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$173+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Portland (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 4/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — PDX
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Portland are usually found in January or May, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Portland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) 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 March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$298
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$173
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$585
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Cheapest flights from San José to Portland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/1711:13 amSJO - PDX
2 stops23h 34mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/262:25 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop28h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$298
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Mon 5/121:12 amSJO - PDX
1 stop13h 00mAlaska Airlines
Thu 5/156:33 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop28h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$352
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/302:10 pmSJO - PDX
2 stops32h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/711:59 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop12h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$364
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 5/812:28 pmSJO - PDX
2 stops25h 14mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/171:37 pmPDX - SJO
2 stops19h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$435
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 4/27:00 amSJO - PDX
1 stop12h 01mDelta
Wed 4/96:15 amPDX - SJO
1 stop14h 11mDelta
Deal found 3/27$445
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/101:12 amSJO - PDX
1 stop32h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/181:35 pmPDX - SJO
2 stops19h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$541

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Portland that are best for you.

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Portland

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San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/17

11:13 am-9:47 am

2 stops23h 34m

Portland

Sat 4/26

2:25 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop28h 12m

$298

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/12

1:12 am-1:12 pm

1 stop13h 00m

Portland

Thu 5/15

6:33 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop28h 13m

$352

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/30

2:10 pm-9:33 pm

2 stops32h 23m

Portland

Wed 5/7

11:59 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop12h 16m

$364

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/26

1:20 pm-9:08 am

2 stops20h 48m

Portland

Sat 5/3

5:26 pm-6:10 am

2 stops11h 44m

$404

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/8

12:28 pm-12:42 pm

2 stops25h 14m

Portland

Sat 5/17

1:37 pm-10:27 am

2 stops19h 50m

$435

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/10

1:12 am-8:31 am

1 stop32h 19m

Portland

Sun 5/18

1:35 pm-10:27 am

2 stops19h 52m

$541

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/17

1:30 pm-8:09 pm

2 stops31h 39m

$173

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/19

1:06 am-1:47 pm

1 stop13h 41m

$193

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/18

12:27 pm-6:43 pm

2 stops31h 16m

$201

San JoséPortland

SJO - PDX

SJOPDX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/20

12:28 pm-4:45 pm

3 stops29h 17m

$230

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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 José to Portland in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 José, San José Province-Portland flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-Portland flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Portland flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-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 José, San José Province-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 José to Portland

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Portland

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Portland?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Portland. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to Portland is 34 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 José, San José Province to Portland?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Portland (average of $277). Flying from San José, San José Province to Portland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $370). 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 SJO to PDX?

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 March 28, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San José, San José Province to Portland in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 March 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, SWISS and United Airlines from San José to Portland to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,570 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,882 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Portland round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San José, San José Province to Portland round-trip from $298. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $352, and American Airlines, from $364. You may be able to fly from San José, San José Province to Portland for 48% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Portland one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $173. Alaska Airlines flights start at $193 while deals on American Airlines start at $201 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José 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 José, San José Province to Portland?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Portland (average of $277). Flying from San José, San José Province to Portland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $370). 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 5 airlines flying from San José to Portland

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$308Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$343Average$585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$384Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$392Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$401Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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