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Cheapest round-trip
$182
Typical prices: $292-$167
Southwest
Wed 8/19Wed 8/26
PDX - SJC • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$184
Typical prices: $284-$167
Alaska Airlines
Wed 8/5Mon 8/10
PDX - SJC • Non-stop
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Alaska adds a 20-minute baggage guarantee and free streaming; Wi-Fi costs extra.
Southwest Rapid Rewards points don't expire; extra legroom seats add early boarding.
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Cheapest • Avg $146 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Portland to San Jose (PDX-SJC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Portland to San Jose that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to San Jose

Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26
Southwest Logo
7:50 am - 4:25 pm
PDX
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SJC
8h 35m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:55 pm - 8:40 pm
SJC
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PDX
1h 45mnonstop
$182Southwest
Wed, Aug 5 - Mon, Aug 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 9:09 am
PDX
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SJC
1h 54mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:37 pm - 8:29 pm
SJC
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PDX
1h 52mnonstop
$184Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jul 22 - Wed, Jul 29
Southwest Logo
8:45 am - 10:30 am
PDX
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SJC
1h 45mnonstop
Southwest Logo
5:00 pm - 11:55 pm
SJC
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PDX
6h 55m
1 stop
$187Southwest
Wed, Jul 22 - Wed, Jul 29
Southwest Logo
5:15 am - 1:15 pm
PDX
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SJC
8h 00m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 7:55 am
SJC
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PDX
1h 50mnonstop
$192Southwest
Tue, Jul 7 - Tue, Jul 14
Southwest Logo
8:35 pm - 7:15 am
PDX
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SJC
10h 40m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 7:55 am
SJC
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PDX
1h 50mnonstop
$193Southwest
Thu, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 25
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3:25 pm - 11:05 pm
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SJC
7h 40m
1 stop
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12:20 pm - 2:05 pm
SJC
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PDX
1h 45mnonstop
$194Southwest
Wed, Jul 8 - Wed, Jul 15
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5:50 pm - 10:48 pm
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SJC
4h 58m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:20 am - 11:41 am
SJC
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PDX
4h 21m
1 stop
$197Delta
Thu, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 25
Southwest Logo
7:55 pm - 9:45 pm
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SJC
1h 50mnonstop
Southwest Logo
7:20 am - 4:10 pm
SJC
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PDX
8h 50m
2 stops
$199Southwest
Thu, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:33 am - 1:23 pm
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SJC
1h 50mnonstop
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12:03 pm - 1:48 pm
SJC
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PDX
1h 45mnonstop
$201Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jul 22 - Wed, Jul 29
Southwest Logo
5:15 am - 1:15 pm
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SJC
8h 00m
2 stops
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5:00 pm - 11:55 pm
SJC
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PDX
6h 55m
1 stop
$202Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Portland to San Jose flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Portland to San Jose to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Portland to San Jose, California?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Portland to San Jose, California departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to San Jose?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Portland to San Jose clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Portland to San Jose, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from San Jose back to Portland, the best deals are generally found on Saturday, with Monday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to San Jose?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Portland to San Jose, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Portland to San Jose is October, where tickets cost $187 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $345 and $304 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Portland to San Jose?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $277 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Portland to San Jose?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Portland to San Jose, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Portland to San Jose, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 62% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

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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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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Gabriel Leigh

Expert on PDX

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on SJC

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$99
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flight from Portland to San Jose

When to book flights from Portland to San Jose

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Portland to San Jose based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Portland to San Jose

  • Which is the best way to get to downtown San Jose from SJC?

    San Jose International Airport (SJC) is about 3.9 miles from the city center of San Jose. The best way to commute between the two destinations is via bus line 22, which takes about 32min to cover this distance. If you want to be there in under 10min, take a taxi.

  • How can I move between the terminals at SJC?

    There are two passenger terminals at San Jose International Airport (SJC), Terminal A and Terminal B. Domestic flights and international departures use Terminal A, whereas Terminal B handles international arrivals. Movement between the two terminals is via walkways going through the hallway. For those with reduced mobility, a free shuttle runs between the terminals, at a 7-10min interval.

  • Can I withdraw money at SJC?

    Suppose you arrived with a depleted wallet and want to recharge it. In this case, you’ll have various options at your disposal. You can locate the ATMs at the luggage claim area, and across from gates 10, 13 & 15.

  • Are there car rentals are SJC?

