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$40+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Portland (SFO - PDX)

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Dec 30 — Jan 61
Mon 12/30
Mon 1/6
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The best prices from San Francisco to Portland are usually found in April or January, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Portland

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$57
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$53
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

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April

Average price

$166
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Tue 12/318:52 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 47mFrontier
Wed 1/15:43 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 58mFrontier
Deal found 12/24$128
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 12/316:00 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 50mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/18:24 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 52mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/23$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 12/314:45 pmSFO - PDX
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Sat 1/47:00 amPDX - SFO
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/24$266
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Sun 12/2911:59 pmSFO - PDX
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/21:34 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$322
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 12/285:25 pmSFO - PDX
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Tue 12/314:30 pmPDX - SFO
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/24$396

Find flights from San Francisco to Portland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 25, 2024.

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San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Tue 2/4

8:00 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 51m

Portland

Fri 2/7

2:40 pm-4:31 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$57

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Thu 1/23

8:40 pm-10:31 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

Portland

Wed 1/29

2:40 pm-4:31 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$58

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Mon 1/6

2:35 pm-4:22 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Portland

Sun 1/12

6:46 am-8:44 am

Nonstop1h 58m

$59

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Sun 1/12

11:00 pm-12:56 am

Nonstop1h 56m

Portland

Sat 3/1

9:55 am-11:52 am

Nonstop1h 57m

$97

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Fri 2/7

1:30 pm-6:54 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Portland

Tue 2/11

7:10 am-12:19 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$136

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Thu 1/9

4:18 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Portland

Sat 1/11

6:00 am-10:48 am

1 stop4h 48m

$200

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Tue 1/21

6:05 am-3:10 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Portland

Tue 1/28

8:35 am-2:30 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$261

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Mon 1/6

2:35 pm-4:22 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$40

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Wed 1/8

8:04 am-9:21 am

1 stop25h 17m

$63

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Fri 1/24

4:37 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$68

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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 Francisco 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
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 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 Francisco-Portland flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Portland flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Portland flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 Francisco-Portland flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for San Francisco to Portland flights

Find out what our experts recommend to make the most of your San Francisco to Portland trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus seats guarantee an empty middle seat for more comfort.


Early check-in helps secure your place on overbooked flights.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Alaska Airlines

Saver Fare allows a carry-on but restricts seat selection and changes.


Alaska Lounge offers fresh food and craft cocktails, surpassing competitors.

Read more about Alaska Airlinesby Robert Schrader
United Airlines

Basic Economy allows a personal item only; no carry-on bags without extra fees.


Prepay checked bags 24 hours before to save on fees.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Airports
SFO

Save time at SFO by using the AirTrain Red Line to quickly navigate between terminals and security checkpoints.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
PDX

Use the MAX Red Line for a convenient and affordable 40-minute ride from PDX to downtown Portland.

Read more about PDXby Brandon Schultz
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines and SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on PDX

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon travels every week and makes friends with stray cats wherever he goes. Dogs, too... he once brought one home to the US from the Amalfi Coast. He’s written 6 books, visited 6 continents (still waiting on Antarctica), and would eat ice cream 6 times a day if he could. He lives in Brooklyn, New York, with his partner and three cats.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Portland

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Portland

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Portland. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Portland may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 60 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 San Francisco to Portland?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Portland (average of $277). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to PDX?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 25, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Portland is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 38% on airfare.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Portland

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 December 25, 2024.

The most flights from SFO to PDX are scheduled on a Monday (56 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (35 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 December 25, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Frontier and Delta from San Francisco to Portland. 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
4,765 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

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
4,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

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
9,555 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

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
8,580 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

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
9,009 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,765 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Portland?

    Portland is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Portland from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Portland (PDX) should be relatively easy as there are 44 daily flights to Portland from 7 different airlines. 1h 40m is how long a flight from San Francisco to Portland will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    The San Francisco to Portland flight path was viewed by 104 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Portland is Alaska Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $57 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and United Airlines, starting at $59 and $97 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Portland for 67% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $53 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $64 and $68, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Portland consider choosing United Airlines (89%), Asiana Airlines (89%) or Air New Zealand (87%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Portland? While on average our users pay $696, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $26. The most popular route (San Francisco - Portland), is priced around $38.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Portland (average of $277). Flying from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Portland

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 25, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$47Average$122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$116Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
CitizenPlaneCheapest$131Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$134Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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