Portland

$56+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Portland (SAN - PDX)

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SAN — PDX
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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The best prices from San Diego to Portland are usually found in January or September, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Portland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Portland (PDX). 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$149
(Expedia)

One-way from

$56
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$233

Good round-trip deal

$224 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
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From San Diego to Portland
One-way flight from San Diego to Portland
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Portland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Fri 3/146:15 amSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/177:32 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop11h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$149
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/55:39 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop19h 59mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/122:33 pmPDX - SAN
3 stops24h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$151
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/68:49 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop27h 51mFrontier
Sun 6/84:58 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop16h 41mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$168
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/166:15 amSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 51mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 4/289:30 pmPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/20$176
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 4/36:15 amSAN - PDX
Nonstop2h 51mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/86:59 pmPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 6/146:55 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop4h 57mDelta
Tue 6/177:14 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Deal found 2/20$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sun 4/209:00 amSAN - PDX
2 stops6h 20mSouthwest
Thu 4/246:25 amPDX - SAN
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 3/66:15 amSAN - PDX
1 stop6h 22mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/101:39 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop4h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$319

Find flights from San Diego to Portland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Portland 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 February 20, 2025.

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San Diego

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Portland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

Fri 3/14

6:15 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 45m

Portland

Mon 3/17

7:32 pm-7:30 am

1 stop11h 58m

$149

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

Wed 3/5

5:39 pm-1:38 pm

1 stop19h 59m

Portland

Wed 3/12

2:33 pm-2:42 pm

3 stops24h 09m

$151

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

Fri 6/6

8:49 pm-12:40 am

1 stop27h 51m

Portland

Sun 6/8

4:58 pm-9:39 am

1 stop16h 41m

$168

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

Wed 4/16

6:15 am-9:06 am

Nonstop2h 51m

Portland

Mon 4/28

9:30 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$176

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

Thu 4/3

6:15 am-9:06 am

Nonstop2h 51m

Portland

Tue 4/8

6:59 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

$177

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

Sat 6/14

6:55 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Portland

Tue 6/17

7:14 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop4h 27m

$257

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

Sun 4/20

9:00 am-3:20 pm

2 stops6h 20m

Portland

Thu 4/24

6:25 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$278

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

Thu 3/6

6:15 am-12:37 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Portland

Mon 3/10

1:39 pm-6:18 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$319

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

Fri 3/7

9:19 pm-8:40 am

1 stop11h 21m

$56

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

Tue 3/4

9:56 am-1:38 pm

1 stop27h 42m

$58

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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 San Diego to Portland in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.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 San Diego-Portland flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Portland flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Portland flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Portland 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 San Diego-Portland 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 San Diego to Portland

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Travel insights for flights from San Diego to Portland

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Portland. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Portland is 59 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 San Diego to Portland?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Portland (average of $277). Flying from San Diego to Portland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 SAN to PDX?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Portland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Portland, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 8% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Portland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Portland. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Portland

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Portland. 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to PDX are scheduled on a Thursday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Portland by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Portland ranges from 0.7 - 5.6 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Portland when rainfall is around 0.7 in.

Temperature in Portland by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Portland, 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 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Portland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Portland. 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 Portland. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Diego to Portland. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Portland. 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 San Diego to Portland?

    If you book a flight from San Diego to Portland, you will be flying from San Diego to Portland. Flights to Portland (PDX) from San Diego (SAN) take 2h 38m for a nonstop flight. There are 6 flights from San Diego to Portland per day from 6 airlines.

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

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Portland, with prices starting at $151. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and Hawaiian Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $168 and $176, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 39% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $56. Spirit Airlines flights start at $58 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $79 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to Portland from San Diego, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Icelandair (89%), Hawaiian Airlines (75%), Japan Airlines( 74%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $349 for a flight from San Diego to Portland. The cheapest flight overall is $78 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Portland) is currently priced at $82.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Portland (average of $277). Flying from San Diego to Portland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Portland

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Portland. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$78Average$125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$87Average$152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$156Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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