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

Flights from San José to Portland usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Portland (PDX).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from San José to Portland: • Economy Class • Business Class

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

One-stop flights from San José to Portland most commonly connect through: • San Francisco (SFO) - 37% of one-stop connections • Los Angeles (LAX) - 23% of one-stop connections • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 21% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from San José to Portland. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $393 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $543, a difference of $150. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Portland?

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

How expensive are last-minute San José to Portland flights?

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 9% above the $456 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

How long is a flight from San José to Portland?

A nonstop flight from San José to Portland takes 00m, covering 3,340 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San José to Portland?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San José 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 $556 to $3,924. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San José to Portland looking right now?

One-way fares from San José to Portland are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $318, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 44m, compared with 11h 57m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 12h 58m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

What is the time difference between San José and Portland?

Portland is 1 hour behind San José (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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 $23 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Thrifty • Hertz • Sixt • Payless

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

Round-trip flights from San José to Portland range from $384 to $554, with an average of $456 over the past 12 months. Anything below $384 counts as a good deal.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Portland. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San José to Portland?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Portland at $307 round-trip. •June ($558) and August ($484) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 81% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San José to Portland the cheapest?

Flights from San José to Portland are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San José to Portland?

United Airlines ($578) and American Airlines ($587) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San José to Portland according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from San José to Portland?

San Francisco (SFO) is the most popular layover for the San José to Portland route. 37% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via SFO.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San José to Portland?

Flights via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $305. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San José to Portland which airport offers the shortest layover?

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) had the shortest average connection time for San José to Portland layovers at 6h 50m over the past 3 months.

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Cheap Flights from San José to Portland (SJO-PDX)

Cheap flights from San José to Portland with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

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Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Feb 6

5:35 am - 11:12 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PDX Portland

19h 37m1 stop Los Angeles

6:00 am - 11:15 pmPDX Portland-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 15m1 stop Los Angeles

$556Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jan 26 - Thu, Feb 4

5:35 am - 8:40 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PDX Portland

29h 05m1 stop Los Angeles

6:00 am - 11:15 pmPDX Portland-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 15m1 stop Los Angeles

$556Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 13 - Sat, Apr 24

5:45 am - 10:19 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PDX Portland

17h 34m1 stop Los Angeles

8:30 am - 11:15 pmPDX Portland-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

13h 45m1 stop Los Angeles

$556Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jan 30 - Sun, Feb 7

5:35 am - 11:12 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PDX Portland

19h 37m1 stop Los Angeles

6:00 am - 11:15 pmPDX Portland-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 15m1 stop Los Angeles

$556Multiple Airlines

Sat, Dec 19 - Mon, Dec 28

12:35 pm - 9:40 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PDX Portland

23h 05m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

11:59 pm - 8:39 pmPDX Portland-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 40m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$578United Airlines

Tue, Feb 23 - Sun, Feb 28

8:45 am - 11:12 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PDX Portland

16h 27m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:39 pm - 6:16 pmPDX Portland-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

26h 37m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl

$578United Airlines

Tue, Feb 23 - Sun, Feb 28

8:45 am - 11:25 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PDX Portland

16h 40m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

8:45 am - 1:22 pmPDX Portland-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

26h 37m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$578United Airlines

Fri, Dec 11 - Wed, Dec 30

2:00 pm - 12:13 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PDX Portland

12h 13m1 stop Miami

5:24 am - 11:01 pmPDX Portland-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$587American Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 28

12:37 am - 11:07 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PDX Portland

12h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 10:47 pmPDX Portland-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

14h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$587American Airlines

Wed, Dec 23 - Sun, Jan 10

2:02 pm - 12:34 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PDX Portland

12h 32m1 stop Miami

11:49 pm - 1:51 pmPDX Portland-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

12h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$587American Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 29

1:25 pm - 2:27 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PDX Portland

26h 02m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

7:26 pm - 10:25 amPDX Portland-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

13h 59m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl

$578United Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Oct 23

1:25 pm - 5:46 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PDX Portland

29h 21m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

6:50 am - 7:37 pmPDX Portland-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 47m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$578United Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 29

7:55 am - 7:19 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PDX Portland

12h 24m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

12:57 pm - 10:25 amPDX Portland-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

20h 28m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$578United Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 29

1:25 pm - 2:27 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PDX Portland

26h 02m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl San Francisco

3:40 pm - 7:32 amPDX Portland-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

14h 52m1 stop San Francisco

$578United Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Sun, Nov 1

6:00 am - 11:39 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PDX Portland

18h 39m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth

11:09 pm - 2:49 pmPDX Portland-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

13h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Miami

$591American Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Sun, Nov 1

6:00 am - 11:39 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PDX Portland

18h 39m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth

11:49 pm - 1:46 pmPDX Portland-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$591American Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Oct 23

5:45 am - 8:33 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PDX Portland

15h 48m2 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Los Angeles

6:18 pm - 8:45 amPDX Portland-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

13h 27m2 stops Los Angeles San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$605Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Oct 23

3:01 pm - 11:05 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PDX Portland

21h 04m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth

6:30 am - 8:21 pmPDX Portland-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

12h 51m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami

$613American Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Thu, Oct 29

12:40 pm - 9:31 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PDX Portland

21h 51m3 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl San Salvador El Salvador Intl Los Angeles

7:15 am - 11:40 pmPDX Portland-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 25m2 stops Los Angeles San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$692Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Fri, Oct 23

12:25 pm - 12:01 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-PDX Portland

24h 36m2 stops Mexico City Benito Juarez Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

12:25 pm - 12:05 pmPDX Portland-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

22h 40m3 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Mexico City Benito Juarez

$1,111Multiple Airlines

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Portland?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Portland. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from San José to Portland? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from San José to Portland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •February is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Portland at $307 round-trip.
•June ($558) and August ($484) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 81% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are flights from San José to Portland the cheapest?: Flights from San José to Portland are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San José to Portland?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from San José to Portland:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
How long is a flight from San José to Portland?
A nonstop flight from San José to Portland takes 00m, covering 3,340 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San José to Portland?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a San José to Portland flight?
Round-trip flights from San José to Portland range from $384 to $554, with an average of $456 over the past 12 months. Anything below $384 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute San José to Portland flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 9% above the $456 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
Have flight prices from San José 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 $556 to $3,924. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San José to Portland looking right now?
One-way fares from San José to Portland are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $318, which is 10% above 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 starting from around $23 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Sixt
• Payless
Which airports can I use when flying from San José to Portland?
Flights from San José to Portland usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Portland (PDX).
Which airports do connecting flights from San José to Portland pass through?
One-stop flights from San José to Portland most commonly connect through:

• San Francisco (SFO) - 37% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 23% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 21% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San José to Portland?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from San José to Portland. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $393 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $543, a difference of $150.

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 José to Portland?
Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 44m, compared with 11h 57m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 12h 58m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).
What is the time difference between San José and Portland?
Portland is 1 hour behind San José (Pacific Time vs Central 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 Oregon Convention Center, Moda Center and Tom McCall Waterfront Park. These are among the most viewed places in Portland on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $393, about $150 less than Saturday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Portland trip for February. Fares historically average $307 round-trip in that month - typically $251 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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

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