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Cheapest round-trip
$157
Typical prices: $235-$393
Alaska Airlines
Sat 12/8Wed 12/12
SLC - PDX • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$89
Typical prices: $164-$317
Southwest
Thu 12/13
SLC - PDX • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta and Alaska Airlines. Average duration is 2h 12m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 60% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $236 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City to Portland (SLC-PDX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Salt Lake City to Portland

Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
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7:38 pm - 8:48 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PDX Portland
2h 10mnonstop
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7:16 am - 10:19 amPDX  Portland-SLC Salt Lake City
2h 03mnonstop
$157Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 16
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7:38 pm - 8:48 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PDX Portland
2h 10mnonstop
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7:16 am - 10:19 amPDX  Portland-SLC Salt Lake City
2h 03mnonstop
$157Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
Southwest Logo
8:10 am - 1:10 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PDX Portland
6h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:35 am - 2:25 pmPDX  Portland-SLC Salt Lake City
5h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$177Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:40 am - 10:40 amSLC  Salt Lake City-PDX Portland
5h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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1:05 pm - 9:15 pmPDX  Portland-SLC Salt Lake City
7h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$177Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:35 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PDX Portland
8h 35m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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2:04 pm - 9:57 pmPDX  Portland-SLC Salt Lake City
6h 53m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$177American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
American Airlines Logo
7:05 am - 1:35 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PDX Portland
7h 30m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:37 pm - 12:29 amPDX  Portland-SLC Salt Lake City
4h 52m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$177American Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Nov 25
Frontier Logo
6:57 pm - 10:28 amSLC  Salt Lake City-PDX Portland
16h 31m1 stop Los Angeles
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10:10 pm - 9:11 pmPDX  Portland-SLC Salt Lake City
22h 01m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$198Frontier
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 19
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7:40 am - 3:03 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PDX Portland
8h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:29 pm - 12:04 amPDX  Portland-SLC Salt Lake City
6h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
$200Frontier
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 10:42 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PDX Portland
2h 12mnonstop
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9:57 am - 12:50 pmPDX  Portland-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 53mnonstop
$287Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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10:45 pm - 11:59 pmSLC  Salt Lake City-PDX Portland
2h 14mnonstop
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5:34 pm - 8:26 pmPDX  Portland-SLC Salt Lake City
1h 52mnonstop
$287Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Salt Lake City to Portland flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Salt Lake City to Portland?

Round-trip flights from Salt Lake City to Portland typically range from $235 to $393. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $157, on Alaska Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salt Lake City to Portland?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Salt Lake City to Portland. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to Portland?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Salt Lake City to Portland at $140 round-trip.
•November ($392) and October ($371) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 180% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Salt Lake City to Portland the cheapest?

Flights from Salt Lake City to Portland are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 60% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Salt Lake City to Portland

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta and Frontier

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Alaska Airlines and SLC

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

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.

Key details for Salt Lake City to Portland flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$89
Beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in travelers.
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Your Salt Lake City to Portland flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Salt Lake City to Portland?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Salt Lake City to Portland:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:45 am and lands at 9:57 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:45 pm and lands at 12:57 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 12m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Salt Lake City to Portland?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Salt Lake City to Portland:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Salt Lake City to Portland?

    A nonstop flight from Salt Lake City to Portland takes 2h 12m, covering 628 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Salt Lake City to Portland?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Salt Lake City to Portland flight?

    Round-trip flights from Salt Lake City to Portland range from $235 to $393, with an average of $309 over the past 12 months. Anything below $235 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Salt Lake City to Portland flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 87% above the $309 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Salt Lake City to Portland?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $236 round-trip via Sacramento Intl (SMF), compared to $307 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Salt Lake City to Portland?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Salt Lake City to Portland?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Salt Lake City to Portland spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Salt Lake City to Portland flights, with 43% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, evening flights for 14%, and night flights for 14%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Salt Lake City to Portland flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Salt Lake City to Portland flights:

    • Delta
    • Alaska Airlines

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from Salt Lake City to Portland looking right now?

