Travelling from Portland International Airport (PDX) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Portland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Portland and San Francisco follow the same timezone, UTC-7.
Flights from PDX to SFO start from 05:45 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last departure is at 21:15 with Alaska Airlines. In total, you can choose from 103 weekly Portland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights.
Your PDX to SFO flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Portland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. When you're ready to start your San Francisco holiday, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of United States:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Alaska Airlines.
With 76.76% of its services arriving as planned, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating PDX to SFO flights.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Portland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PDX and SFO:
Sacramento International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Currently, ₹ 4,004 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Portland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 8,342. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PDX to SFO.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Portland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Portland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
PDX's address is 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from PDX land on schedule 83.65% of the time.
Central Portland to Portland International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near PDX? If you've booked an early flight from Portland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SFO if you're on a late Portland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience more of San Francisco and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport to central San Francisco has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Portland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Portland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 22ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from PDX to SFO sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've visited San Francisco, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey around 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its top attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another favourite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden.