    If you think you’re better off exploring San Jose in a rental car, you can never go wrong car hire agencies at SJC. The Rental Car Center is a few steps directly opposite Terminal B. If you’re arriving through Terminal A, take the airport blue shuttle bus to this spot.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Portland to San Jose?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Portland to San Jose was $99 for a one-way ticket and $182 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Portland and San Jose?

    No

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Portland to San Jose?

    Portland and San Jose are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Portland from Portland and will be arriving at San Jose.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Portland to San Jose?

    Alaska Airlines, Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Portland to San Jose flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Portland to San Jose?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Portland to San Jose flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Portland to San Jose?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Portland and San Jose.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Portland to San Jose?

    There are nonstop flights from Portland to San Jose on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Portland to San Jose, Alaska Airlines or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Portland to San Jose are Alaska Airlines and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $294 and an overall rating of 7.9, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $239 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Portland to San Jose?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Portland to San Jose.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Portland to San Jose?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Jose from Portland is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Portland to San Jose?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Jose with an airline and back to Portland with another airline. Booking your flights between Portland and SJC can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Portland to San Jose?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Jose from Portland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Portland to San Jose

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $128 or less one-way and $238 or less round-trip.
  • There are several lounges at Portland International Airport (PDX) operated by multiple carriers. Typically, only members and holders of registered cards enjoy priority access to these facilities. Among the popular lounges here are Alaska Lounge found on the Airside, Concourse C, near Gate C5, and Delta Sky Club located on the Airside, Concourse D, between Gates D5 And D7.
  • The distance from downtown Portland to Portland International Airport (PDX) is about 12.4 miles. Several transportations ply this route. However, the Central Oregon Breeze bus offers the best way to commute between the two points, taking about 20min to cover the distance. The bus provides services four times a week. A taxi is handy for those who want to get there quickly, as it takes 17min to run from downtown Portland to PDX.
  • Families departing with the young ones from PDX to San Jose International Airport (SJC) should remember that there are special suites at PDX designated for nursing moms. Other amenities in these rooms include chairs, sinks, and power sockets. You can find these after BC and DE security checkpoints, adjacent to Gate D2.
  • If you’ll be departing early in the morning to San Jose International Airport (SJC) via PDX, plan and pass a night in one of the hotels around the hotel. Usually, such facilities provide courtesy shuttles to and from the airport. Courtyard by Marriott Portland Airport is one such hotel.
  • Those who wish to drop off their cars at Portland International Airport (PDX) before their voyage to San Jose International Airport (SJC) won’t have a shortage of options. There are three levels of parking, including long-term and short-term parking located at the airport, adjacent to terminals, and economy Near I-205 off of Airport Way.

Prefer to fly direct from Portland to San Jose?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Portland to San Jose.
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Direct departures

Portland to San Jose

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

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Direct returns

San Jose to Portland

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Portland to San Jose

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Portland to San Jose. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.9
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 12482 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
7.8Comfort
7.0Entertainment
8.5Crew
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On this flight there wer only 25 people on board. So no one in 5 rows ahead of me and noone in 7 rows behind me. So very chill.

10.0 Excellentnora, May 2026
PDX - STS
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On this flight there wer only 25 people on board. So no one in 5 rows ahead of me and noone in 7 rows behind me. So very chill.

Generally Good. Outbound flight was marred by a continuously s creaming baby. Fortunately the flight was only 90 mins long it would be nice if people traveling with small childres could be centered in one part of the plane. Also, you need to adapt your servey to include a "not applicable " option for things like food and entertainment, which are not offered on shorter flights. I fily Alaska by choice as given all the cirumstances, I fel\el you do a good job.

Fine for a short flight. All went well. Snacks are lacking and I couldn’t hook up to wifi through the app, but it was fine.

Aircraft was freezing, cold air blowing on me the entire time and the individual fans were turned off.

Alaska used to be a top notch airline. With it's growth it is now in line with the big airlines. Not bad, not great.

Great. I did have a little issue getting into the Lounge, which is likely more an American Airlines issue. I did not carry my physical AAdvantage Executive credit card with me on this trip, which Admirals Club membership is a part of the benefits of having this card. The instructions on the AA website and the Citi cards website make it seem like you don't need the physical card, as both sites state you can enter with your boarding pass and driver's license. But both lounges said you were required to present the physical card (and not the digital version, via Apple Pay), as only the physical card says "Admirals Club" on the back.I also do not have a physical Admirals Club membership card, so while both lounges eventually let me in, both denied me entrance initially for this reason.

