What is the cheapest airline that flies from Portland to California?

United Airlines, Southwest, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Portland to California

How many flights depart from Portland to California on average per day?

73 flights are operational daily from Portland to California as of September 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 7:00AM, with 48% of flights per day taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Portland to California on average per week?

As of September 2026, 512 flights take off from Portland and land in California each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 32% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to California?

Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Portland according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 66% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Portland Airport to California?

Prices for flights from Portland Airport to California are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Portland Airport to California?

As of September 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Portland Airport to California.

How old do you have to be to fly from Portland Airport to California?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Portland Airport to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to California can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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9:33 pm - 11:26 pmPDX Portland-SFO San Francisco

1h 53mnonstop

11:42 am - 1:32 pmSFO San Francisco-PDX Portland

1h 50mnonstop

$123Alaska Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20

10:27 am - 12:31 pmPDX Portland-SFO San Francisco

2h 04mnonstop

7:45 am - 9:30 amSFO San Francisco-PDX Portland

1h 45mnonstop

$125Multiple Airlines

Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 23

2:53 pm - 4:47 pmPDX Portland-SFO San Francisco

1h 54mnonstop

11:42 am - 1:32 pmSFO San Francisco-PDX Portland

1h 50mnonstop

$126Alaska Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14

5:30 am - 7:21 amPDX Portland-SFO San Francisco

1h 51mnonstop

10:39 pm - 12:34 amSFO San Francisco-PDX Portland

1h 55mnonstop

$137United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 12

9:00 am - 10:56 amPDX Portland-SFO San Francisco

1h 56mnonstop

7:05 pm - 9:00 pmSFO San Francisco-PDX Portland

1h 55mnonstop

$137United Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21

10:27 am - 12:31 pmPDX Portland-SFO San Francisco

2h 04mnonstop

7:21 pm - 9:20 pmSFO San Francisco-PDX Portland

1h 59mnonstop

$137Frontier

Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Nov 25

9:33 pm - 11:26 pmPDX Portland-SFO San Francisco

1h 53mnonstop

10:19 pm - 11:40 amSFO San Francisco-PDX Portland

13h 21m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$143Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22

12:25 pm - 2:25 pmPDX Portland-SFO San Francisco

26h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

9:11 am - 11:26 amSFO San Francisco-PDX Portland

26h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$148Frontier

Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 21

5:14 am - 1:30 pmPDX Portland-SFO San Francisco

8h 16m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

4:10 pm - 12:01 amSFO San Francisco-PDX Portland

7h 51m1 stop Los Angeles

$159American Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 12

6:30 am - 12:35 pmPDX Portland-SFO San Francisco

6h 05m1 stop Los Angeles

5:45 am - 1:39 pmSFO San Francisco-PDX Portland

7h 54m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$159American Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17

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12:38 pm - 12:14 amPDX Portland-SFO San Francisco

11h 36m1 stop Denver Intl

7:43 am - 9:29 amSFO San Francisco-PDX Portland

1h 46mnonstop

$256Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Oct 19

11:02 am - 10:22 amPDX Portland-SFO San Francisco

23h 20m1 stop Los Angeles

9:25 pm - 11:14 pmSFO San Francisco-PDX Portland

1h 49mnonstop

$271Multiple Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Oct 23

5:53 pm - 7:54 pmPDX Portland-SFO San Francisco

2h 01mnonstop

9:25 pm - 11:14 pmSFO San Francisco-PDX Portland

1h 49mnonstop

$300Alaska Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Oct 12

5:30 am - 7:28 amPDX Portland-SFO San Francisco

1h 58mnonstop

10:39 pm - 12:34 amSFO San Francisco-PDX Portland

1h 55mnonstop

$300United Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Oct 19

12:39 pm - 6:44 pmPDX Portland-LAX Los Angeles

6h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7:38 am - 10:07 amLAX Los Angeles-PDX Portland

