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C$ 89 Find cheap flights from Portland to San Francisco

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Portland to San Francisco, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to San Francisco (PDX-SFO)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Portland to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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9:48 a.m. - 11:37 a.m.PDX-SFO
1h 49mdirect
4:55 p.m. - 6:40 p.m.SFO-PDX
1h 45mdirect
C$ 178Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 5 Jun - Wed, 5 Jun
10:48 a.m. - 12:37 p.m.PDX-SFO
1h 49mdirect
2:44 p.m. - 8:40 p.m.SFO-PDX
5h 56m1 stop
C$ 197Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 11 Jun - Tue, 11 Jun
6:07 p.m. - 10:08 p.m.PDX-SFO
4h 01m1 stop
4:55 p.m. - 6:40 p.m.SFO-PDX
1h 45mdirect
C$ 204Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 4 Jun - Wed, 5 Jun
7:00 a.m. - 8:52 a.m.PDX-SFO
1h 52mdirect
7:55 p.m. - 9:40 p.m.SFO-PDX
1h 45mdirect
C$ 211Alaska Airlines
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Sat, 8 Jun - Sat, 8 Jun
5:00 p.m. - 11:44 p.m.PDX-SFO
6h 44m1 stop
6:00 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.SFO-PDX
4h 35m1 stop
C$ 228Delta
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Tue, 4 Jun - Wed, 5 Jun
5:35 a.m. - 12:22 p.m.PDX-SFO
6h 47m1 stop
8:30 a.m. - 3:43 p.m.SFO-PDX
7h 13m1 stop
C$ 231Delta
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Tue, 22 Oct - Tue, 29 Oct
11:30 a.m. - 3:58 p.m.PDX-SFO
4h 28m1 stop
5:25 p.m. - 11:03 p.m.SFO-PDX
5h 38m1 stop
C$ 237Delta
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Tue, 4 Jun - Tue, 11 Jun
11:56 p.m. - 3:37 p.m.PDX-SFO
15h 41m1 stop
8:00 a.m. - 11:06 p.m.SFO-PDX
15h 06m1 stop
C$ 795JetBlue
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Thu, 17 Oct - Wed, 23 Oct
11:56 p.m. - 3:37 p.m.PDX-SFO
15h 41m1 stop
8:00 a.m. - 11:06 p.m.SFO-PDX
15h 06m1 stop
C$ 851JetBlue
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Wed, 16 Oct - Tue, 22 Oct
11:56 p.m. - 3:37 p.m.PDX-SFO
15h 41m1 stop
8:00 a.m. - 11:06 p.m.SFO-PDX
15h 06m1 stop
C$ 856JetBlue
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Thu, 3 Oct - Wed, 9 Oct

Flights from Portland to San Francisco - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Portland to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to San Francisco?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Portland to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Portland to San Francisco is January, where tickets cost C$ 271 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and June, where the average cost of tickets is C$ 367 and C$ 344 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Portland to San Francisco?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Portland to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Portland to San Francisco, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 77 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Portland to San Francisco?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The cheapest return flight ticket from Portland to San Francisco found by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours was for C$ 178 on Alaska Airlines, followed by Delta (C$ 228). One-way flight deals have also been found from as low as C$ 89 on Alaska Airlines and from C$ 114 on Delta.

Which airlines fly most frequently between Portland and San Francisco?

Portland and San Francisco are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are Alaska Airlines (8 flights per day), United Airlines (6 flights per day), and Frontier (2 flights per day).

Which airlines fly direct between Portland and San Francisco?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Portland to San Francisco.
There are 3 airlines that fly direct from Portland to San Francisco. They are: Alaska Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Alaska Airlines at C$ 150. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Alaska Airlines.

How many flights are there between Portland and San Francisco per day?

Each day, there are between 15 and 18 nonstop flights that take off from Portland and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 1h 50m. The most common departure time is 7:00 p.m. and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 115 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Saturday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Thursday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Portland and San Francisco?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Portland to San Francisco take?

Direct flights from Portland generally make it to San Francisco in 1h 45m. The flying distance between the two cities is 1,425 km.

What’s the earliest departure time from Portland to San Francisco?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Portland at 7:00 am and will be landing in San Francisco at 8:51 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Portland to San Francisco?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Portland to San Francisco jets off at 8:06 pm and lands at 10:00 pm.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

December

Cheapest flight

C$ 89
Best time to beat the crowds (13% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (8% more expensive on average)
Flight from Portland to San Francisco

When to book flights from Portland to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Portland to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Portland to San Francisco

  • Are there nonstop flights from Portland to San Francisco?

