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Cheapest round-trip
$143
Typical prices: $209-$397
Southwest
Sat 10/20Wed 10/24
SAN - PDX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$151
Typical prices: $208-$406
Alaska Airlines
Mon 10/1Wed 10/3
SAN - PDX • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Average duration is 2h 40m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 69% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 32% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $210 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Portland (SAN-PDX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Portland

Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:53 am - 9:31 amSAN  San Diego-PDX Portland
2h 38mnonstop
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10:30 am - 1:12 pmPDX  Portland-SAN San Diego
2h 42mnonstop
$140Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26
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3:40 pm - 6:18 pmSAN  San Diego-PDX Portland
2h 38mnonstop
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7:09 am - 9:56 amPDX  Portland-SAN San Diego
2h 47mnonstop
$140Alaska Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
Southwest Logo
11:00 am - 2:55 pmSAN  San Diego-PDX Portland
3h 55m1 stop Oakland
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2:10 pm - 4:35 pmPDX  Portland-SAN San Diego
2h 25mnonstop
$143Southwest
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
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11:00 am - 2:55 pmSAN  San Diego-PDX Portland
3h 55m1 stop Oakland
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3:30 pm - 5:55 pmPDX  Portland-SAN San Diego
2h 25mnonstop
$143Southwest
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
Delta Logo
10:57 am - 4:15 pmSAN  San Diego-PDX Portland
5h 18m1 stop Los Angeles
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5:24 pm - 11:53 pmPDX  Portland-SAN San Diego
6h 29m1 stop Salt Lake City
$157Delta
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 22
Delta Logo
1:53 pm - 9:56 pmSAN  San Diego-PDX Portland
8h 03m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
5:15 pm - 11:55 pmPDX  Portland-SAN San Diego
6h 40m1 stop Salt Lake City
$157Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 3
American Airlines Logo
9:57 am - 4:26 pmSAN  San Diego-PDX Portland
6h 29m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:14 am - 12:15 pmPDX  Portland-SAN San Diego
7h 01m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$159American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 9:43 amSAN  San Diego-PDX Portland
2h 43mnonstop
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11:54 am - 6:38 pmPDX  Portland-SAN San Diego
6h 44m1 stop San Francisco
$164Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
Frontier Logo
8:32 pm - 11:36 amSAN  San Diego-PDX Portland
15h 04m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:07 pm - 11:57 pmPDX  Portland-SAN San Diego
11h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$200Frontier
Sun, Sep 20 - Sat, Oct 3
Frontier Logo
9:03 pm - 11:54 amSAN  San Diego-PDX Portland
14h 51m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:24 pm - 4:59 pmPDX  Portland-SAN San Diego
4h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$212Frontier
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Portland flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from San Diego to Portland?

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Portland start at $143. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $209 to $397. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $143 on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Portland?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Portland, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Portland at $197 round-trip.
  • June ($366) and July ($348) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 85% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Diego to Portland the cheapest?

Flights from San Diego to Portland are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 69% 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 San Diego to Portland

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Harriet Baskas

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.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SAN

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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 San Diego to Portland flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$69
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San Diego to Portland

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Your San Diego to Portland flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Is there parking at San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego International Airport provides a variety of parking options at both terminals. The airport offers short-term, long-term, and valet parking options. All parking lots have parking spaces for disabled parking with a wheelchair-complimentary shuttle moving passengers to all terminals. The parking fees at San Diego International Airport average about $20-$32 per day.

  • Is there a baggage storage unit at San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego International Airport offers storage services with kiosks located in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 inside the baggage claim area. Reservations can be made in advance or at the kiosk counter. The airport also offers baggage delivery service to areas within 15 miles of San Diego. The delivery fee is around $20 per bag per day, all sizes.

  • What accessibility services are provided at San Diego International Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego International Airport offers a variety of services for passengers with limited mobility. Wheelchair users are required to make arrangements with their airlines in advance. Other accessible features in the airport include TDD telephones, courtesy carts, and visual paging. All car rental and public transit services are wheelchair accessible. There is also dedicated parking in all parking lots, including long-term parking.

