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Cheapest round-trip
$127
Typical prices: $137-$341
Southwest
Mon 9/14Sat 9/19
PDX - OAK • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$134
Typical prices: $135-$349
Southwest
Mon 9/7Mon 9/14
PDX - OAK • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Portland to Oakland (PDX-OAK)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Portland to Oakland 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 Oakland

Mon, Sep 14 - Sat, Sep 19
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5:00 am - 6:45 am
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1h 45mnonstop
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2:25 pm - 9:05 pm
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6h 40m
1 stop
$127Southwest
Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 15
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9:00 am - 3:05 pm
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OAK
6h 05m
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1:50 pm - 3:25 pm
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PDX
1h 35mnonstop
$127Southwest
Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26
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7:50 am - 9:35 am
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OAK
1h 45mnonstop
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7:50 am - 3:20 pm
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7h 30m
1 stop
$127Southwest
Mon, Aug 31 - Thu, Sep 10
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5:00 am - 6:45 am
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OAK
1h 45mnonstop
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6:00 pm - 11:20 pm
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5h 20m
1 stop
$127Southwest
Sun, Nov 22 - Wed, Dec 2
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7:18 am - 9:13 am
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OAK
1h 55mnonstop
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7:13 pm - 8:50 pm
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1h 37mnonstop
$137Alaska Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 1
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7:18 am - 9:13 am
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1h 55mnonstop
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7:13 pm - 8:50 pm
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1h 37mnonstop
$137Alaska Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Sat, Aug 29
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5:08 pm - 11:56 pm
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OAK
6h 48m
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12:33 pm - 10:38 pm
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10h 05m
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$142Delta
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25
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5:08 pm - 11:56 pm
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6h 48m
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12:33 pm - 10:02 pm
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9h 29m
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$142Delta
Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15
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5:10 pm - 11:59 pm
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6h 49m
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5:00 pm - 11:40 pm
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6h 40m
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$142Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Dec 3
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7:18 am - 9:13 am
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1h 55mnonstop
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8:00 am - 9:37 am
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$157Alaska Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Portland to Oakland flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Portland to Oakland 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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, California departing in August.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Oakland, California from Portland usually cost between $185 and $414 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $127 on Southwest (Aug 17-Aug 17).

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

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

If you are looking for a flight deal from Portland to Oakland, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Oakland, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Oakland?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Portland to Oakland, 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 Oakland is September, where tickets cost $208 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $341 and $297 respectively.

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

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 Oakland, 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 Oakland, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 54% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Portland to Oakland

 
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

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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Harriet Baskas

Expert on Alaska Airlines

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.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on PDX and OAK

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.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$69
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
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When to book flights from Portland to Oakland

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FAQs for booking flights from Portland to Oakland

  • What should you do if you have mobility issues and travel through Oakland International Airport?

    The curbside only finds wheelchairs in the Oakland International Airport (OAK) at Terminal 2. If you have mobility challenges, it would be better to use the services offered in Terminal 2. It would also be better to contact your airlines before traveling for arranged assistance.

  • Which airport is nearest Oakland?

    The Oakland area is served by three airports: Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), Reid Hillview Airport (RHV), and Oakland International Airport (OAK), which is the most convenient airport to use when you are traveling to Oakland due to its 6 miles distance from the city.

  • Does Portland International Airport (PDX) have parking?

    When using the economic parking lot, you will get expected to pay approximately $3 per hour and around $12 per day, whereas those using the long-term garage will pay approximately $3 per hour and around $24 per day. However, when you use the short-term garage, you will pay approximately $3 per hour and around $27 per day. Additionally, if you use the Golden Key Valet, you will pay approximately $10 hourly and around $35 per day.

  • What is the best way to move from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to downtown Oakland?

    The BART train is currently the best way of connecting Oakland International Airport (OAK) to downtown Oakland. The train price gets fixed at about $6 for traveling either to or from the airport. You can purchase your ticket from the Coliseum Station for a more convenient journey.

  • How many lounges are there at Portland International Airport (PDX)?

    There are a couple of lounges in the Portland International Airport (PDX). Alaska Airlines has Alaska Lounge located in Concourse C of the airside across from Gate C5. Also, The Delta Sky Club lounge belonging to Delta Airlines is located in Concourse D of the Airside, between Gates D5 and D7.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Portland to Oakland?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Portland to Oakland was $69 for a one-way ticket and $127 for a round-trip.

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

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Portland to Oakland. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

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

    On your way to Oakland, you’ll fly out from Portland. You’ll be landing at Oakland.

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

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

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Portland to Oakland?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Portland to Oakland flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Portland to Oakland?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Portland to Oakland are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $259 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $290 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

    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 Oakland.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Oakland 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 Oakland?

    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 Oakland with an airline and back to Portland with another airline. Booking your flights between Portland and OAK 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 Oakland?

