amPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/14:00 pmSFO - PDX
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/29$238

Find flights from Portland to Big Sur within your budget

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PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Sun 2/9

6:45 am-8:46 am

Nonstop2h 01m

San Francisco

Sun 2/9

9:59 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$48

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Mon 2/10

6:35 am-8:36 am

Nonstop2h 01m

San Francisco

Tue 2/11

7:55 pm-9:43 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

$63

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Sun 2/9

6:03 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 57m

San Francisco

Wed 2/12

7:30 am-9:24 am

Nonstop1h 54m

$67

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Tue 2/11

2:16 pm-4:07 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

San Francisco

Tue 2/11

6:43 pm-8:29 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$72

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Tue 2/25

1:00 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop4h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

6:05 am-10:47 am

1 stop4h 42m

$157

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Wed 2/26

7:20 am-4:10 pm

1 stop8h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 3/5

6:05 am-3:10 pm

2 stops9h 05m

$162

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Sat 2/8

6:03 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 57m

$39

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Sun 3/9

7:30 am-9:17 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$49

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Wed 2/19

9:00 am-2:52 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$53

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Tue 2/4

2:16 pm-4:07 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$59

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Big Sur

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Travel insights for flights from Portland to Big Sur

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Portland to Big Sur including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland to Big Sur?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Big Sur. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Portland to Big Sur is 71 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 to Big Sur?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Big Sur (average of $276). Flying from Portland to Big Sur in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 B1G?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to Big Sur. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

When flying from Portland to Big Sur, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland to Big Sur?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to Big Sur flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons 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 Big Sur

Explore weekly flight availability from Portland to Big Sur. 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 January 30, 2025.

The most flights from PDX to B1G are scheduled on a Thursday (58 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Rainfall in Big Sur by month

Plan your trip to Big Sur by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Big Sur ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Big Sur when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Big Sur by month

Plan your trip to Big Sur by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Big Sur, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Big Sur

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Big Sur. 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 Big Sur. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Portland to Big Sur. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,686 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,450 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,906 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Portland to Big Sur?

    Portland (PDX), located 6.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Portland to Big Sur. 7 airlines have flights from Portland to Big Sur on a regular basis. Booking flights from Portland to Big Sur should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 36 outbound flights to Big Sur per day.

  • How popular is this Portland to Big Sur flight route?

    Within the past month, 199 users have taken a look at flights from Portland to Big Sur.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland to Big Sur one-way?

    $39 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Alaska Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Sun Country Air and Frontier, with prices starting from $49 and $53, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Portland to Big Sur?

    Before booking your flight to Big Sur from Portland, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air China (83%), Singapore Airlines (82%), ANA( 82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland to Big Sur?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Portland to Big Sur? While on average our users pay $973, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $28. The most popular route (Portland - San Francisco), is priced around $53.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to Big Sur that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Portland to Big Sur?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Portland to Big Sur?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to Big Sur 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 Big Sur?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Big Sur (average of $276). Flying from Portland to Big Sur in June is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 Big Sur

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Portland to Big Sur. 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 January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$29Average$101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$56Average$105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$69Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$119Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$136Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$136Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$224Average$662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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