$43 Cheap Flights from San Jose (SJC) to Portland (PDX)

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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Portland (SJC-PDX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $43 for one-way flights and $86 for roundtrip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 8 - Wed, Jul 9
SJC
San Jose
PDX
Portland
$86
Roundtrip
Found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 8 from San Jose to Portland, returning Wed, Jul 9, priced at $86 Found 8 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 28
SJC
San Jose
PDX
Portland
$93
Roundtrip
Found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from San Jose to Portland, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $93 Found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 28
SJC
San Jose
PDX
Portland
$93
Roundtrip
Found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from San Jose to Portland, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $93 Found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Wed, Aug 13
SJC
San Jose
PDX
Portland
$93
Roundtrip
Found 5 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from San Jose to Portland, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $93 Found 5 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 8 - Sat, Jul 12
SJC
San Jose
PDX
Portland
$96
Roundtrip
Found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 8 from San Jose to Portland, returning Sat, Jul 12, priced at $96 Found 2 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 18
SJC
San Jose
PDX
Portland
$97
Roundtrip
Found 2 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from San Jose to Portland, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $97 Found 2 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 27 - Sat, Aug 30
SJC
San Jose
PDX
Portland
$99
Roundtrip
Found 3 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from San Jose to Portland, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $99 Found 3 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 27 - Sat, Aug 30
SJC
San Jose
PDX
Portland
$101
Roundtrip
Found 3 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from San Jose to Portland, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $101 Found 3 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 28
SJC
San Jose
PDX
Portland
$103
Roundtrip
Found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from San Jose to Portland, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $103 Found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Aug 16 - Sat, Aug 23
SJC
San Jose
PDX
Portland
$105
Roundtrip
Found 9 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 16 from San Jose to Portland, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $105 Found 9 hours ago
Flights from San Jose (SJC) to Portland (PDX)
Origin airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Destination airport
Portland Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$86
Distance
568 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 44 mins

San Jose to Portland Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Jose 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 Jose to Portland are during the month of July. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Jose to Portland with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Jose 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 Jose 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 Jose to Portland in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $43 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 Jose 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 Jose 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 Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) cost?
You can pick up cheap return flights starting at $157 from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX). 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 Alaska Airlines flight leaving SJC on July 1 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 SJC to PDX?
The cheapest flights from SJC 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 Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
When jetting out of Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), you can catch a nonstop flight to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) with Alaska Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SJC to PDX?
Currently, the cheapest airline offering one-way flights from SJC to PDX is Alaska Airlines. You can book a seat on this route from $79. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SJC on August 27 2025. Prices were last updated on June 5 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
With, on average, 6 direct flights departing from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) every day, you’ll be soaring through the skies in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
More travelers fly between SJC and PDX at 8 AM than at any other time of day. Prefer a quieter experience? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and there’s a chance you’ll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SJC to PDX?
If you travel on a Friday, you’ll get the greatest range of options for flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX).
What is the earliest flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
The first flight of the day leaving Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) is at around 6:15AM UTC-8. Hop on this flight and you’ll land at Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) at approximately 8:08AM UTC-8. The total travel time is 1h 53m.
How long does it take to fly from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
The average flight duration from SJC to PDX is 1 hour and 51 minutes, covering a distance of 570 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SJC to PDX?
Southwest Airlines has the best performance for on-time direct flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX), with an on-time score of 93%. Use the Expedia App to view your journey status before you take off and get real-time updates about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
To avoid potential delays on the Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of being 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 Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) is the only airport in Portland with direct flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC). Consider the available options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from SJC to PDX are typically more expensive. To lock in the lowest rates, start looking for flights well ahead of time. That said, if you’re flexible with your travel plans, you may land a cheap ticket right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a SJC to PDX flight and hotel package?
Opting for a SJC to PDX flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels in one place. Select from our impressive range of accommodations and then add activities, flights and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
If you reserved your SJC to PDX flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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