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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 September, then departing from Portland during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $203.
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 $256. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $294. 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 $235. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $298.
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 5 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $253 when searching 5 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 $207 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.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Portland to San Diego?
Spirit Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Portland to San Diego
What airlines fly to San Diego?
Alaska Airlines, Frontier and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Diego from Portland according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 71% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Diego. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to San Diego on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Portland to San Diego on average per day?
7 flights are operational daily from Portland to San Diego as of June 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 8:00AM, with 50% of flights per day taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from Portland to San Diego on average per week?
The number of flights available between Portland and San Diego is 52 per week as of June 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 29% of weekly flights leaving on this day.
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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 26m.
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?
As of June 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from 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?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Portland to San Diego is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (25.75% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets) (24.49%), Boeing 737 (19.47%), and Boeing 737 MAX 9 (18.77%).
What is the most popular airline from Portland to San Diego?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Portland and San Diego, the leading airline is Alaska Airlines, making up 66% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Spirit Airlines with 21%, Hawaiian Airlines with 3%, and Frontier with 3%.
Best airlines flying from Portland to San Diego
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Portland to San Diego with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $75 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,052 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $99 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,295 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $154 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $158 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,946 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $177 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.8 2,494 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $219 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,287 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $228 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,790 reviews |
Alaska Airlines Flights From Portland to San Diego
Alaska Airlines flight deals from Portland to San Diego start from $154 round-trip. Over the 14 Alaska Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $283 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
Southwest Flights From Portland to San Diego
Southwest (8.0/10 from 4,287 reviews) operates around 13 flights from Portland to San Diego in any given week. The average Southwest airfare for this route is around $392, with deals from around $219 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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It is quick and easy to find Portland to San Diego flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to San Diego that suits you.
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.
How can momondo help me find flights from Portland to San Diego?
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