$49 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Portland (PDX)

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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Portland (SAN-PDX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $49 for one-way flights and $111 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sun Country Airlines
Mon, Aug 4 - Wed, Aug 13
SAN
San Diego
PDX
Portland
$111 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$111
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from San Diego to Portland, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $111 found 7 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 1 - Wed, Jul 2
SAN
San Diego
PDX
Portland
$114 Roundtrip, just found
$114
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 1 from San Diego to Portland, returning Wed, Jul 2, priced at $114 just found
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Aug 27
SAN
San Diego
PDX
Portland
$115 Roundtrip, just found
$115
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from San Diego to Portland, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $115 just found
Sun Country Airlines
Mon, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 5
SAN
San Diego
PDX
Portland
$115 Roundtrip, just found
$115
Roundtrip
just found
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from San Diego to Portland, returning Tue, Aug 5, priced at $115 just found
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 2 - Wed, Oct 1
SAN
San Diego
PDX
Portland
$119 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$119
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from San Diego to Portland, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $119 found 1 day ago
Sun Country Airlines
Mon, Aug 4 - Thu, Aug 7
SAN
San Diego
PDX
Portland
$121 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$121
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from San Diego to Portland, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $121 found 8 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 8 - Sat, Jul 12
SAN
San Diego
PDX
Portland
$123 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$123
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 8 from San Diego to Portland, returning Sat, Jul 12, priced at $123 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Aug 27
SAN
San Diego
PDX
Portland
$124 Roundtrip, just found
$124
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from San Diego to Portland, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $124 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 1 - Wed, Jul 2
SAN
San Diego
PDX
Portland
$125 Roundtrip, just found
$125
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 1 from San Diego to Portland, returning Wed, Jul 2, priced at $125 just found
Sun Country Airlines
Mon, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 19
SAN
San Diego
PDX
Portland
$126 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$126
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from San Diego to Portland, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $126 found 1 day ago
Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Portland (PDX)
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Portland Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$111
Distance
933 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 44 mins

San Diego to Portland Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Diego to Portland

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Diego to Portland are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Diego to Portland with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Diego to Portland

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Diego to Portland: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Diego to Portland

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Diego to Portland in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $49 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Diego to Portland flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Diego to Portland airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) cost?
You can find affordable return tickets from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) starting from $138. Book your seat and be on your way. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Sun Country Airlines and Alaska Airlines flight leaving SAN on June 16 2025 and touching down at PDX. The price was last updated on June 5 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SAN to PDX?
The cheapest flights from SAN to PDX are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
Fly directly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) on an Alaska Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SAN to PDX?
With prices starting from $49 for a one-way journey from SAN to PDX, Sun Country Airlines is currently the cheapest carrier operating this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SAN on August 4 2025. Prices were last updated on June 5 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
When flying out of San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), you can pick from an average of 4 daily direct flights to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
The 5 PM departures from SAN to PDX see the highest demand. They can also be more expensive. If you want to save on your trip, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to PDX?
Sunday has the most flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX). Consider leaving on this day and you’ll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
The earliest flight departing from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) is at around 6:20AM UTC-8. Hop on this flight and you’ll arrive at Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) at approximately 9:05AM UTC-8. The entire trip takes 2h 45m.
How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
Flights from SAN to PDX have an average travel time of 2 hours and 44 minutes. The total distance between the two is 930 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SAN to PDX?
With 91% of journeys usually landing on time, Spirit Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX). To monitor your flight status and get notified about any changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
Book a flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures after this hour are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Portland from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) is the only airport in Portland with direct flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). Browse the options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book a ticket from SAN to PDX generally means paying more. While you may come across some last-minute offers, they’re not always guaranteed. Be flexible with your itinerary to boost your chances of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to PDX flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SAN to PDX flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What’s more, having everything in one convenient place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and choose from our wide range of stays, then tailor your trip with extras like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
Typically, it’s possible to reschedule or cancel your SAN to PDX flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline’s policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You’ll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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