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$171+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME to Sacramento (PWM - SMF)

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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — SMF
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sun 8/23
Sun 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to Sacramento

Cheapest flights from Portland to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 24, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Sat 8/295:03 pm
PWM
-
SMF
1 stop8h 45m
United Airlines
Sat 9/58:13 am
SMF
-
PWM
1 stop8h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21$311
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/209:08 am
PWM
-
SMF
1 stop8h 15m
American Airlines
Mon 8/245:31 am
SMF
-
PWM
1 stop10h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/20$337
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Thu 8/207:40 am
PWM
-
SMF
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Mon 8/248:10 pm
SMF
-
PWM
2 stops10h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/20$342
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Wed 9/305:08 pm
PWM
-
SMF
1 stop8h 38m
United Airlines
Tue 10/67:39 am
SMF
-
PWM
2 stops11h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/23$344
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Thu 10/225:20 am
PWM
-
SMF
2 stops11h 25m
Southwest
Tue 10/278:45 am
SMF
-
PWM
2 stops10h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 7/21$357
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/262:40 pm
PWM
-
SMF
1 stop10h 19m
JetBlue
Sat 8/2911:11 pm
SMF
-
PWM
1 stop10h 19m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/19$383
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/236:30 am
PWM
-
SMF
1 stop8h 50m
Southwest
Mon 10/2611:55 pm
SMF
-
PWM
1 stop8h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22$387
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Thu 9/245:08 pm
PWM
-
SMF
1 stop8h 38m
United Airlines
Sun 9/277:50 pm
SMF
-
PWM
2 stops11h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21$388
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 9/306:02 am
PWM
-
SMF
2 stops15h 58m
Delta
Wed 10/76:00 am
SMF
-
PWM
2 stops14h 36m
Delta
Deal found 7/23$389

Find flight deals from Portland to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PWM) to Sacramento (SMF). 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 July 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$311
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$171
(United Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$887
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland to Sacramento that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Sacramento that are best for you.

Fly from

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PortlandSacramento

PWM - SMF

PWMSMF

Portland

Sat 8/29

5:03 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/5

8:13 am-7:18 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$311
Quickest round-trip

PortlandSacramento

PWM - SMF

PWMSMF

Portland

Wed 9/30

5:45 am-11:05 am

1 stop8h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/6

11:55 pm-10:55 am

1 stop8h 00m

$337

PortlandSacramento

PWM - SMF

PWMSMF

Portland

Thu 8/20

7:40 am-12:25 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 8/24

8:10 pm-9:55 am

2 stops10h 45m

$342

PortlandSacramento

PWM - SMF

PWMSMF

Portland

Wed 9/30

5:08 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/6

7:39 am-9:54 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$344

PortlandSacramento

PWM - SMF

PWMSMF

Portland

Thu 9/24

5:08 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/27

7:50 pm-10:02 am

2 stops11h 12m

$388

PortlandSacramento

PWM - SMF

PWMSMF

Portland

Wed 9/30

6:02 am-7:00 pm

2 stops15h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/7

6:00 am-11:36 pm

2 stops14h 36m

$389

PortlandSacramento

PWM - SMF

PWMSMF

Portland

Fri 9/25

2:10 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops10h 00m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/28

8:10 pm-9:55 am

2 stops10h 45m

$397

PortlandSacramento

PWM - SMF

PWMSMF

Portland

Mon 10/5

5:20 am-2:40 pm

1 stop12h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/10

7:25 pm-9:40 am

2 stops11h 15m

$400

PortlandSacramento

PWM - SMF

PWMSMF

Portland

Wed 8/26

2:40 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 19m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/29

11:11 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop10h 19m

$410

PortlandSacramento

PWM - SMF

PWMSMF

Portland

Wed 8/26

5:03 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/29

9:20 am-9:23 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$421

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Compare providers for flights from Portland to Sacramento

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 Portland to Sacramento in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Portland, Maine-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Portland, Maine-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland, Maine-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland, Maine-Sacramento 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 Portland, Maine-Sacramento 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 Portland to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Portland with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Sacramento (average of $345). Flying from Portland, Maine to Sacramento in July is currently the most expensive (average of $887). 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.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Portland, Maine to Sacramento flights typically cost between $568 and $748 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $311 on United Airlines (Aug 29-Sep 5).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated July 24, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Portland to Sacramento, such as Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,026 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,834 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Portland to Sacramento. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Portland, Maine to Sacramento?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Southwest fly from Portland, Maine to Sacramento in about 8h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 25m. The distance between Portland, Maine and Sacramento is about 2645 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Sacramento, with prices starting at $318. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $377 and $417, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 43% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to Sacramento 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 Portland, Maine to Sacramento?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Sacramento (average of $345). Flying from Portland, Maine to Sacramento in July is currently the most expensive (average of $887). 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 3 airlines flying from Portland to Sacramento

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Portland to Sacramento. 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 July 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$318Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$377Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$417Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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