Cheap flights from Portland to San Diego from $77

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7:15 am - 11:09 amPDX-SAN
27h 54m1 stop
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8:33 pm - 11:16 pmSAN-PDX
2h 43mnonstop
$178Multiple Airlines
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Sat, Oct 4 - Mon, Oct 6
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12:43 pm - 8:08 pmPDX-SAN
7h 25m1 stop
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8:33 pm - 11:16 pmSAN-PDX
2h 43mnonstop
$179Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 20
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9:30 pm - 11:59 pmPDX-SAN
2h 29mnonstop
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12:18 pm - 8:50 pmSAN-PDX
8h 32m1 stop
$180Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 21
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7:00 am - 9:32 amPDX-SAN
2h 32mnonstop
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11:43 am - 4:50 pmSAN-PDX
5h 07m1 stop
$181Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 21
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12:43 pm - 11:50 pmPDX-SAN
11h 07m1 stop
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8:33 pm - 11:16 pmSAN-PDX
2h 43mnonstop
$182Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Oct 14 - Thu, Oct 16
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12:44 pm - 8:08 pmPDX-SAN
7h 24m1 stop
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10:52 am - 8:47 pmSAN-PDX
9h 55m1 stop
$183Frontier
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Fri, Oct 10 - Mon, Oct 13
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12:43 pm - 11:50 pmPDX-SAN
11h 07m1 stop
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10:52 am - 8:47 pmSAN-PDX
9h 55m1 stop
$184Frontier
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Thu, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 13
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5:30 am - 10:15 amPDX-SAN
4h 45m1 stop
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7:00 am - 12:05 pmSAN-PDX
5h 05m1 stop
$208Southwest
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Thu, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 2
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5:38 pm - 8:14 pmPDX-SAN
2h 36mnonstop
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9:15 am - 4:54 pmSAN-PDX
7h 39m1 stop
$210Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 18
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5:30 pm - 11:25 pmPDX-SAN
5h 55m1 stop
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7:30 pm - 11:35 pmSAN-PDX
4h 05m1 stop
$228Southwest
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Tue, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 28

Frontier flights from Portland to San Diego

Our best Frontier deals on Portland to San Diego flight tickets
Frontier
Sep 22
PDX11:23 amPortland
11h 54m
1 stop
SAN11:17 pmSan Diego
Sep 26
SAN6:35 amSan Diego
17h 37m
1 stop
PDX12:12 amPortland
Frontier
Oct 10
PDX12:44 pmPortland
7h 24m
1 stop
SAN8:08 pmSan Diego
Oct 13
SAN10:52 amSan Diego
9h 55m
1 stop
PDX8:47 pmPortland
Frontier
Oct 9
PDX12:43 pmPortland
11h 07m
1 stop
SAN11:50 pmSan Diego
Oct 13
SAN10:52 amSan Diego
9h 55m
1 stop
PDX8:47 pmPortland

Alaska Airlines flights from Portland to San Diego

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Portland to San Diego flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Oct 17
PDX9:30 pmPortland
2h 29m
SAN11:59 pmSan Diego
Oct 21
SAN12:18 pmSan Diego
8h 32m
1 stop
PDX8:50 pmPortland
Alaska Airlines
Oct 21
PDX7:00 amPortland
2h 32m
SAN9:32 amSan Diego
Oct 21
SAN11:43 amSan Diego
5h 07m
1 stop
PDX4:50 pmPortland
Alaska Airlines
Nov 12
PDX7:02 amPortland
12h 06m
1 stop
SAN7:08 pmSan Diego
Nov 24
SAN9:10 pmSan Diego
2h 49m
PDX11:59 pmPortland

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to San Diego that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
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PortlandSan Diego

PDX - SAN

PDXSAN

Portland

Sat 10/4

7:15 am-11:09 am

1 stop27h 54m

San Diego

Mon 10/6

8:33 pm-11:16 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

$178

PortlandSan Diego

PDX - SAN

PDXSAN

Portland

Fri 10/17

12:43 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop7h 25m

San Diego

Mon 10/20

8:33 pm-11:16 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

$179

PortlandSan Diego

PDX - SAN

PDXSAN

Portland

Fri 10/17

9:30 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

San Diego

Tue 10/21

12:18 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$180

PortlandSan Diego

PDX - SAN

PDXSAN

Portland

Tue 10/21

7:00 am-9:32 am

Nonstop2h 32m

San Diego

Tue 10/21

11:43 am-4:50 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$181

PortlandSan Diego

PDX - SAN

PDXSAN

Portland

Tue 10/14

12:43 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop11h 07m

San Diego

Thu 10/16

8:33 pm-11:16 pm

Nonstop2h 43m

$182

PortlandSan Diego

PDX - SAN

PDXSAN

Portland

Fri 10/10

12:44 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop7h 24m

San Diego

Mon 10/13

10:52 am-8:47 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$183

PortlandSan Diego

PDX - SAN

PDXSAN

Portland

Thu 10/9

12:43 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop11h 07m

San Diego

Mon 10/13

10:52 am-8:47 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$184

PortlandSan Diego

PDX - SAN

PDXSAN

Portland

Thu 10/30

5:30 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 45m

San Diego

Sun 11/2

7:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$208

PortlandSan Diego

PDX - SAN

PDXSAN

Portland

Wed 10/15

5:38 pm-8:14 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

San Diego

Sat 10/18

9:15 am-4:54 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$210

PortlandSan Diego

PDX - SAN

PDXSAN

Portland

Tue 11/25

5:30 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 55m

San Diego

Fri 11/28

7:30 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$228

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Portland to San Diego

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of February, then departing from Portland during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $221.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest day to depart from Portland to San Diego is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for San Diego on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $270. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around $308. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to San Diego.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Diego is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $264. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $314.

What is the cheapest Portland to San Diego flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Diego?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from Portland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $271 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from Portland for as low as $229 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Portland to San Diego flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Portland to San Diego 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 San Diego flights?

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

How have Portland to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Portland to San Diego flights are approximately 50% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Portland to San Diego

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Portland to San Diego according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Portland to San Diego (PDX to SAN) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$138

Fastest flight time

2h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Diego

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Diego from Portland in the past 72 hours is $138. The best round-trip flight deal from Portland to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $197.
The fastest flight from Portland to San Diego takes 2h 20m
Direct flights go from Portland to San Diego every day.
There is 1 airport near San Diego: San Diego (SAN)
  • How far is Portland to San Diego by plane?

    Portland and San Diego are 931.8 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 2h 29m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Portland Airport to San Diego Airport?

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

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Portland Airport to San Diego Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Portland Airport to San Diego Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Portland Airport to San Diego Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Portland to San Diego?

  • What is the most popular airline from Portland to San Diego?

Best airlines flying from Portland to San Diego

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Rating
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $69Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,023 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $87Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,173 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $156Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,961 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $156Free CancellationRating
8.0
10,000 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $177Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,729 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $190Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,242 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $228Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,926 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From Portland to San Diego

    Alaska Airlines flight deals from Portland to San Diego start from $156 round-trip. Over the 23 Alaska Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $290 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

  • Southwest Flights From Portland to San Diego

    Southwest (8.0/10 from 4,242 reviews) operates around 11 flights from Portland to San Diego in any given week. The average Southwest airfare for this route is around $383, with deals from around $190 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip Portland to San Diego flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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Can I find flights from Portland to San Diego with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Portland to San Diego with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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