2h 29mnonstop

$304Frontier

Mon, Sep 21 - Thu, Oct 1

11:02 am - 1:33 pmPDX Portland-LAX Los Angeles

2h 31mnonstop

7:38 am - 10:07 amLAX Los Angeles-PDX Portland

2h 29mnonstop

$312Frontier

Mon, Sep 21 - Thu, Oct 1

5:54 pm - 8:22 pmPDX Portland-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

2h 28mnonstop

7:02 am - 9:21 amLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-PDX Portland

2h 19mnonstop

$317Alaska Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Thu, Sep 24

7:15 pm - 9:11 pmPDX Portland-SFO San Francisco

1h 56mnonstop

9:02 pm - 10:57 pmSFO San Francisco-PDX Portland

1h 55mnonstop

$317United Airlines

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Oct 23

4:50 pm - 8:45 pmPDX Portland-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

3h 55m1 stop Oakland

3:10 pm - 9:40 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-PDX Portland

6h 30m1 stop San Jose

$322Southwest

Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Sep 28

6:35 am - 10:10 amPDX Portland-BUR Burbank Bob Hope

3h 35m1 stop Sacramento Intl

12:15 pm - 4:20 pmBUR Burbank Bob Hope-PDX Portland

4h 05m1 stop Sacramento Intl

$327Southwest

Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26

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Oct 19

PDX12:25 pmPortland

26h 00m

1 stop

SFO2:25 pmSan Francisco

Oct 22

SFO10:19 pmSan Francisco

13h 21m

1 stop

PDX11:40 amPortland

$155

Frontier

Oct 15

PDX11:06 amPortland

22h 48m

1 stop

SFO9:54 amSan Francisco

Oct 22

SFO2:17 pmSan Francisco

21h 23m

1 stop

PDX11:40 amPortland

$173

Frontier

Oct 12

PDX12:25 pmPortland

5h 16m

1 stop

LAX5:41 pmLos Angeles

Oct 15

LAX7:38 amLos Angeles

2h 33m

PDX10:11 amPortland

$182

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Oct 31

PDX6:30 amPortland

2h 46m

LAX9:16 amLos Angeles

Nov 7

LAX9:29 pmLos Angeles

2h 32m

PDX12:01 amPortland

$227

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Oct 13

PDX5:10 amPortland

6h 59m

1 stop

SJC12:09 pmSan Jose

Oct 20

SJC6:00 amSan Jose

7h 39m

1 stop

PDX1:39 pmPortland

$237

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Jan 11

PDX5:00 amPortland

6h 49m

1 stop

PSP11:49 amPalm Springs

Jan 16

PSP9:25 amPalm Springs

8h 16m

1 stop

PDX5:41 pmPortland

$241

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Mon 10/19

12:25 pm-2:25 pm

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Wed 11/11

5:14 am-1:30 pm

1 stop8h 16m

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4:10 pm-12:01 am

1 stop7h 51m

$159

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Tue 10/13

6:30 am-12:35 pm

1 stop6h 05m

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Sat 10/17

5:45 am-1:39 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$159

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of October is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Portland averaging around $261.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from Portland to California is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $289. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Sunday is $437.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $277. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $376 on average. Flights to California from Portland in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Portland to California flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Portland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $257 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Portland for as low as $208 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Portland to California flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Portland to California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Portland to California flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Portland to California.

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Best Price Found	$62
Fastest flight time	1h 07m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Portland in the past 72 hours is $62. The best round-trip flight deal from Portland to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $123.

The fastest flight from Portland to California takes 1h 07m

Direct flights go from Portland to California every day.

There are 418 airports in California. From Portland there are direct flights to San Jose (SJC), San Francisco (SFO).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Portland Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Portland Airport to California are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Portland Airport to California?
As of September 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Portland Airport to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from Portland Airport to California?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Portland Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to California can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Portland to California?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Portland to California is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), representing 27.11% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A319 at 14.39%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 14.28%, and Airbus A320-100/200 at 8.74%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $51	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,599 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $66	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,811 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $83	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,581 reviews	Search Delta flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $113	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,937 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $117	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,190 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $123	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,217 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $158	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,034 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $184	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,075 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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