    Multiple airlines offer services from Portland to San Francisco, including United Airlines and Alaska Airlines. There are many nonstop flights from Portland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you need information about flights to pick the most suitable route, book through KAYAK.

  • Where are ATMs at Portland International Airport?

    The Portland International Airport has ATMs located at different points to help passengers access to cash quickly. You can withdraw money at the North Lobby gate area before security, in the Main Lobby gate area, and in the South Lobby gate area. ATMs are also available at Gates E3, D7, B3, D11, C3, and C13. There’s another ATM in the Baggage Claim section.

  • Are there pet relief areas at San Francisco International Airport?

    Owners can access the pet relief area in the San Francisco International Airport. The facilities are located outside and inside the terminals. They provide essential elements for pets in transit, including drinking areas and garbage areas with dispensers. You can access the facilities in Terminal 1 at the Courtyard 2 Baggage Claim level, in Terminal 2 at the Courtyard 3 Baggage Claim level, and Terminal 3 at the Courtyard 4 Baggage Claim level.

  • Is there free Wi-Fi at San Francisco Airport?

    Passengers can connect to the airport’s free Wi-Fi in all terminals. To connect, enable Wi-Fi on your device and select a network named “#SFO FREE WIFI,” then launch a web browser to accept the service terms and conditions. Each authentication gives you 4h, but if you want to use it longer, just reconnect and accept the terms again.

  • How can I travel from San Francisco International Airport?

    There are several travel options if you want to access downtown San Francisco from the airport. These include the airport bus service operated by SamTrans, which offers trips to downtown San Francisco and other locations. Find the buses at the terminals. You can also use a taxi, which offers a transfer time of about 30min to downtown San Francisco. Also, the BART SFO light rail service runs from the airport to downtown San Francisco. It departs every 15min and will get you to San Francisco in about 25min.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Portland to San Francisco?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Portland to San Francisco was C$ 65 for a one-way ticket and C$ 129 for a round-trip.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Portland to San Francisco?

    Alaska Airlines, Delta, American Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Portland to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Portland to San Francisco?

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Portland to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Portland to San Francisco?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Portland and San Francisco, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Portland to San Francisco?

    There are direct flights from Portland to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Portland to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Portland to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Portland to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Portland is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Portland to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Portland with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Portland to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Portland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Portland to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 38 or less one-way and C$ 937 or less round-trip.
  • For flights from Portland, Oregon, to San Francisco, many travelers prefer to use the Portland International Airport (PDX), which is served by multiple airlines.
  • While at Portland International Airport, if you want to access the internet, there’s free Wi-Fi. Switch on your device Wi-Fi and connect to “flypdx.”
  • There are many restaurants at the Portland International Airport at the concourses, including Café Yumm, Tillamook Market, Bambuza Vietnam Kitchen, and the Capers Market.
  • Smoking is not permitted within the Portland International Airport public areas, so there are smoking areas outside the terminals.
  • The San Francisco International Airport (SFO), located 13 miles from downtown San Francisco, is the airport of choice for people traveling from Portland to San Francisco.
  • In case you need medicine while at the San Francisco International Airport, there is a medical clinic at the International Terminal Main Hall in the Departures Area. It offers travel and occupational medical services.
  • If you’re traveling with your kids, there are nursing rooms at San Francisco International Airport located in Terminal 1 post-security, Terminal 2 pre-security, and Terminal 3 pre-security.
  • If you wish to meditate while at the San Francisco International Airport, you can visit the Barman Reflection Room, a quiet space at the International Terminal Main Hall.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Portland to San Francisco?

Find which airlines fly direct from Portland to San Francisco, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Portland to San Francisco

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +22 more

ANA, Air Canada, +23 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +22 more

ANA, Air Canada, +23 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +23 more

ANA, Air Canada, +24 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

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Nonstop returns

San Francisco to Portland

Monday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +18 more

ANA, Air Canada, +19 more

Tuesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +19 more

ANA, Air Canada, +20 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +20 more

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Thursday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Friday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +18 more

ANA, Air Canada, +19 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +22 more

ANA, Air Canada, +23 more

Sunday

ANA, Air Canada, Air New Zealand, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

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Top airline flying from Portland to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Portland to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Portland to San Francisco? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9115 reviews
7.9Comfort
8.6Crew
7.3Food
8.2Boarding
7.3Entertainment
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Like South West(2 check in baggage free) if Alaskan Airlines could give at least one check in baggage free then it would be great.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, May 2024OGG - SFO
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Like South West(2 check in baggage free) if Alaskan Airlines could give at least one check in baggage free then it would be great.