Everything from the time I booked my flight through to the end when I got home was smooth and wonderful. Service was great, the flight attendants were attentive and there were no outstanding delays.

Delayed and no entertainment? I also forgot my headphones and immediately reported it and have not heard back yet.

The crew was very friendly. Boarding was quick and efficient.

we waited for 50 minutes to check a bag and missed a flight. do better.

The first time I flew in the extra legroom section. It was difficult to notice a difference. I had bad luck with my neighbors. The crew was okay. Southwest has reduced the live TV options.

No gluten free snacks. Seats felt worn or bare bones even though it was a new 737 MAX 8.

Plane was clean and comfortable. Flight attendants and gate staff were professional, friendly and efficient. Boarding and deplaning were orderly and efficient. All in all, the typical excellent Southwest experience.

Not having a five hour delay with little notice! The crew was very kind, though, and just as tired as we passengers were. The flight didn't depart until nearly 1 am...and no reason was ever given.

This leg was much better, but we did have to have a 3 hour lay o er after coming from a very exhausting hiccup with our flight from BNA to Den

The Air hostess were very rude on my flight from Houston to Austin . Their regular communication itself felt a they are shouting at people.

Boarding was easy. The seats are small and fairly uncomfortable

The problem with the seat assignments is that there were a lot of rows in the front that were empty but my row at the back was full. Just not so pleasant.

No food or entertainment, just a quick 40 minute flight. A little bumpy due to Santa Ana winds but pilot has no control over that. Good flight and landing!

Good but I prefer choose your own seat. With the new assigned seats they should board from the back I see no advantage to this new boarding. Just like every other airline

Flight delayed two hours , missed connection flight then connection cancelled- horrible experience with hotel

The checking was disaster, the crew wasn't behave well. It took us two hours to check in, after that thr line at the TSA was long, we barely make the flight. Bad airline

I like that if they asked you to checked in a bag at the gate they give you priority to board

I liked the Starlink WiFi but didn't like how they said they were the only airline to offer a free meal and it turns out to be just a standalone sandwich and then charge for snacks to go with it. Rather have the free snacks like Southwest, but have the option to purchase a decent meal for a 5+ hour flight.

I like Hawaiian, it was great that they had good internet connection across the Pacific Ocean, thanks to Star Link satellites. The seating was comfortable, ( I was in economy ). Maybe I missed it, but I only got offered a beverage once. It was a nonstop flight KOA to SMF. I would take it again next time I go that way.

Previously flown Hawaiian Airlines on similar routes, I found Alaska Airlines to be noticeably more comfortable. The seats on Alaska Airlines provided better support and cushioning, which made a significant difference on the long flight to the islands. When you’re spending 5-6 hours in the air, seat comfort really matters, and Alaska Airlines delivered where it counts. After comparing both carriers, I’ve decided to book with Alaska Airlines for all my future Hawaii trips. The superior seat comfort alone makes it worth choosing Alaska over Hawaiian Airlines. If you’re planning a trip to Hawaii and prioritizing comfort, I’d recommend giving Alaska Airlines a try. You won’t be disappointed. Highly recommended for Hawaii travel!

I received several emails about my 3:10 flight. When I showed up to the airport at 12:30 to check my bags I was told the flight was actually at 1 pm. They grudgingly rebooked me for a flight at 5:22 to Vegas to get a connecting to LAX. I did find the gate for my original 3:10 flight but they were booked. I proceeded to receive status updates and gate change information for the 3:10 flight, even though I was apparently never supposed to be on that flight

The crew was EXTREMELY helpful And sweet and the flight was smooth!

The Kayak confirmation number did not work for checking in the day before. I checked in at 8.30 using my ticket number. When I arrived at the airport, I was informed that the flight was overbooked, and since I had checked in late, I did not have a seat. The Next flight was not until ten PM. I called my wife, who had been taking care of our kids all weekend, and she was upset, calling me a liar and telling me to stay in SD. It turned my weekend getaway into a nightmare! I blame the Kayak website and will not book flights using your app in the future.

One hour waiting time after boarding, but arrived in time. I am satisfied

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Compare transportation modes for Portland to San Jose

Transportation modeAverage priceAverage duration
Flights$4031h 45m
Trains$31719h 52m