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$44+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 3/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — SFO
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
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Round-trip from

$122
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One-way from

$44
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Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$195
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Cheapest flights from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Tue 4/16:13 pmPDX - OAK
1 stop17h 03mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/77:31 amOAK - PDX
1 stop4h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/21$122
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Sat 5/36:50 amPDX - OAK
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/58:37 pmOAK - PDX
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$123
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/106:10 amPDX - OAK
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Wed 3/124:45 pmOAK - PDX
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 2/22$127
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.
Thu 3/138:55 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 48mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 3/1711:11 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/20$128
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/212:30 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 51mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/911:11 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$129
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/212:30 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 51mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/911:11 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/22$133
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/66:14 amPDX - SJC
Nonstop1h 50mAlaska Airlines
Sat 3/88:44 amSJC - PDX
Nonstop1h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$137
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 3/176:00 amPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/2010:55 pmSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$137
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/286:32 amPDX - SJC
1 stop8h 31mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/39:18 pmSJC - PDX
1 stop12h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/22$139
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/21:15 pmPDX - SJC
1 stop5h 26mFrontier
Mon 5/512:20 pmSJC - PDX
1 stop12h 18mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$140
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/132:33 pmPDX - SJC
1 stop4h 26mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/175:57 pmSJC - PDX
2 stops19h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/22$141
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/102:05 pmPDX - OAK
2 stops9h 54mDelta
Wed 3/126:00 amOAK - PDX
1 stop6h 23mDelta
Deal found 2/22$142

Find flights from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area 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 22, 2025.

Fly from

Portland

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

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Depart

Return

Price

PortlandOakland

PDX - OAK

PDXOAK

Portland

Tue 4/1

6:13 pm-11:16 am

1 stop17h 03m

Oakland

Mon 4/7

7:31 am-12:25 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$122

PortlandOakland

PDX - OAK

PDXOAK

Portland

Sat 5/3

6:50 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Oakland

Mon 5/5

8:37 pm-9:57 am

1 stop13h 20m

$123

PortlandOakland

PDX - OAK

PDXOAK

Portland

Mon 3/10

6:10 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Oakland

Wed 3/12

4:45 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$127

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Thu 3/13

8:55 pm-10:43 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

San Francisco

Mon 3/17

11:11 am-1:01 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$128

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Wed 4/2

12:30 pm-2:21 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

San Francisco

Wed 4/9

11:11 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$129

PortlandSan Francisco

PDX - SFO

PDXSFO

Portland

Wed 4/2

12:30 pm-2:21 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

San Francisco

Wed 4/9

11:11 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$133

PortlandSan Jose

PDX - SJC

PDXSJC

Portland

Thu 3/6

6:14 am-8:04 am

Nonstop1h 50m

San Jose

Sat 3/8

8:44 am-10:32 am

Nonstop1h 48m

$137

PortlandSan Jose

PDX - SJC

PDXSJC

Portland

Tue 3/4

10:16 am-4:45 pm

1 stop6h 29m

San Jose

Thu 3/6

6:15 am-8:03 am

Nonstop1h 48m

$139

PortlandSan Jose

PDX - SJC

PDXSJC

Portland

Fri 5/2

1:15 pm-6:41 pm

1 stop5h 26m

San Jose

Mon 5/5

12:20 pm-12:38 am

1 stop12h 18m

$140

PortlandSan Jose

PDX - SJC

PDXSJC

Portland

Thu 3/13

2:33 pm-6:59 pm

1 stop4h 26m

San Jose

Mon 3/17

5:57 pm-1:38 pm

2 stops19h 41m

$141

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area

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Travel insights for flights from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 22, 2025.

The most flights from PDX to zzXIH are scheduled on a Wednesday (56 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (44 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, 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 San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated February 22, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area. 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
4,396 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,702 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,203 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,314 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,396 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area?

    For a flight from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area, you will be flying from Portland. Portland (PDX) is just 6.0 mi from the center of the city.

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

    The Portland to San Francisco Bay Area flight path was viewed by 207 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 to fly from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $44. Sun Country Air flights start at $49 while deals on Southwest start at $59 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area?

    When deciding which route to take from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area consider Portland - San Francisco, Portland - San Jose or Portland - Oakland as they are the most popular.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area on time: Horizon Air (90%), ANA (87%), Air China (86%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $888 for a flight from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area. The cheapest flight overall is $38 while the most popular route, (Portland - San Francisco) is currently priced at $129.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Portland to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$19Average$91FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$56Average$113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$69Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$118Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$118Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$136Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$194Average$662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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