PDX to SFO Route Guide
Portland, United States → San Francisco, United States
Quick answer
KPDX (Portland, United States) to KSFO (San Francisco, United States) is a 479 NM (887 km / 551 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 179° (S). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 2h 3m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
479 NM
887 km / 551 mi
Initial Bearing
179° (S)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
2h 3m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
2,937 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
31 ft
KPDX
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KSFO
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 479 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying PDX-SFO should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between PDX and SFO?
479 nautical miles (887 km / 551 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Portland to San Francisco?
Approximately 2h 3m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly PDX-SFO?
Common types include Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400, Cessna Citation CJ3 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL240 (24,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
179° true (S). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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