Portland

$89+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Portland (SMF - PDX)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — PDX
Jul 2 — Jul 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Portland are usually found in January or February, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Portland

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Portland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 2, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/117:41 pm
SMF
-
PDX
1 stop4h 15m
Delta
Sat 8/155:30 am
PDX
-
SMF
1 stop6h 41m
Delta
Deal found 5/29$203
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/206:36 pm
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 37m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 10/212:45 pm
PDX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 41m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/1$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/47:03 pm
SMF
-
PDX
1 stop5h 47m
United Airlines
Tue 8/117:00 am
PDX
-
SMF
1 stop6h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/1$220
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/78:40 pm
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Wed 8/126:25 pm
PDX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 5/28$223
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2012:51 pm
SMF
-
PDX
1 stop4h 23m
Delta
Mon 8/243:25 pm
PDX
-
SMF
1 stop7h 12m
Delta
Deal found 5/29$229
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/187:17 pm
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 33m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 8/2210:45 am
PDX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/28$230
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/302:55 pm
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 6/305:59 pm
PDX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/1$232
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/811:46 am
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 7/98:15 am
PDX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 33m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/29$235
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/292:55 pm
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 7/411:00 am
PDX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 33m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/28$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/235:40 am
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Mon 6/295:30 am
PDX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 5/29$240

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Portland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Portland (PDX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$203
(Delta)

One-way from

$89
(Delta)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$307
Provider with most accurate pricing for Sacramento Intl-Portland flight deals.
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From Sacramento Intl to Portland
One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Portland
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Portland that are best for you.

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Price

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SacramentoPortland

SMF - PDX

SMFPDX

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/13

2:55 pm-4:27 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Portland

Tue 7/14

8:15 am-9:48 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$237

SacramentoPortland

SMF - PDX

SMFPDX

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/6

11:46 am-1:18 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Portland

Tue 8/11

11:00 am-12:33 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$240

SacramentoPortland

SMF - PDX

SMFPDX

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/25

5:35 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Portland

Mon 7/27

5:30 am-7:00 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$247

SacramentoPortland

SMF - PDX

SMFPDX

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/20

2:50 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops7h 20m

Portland

Fri 7/24

5:30 am-7:00 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$252

SacramentoPortland

SMF - PDX

SMFPDX

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/11

2:55 pm-4:27 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Portland

Thu 8/13

2:32 pm-4:06 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$256

SacramentoPortland

SMF - PDX

SMFPDX

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/14

8:15 am-2:40 pm

2 stops6h 25m

Portland

Tue 7/14

5:55 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$262

SacramentoPortland

SMF - PDX

SMFPDX

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/28

8:40 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Portland

Mon 8/31

12:40 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops6h 45m

$272

SacramentoPortland

SMF - PDX

SMFPDX

Sacramento Intl

Fri 7/17

11:46 am-1:18 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Portland

Sun 7/19

8:15 am-9:48 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$282

SacramentoPortland

SMF - PDX

SMFPDX

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/18

11:30 am-7:00 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Portland

Mon 9/21

3:25 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$282

SacramentoPortland

SMF - PDX

SMFPDX

Sacramento Intl

Fri 7/17

5:20 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Portland

Sun 7/19

7:05 am-12:17 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$302

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Portland

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Portland in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Portland flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Portland flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Portland flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Portland flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sacramento-Portland flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Portland

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Portland

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Portland?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sacramento to Portland, you should look to book at least 68 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Portland?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Portland (average of $167). Flying from Sacramento to Portland in May is currently the most expensive (average of $314). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SMF to PDX?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento to Portland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 2, 2026.

When flying from Sacramento to Portland, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Portland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Portland. Price data was last updated on May 30, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Portland flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Portland?

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Brandon Schultz

Expert on PDX

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Matt Meltzer

Expert on SMF

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

Reviews of airlines servicing Portland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Portland. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Portland. Reviews last updated June 2, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andHawaiian Airlines from Sacramento to Portland to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Portland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Sacramento to Portland?

    Booking a flight from Sacramento Intl (SMF) to Portland (PDX) is your only option if you wish to fly from Sacramento to Portland. On a typical day, there are 5 flights from Sacramento Intl to Portland, all of which are around 1h 25m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 4 airlines when you book a flight from Sacramento Intl to Portland.

  • How popular is this Sacramento to Portland flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Portland?

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines and Southwest fly from Sacramento to Portland in about 1h 32m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 48m. The distance between Sacramento and Portland is about 479 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Portland round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Sacramento to Portland is Hawaiian Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $97 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and Frontier, starting at $97 and $115 round-trip. Hawaiian Airlines is 58% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to Portland one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $78 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $78 and Hawaiian Airlines from $83 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sacramento to Portland?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Sacramento to Portland consider choosing Condor (100%), Icelandair (100%) or Hawaiian Airlines (96%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Portland?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Portland? While on average our users pay $904, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $88. The most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Portland), is priced around $220.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sacramento to Portland that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sacramento to Portland flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Portland?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sacramento to Portland.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to Portland?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Portland by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Portland?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Portland (average of $167). Flying from Sacramento to Portland in May is currently the most expensive (average of $314). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Sacramento to Portland

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Portland. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$97Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
FrontierCheapest$115Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$121Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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