    One-way fares from Salt Lake City to Portland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $129, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Portland Airport (PDX)?

    Portland Airport (PDX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $57 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Payless

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Salt Lake City to Portland?

    Flights from Salt Lake City to Portland usually depart from Salt Lake City (SLC) and arrive at Portland (PDX).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Salt Lake City to Portland pass through?

    One-stop flights from Salt Lake City to Portland most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 45% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Salt Lake City to Portland?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Salt Lake City to Portland. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $287 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $335, a difference of $48.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Salt Lake City to Portland?

    2 airlines operate flights between Salt Lake City and Portland. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • Alaska Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Salt Lake City to Portland?

    Flying via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 13m, compared with 4h 39m via Sacramento Intl (SMF) and 5h 39m via San Diego (SAN).

  • What is the time difference between Salt Lake City and Portland?

    Portland is 1 hour behind Salt Lake City (Pacific Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Portland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Portland are Moda Center, Oregon Convention Center and Tom McCall Waterfront Park. These are among the most viewed places in Portland on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Salt Lake City to Portland flights?

    Among airlines operating Salt Lake City to Portland flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Salt Lake City to Portland flights?

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

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Hawaiian Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

  • Are there hotels near SLC?

    Traveling by airline may necessitate looking for a place to stay overnight in Salt Lake City. You can find affordable places to stay in the neighboring hotels, and shuttles are provided free of charge to transport you to these hotels. The hotels are only a few minutes from the airport and provide both comfort and a good value. If you're on a budget, check for nice spots to sleep in Concourse B's Terminal 1.

  • Are there any facilities that cater to babies and children at SLC?

    You can find infant care rooms situated all over the airport where you can nurse your infant. These facilities are located close to Gate E60 at Concourse E at Terminal 2, the areas facing Gate D-6 and D-1 at Terminal 2, across Gate C-1 at Terminal 2, and at the center of Concourse B at Terminal 1. On Concourses E, B, and A you can find play areas for children.

  • Where can I rest at PDX?

    If you are looking for somewhere to have a short rest at PDX, you can sleep at the airport benches which have conveniently had their armrests removed. They include areas such as the International Baggage Claim Area downstairs, at Concourse C, and the seats and hind counters of Gates C19 to 21.

  • How can I travel from PDX to the city center?

    If you are traveling to the city center from PDX you can opt for the 38min light rail which goes all the way to downtown. Taxis and cars are another alternative and are one of the fastest options of travel taking an average of 30min to the city center. Near the lowest baggage claim terminal entrance, shuttles are available and take an average of 40min to the city and they are convenient for large groups of people traveling together.

Your guide to booking Salt Lake City to Portland flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $287, about $48 less than Wednesday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 60% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Salt Lake City to Portland trip for January. Fares historically average $140 round-trip in that month - typically $252 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $236 round-trip on this route - about $71 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Portland Airport.

    • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portland Air, OR
    • Radisson Hotel Portland Airport
    • Holiday Inn Portland-Airport (I-205) By IHG
  • Take advantage of the free tour provided by LDS Church where you will be able to go see the Salt Lake City Temple Square. You will be taken around by a shuttle, though they are seasonal and thus it is important if you first seek assistance from the information desk at the Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC).
  • If your plan on staying around the SLC Airport, either as you wait for your flight or you have just landed, there are airport lounges that are accessible through membership at the eastern side of the New Airport Plaza at Level 2 of Concourse A.
  • Wi-Fi at the SLC Airport is free and is strong throughout the airport to ensure you stay connected.
  • If you have any mail you want to send while at the SLC Airport, the mailbox is located at the Concourse C to D connectors at Terminal 2 and the area near Concourse G at Terminal A. Check the newsstands and Airside ATMs if you want to purchase stamps.
  • Before the security check at Portland International Airport (PDX), be on the lookout for Northwest Travel Mart, which is open 24h to people who are looking for a place to buy beverages or have something to eat.

Prefer to fly direct from Salt Lake City to Portland?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Salt Lake City Airport to Portland Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Salt Lake City to Portland

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

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Direct returns

Portland to Salt Lake City

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

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