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Cheap Flights from San Luis Obispo to Portland (SBP-PDX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to Portland that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Portland

Wed, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 20
United Airlines Logo
2:19 pm - 8:50 pmSBP-PDX
6h 31m1 stop
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5:30 am - 10:05 amPDX-SBP
4h 35m1 stop
$159United Airlines
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Sat, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
1:03 pm - 7:48 pmSBP-PDX
6h 45m1 stop
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8:35 am - 3:36 pmPDX-SBP
7h 01m1 stop
$169American Airlines
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Wed, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 25
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
5:38 pm - 7:48 pmSBP-PDX
2h 10mnonstop
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2:41 pm - 4:55 pmPDX-SBP
2h 14mnonstop
$177Hawaiian Airlines
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Sat, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
1:03 pm - 7:48 pmSBP-PDX
6h 45m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
8:35 am - 3:36 pmPDX-SBP
7h 01m1 stop
$178American Airlines
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Tue, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
6:22 pm - 10:45 pmSBP-PDX
4h 23m1 stop
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5:30 am - 2:04 pmPDX-SBP
8h 34m2 stops
$182United Airlines
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Sat, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 8
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:18 pm - 7:30 pmSBP-PDX
2h 12mnonstop
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2:30 pm - 4:38 pmPDX-SBP
2h 08mnonstop
$187Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Oct 8 - Fri, Oct 10
United Airlines Logo
2:19 pm - 6:33 pmSBP-PDX
4h 14m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 12:16 pmPDX-SBP
6h 46m1 stop
$188United Airlines
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Wed, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 25
United Airlines Logo
6:22 pm - 12:28 amSBP-PDX
6h 06m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:50 pm - 11:43 pmPDX-SBP
7h 53m2 stops
$193United Airlines
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Tue, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 4
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 8:37 pmSBP-PDX
6h 07m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:35 pm - 11:07 pmPDX-SBP
5h 32m1 stop
$197Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 21
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
5:38 pm - 7:48 pmSBP-PDX
2h 10mnonstop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
2:41 pm - 4:55 pmPDX-SBP
2h 14mnonstop
$206Hawaiian Airlines
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Cheapest • from $159 (round-trip)
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Best reviews • 8.0 score
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When to book
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January
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Cheapest round-trip
$159
Overall average: $297
United Airlines
Wed 10/15Mon 10/20
SBP - PDX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$177
Typical prices: $206-370
Alaska Airlines
Tue 10/21Sat 10/25
SBP - PDX • Non-stop
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Luis Obispo to Portland flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Luis Obispo to Portland to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to Portland clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Portland on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from San Luis Obispo to Portland. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Saturday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to Portland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Luis Obispo to Portland is January, where tickets cost $265 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $448 and $441 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $330 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to Portland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Luis Obispo to Portland, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 49% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonApril
Cheapest flight$80
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 10% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 26% increase in price.
Flight from San Luis Obispo to Portland

When to book flights from San Luis Obispo to Portland

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

  • What flight options do I have from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    You can fly nonstop from San Luis Obispo to Portland using Alaskan Airlines. Alternatively, you can connect flights with one stop at San Francisco International Airport or Los Angeles International Airport when flying with United Airlines from San Luis Obispo to Portland. American Airlines also offers flights between destinations with one stop at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

  • Which airline should I fly with, from San Luis Obispo?

    We recommend flying with Alaskan Airlines on your trip from San Luis Obispo. This airline offers direct flights between the two destinations hence a convenient and reliable option for you. Also, when flying with this airline, you are guaranteed excellent customer service, comfortable cabins, in-flight entertainment, and complimentary snacks.

  • What is the most convenient way to get downtown from Portland International Airport?

    You can conveniently get downtown from the airport using the MAX Red Line, a direct light rail service that connects Downtown Portland to the airport. Alternatively, you can use taxis at designated taxi stands outside the airport or ride-share services like Uber or Lyft. TriMet buses also serve the airport from different parts of Downtown Portland.

  • Which airline is ideal for flying with economy class, carry-on, and checked baggage?

