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July 15 - July 22

Cheapest
Best

PDX - San Jose

$173

$138

Round trip

July 8 - July 15

Cheapest
Best
Earliest

PDX - San Jose

$175

$138

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July 15 - July 21

Cheapest
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PDX - San Jose

$173

$138

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July 14 - July 15

Best

PDX - San Jose

$177

$139

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July 22 - July 29

PDX - San Jose

$168

$139

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July 14 - July 28

PDX - San Jose

$157

$157

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July 8 - July 14

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PDX - San Jose

$175

$157

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July 21 - July 22

PDX - San Jose

$172

$157

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July 14 - July 21

PDX - San Jose

$173

$157

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July 21 - July 28

PDX - San Jose

$168

$157

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Insights for flights from Portland to San Jose

For cheap flights from Portland to San Jose, fares typically range from $108–$176, with a median of $149. Right now, fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 20% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive offers appear regularly. New deals appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices for this route.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Portland to San Jose? The most affordable month to fly is typically November, with a median fare of just $89. October also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $108. Travelers can also find good value in May, where the median fare is $124.
Almost all itineraries are non-stop for flights from Portland to San Jose, with 96% of recent fares being direct. This high percentage means you will primarily find direct flights from Portland to San Jose, simplifying your travel.
How long is the flight from Portland to San Jose? A typical journey from Portland to San Jose takes approximately 1h 56m. Given that almost all flights on this route are direct, this duration largely reflects the non-stop flight time between the two cities.
The route from Portland to San Jose covers a distance of 916 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This relatively short distance contributes to the quick typical journey time and the prevalence of direct flight options.

How much is a round trip from Portland to San Jose

Regular price: $142 - $341

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Portland to San Jose.

The regular price range for flights from Portland to San Jose is $142 to $341. The current lowest deal is $138 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Jul 15-Jul 22.

now $138

Low $142

High $341

The cheapest time to fly from Portland to San Jose

Flights from Portland to San Jose are cheapest in November, with a median price of $89. The most expensive month to fly is August, with a median price of $157. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $89

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $157

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Direct flights from Portland to San Jose

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Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Portland to San Jose

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - San Jose

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Portland (PDX) - San Jose (SJC)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$257

$196

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - San Jose

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Portland (PDX) - San Jose (SJC)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$177

$174

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - San Jose

Frontier Airlines

Portland (PDX) - San Jose (SJC)

Frontier Airlines

$316

$239

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - San Jose

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Portland (PDX) - San Jose (SJC)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$175

$138

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - San Jose

Southwest Airlines

Portland (PDX) - San Jose (SJC)

Southwest Airlines

$175

$157

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - San Jose

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Portland (PDX) - San Jose (SJC)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$159

$157

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Portland to San Jose

3 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 18

$390  →  $211

46%

4 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 19

$390  →  $211

46%

5 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 25

$389  →  $211

46%

3 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 21

$392  →  $217

45%

Popular Airports to fly from Portland to San Jose

Portland - San Jose route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for flights from Portland to San Jose are near the typical level, with a median of $149.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to San Jose, with a median price of $89.

⏱️ Flight duration

1 hour 56 minutes direct flight time

The typical direct flight from Portland to San Jose takes 1 hour and 56 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights on this route, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. for direct routes

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has offered direct flights from Portland to San Jose.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available frequently

Historically, good prices for this route are frequent, appearing on average 1.03 times per day.

Portland main airports to depart from

Portland International (PDX)

Cheapest

Portland International Airport is a great choice for flights from Portland to San Jose.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$138

San Jose main airports to arrive at

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

San Jose International Airport is a convenient arrival point for reaching San Jose and the surrounding Silicon Valley.

📍 ~5 km from San Jose (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$138

Airports nearby San Jose used as alternative

San Francisco International (SFO)

San Francisco International is a major international hub with an extensive route network in Northern California.

📍 ~55 km from San Jose (reachable by car, Caltrain, BART connections)

💸 Flights from ~$118

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a major base for low-cost carriers and often less crowded than SFO.

📍 ~52 km from San Jose (reachable by car, BART connections)

💸 Flights from ~$90

Monterey Regional (MRY)

Monterey Regional offers a stress-free terminal with short security wait times for regional needs.

📍 ~84 km from San Jose (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$317

Sacramento International (SMF)

Sacramento International is a large airport with a wide variety of domestic carriers and destinations.

📍 ~153 km from San Jose (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$138

Stockton Metropolitan (SCK)

Stockton Metropolitan is an alternative for specific low-cost regional routes.

📍 ~69 km from San Jose (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$289

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Jose

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Portland to San Jose are found when booking 28-59 days in advance, with an average price of $138. Booking within 7-13 days of departure typically sees an average price of $254. For those booking 0-6 days out, the average price increases significantly to $420. Planning ahead by at least four weeks can lead to substantial savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Portland to San Jose is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $108. The median price for this route over the same period was $149. Prices tend to increase significantly above $176. Travelers aiming for a good value should target prices around the $108 mark.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Portland to San Jose are November and October. In November, the median flight price was $89, while October saw a median price of $108. The annual median price for this route is $149. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider flying during these months.