$57 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Portland (PDX)

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Popular airlines from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland International Airport (PDX)

Cheap Flights from San Diego to Portland (SAN-PDX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $57 for one-way flights and $114 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Tue, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 17
SAN
San Diego
PDX
Portland
$114 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$114
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from San Diego to Portland, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $114 found 7 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 24
SAN
San Diego
PDX
Portland
$123 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$123
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from San Diego to Portland, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $123 found 7 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Wed, Sep 17
SAN
San Diego
PDX
Portland
$126 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$126
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from San Diego to Portland, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $126 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 22
SAN
San Diego
PDX
Portland
$127 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$127
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from San Diego to Portland, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $127 found 11 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 11
SAN
San Diego
PDX
Portland
$132 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$132
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 1 from San Diego to Portland, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $132 found 3 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 12
SAN
San Diego
PDX
Portland
$134 Roundtrip, just found
$134
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from San Diego to Portland, returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $134 just found
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 11
SAN
San Diego
PDX
Portland
$143 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$143
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from San Diego to Portland, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $143 found 3 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 9
SAN
San Diego
PDX
Portland
$145 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$145
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from San Diego to Portland, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $145 found 13 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 12
SAN
San Diego
PDX
Portland
$149 Roundtrip, just found
$149
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from San Diego to Portland, returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $149 just found
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 21
SAN
San Diego
PDX
Portland
$153 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$153
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from San Diego to Portland, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $153 found 4 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego (SAN) to Portland (PDX)

December is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $60 - $276 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Portland (PDX)
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Portland Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$114
Distance
933 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 28 mins

San Diego to Portland Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Diego to Portland

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Diego to Portland are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Diego to Portland with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Diego to Portland

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Diego to Portland: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Diego to Portland

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Diego to Portland in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $57 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Diego to Portland flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Diego to Portland airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $57 or cheap return flight from $114 from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
Planning your trip for September can help you save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between SAN and PDX. You'll often find the lowest fares during the off-season.
Which airlines fly direct from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
Fly directly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) on an Alaska Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare airlines, flight times and fares all in one place. Select your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find the carrier with the cheapest SAN to PDX flight.
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
When flying out of San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), you can pick from an average of 4 daily direct flights to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
The 5 PM departures from SAN to PDX see the highest demand. They can also be more expensive. If you want to save on your trip, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to PDX?
Sunday has the most flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
The earliest flight departing from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is at around 6:20AM UTC-8. Hop on this flight and you'll arrive at Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) at approximately 9:05AM UTC-8. The entire trip takes 2h 45m.
How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
Flights from SAN to PDX have an average travel time of 2 hours and 44 minutes. The total distance between the two is 930 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SAN to PDX?
With 91% of journeys usually landing on time, Spirit Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX). To monitor your flight status and get notified about any changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
Book a flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures after this hour are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Portland from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) is the only airport in Portland with direct flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). Browse the options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book a ticket from SAN to PDX generally means paying more. While you may come across some last-minute offers, they're not always guaranteed. Be flexible with your itinerary to boost your chances of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to PDX flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SAN to PDX flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What's more, having everything in one convenient place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and choose from our wide range of stays, then tailor your trip with extras like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
Typically, it's possible to reschedule or cancel your SAN to PDX flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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