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Flight deals from Portland to San Jose

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Portland Airport to San Jose? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$226. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Jose.C$105 per passenger.Departing Sat., May 23.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Portland on Sat., May 23, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$105, select.
San Jose.C$108 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jun. 24.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Portland on Wed., Jun. 24, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$108, select.
San Jose.C$108 per passenger.Departing Wed., May 13.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Portland on Wed., May 13, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$108, select.
San Jose.C$108 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jul. 1.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Portland on Wed., Jul. 1, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$108, select.
San Jose.C$110 per passenger.Departing Tue., Apr. 28.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Portland on Tue., Apr. 28, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$110, select.
San Jose.C$169 per passenger.Departing Sun., Aug. 16.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Portland on Sun., Aug. 16, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$169, select.
San Jose.C$208 per passenger.Departing Thu., Sep. 3.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Portland on Thu., Sep. 3, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$208, select.
San Jose.C$208 per passenger.Departing Thu., Aug. 13.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Portland on Thu., Aug. 13, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$208, select.
San Jose.C$227 per passenger.Departing Fri., Dec. 18.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Portland on Fri., Dec. 18, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$227, select.
San Jose.C$268 per passenger.Departing Wed., Nov. 25.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Portland on Wed., Nov. 25, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$268, select.
San Jose.C$293 per passenger.Departing Mon., Oct. 12.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Portland on Mon., Oct. 12, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$293, select.
San Jose.C$293 per passenger.Departing Mon., Oct. 12.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Portland on Mon., Oct. 12, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$293, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Portland to San Jose

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Portland to San Jose flights are currently cheapest in May.
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Alternative Portland to San Jose routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Portland to San Jose? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Jose International

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San Jose Reid-Hillview

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Oakland Metropolitan Oak

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San Francisco International

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Concord

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Carmel Monterey Peninsula

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Sacramento Stockton

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Portland to San Jose: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$105
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 52 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week82

Finding cheap flights from Portland to San Jose: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in San Jose: San Jose International, San Jose Reid-Hillview, Oakland Metropolitan Oak, San Francisco International, Concord, Carmel Monterey Peninsula, and Sacramento Stockton.
The best price we found for a return flight from Portland to San Jose is C$215. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 52 minutes is the average flight time from Portland to San Jose.
Alaska Airlines, Horizon Air and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Portland to San Jose.
As of April 2026, there are 82 flights per week flying from Portland to San Jose.
The cheapest month to fly from Portland to San Jose is usually August.
If you're flying from Portland Airport, the cheapest airport near San Jose is San Jose International – which is 4.7 km away from the centre of San Jose. We've found flights into this airport from C$215.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Portland Airport to San Jose on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 52 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Jose but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Jose is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 13°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Jose, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Alaska Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Jose.

Flying from Portland International Airport (PDX) to San Jose: what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Portland International Airport to San Jose is 1 hour 46 minutes.

  • Portland (the location of Portland International Airport) and San Jose share the same timezone — UTC-7.

  • With 116 weekly flights between the two airports, Portland International Airport (PDX) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is the busiest route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:40. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from PDX to SJC is with Southwest Airlines at 21:10.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from PDX to San Jose, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • If you're going away during a peak month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during vacation periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.

  • You can get a direct flight from Portland International Airport to San Jose. Begin your trip at PDX and land at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC).

  • You can choose from various carriers that operate direct flights from Portland International Airport to San Jose, such as:

  • For a flight within United States, you won't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to present another kind of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked flight tickets from Portland International Airport to San Jose, make sure your ID is up to date.

  • PDX is around 19 kilometres from central Portland. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 45 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Portland International Airport to San Jose? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to PDX:

How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to San Jose

  • C$105 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Portland International Airport to San Jose. A return flight starts at C$215. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • To score cheap tickets from PDX to San Jose, book your trip 9 months ahead of your departure date.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Portland International Airport to San Jose. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from PDX to San Jose. There's no need to search every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll let you know the moment the price changes.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Portland International Airport to San Jose. Enter your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in San Jose

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is around 6 kilometres from central San Jose. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 12 minutes.

  • It typically takes 44 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Portland International Airport to San Jose. Book one of these accommodation options near SJC instead:

Best time to go to San Jose

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Portland International Airport to San Jose. To escape the crowds, head for San Jose in May when it's quieter.

  • Before booking a flight from Portland International Airport to San Jose, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Jose, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 32ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from PDX to San Jose in January when temperatures average between 3ºC and 18ºC.

More about San Jose

  • Once you've booked your flight from Portland International Airport to San Jose, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Jose:

  • Winchester Mystery House and Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum are just the start of the major attractions to add to your San Jose travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out San Jose Museum of Art.

Complete your San Jose trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Portland International Airport to San Jose to track down incredible deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need on car rentals in San Jose, from the most popular car type to the average daily price.

Plan the rest of your trip from Portland to San Jose

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