Portland to San Jose: low-cost flights

Opodo pulls up both direct and indirect flight options for Portland to San Jose (Costa Rica) side by side. Rank them however suits you, by price or by schedule, and lock in the one that works.

Going direct between Portland and San Jose takes around 9 h and 51 m. Choosing an indirect route will add to that travel time.

A clear picture of your departure and arrival points makes planning simpler. Here's a rundown of the relevant airports and the carriers that fly between them:

• Departure airport: Portland International Airport (PDX)
• Arrival airport: Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

Looking to pay less for your flight from Portland to San Jose? Try these:

• Flexible dates: price up two or three alternative departure days. Moving your flight by just a day can sometimes cut the cost noticeably.
• Baggage allowance: review exactly what comes with each fare before you pay, to dodge any surprise fees once you're at check-in.
• Airports on your route: pin down which airport you'll use at both ends of the trip, particularly where a city has several, as it shapes your transfer time and overall spend.

There's more to shave off the total too: pairing your flight with a hotel in an Opodo Flight + Hotel package unlocks exclusive savings on your stay in San Jose, and tacking on a hire car can cut the cost further still.