  • Where is the car rental facility located at the Portland International Airport (PDX)?

    Airport rental car pick up and drop off at Portland International Airport can be found on Level 1 of the Short-Term Parking lot. To go to your rental car, move past the baggage claim area to the tunnel and take an elevator to Level 1.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on San Diego to Portland flights?

    Among airlines operating San Diego to Portland flights:

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

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

  • What airlines are available from San Diego to Portland?

    2 airlines operate flights between San Diego and Portland. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Alaska Airlines
    • Southwest

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Portland?

    Flights from San Diego to Portland usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Portland (PDX).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on San Diego to Portland flights?

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

    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Southwest: 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 travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Portland?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from San Diego to Portland?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $210 round-trip via Oakland (OAK), compared to $292 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from San Diego to Portland?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 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 San Diego to Portland?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Diego to Portland pass through?

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

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 14% of one-stop connections

    Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Portland?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 20% on the San Diego to Portland route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $269 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $335, a difference of $66. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How are flight departures from San Diego to Portland spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on San Diego to Portland flights, with 43% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, evening flights for 28%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Portland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Portland are Moda Center, Oregon Convention Center and OHSU Center for Health and Healing. These are among the most viewed places in Portland on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Diego to Portland?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:37 am and lands at 9:17 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:37 pm and lands at 11:17 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 40m.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Diego to Portland flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 77% above the route average of $292. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from San Diego to Portland?

    A nonstop flight from San Diego to Portland takes 2h 40m, covering 933 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego 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 are flight prices from San Diego to Portland looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Diego to Portland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $76, which is 63% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Diego to Portland?

    Flying via Oakland (OAK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 07m, compared with 4h 09m via San Jose (SJC) and 4h 35m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

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

    Portland Airport (PDX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Thrifty
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Sixt
    · Payless

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Diego to Portland flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to Portland range from $209 to $397, with an average of $292 over the past 12 months. Anything below $209 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on San Diego to Portland flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on San Diego to Portland flights:

    • • Alaska Airlines
    • • JetBlue

    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.

Your guide to booking San Diego to Portland flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $269 - about $66 less than Sunday (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 69% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Portland trip for January. Fares historically average $197 round-trip in that month - typically $169 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Oakland Airport (OAK) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $210 round-trip on this route - about $82 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
    - Holiday Inn Portland-Airport (I-205) By IHG
    - Radisson Hotel Portland Airport
  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) is located 3 miles northwest of Downtown San Diego. The airport can be reached from downtown via Metro transit bus 992 that stops at both Terminals 1 and 2. All domestic flights will be found in Terminal 1.
  • Portland International Airport (PDX) is located 12 miles northeast of Downtown Portland. The airport is connected to Downtown Portland via public transport, including MAX Red Line light rail. The airport serves as a hub for Alaska Airlines, which is one of the airlines operating between San Diego and Portland.
  • If you need some cash while at San Diego International Airport, you can withdraw from an ATM offered by Bank of America. The ATMs are located at various points of both Terminals 1 and 2. The airport also offers six ReadyStations in case you need to convert cash to pre-paid debit MasterCard. The ready stations can be found near the ticketing counters.
  • For traveling mothers, San Diego International Airport offers nursing rooms located post-security. The rooms feature electrical outlets, artwork, soft lighting, comfortable seating, and a children’s seat. The nursing rooms are located at Terminal 1 West Rotunda and East Rotunda, and Terminal 2 on the second level.
  • You can rest and take it easy before your flight at the various lounges at San Diego International Airport. Lounges feature a tranquil environment with comfortable seating suitable for a quiet time. The Delta Sky Club is located at Terminal 2, United Club at T2-Gate Mezzanine, and the USO Lounge at the T2-Gate Parking lot.

Prefer to fly direct from San Diego to Portland?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from San Diego Airport to Portland Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Diego 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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Direct returns

Portland to San Diego

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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