    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 Oakland 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 Oakland

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $133 or less one-way and $167 or less round-trip.
  • Alaska Airlines is the only airline traveling nonstop from Portland (PDX) to Oakland (OAK). However, Spirit Airlines offers flights of the same but with a layover in Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS).
  • There are three airports in Portland, however, two of the three airports are used chiefly for corporate flights and training, whereas Portland International Airport (PDX) is the mainly used airport.
  • Oakland International Airport (OAK) has two terminals. Terminal 1 hosts most airlines' operation international flights, whereas Terminal 2 only hosts domestic flights. The two terminals get connected via a walkway near Gate 4.
  • Oakland International Airport (OAK) has lactation suits in its nursing pods. These pods are in the post-security area of Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. It enhances the privacy provided to lactating mothers.
  • When wanting to travel to the Portland International Airport from downtown Portland, you can use The MAX Kight Rail Red Line, which only takes 38min. However, Portlandia Airport Shuttle can also get the job done.
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) is a hub for Alaska Airlines, which has its maintenance facility within the airport.

Prefer to fly direct from Portland to Oakland?

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

Portland to Oakland

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

Oakland 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 Oakland

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Portland to Oakland. 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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SouthwestOverall score based on 4228 reviews
7.5Entertainment
8.6Crew
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
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No gluten free snacks. Seats felt worn or bare bones even though it was a new 737 MAX 8.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, May 2026
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No gluten free snacks. Seats felt worn or bare bones even though it was a new 737 MAX 8.

Boarding was easy. The seats are small and fairly uncomfortable

The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

San Diego airport is brand new, spacious, airy and very smooth checkin at SW baggage drop.

Very smooth checking in our luggage with a super pleasant SW agent. I enjoyed a fun entertaining movie.

Great flight, 47 passengers on a 180 seat plane. Stewardess was pleasant and cheerful.

Fine, but how to board on SW versus othrr airlines, is just lame. Goood staff though and all was solid otherwise.

Everything went well, but the flight was delayed multiple times. The delays were only minutes, but it was without information on why it was delayed.

Multiple delays, poor communication of information and a 4 hour delay with multiple gate changes ...

No problems with the flight, my issue is with the terminal at SAN airport. I’ve never seen a dirtier, worse equipped terminal. No power plugs worked, but you could of course buy a fuel rod battery from the kiosk (seemingly the only thing that worked).

Alaska is a great airline, consistent, on time and friendly employees

We showed up to our gate less than 15 minutes after boarding started and they wouldn’t let us in. It was still 15 minutes even before take off so we’re weren’t even late to the flight.

Great trip. No complaints. Impressed with the crew’s response to various challenges pre-boarding.

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.

Everything except for the lack of a choice of the snack provided was great.

Smooth and quick, no wait and no hassle. Everything was on time and even the pretzels were good. Thank you!

When Alaska uses Sky west which it does on many flights in and out of PDX, The planes use " Gates" that are outside of the terminal and are a long walk to and from the planes. Also you must board and deplane using a ramp. I have difficulty walking so going into Portland was difficult. Going out was worse . We walked to nearly the emd of this "Tunnel " only to be told there was a problem with the plane so we had to take the long walk back to to the terminal and then back out again when the plane was fixed. I will look for a Southwest flight next time I go to Portland

It was so easy to board using my boarding pass on my iPhone, and I liked what I was given on the plane for food and drink, and everyone was very friendly.

I needed special assistance to the gate and from the gate to the street, and Alaska staff were wonderful - responsive, helpful, and kind. I really appreciated it.

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.

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

First class ticket. They ran out of food and I sat hungry watching the others eat

I loved flying Hawaiian Air! We didn’t pay to sit together, but we were able to anyway. They had usb charging ports and even outlets in some seats. They served a hot sandwich that was not very good, but we were still pleasantly surprised. The staff was very nice. The seats really made my booty hurt but maybe I’m just not used to sitting so long. Also, the AC was really cold even though I was wearing pants, a hoodie, and a light blanket.

Really enjoyed their food treats, staff was friendly and they kept our seats together, check in was excellent, boarding passes uploaded to my wallet! I would definitely recommend Hawaiian airlines to friends and family! 🌺

I booked through Hawaiian which was supposed to have merged with Alaskan but offered free checked bags and said there would be seat selection at the airport. This was not honored by Alaskan Airlines and they even went out of their way to say “we are not Hawaiian and Hawaiian cannot pick seats on our airline ”. They told us that we could not change seats and that all tickets booked through Hawaiian were “saver fares”. The staff was rude and said that we would be helped last after they take care of the customers that booked through Alaskan. Once we got on the flight in our middle seats they played a message that said they have merged with Hawaiian and you can book on either website which would have been funny if we were not so uncomfortable. All in all it was a terrible experience and I do not recommend that anyone fly Alaskan unless they absolutely have to.

Starlink is a big plus and great customer service - boarding agent and the flight attendants

Boarding was efficient and there was enough overhead space. Passengers were cooperative about helping each other out. I think folks are happy about going to Hawaii.

I never could connect to a movie. The site is not user friendly

Great flight. Had free internet for whole flight. Made it so much more enjoyable

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