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July 7 - July 8

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

SFO - Portland

$128

$118

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July 8 - July 14

Cheapest

SFO - Portland

$122

$118

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July 22 - July 29

Cheapest

SFO - Portland

$118

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July 8 - July 15

Cheapest

SFO - Portland

$122

$118

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July 21 - July 28

Cheapest

SFO - Portland

$118

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July 22 - July 28

Cheapest

SFO - Portland

$118

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July 15 - July 22

Cheapest

SFO - Portland

$121

$118

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July 15 - July 29

Cheapest

SFO - Portland

$108

$118

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July 14 - July 15

Cheapest

SFO - Portland

$125

$118

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August 4 - August 18

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SFO - Portland

$100

$118

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Portland

For flights from San Francisco to Portland, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights from San Francisco to Portland making up 73.6% of recent fares. When connections are necessary, most itineraries include 2 stopovers.

A typical journey from San Francisco to Portland takes about 3h 33m, including connections. This median duration accounts for both direct and connecting itineraries, reflecting the overall travel time you can expect.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Portland? Right now, the data indicates that September is the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $69. Other budget-friendly options include June, with a median fare of $114, and July, where the median fare is $124.

Fares for cheap flights from San Francisco to Portland typically range from $109–$271, with a median price of $134. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals can be challenging at present. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Portland

Regular price: $104 - $234

Prices for flights from San Francisco to Portland are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Francisco to Portland is $104 to $234. The current lowest deal is $118 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Jul 7-Jul 8.

now $118

Low $104

High $234

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Portland

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Portland is September, with a median price of $69. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $259. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

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Flights from $69

May

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Flights from $259

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Direct flights from San Francisco to Portland

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Portland

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Portland

San Francisco (SFO) - Portland (PDX)

Frontier Airlines

$284

$279

One-way

Sat, Jun 27

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Portland

San Francisco (SFO) - Portland (PDX)

Frontier Airlines

$303

$279

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Portland

San Francisco (SFO) - Portland (PDX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$229

$196

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Portland

San Francisco (SFO) - Portland (PDX)

Southwest Airlines

$227

$202

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Portland

San Francisco (SFO) - Portland (PDX)

Southwest Airlines

$208

$176

One-way

Sat, Jul 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Portland

San Francisco (SFO) - Portland (PDX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$131

$138

One-way

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

3 nights

Jul 4 - Jul 7

$219 → $176

20%

3 nights

Jul 1 - Jul 4

$229 → $196

14%

5 nights

Jul 3 - Jul 8

$208 → $176

15%

1 night

Dec 8 - Dec 9

$165 → $134

19%

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Portland

San Francisco - Portland route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from San Francisco to Portland are below the typical level, with deals around $118.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Portland, with a median price of $69.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 33m on average.

Direct flights from San Francisco to Portland typically take 3h 33m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are frequent on this route.

Direct flights are dominant on this route, making up 73.6% of all deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights.

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

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from San Francisco to Portland appear frequently, with over 1 deal per day.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Portland.

📍 ~18 km from San Francisco city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$118

Portland main airports to arrive at

Portland International (PDX)

Cheapest

Fly into Portland International for convenient access to Portland and surrounding areas.

📍 ~10 km from Portland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$118

Airports nearby Portland used as alternative

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle-Tacoma International offers significantly more direct flight options and competitive pricing for international routes.

📍 ~225 km from Portland (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$137

Eugene (EUG)

Eugene Airport provides a faster airport experience with easier security lines and reliable regional connections.

📍 ~170 km from Portland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$157

Paine Field Everett (PAE)

Paine Field Everett offers a premium, low-stress terminal experience, avoiding Seattle congestion if approaching from the north.

📍 ~280 km from Portland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$157

Roberts Field (RDM)

Roberts Field is a useful alternative if your travel plans involve the eastern side of the Cascade Range.

📍 ~200 km from Portland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$157

Tri-Cities (PSC)

Tri-Cities Airport serves as a viable backup for travelers in the Columbia River Gorge or Eastern Oregon.

📍 ~290 km from Portland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$229

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Portland

Portland, United States

41% AI deal score

$788

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Portland

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from San Francisco to Portland is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $113. Booking within 0-6 days of departure, however, saw average prices rise to $341. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days out resulted in an average price of $229.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from San Francisco to Portland is generally considered a good deal if the price is $109 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $134. Prices above $271 are typically in the higher range for this route.

Historically, September has been the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Portland, with a median price of $69. June also offered favorable prices, with a median of $114. The annual median price for this route is $134, indicating that prices can fluctuate significantly throughout the year.

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Portland

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Route Intelligence — 486,190 Searches this Week

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Portland

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Portland

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Portland

Direct flights from San Francisco to Portland

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Portland

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

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Portland

San Francisco - Portland route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

September is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 3h 33m on average.

Direct flights are frequent on this route.

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently for this route.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

Portland main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Portland used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Portland

Best Elite deals to Portland

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Portland

When is the best time to book flights from San Francisco to Portland?

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