$109+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME to San Francisco (PWM - SFO)
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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to San Francisco are usually found in February or September, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday
Cheap flight deals from Portland to San Francisco
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PWM) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 25, 2025.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $217 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $109 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $521 |
Find flight deals from Portland to San Francisco
Cheapest flights from Portland to San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to San Francisco 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 25, 2025.
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Price
PortlandSan Francisco
PWM - SFO
PWMSFO
Portland
Tue 7/15
5:55 am-11:13 am
1 stop8h 18m
San Francisco
Sat 7/19
11:01 am-10:59 pm
1 stop8h 58m
PortlandSan Francisco
PWM - SFO
PWMSFO
Portland
Wed 6/4
5:00 pm-10:38 pm
1 stop8h 38m
San Francisco
Wed 6/11
1:00 pm-12:46 am
1 stop8h 46m
PortlandSan Francisco
PWM - SFO
PWMSFO
Portland
Wed 4/16
5:35 pm-12:31 am
1 stop9h 56m
San Francisco
Tue 4/22
11:44 am-11:28 pm
1 stop8h 44m
PortlandSan Francisco
PWM - SFO
PWMSFO
Portland
Fri 5/16
9:30 pm-12:58 pm
1 stop18h 28m
San Francisco
Sun 5/18
9:57 pm-8:40 pm
1 stop19h 43m
PortlandSan Francisco
PWM - SFO
PWMSFO
Portland
Tue 4/8
6:45 pm-1:22 am
1 stop9h 37m
San Francisco
Fri 4/11
12:08 am-11:02 am
1 stop7h 54m
PortlandSan Francisco
PWM - SFO
PWMSFO
Portland
Sat 6/28
12:58 pm-10:53 pm
1 stop12h 55m
San Francisco
Sun 7/6
11:59 pm-11:35 am
1 stop8h 36m
PortlandSan Francisco
PWM - SFO
PWMSFO
Portland
Fri 5/16
11:40 am-9:05 pm
2 stops12h 25m
San Francisco
Sun 5/18
9:20 pm-1:40 pm
2 stops13h 20m
PortlandSan Francisco
PWM - SFO
PWMSFO
Portland
Wed 5/14
10:23 am-5:13 pm
2 stops33h 50m
San Francisco
Sun 5/18
4:00 pm-5:36 pm
3 stops22h 36m
PortlandSan Francisco
PWM - SFO
PWMSFO
Portland
Wed 6/4
4:01 pm-10:05 pm
1 stop9h 04m
PortlandSan Francisco
PWM - SFO
PWMSFO
Portland
Tue 4/15
5:32 am-2:36 pm
1 stop12h 04m
Compare providers for flights from Portland to San Francisco
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 Portland to San Francisco in March.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Portland, Maine-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Portland, Maine-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland, Maine-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland, Maine-San Francisco 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 Portland, Maine-San Francisco 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 Portland to San Francisco
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Portland with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to San Francisco
How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland, Maine to San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.
The best time to book flights from Portland, Maine to San Francisco is 50 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 Portland, Maine to San Francisco?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Portland, Maine to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 PWM to SFO?
Find hourly flight availability from Portland to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.
Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from Portland, Maine to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the evening.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland, Maine to San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland, Maine to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons 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.
Rainfall in San Francisco by month
Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco 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 when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in San Francisco by month
Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, 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
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and Breeze Airways from Portland to San Francisco. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Crew
Entertainment
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Reviews
Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Food
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Boarding
Crew
Entertainment
Comfort
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Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Food
Overall
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Crew
Entertainment
Comfort
Reviews
Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Food
Overall
Boarding
Crew
Entertainment
Comfort
Reviews
Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Food
Overall
Boarding
Crew
Entertainment
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Reviews
Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
Food
Overall
Boarding
Crew
Entertainment
Comfort
Reviews
Merlyn,Feb 2025
LAX - SMF
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Top 4 airlines flying from Portland to San Francisco
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$214 | Average$468 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$255 | Average$420 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$276 | Average$513 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$327 | Average$535 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% |