Staff great. Tight seating. Pretzels and drink same as any other airline.

My boarding pass birthdate was printed incorrectly causing me to spend an extra hour in a check-in and then again TSA line and to miss a chance to have dinner pre-flight. My window seat was given away and was replaced with a middle seat. I would have liked an opportunity to charge my phone and take advantage of movies but many of the departure gate chargers weren’t operational and I don’t know of an in-flight charging option, The flight left 45 late after trouble with unruly passengers, and I was glad staff removed them.

Horrible. I likely will have to spend several thousand dollars to rebook my international flights, due to their delays, plus a hotel in SF. I can’t wait to never fly them again!

It was so easy to board using my boarding pass on my iPhone, and I liked what I was given on the plane for food and drink, and everyone was very friendly.

The messaging about the change in flight destination and options for getting to SFO was poor. There should have been frequent updates. When I spoke to the boarding agent moment before we were supposed to board, he was flippant and offered no help before the announcement was made that transportation would be arranged. It was as poor of an experience that I've ever had.

My plane ride down landed 20 min late. Boarding at SFO was strange too. The people at the terminal were nice—but, boarding lacked direction, and was confusing . Coming back was worse—the plane was hours behind—and I barely caught the last Bart train back to San Francisco (3 min more and I would have been in trouble). It was a very stressful trip, and it didn’t need to be.

dont re-route to San Jose. Re-route to closer airport. Provide shuttle bus to go to SFO, not just LYFT vouchers.

WiFi connection bad. Food is really awful. Crew very nice and efficient

Staff seemed genuinely nice, not just going through the motions.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Portland to San Francisco found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
1/6Sat
directAlaska Airlines
1h 45mPDX-SFO
C$ 89
1/6Sat
1 stopDelta
5h 33mPDX-SFO
C$ 114
18/6Tue
1 stopDelta
4h 40mPDX-SFO
C$ 116
6/6Thu
directAlaska Airlines
1h 52mPDX-SFO
C$ 117
28/5Tue
1 stopDelta
4h 10mPDX-SFO
C$ 122
6/6Thu
1 stopAlaska Airlines
4h 14mPDX-SFO
C$ 129
27/5Mon
directAlaska Airlines
1h 52mPDX-SFO
C$ 131
30/5Thu
1 stopDelta
6h 46mPDX-SFO
C$ 143
21/5Tue
directAlaska Airlines
1h 45mPDX-SFO
C$ 145
18/6Tue
1 stopUnited Airlines
23h 48mPDX-SFO
C$ 548

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Last minute flights from Portland to San Francisco

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Portland to San Francisco that are departing in the next 10 days.
7/5Tue
directAlaska Airlines
1h 51mPDX-SFO
7/5Tue
directAlaska Airlines
1h 55mSFO-PDX
C$ 500
7/5Tue
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
5h 34mPDX-SFO
7/5Tue
directAlaska Airlines
1h 44mSFO-PDX
C$ 513
7/5Tue
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
5h 01mPDX-SFO
7/5Tue
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
7h 17mSFO-PDX
C$ 526
7/5Tue
multi-stopDelta
6h 20mPDX-SFO
7/5Tue
multi-stopDelta
3h 57mSFO-PDX
C$ 534
5/5Sun
directAlaska Airlines
1h 51mPDX-SFO
5/5Sun
directAlaska Airlines
1h 55mSFO-PDX
C$ 555
6/5Mon
multi-stopDelta
6h 11mPDX-SFO
6/5Mon
multi-stopDelta
4h 10mSFO-PDX
C$ 589
5/5Sun
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
4h 14mPDX-SFO
5/5Sun
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
5h 33mSFO-PDX
C$ 665
4/5Sat
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
4h 14mPDX-SFO
4/5Sat
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
6h 32mSFO-PDX
C$ 1,058

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Portland - San Francisco Flights

Departure:

Portland (PDX)United States

Destination:

San Francisco (SFO)United States

Cabin classes:

C$ 1,442
C$ 864

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