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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Portland to San Francisco:

• Earliest: departs at 7:50 am and lands at 2:32 pm
• Latest: departs at 7:50 am and lands at 2:32 pm.

The flight takes about 6h 42m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Portland to San Francisco:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Portland to San Francisco takes 6h 42m, covering 2,715 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Portland to San Francisco range from $363 to $640, with an average of $481 over the past 12 months. Anything below $363 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 60% above the $481 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $443 round-trip via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), compared to $1,141 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

One-way fares from Portland to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $190, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Thrifty
• Europcar
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

Flights from Portland to San Francisco usually depart from Portland (PWM) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

One-stop flights from Portland to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 29% of one-stop connections
• Philadelphia (PHL) - 29% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 10% of one-stop connections
• Newark (EWR) - 9% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 53% on flights from Portland to San Francisco. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $386 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $817, a difference of $431.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only United Airlines operates flights between Portland and San Francisco.

Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 44m, compared with 8h via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 8h via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

San Francisco is 3 hours behind Portland (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Portland to San Francisco flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.