Chico

$109+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to Chico, CA

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 8/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — SMF
Jul 11 — Jul 181
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to Chico

Cheapest flights from Portland to Chico
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Chico. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 11, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Wed 9/22:34 pm
PDX
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SMF
Nonstop1h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/811:54 am
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/8$167
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 9/15:49 pm
PDX
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SMF
Nonstop1h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 9/93:02 pm
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/7$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 8/46:35 am
PDX
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SMF
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Sat 8/88:30 am
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9$181
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 9/15:49 pm
PDX
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SMF
Nonstop1h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 9/106:55 pm
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/8$184
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 9/15:50 am
PDX
-
SMF
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
Tue 9/87:50 pm
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8$190
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 9/15:49 pm
PDX
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SMF
Nonstop1h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/72:58 pm
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/8$192
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Wed 9/25:54 pm
PDX
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SMF
1 stop4h 46m
Delta
Wed 9/91:00 pm
SMF
-
PDX
1 stop5h 41m
Delta
Deal found 6/8$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 8/145:15 pm
PDX
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SMF
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Mon 8/175:50 am
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8$199
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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.
Thu 8/62:32 pm
PDX
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SMF
Nonstop1h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 8/1011:46 am
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/8$201
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 7/305:59 pm
PDX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 8/411:46 am
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$202
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. 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 9/19:15 am
PDX
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SMF
Nonstop1h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 9/66:55 pm
SMF
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PDX
Nonstop1h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/8$205

Find flight deals from Portland to Chico

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Portland to Chico flight deals. Data was last updated June 11, 2026.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$167
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$109
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$292
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From Portland to Chico
One-way flight from Portland to Chico
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Cheapest round-trip

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Sat 9/26

6:10 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/28

5:20 am-10:50 am

1 stop5h 30m

$208

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Sat 8/29

6:10 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/30

12:10 pm-1:40 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$228

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Wed 8/26

5:50 am-1:20 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/31

3:00 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops6h 45m

$229

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Sat 7/18

11:00 am-12:33 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 7/18

2:55 pm-4:27 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$232

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Tue 10/13

7:20 am-1:07 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/22

6:00 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 15m

$237

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Mon 9/14

7:00 am-12:11 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/19

5:29 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$237

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Fri 7/3

8:15 am-9:48 am

Nonstop1h 33m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/9

11:46 am-1:18 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$237

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Sat 7/25

5:59 pm-7:37 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/28

11:46 am-1:18 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$237
Quickest round-trip

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Tue 6/30

10:25 am-11:55 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/30

8:55 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$237

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Thu 7/2

5:59 pm-7:37 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/6

11:46 am-1:18 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$237

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Chico

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PDX to CH1?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to Chico. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 11, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 15% on flights from Portland to Chico by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Portland to Chico

Explore weekly flight availability from Portland to Chico. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 11, 2026.

The most flights from PDX to CH1 are scheduled on a Thursday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Chico. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2026.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Chico

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chico. 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 Chico. Reviews last updated June 11, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andHawaiian Airlines from Portland to Chico have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

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

    Portland (PDX) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Portland to Chico. You should not have trouble finding flights to Chico from Portland; the airport handles an average of 7 outbound flights to Chico per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the Portland airport to Chico. It is only a 6.0 mi journey to Portland (PDX) from Portland’s city center.

  • How popular is this Portland to Chico flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Portland to Chico?

    Southwest and Alaska Airlines can get you from Portland to Chico in just under 1h 30m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Portland and Chico are separated by a distance of 479 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $52. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Portland to Chico for a low price.

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

    Consider Condor (100%), Icelandair (100%) or Horizon Air (97%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Portland to Chico.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland to Chico?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Portland to Chico? While on average our users pay $329, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $118. The most popular route (Portland - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $163.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Top 4 airlines flying from Portland to Chico

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Portland to Chico. 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 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$98Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$110Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$114Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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