    United Airlines allows you to bring on board a backpack or suitcase and one personal item, such as a purse or laptop bag, at no charge. For domestic flights, United Airlines allows you to bring a checked bag with a maximum weight of 50 lbs. This airline will be ideal to fly in economy class with a carry-on and checked baggage.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Luis Obispo to Portland was $80 for a one-way ticket and $159 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Luis Obispo and Portland?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from San Luis Obispo to Portland. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    San Luis Obispo airport is called San Luis Obispo County and the only airport in Portland is Portland.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Luis Obispo to Portland flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    The Embraer 175 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Luis Obispo to Portland flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between San Luis Obispo and Portland.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    There are nonstop flights from San Luis Obispo to Portland on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Luis Obispo to Portland, Alaska Airlines or Hawaiian Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Luis Obispo to Portland are Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. With an average price for the route of $384 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Hawaiian Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $321 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Luis Obispo to Portland.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Portland from San Luis Obispo is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Portland with an airline and back to San Luis Obispo with another airline. Booking your flights between San Luis Obispo and PDX can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Portland from San Luis Obispo up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Luis Obispo to Portland

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $245 or less one-way and $262 or less round-trip.
  • San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) is the primary airport serving San Luis Obispo, California, and will be your departure airport on your trip from San Luis Obispo to Portland. This airport is about 4 miles from Downtown San Luis Obispo, and can easily be accessed by taxi or ride-share services, such as Uber or Lyft.
  • You can experience a hassle-free early-morning flight from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport if you stay the night at a hotel nearby. Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo, Hampton Inn & Suites San Luis Obispo, Holiday Inn Express San Luis Obispo, Quality Suites Downtown San Luis Obispo, and Best Western Plus Royal Oak Hotel will be your ideal choices.
  • When flying from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to Portland, Oregon, you will land at Portland International Airport (PDX). Portland International Airport is the primary airport serving Portland, located approximately 12 miles from Downtown Portland.
  • After landing at Portland International Airport, you can relax and rest at Red Lion Hotel Portland Airport. This hotel is near the airport, offers complimentary airport shuttle services, and will be convenient for your travels. We recommend Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel, Hyatt Place Portland Airport/Cascade Station, Radisson Hotel Portland Airport, and Holiday Inn Portland Airport (I-205).
  • Alaska Airlines is committed to environmental sustainability. This airline focuses on fuel efficiency, emissions reduction, and waste minimization. Alaska Airlines invests in sustainable aviation fuel, implements eco-friendly operational practices, and supports conservation initiatives. This airline aims to champion environmentally responsible aviation, promote sustainability, and reduce environmental impact.

Prefer to fly direct from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from San Luis Obispo County to Portland.
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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from San Luis Obispo to Portland

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Luis Obispo to Portland. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Luis Obispo to Portland? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 10000 reviews
7.8Comfort
8.5Crew
7.1Food
7.1Entertainment
8.1Boarding
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The first leg of the trip was excellent. Lovely flight attendants and comfortable plane. The second leg left a lot to be desired. The flight attendant was rude when I asked for a Diet Coke, the boarding required quite a long walk and the plane was crammed and uncomfortable.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Sep 2025ONT - PDX
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The first leg of the trip was excellent. Lovely flight attendants and comfortable plane. The second leg left a lot to be desired. The flight attendant was rude when I asked for a Diet Coke, the boarding required quite a long walk and the plane was crammed and uncomfortable.

You no longer give receipts for baggage at the counter. And it is next to impossible to get it on your webpage. Spent 20 min trying and gave up... I need receipt to submit for reimbursement and don't have time to waste on your poor webpage Disappointing .....

My email notifications were silenced, so I didn't get word that the departing flight had changed gates. It wasn't until I noticed that few people had gathered for the flight that I checked the airport schedule board, 20 minutes before boarding. I then told several people at the old gate of the change. If I was to receive a text I would have been notified of the change earlier, Or to hear an announcement over the airport intercom.

Canceled flight. No communication of this prior. Rescheduled to next day. Our good seats we purchased months ago turned into last row middle. No apology, reason, nor compensation for time and $ spent.

The setting on the loudspeaker was painful and the crew member who did the talking spoke very quickly and repetitively, with extra little jokes that were distracting and mostly unfunny. I doubt that the main messages penetrated the noise.

I like the new adjustable headrest. Unfortunately 2 crying children were in front of us. But it was the first time and not holding Alaska accountable for that. Alaska always seems to have everything in order professional but comfortable.

Great crew, smooth flight and landing. Wish they would offer Dr. Pepper and a choice of flavors of pretzels.

Thank you still providing bags for vomit. My son had a migraine and needed a bag to vomit in and it was right there behind the seat in front of us. Thank you!

Flight was great. Boarding was crazy because another flight was boarding late next to ours so everyone was standing and in the way.

All good! No entertainment on this new plane yet but ok for this short flight. Great on time flight! Thanks

All was good and they were able to seat my travel companion next to me. Thank you.

