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Flight deals from San Diego to Portland

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego to Portland Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $263. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Portland.$226 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Portland.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Portland on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $226, select.
Portland.$244 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul, returning Tue, 11 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Portland.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Portland on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $244, select.
Portland.$246 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug, returning Sat, 22 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Portland.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Portland on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $246, select.
Portland.$247 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Portland.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Portland on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $247, select.
Portland.$258 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul, returning Thu, 16 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Portland.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Portland on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $258, select.
Portland.$258 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct, returning Wed, 28 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Portland.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Portland on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $258, select.
Portland.$263 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun, returning Sat, 20 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Portland.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Portland on Sat, 20 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $263, select.
Portland.$274 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Portland.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Portland on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $274, select.
Portland.$286 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun, returning Sat, 4 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Portland.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Portland on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $286, select.
Portland.$288 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Portland.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Portland on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $288, select.
Portland.$288 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Fri, 9 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Portland.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Portland on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $288, select.
Portland.$309 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Portland.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Portland on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $309, select.
Portland.$309 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan, returning Sat, 9 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Portland.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Portland on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $309, select.
Portland.$346 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov, returning Mon, 23 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Portland.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Portland on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $346, select.
Portland.$347 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Fri, 9 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from San Diego International on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Portland.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Portland on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $347, select.
Portland.$399 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Feb, returning Wed, 17 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Portland.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Portland on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $399, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Portland

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to Portland flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from $571
Jun
from $263
Jul
from $258
Aug
from $246
Sep
from $226
Oct
from $258
Nov
from $288
Dec
from $406
Jan
from $309
Feb
from $399
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San Diego to Portland: Alternative routes

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San Diego to Portland: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$227
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 38 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week71

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

The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego to Portland is $226. 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 38 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego to Portland.
Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines and Japan Airlines fly direct from San Diego to Portland.
As of May 2026, there are 71 flights per week flying from San Diego to Portland.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Portland is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Portland Airport on Tuesday, 1 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 38 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Portland is Southwest Airlines .

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

  • Start your adventure at San Diego International Airport (SAN), the main airport in San Diego. Look for flights from San Diego to Portland International Airport (PDX) that leave from this base.

  • The average length of a direct San Diego to Portland International Airport flight is 2 hours 40 minutes.

  • Portland's timezone is UTC-8, which is the same as San Diego. Portland International Airport is located in Portland.

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Portland International Airport (PDX) is the most popular route. There are 35 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with Alaska Airlines at 9:18pm. Choose the first SAN to PDX departure operated by Alaska Airlines at 6:15am if you'd rather get going earlier.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from San Diego to PDX, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • July is a busy month for travelling. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • You can take a direct flight from San Diego to Portland International Airport (PDX) out of San Diego International Airport (SAN).

  • Alaska Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from San Diego to Portland International Airport departing from SAN.

  • The most frequently booked airline between SAN and PDX is Alaska Airlines.

  • Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 79.83% of its services reaching their destination on time.

  • Travelling from central San Diego to SAN takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from San Diego to Portland International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels near San Diego International Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of San Diego International Airport, data shows 74% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • From the centre of San Diego, CLD is about 48 kilometres away. When working out the best way to get there, find out whether public transport is available or if it's better to drive.

  • Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport the day before your San Diego to PDX flight:

  • Flights from McClellan-Palomar Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 88% of them landing as expected.

About Portland International Airport (PDX)

Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland

  • Portland International Airport to central Portland is around 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a taxi, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic and the time of day.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.

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

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Portland International Airport is $107. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $227. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book one month before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from San Diego to PDX.

  • Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring cheap San Diego to Portland International Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from San Diego to PDX.

  • Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from San Diego to Portland International Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

The best time to fly from San Diego to Portland International Airport (PDX)

  • Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. December is the quietest month to go to Portland. July is when most people book flights from San Diego to Portland International Airport (PDX), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.

  • The warmest month in Portland is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your San Diego to PDX plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • January has temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from San Diego to Portland International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Portland

  • Start your Portland trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from San Diego to Portland International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Portland Japanese Garden and Peninsula Park Rose Garden are a couple of big attractions to put on your Portland itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Beyond Van Gogh Portland.

Explore more of the United States

  • Portland has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometres north of Portland, a trip to Seattle will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Space Needle, Pike Place Market and Seattle Skyline.

  • Around 193 kilometres north of Portland, Tacoma is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at LeMay - America's Car Museum, Chihuly Bridge of Glass and Point Defiance Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from San Diego to Portland

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