Best Price
Delta Air Lines
10 Oct, Sat
Portland – San Diego
5h 2m
1 stop
PDX–SAN
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Quick Flight Summary from Portland to San Diego
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price $237
- Direct flight duration 2 hour 33 min
- Arrival airports SAN / CLD / NKX / NZY
- Best days to book Wednesday, Saturday
- Average over the last 30 days $172
Cheapest flights from Portland to San Diego
Delta Air Lines
24 Oct, Sat
Portland – San Diego
5h 2m
1 stop
PDX–SAN
Delta Air Lines
14 Oct, Wed
Portland – San Diego
6h 8m
1 stop
PDX–SAN
Delta Air Lines
30 Sep, Wed
Portland – San Diego
5h 42m
1 stop
PDX–SAN
Delta Air Lines
1 Oct, Thu
Portland – San Diego
5h 42m
1 stop
PDX–SAN
Delta Air Lines
8 Oct, Thu
Portland – San Diego
6h 28m
1 stop
PDX–SAN
Delta Air Lines
19 Sep, Sat
Portland – San Diego
4h 39m
1 stop
PDX–SAN
Cheapest Direct Flight
Alaska Airlines
11 Sep, Fri
Portland – San Diego
2h 33m
Non-stop
PDX–SAN
Delta Air Lines
14 Sep, Mon
Portland – San Diego
6h 13m
1 stop
PDX–SAN
Last update: 09 September 2026 06:27
Estimated Prices for Portland to San Diego Flights
Cheapest Day19 September Saturday
Best Price
$212
Average Price
$231
$266
$212
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Transportation to Airport from Portland City Center
Portland Intl. Airport
The standard way to get to Portland International Airport from the city center is by taxi; you can also prefer tramway as public transportation. However, there are also many private companies that take passengers to the airport with luxury vehicles ranging from minivans to limousines.
Another practical and fast alternative is to benefit from the hotel’s airport shuttle service, if any. If you rented a car for your Portland tour, you can go to the airport by this car and deliver it to the authorized agency at the airport.
Taxi
You can arrive at the airport by taxi from the city center in 20 minutes under normal traffic conditions. The cost of getting to the airport by taxi is about 25-30$.
Shuttle Service
There are a great number of private companies that take passengers from the city center to the Portland International Airport, where millions of passengers board in every year. You need to make a reservation in advance to take advantage of the services of these companies that work based on door to door system. Your hotel can provide you with contact information. The vehicles range from standard automobiles and buses to luxury minivans and limousines.
Rent a car
You can rent a car from many international or local companies in the city center. You need to drive on the I-84 E highway to get to the airport from the city center. You can arrive at the airport in about 20 minutes.
Tramway
In order to get to the airport, you can take the Max. Red Line tram from the city center station. The pedestrian way from airport station to the terminal is only 50 meters.
Hotel Shuttle Service
Nearly all hotels have their own airport shuttle service. You can arrive at the airport in about 20 minutes making reservation in advance. It should be noted that this is a paid service and it may cost a little more than taking a taxi.
Airport Information
The Portland International Airport, the Oregon State’s largest airport, serves as both civilian and military airport. The airport hosts 90% of passenger flights and 95% of cargo flights. The Portland International Airport is located 12 miles north-east of the city.
At the airport, there are a great number of local and international restaurants, cafes and bars as well as all basic units such as cash dispensers, currency exchange offices, post offices and luggage lockers. The airport has a special policy on shopping. All stores operate under ‘tax free’ and they are not allowed to sell their products at higher prices.
Alaska Airlines, Delta Airlines and United Airlines have lounge services at the airport. There is also a conference hall. Free wi-fi network is available for the passengers throughout the entire airport. A bike repair station and a mini cinema room are also available for your convenience.
Transportation to San Diego City Center from Airport
San Diego Intl. Airport
an Diego International Airport is 5 kilometers away from the city center. It is only 10 minutes away from the city. There are many options for airport transportation. If you want to take advantage of these options, you can benefit from shuttle services, metro-bus or taxi.
Airport Shuttle Services
There are shuttle services from the airport to the city center. Shuttle fee per person is 15 dollars. You can easily reach the city center using these services.
Metro-Bus
One of the most preferred options for transportation is the metro-bus type vehicles, also known as “The Flyer”. The shuttle departs from the airport every 10 minutes. The metro-bus vehicles also have special rooms designed for you to put your luggage. So, you can reach the city center affordably and comfortably.
Taxi
Taxi is the most widely used means of transport in airport transfer. You can easily reach wherever you want, whether it is your hotel or anywhere in the city center. The taxi fare is usually low for the near neighborhoods. However, it is worth noting that you also need to tip the taxi driver up to 15% of the overall fare.
Rent a car
Although San Diego is a very big city, there is not much traffic problem in the city. With this in mind, you can rent a car. You can benefit from the companies at the airport such as Avis, National and Hertz as well as the companies at the city center.
San Diego Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Tuesday
8 Sep
33°22°
Today
Wednesday
9 Sep
31°23°
Thursday
10 Sep
26°21°
Friday
11 Sep
24°22°
Saturday
12 Sep
23°21°
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Wingie offer the cheapest Portland-San Diego flights?
How does Wingie offer the cheapest Portland-San Diego flights?
When you search for Portland-San Diego flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Portland-San Diego flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
Which airports can I use for Portland-San Diego flights?
Which airports can I use for Portland-San Diego flights?
For Portland-San Diego flights, you can use Portland Intl. Airport, Troutdale Airport as departure airport, and San Diego Intl. Airport, McClellan Palomar Airport, Marine Corps Miramar Airport, NAS North Island Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Portland-San Diego and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Portland-San Diego and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Portland-San Diego is 1495 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 50 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Portland-San Diego flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Portland-San Diego flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Portland-San Diego flights is Monday.
Portland-San Diego: which airline is better value on this route?
Portland-San Diego: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Delta Air Lines starts from approximately $212.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Alaska Airlines | $238 | — |
 American Airlines | $266 | 1 piece cabin baggage / Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / In-flight Entertainment |
 Delta Air Lines | $212 | 1 piece cabin baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments / In-flight Entertainment |
Last update: 09.09.2026
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