What an amazing flight. I haven’t experienced this level of service in a flight in years. This will be the only way to fly to Hawaii for me in the future.

Kayak sold me a ticket after check in time. Could not check in. Could not get on flight.

Everything was great except having to check in at Alaska. That was a surprise and took extra time and effort. Should have been explained somewhere maybe on the HA electronic ticket.

I accidentally made this purchase and they wouldn’t refund me even though I called immediately to cancel it.

The flight was delayed and they didn’t have a pilot for the flight. Seemed very unorganized and took way longer than expected.

I could not believe that on a 5 hour plus flight we were not given a complimentary meal . That should be illegal. Or it would be nice to be informed beforehand that a complimentary meal would not be provided. The wording in the email I got about pre ordering food was phrased in a way that made the food seem like it would be free. Very misleading! Also during boarding we were informed there would be empty seats we could move to if we wanted, all we had to do was wait for an announcement, however an announcement was never made. Then when we tried to change seats ourselves we were singled out over the loud speaker and told we could not move without asking. Then the flight was about to take off , so we didn’t have time to ask . Then we were told we could not move to the exit row because you had to pay for those seats, but we were not told where we could move. Also no one was in the exit rows so , if something happened no one would be there to assist the passengers. Also people should be allowed to move there if the airline wasn’t able to sell them. One passenger asked if he could pay for the upgrade and the flight attendant said she did not have the capability to charge for the seat on her mobile device, so the airline ended up losing possible income anyways . So why not let people move there during flight if you have no way to charge them? Then the landing was bumpy and awful and many passengers complained out loud when we landed .

It was pretty good except there was no food, which was understandable because it was a short flight but I would have liked to at least have a snack; otherwise it was great. Staff/crew, great. Thank you

The flight was great! The flight attendants were friendly and attentive. I would definitely fly Hawaiian Aurlines again!

You have to buy the ear buds and they only offers little cup of water twice.

I understand stuff happens, but plane failures are likely due to lack of maintenance. Additionally, air conditioning wasn't working, no snack/drink service, no WiFi. Fortunately, the crew was communicative and light-hearted. United grabbed another plane and we were able to get to our destination.

Stuck on tarmac for two hours plus a 5.5 hour flight. Rude flight attendant. And no meals, not even for purchase!

I learned that seating towards the end of plane that a line forms for the restroom and people use your chair as a hand railing, bumping your seat consistently. I was seated in the aisle. I think that next time if I am towards the back row I would want to sit in the middle or window seat.

United sent me a mileage plus number last year but that number is invalid so I can’t use it to check into flights or collect mileage. There is human to speak about the problem, only computers who keep asking me if I am using the correct email. It’s so frustrating and I cannot resolve it.

Not a great experience. We paid for the upgrade for premium economy seats and seated ourselves in very comfortable seats. Someone came along with the same seat on their boarding pass. The aircraft had been changed and as a result we were booted out and sent further back to small uncomfortable seats. After complaining we were moved to emergency row seats, which gave us more leg room but the seats don’t recline. For people in our 70’s we found having to sit upright from California to NJ very uncomfortable. Not sure why they chose to move senior citizens instead of the two people that were allowed to take the more comfortable seats. Not happy.

Everything was great. Only thing that could’ve made it better was buy on board options for hot food, but the snacks were decent. The flight attendants were great. I had no complaints. I was able to make it to my destination safely

Boarded plane and then delayed 1.5 hours while on the plane

Horrific. They missed my connecting flight to San Diego. I didn’t get there until Monday at 9am when I had a mandatory court settlement conference scheduled at 6am since we had parties on the east coast. This caused many issues. All because United apparently forgot to hold the doors open until my flight landed that only had a 10 minute delay. This was the last flight to Southern California. So I couldn’t even rent a car to finish the trip. United cannot be trusted when traveling on specific days and times since weather didn’t have anything to do with the delays.

Really good 😊 the woman at the gate entrance was a little rude checking in our carry-on but i dont think she worked for the airline, she worked for the airport at sacramento, other than that amazing.

it was so bad. I tried to board my flight from vancouver to saskatoon. And to my surprise they did not board me cause the flight was changed and no email was send to me. and on my boarding pass which i got from seattle says different flight. I did not knew anyone from Vancouver, air canada crew was rude, i asked for today flight but they were rude and i had early morning dental appointment in saskatoon. I was so much in pain and my whole day is wasted today. and i suffered alot. They did provide me hotel but they did not provide me any food. I am really really disappointed first time had so bad experience with air canada. I may think twice to book it again. If i can get any reply or any composition that would be great. Thanks

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