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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Portland flights

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Portland, 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 San Francisco to Portland is January, where tickets cost $147 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $418 and $395 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Portland, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Portland, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 37% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonMarch
Cheapest flight$75
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 36% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
Flight from San Francisco to Portland

When to book flights from San Francisco to Portland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Portland based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns 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 San Francisco to Portland

  • What are some good hotels near Portland International Airport?

    The Clarion Hotel is a 15-minute drive from the popular Mount Tabor Park and an 8-minute drive from Portland International Airport. The Best Western Plus is a budget-friendly option that is less than a 10-minute walk from the Alberta Rose Theatre and a 9-minute drive from the airport.

  • How far is Portland International Airport from the Portland Japanese Gardens?

    It is possible to use both public and private transportation to travel in between Portland International Airport and the Portland Japanese Gardens. If you are driving, it is best to use the I-84 West, as it takes only 26 minutes. If you are using local transportation, it is best to use the MAX Red Line tram, which takes approximately an hour.

  • What is there to do at San Francisco International Airport?

    If you are interested in planes, make sure to stop by the Aviation Museum inside the Main Hall of San Francisco International Airport. If you prefer art, look for one of 40 different exhibitions that are strewn throughout the terminals and contain a variety of paintings, sculptures, and photography. If you would like to watch a movie or play a video game, pay a visit to the InMotion Entertainment desk to rent a portable device for you to keep until your flight begins boarding.

  • Do any airlines have private lounges at San Francisco International Airport?

    Delta, United, and American Airlines all have private lounges in San Francisco International Airport. If you are traveling with one of these companies, make sure to check and see if you are eligible to receive a reduced rate for an entry ticket or free access.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Portland was $49 for a one-way ticket and $97 for a return.

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

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

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

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Portland flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

    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 San Francisco to Portland.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Portland from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Portland?

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

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

    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 Portland from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Portland

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $281 or less one-way.
  • Due to the short distance between the two locations, it is not difficult to find direct flights from San Francisco to Portland. United and Sun Country Airlines are two companies known for offering budget-friendly tickets, while Alaska and Delta Airlines allow customers to acquire more legroom for a small fee.
  • If you are traveling with your family, make sure to bring the kids to the children’s play area that is located near Gate C19 of Portland International Airport. Equipped with toys, activities, and play equipment, this area is a convenient place for kids to burn off some energy after your flight from San Francisco to Portland has landed.
  • For those flying to Portland for business, don’t forget to take advantage of the numerous workstations that are scattered throughout San Francisco International Airport. These workstations contain outlets, desks, and comfortable chairs, making them a quiet place for responding to emails and working through your to-do list.
  • To store some of your suitcases after your have arrived in Portland International Airport, head to the Luggage Services and Logistics desk located in the northern wing of the airport’s baggage claim. This service is open from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm and offers both short and long-term storage options.
  • If you need to quickly charge your portable device before boarding your flight, consider using one of the rapid charging systems that can be found in San Francisco International Airport. These systems cost only a small fee, and they allow cell phones and MP3 players to be charged almost 3 times faster than normal.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Portland?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from San Francisco to Portland.
Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Portland Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Francisco to Portland

Monday

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

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Tuesday

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

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Thursday

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

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Friday

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

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Saturday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +21 more

ANA, Air Canada, +22 more

Sunday

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

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

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Direct returns

Portland to San Francisco

Monday

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

ANA, Air Canada, +21 more

Tuesday

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

ANA, Air Canada, +23 more

Wednesday

ANA, Air Canada, Air China, +22 more

ANA, Air Canada, +23 more

Thursday

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

ANA, Air Canada, +23 more

Friday

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

ANA, Air Canada, +22 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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