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$69+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to Big Sur, CA

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PDX — SFO
Apr 5 — Apr 121
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to Big Sur

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Portland to Big Sur flight deals. Data was last updated March 31, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$147
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$69
(iWofly)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$340
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From Portland to Big Sur
One-way flight from Portland to Big Sur
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($57 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from Portland to Big Sur
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Big Sur. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/142:52 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 49mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 5/216:59 pmSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 44mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/30$147
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/267:40 amPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 52mAlaska Airlines
Sun 4/278:00 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/30$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/142:52 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 49mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/218:39 amSFO - PDX
1 stop5h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$164
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/91:45 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 48mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/239:05 pmSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$174
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/244:54 pmPDX - SFO
1 stop5h 44mDelta
Mon 4/284:36 pmSFO - PDX
1 stop4h 13mDelta
Deal found 3/30$177
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Thu 6/266:10 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop2h 08mFrontier
Sun 6/298:45 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$199
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Wed 4/302:35 pmPDX - SFO
2 stops8h 05mSouthwest
Sat 5/35:00 amSFO - PDX
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$212

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

Fly from

Portland

Fly to

Big Sur

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Wed 5/14

2:52 pm-4:41 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

San Francisco

Wed 5/21

6:59 pm-8:43 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$147

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Sat 4/26

7:40 am-9:32 am

Nonstop1h 52m

San Francisco

Sun 4/27

8:00 am-9:48 am

Nonstop1h 48m

$163

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Wed 5/14

2:52 pm-4:41 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

San Francisco

Wed 5/21

8:39 am-1:50 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$164

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Fri 5/9

1:45 pm-3:33 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

San Francisco

Sat 8/23

9:05 pm-10:51 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$174

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Thu 4/24

4:54 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop5h 44m

San Francisco

Mon 4/28

4:36 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop4h 13m

$177

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Thu 6/26

6:10 pm-8:18 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

San Francisco

Sun 6/29

8:45 am-10:33 am

Nonstop1h 48m

$199

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Wed 4/30

2:35 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops8h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

5:00 am-9:50 am

1 stop4h 50m

$212

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Sat 4/26

7:40 am-9:32 am

Nonstop1h 52m

$69

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Thu 5/15

2:37 pm-4:25 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

$77

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Tue 4/29

2:35 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$94

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Big Sur

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to Big Sur

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 March 28, 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 $393). 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 March 31, 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 Friday 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 March 31, 2025.

The most flights from PDX to B1G are scheduled on a Monday (63 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 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 March 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest 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.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 42 outbound flights to Big Sur per day.

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

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

    $69 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 Frontier and Hawaiian Airlines, with prices starting from $71 and $77, 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: Sun Country Air (100%), Horizon Air (90%), ANA( 89%).

  • 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 $1,811, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $78. The most popular route (Portland - San Francisco), is priced around $147.

  • 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 $393). 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$29Average$99FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$56Average$105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$73Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$113Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$119Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$122Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$133Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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