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Flight deals from San Diego International to Portland

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego International to Portland? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Portland.$137 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 May, returning Sat, 10 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Portland.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Portland on Sat, 10 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $137, select.
Portland.$137 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 May, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Portland.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Portland on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $137, select.
Portland.$138 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Apr, returning Tue, 29 Apr.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 22 Apr, arriving in Portland.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Portland on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $138, select.
Portland.$156 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Apr, returning Wed, 7 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 24 Apr, arriving in Portland.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Portland on Wed, 7 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $156, select.
Portland.$192 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun, returning Sun, 15 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Portland.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Portland on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $192, select.
Portland.$246 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 May, returning Sat, 10 May.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Diego International on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Portland.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Portland on Sat, 10 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $246, select.
Portland.$246 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Apr, returning Tue, 29 Apr.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 26 Apr, arriving in Portland.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Portland on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $246, select.
Portland.$246 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr, returning Tue, 6 May.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Portland.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Portland on Tue, 6 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $246, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Portland

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego International to Portland flights are currently cheapest in May.
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Direct flights from San Diego International to Portland

San Diego International to Portland: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Diego International to Portland below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Portland.

San Diego to Portland: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$137
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 42 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week95

Finding cheap flights from San Diego International to Portland: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego International to Portland is $137. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 42 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego International to Portland.
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Japan Airlines fly direct from San Diego International to Portland.
As of April 2025, there are 95 flights per week flying from San Diego International to Portland.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Portland is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Diego International Airport to Portland Airport on Wednesday, 7 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 42 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Portland but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Portland is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Spirit Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Portland.

Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Portland International Airport (PDX): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Portland International Airport takes an average of 2 hours 32 minutes. Portland's timezone is UTC-7 — identical to San Diego.

  • Flights from San Diego International Airport to Portland International Airport start from 06:00 — the earliest with Alaska Airlines. The latest flight is the 21:32 option with Alaska Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 39 services every week from SAN to PDX.

  • Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • If you want a stopover for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Portland International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between SAN and PDX:

    • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport

    • Sacramento International Airport

    • San Francisco International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Portland International Airport (PDX)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Diego International Airport to Portland International Airport is $68. The cheapest price for a return flight is $137. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • To get your hands on cheap flight tickets from SAN to PDX, reserve your journey 10 months before the departure date.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Portland International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap flight tickets from SAN to PDX every day.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from San Diego International Airport to Portland International Airport. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • Located around 5 kilometres from central San Diego, San Diego International Airport can be reached in approximately 9 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Portland International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near SAN:

Arriving at Portland International Airport (PDX)

Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland

  • Portland International Airport to the centre of Portland takes about 19 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.

  • It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Portland International Airport (PDX)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Portland International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Portland in May.

  • Lock in your flight from San Diego International Airport to Portland International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Portland during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 31ºC.

  • Look for cheap flight tickets from SAN to PDX in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.

More about Portland

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in Portland right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from SAN to PDX:

  • All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion are among the things you can't miss in Portland.

Complete your Portland trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Portland International Airport, browse our great car rental offers that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Portland stay.

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