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Cheapest round-trip
$407
Typical prices: $449-$680
United Airlines
Wed 12/5Wed 12/12
SAN - PWM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$204
Typical prices: $270-$521
United Airlines
Wed 12/12
SAN - PWM • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between San Diego and Portland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $358 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Portland (SAN-PWM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Portland

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 7:25 pmSAN  San Diego-PWM Portland
9h 25m1 stop Newark
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9:38 am - 3:29 pmPWM  Portland-SAN San Diego
8h 51m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$407United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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8:00 am - 7:12 pmSAN  San Diego-PWM Portland
8h 12m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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6:00 am - 1:09 pmPWM  Portland-SAN San Diego
10h 09m1 stop Newark
$407United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
Southwest Logo
8:05 pm - 9:50 amSAN  San Diego-PWM Portland
10h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Baltimore/Washington
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12:45 pm - 9:00 pmPWM  Portland-SAN San Diego
11h 15m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$412Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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9:55 pm - 10:30 amSAN  San Diego-PWM Portland
9h 35m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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1:00 pm - 8:25 pmPWM  Portland-SAN San Diego
10h 25m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
$412Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
Delta Logo
9:53 am - 11:33 pmSAN  San Diego-PWM Portland
10h 40m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 6:23 pmPWM  Portland-SAN San Diego
15h 23m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$417Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 11:33 pmSAN  San Diego-PWM Portland
14h 18m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:49 pm - 10:56 pmPWM  Portland-SAN San Diego
13h 07m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Los Angeles
$417Delta
Fri, Feb 12 - Tue, Feb 16
American Airlines Logo
10:48 pm - 11:45 amSAN  San Diego-PWM Portland
9h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:15 pm - 6:28 pmPWM  Portland-SAN San Diego
9h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$432American Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Tue, Feb 16
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10:48 pm - 11:45 amSAN  San Diego-PWM Portland
9h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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2:34 pm - 11:45 pmPWM  Portland-SAN San Diego
12h 11m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Chicago O'Hare Intl
$441American Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Wed, Dec 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:16 pm - 9:08 amSAN  San Diego-PWM Portland
37h 52m2 stops Denver Intl Orlando
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12:28 pm - 11:52 amPWM  Portland-SAN San Diego
26h 24m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
$793Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Wed, Dec 30
Breeze Airways Logo
1:22 pm - 11:48 amSAN  San Diego-PWM Portland
19h 26m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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12:28 pm - 11:52 amPWM  Portland-SAN San Diego
26h 24m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
$1,018Breeze Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Portland flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Portland typically range from $449 to $680. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $407, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Portland. It’s 24% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

Key details for San Diego to Portland flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$204
Beat the crowds with an average 59% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 83% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Diego to Portland

When to book flights from San Diego to Portland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Portland based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Diego to Portland flight questions, answered

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

  • 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 long is a flight from San Diego to Portland?

    A nonstop flight from San Diego to Portland takes 00m, covering 2,616 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 much should I expect to pay for a San Diego to Portland flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to Portland range from $449 to $680, with an average of $585 over the past 12 months. Anything below $449 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Diego to Portland changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $407 to $2,706. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 $227, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Portland Airport (PWM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $84 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Movly
    • Alamo
    • Hertz

  • 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 (PWM).

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

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

    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from San Diego to Portland. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $446 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $679, a difference of $233.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 35m, compared with 7h 56m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 8h 31m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between San Diego and Portland?

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

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 are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $446, about $233 less than Thursday fares (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Portland trip for February. Fares historically average $392 round-trip in that month - typically $654 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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.

    • Clarion Hotel Portland Airport Me
    • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med
    • DoubleTree by Hilton Portland

More options for your flight from San Diego to Portland

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