Flying from Portland Airport (PWM) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Portland Airport to San Francisco International Airport is 6 hours 35 minutes.
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-8, which makes San Francisco three hours behind Portland.
To ensure you catch your PWM to SFO flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
United offers direct flights from Portland Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in San Francisco — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
Most travellers choose to fly with United on this route.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Portland Airport to San Francisco International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PWM and SFO:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
New York Newark Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland Airport (PWM) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
R 3,114 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Portland Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 6,024. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from PWM to SFO, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Portland Airport to San Francisco International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from PWM to SFO.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Portland Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Portland Airport (PWM)
The address for PWM is 1001 Westbrook Street.
Of the flights that depart from Portland Airport, 79% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Portland to Portland Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Portland Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to PWM:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're arriving on a late Portland Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near SFO:
Grab a San Francisco International Airport rental car and discover San Francisco and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are well-known companies to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week before you travel.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Portland Airport to San Francisco International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit San Francisco. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Portland Airport to San Francisco International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PWM to SFO in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen San Francisco. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Fresno is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No journey is complete without dropping by Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
