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$54+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Portland (SAN - PDX)

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 2/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — PDX
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
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The best prices from San Diego to Portland are usually found in January or September, booked 69 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 December 19, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$143
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$54
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$307
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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 December 19, 2024.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/253:40 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop18h 06mFrontier
Wed 1/15:43 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop26h 44mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$147
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/256:06 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop5h 28mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/12:55 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop7h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/18$180
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:06 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop5h 28mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/21:34 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop6h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$183
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/245:03 pmSAN - PDX
1 stop18h 37mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/224:59 pmPDX - SAN
Nonstop2h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/18$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/246:35 amSAN - PDX
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Thu 1/27:20 pmPDX - SAN
1 stop4h 29mDelta
Deal found 12/17$341
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/256:15 amSAN - PDX
2 stops12h 27mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/19:00 amPDX - SAN
2 stops11h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$416

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 December 19, 2024.

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San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

Wed 5/7

12:45 pm-12:17 am

1 stop11h 32m

Portland

Mon 5/12

7:35 pm-12:07 am

1 stop4h 32m

$144

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

Wed 1/8

8:00 am-10:45 am

Nonstop2h 45m

Portland

Sat 1/11

1:37 pm-8:19 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$146

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

Thu 1/16

7:26 pm-9:21 am

1 stop13h 55m

Portland

Thu 1/23

5:30 pm-2:56 pm

2 stops21h 26m

$150

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

Wed 4/2

11:05 am-6:38 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Portland

Mon 4/7

5:25 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$166

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

Mon 1/13

10:15 am-8:37 pm

2 stops10h 22m

Portland

Sat 1/25

3:25 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$181

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

Mon 12/30

9:50 am-6:06 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Portland

Thu 1/2

1:34 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$202

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

Thu 3/13

6:30 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop3h 50m

Portland

Thu 3/20

5:00 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops5h 40m

$378

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

Fri 2/21

11:10 am-6:49 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$54

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

Tue 2/18

7:27 pm-9:21 am

1 stop13h 54m

$57

San DiegoPortland

SAN - PDX

SANPDX

San Diego

Wed 1/8

2:07 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

$69

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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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice 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 December 13, 2024.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Portland is 69 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 December 19, 2024.

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 17% versus a flight in the evening.

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 December 16, 2024.

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

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 December 19, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,551 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,048 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,120 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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 43m for a nonstop flight. There are 4 flights from San Diego to Portland per day from 6 airlines.

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

    Within the past month, 39 users have taken a look at flights from San Diego to Portland.

  • 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 $143. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Alaska Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $146 and $156, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 42% 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 $54. Spirit Airlines flights start at $57 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $69 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: SkyWest Airlines (100%), Horizon Air (100%), Icelandair( 89%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $265 for a flight from San Diego to Portland. The cheapest flight overall is $68 while the most popular route, (San Diego - Portland) is currently priced at $72.

  • 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 December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$76Average$140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$163Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$294Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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