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$82+ Cheap flights from Portland to Sacramento (PDX - 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 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — SMF
jun 17 — jun 241
ter 6/17
ter 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to Sacramento Intl are usually found in February or May, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) 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 junho 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$127
(Southwest)

One-way from

$82
(Mytrip)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$247
From Portland to Sacramento Intl
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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 junho 12, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
qua 8/208:40 amPDX - SMF
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
qua 9/102:30 pmSMF - PDX
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$127
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
qua 8/69:50 pmPDX - SMF
Nonstop1h 35mAlaska Airlines
seg 8/116:15 amSMF - PDX
1 stop3h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$134
This Hawaiian 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qua 9/37:00 amPDX - SMF
Nonstop1h 36mHawaiian Airlines
dom 9/78:11 amSMF - PDX
Nonstop1h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$137
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qui 9/257:10 amPDX - SMF
1 stop5h 53mDelta
sáb 9/276:00 amSMF - PDX
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Deal found 6/9$144
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qui 6/2612:12 pmPDX - SMF
1 stop6h 37mSpirit Airlines
ter 7/110:19 amSMF - PDX
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$153
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
seg 6/2311:00 amPDX - SMF
1 stop6h 53mMultiple Airlines
sex 6/2710:19 amSMF - PDX
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$218
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
qui 7/33:00 pmPDX - SMF
1 stop7h 28mAmerican Airlines
dom 7/67:24 pmSMF - PDX
1 stop6h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$277
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
seg 6/2311:00 amPDX - SMF
1 stop6h 53mFrontier
qui 6/263:44 pmSMF - PDX
1 stop21h 11mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$306

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

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Portland

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Sacramento

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PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

qua 8/20

8:40 am-4:40 pm

2 stops8h 00m

Sacramento Intl

qua 9/10

2:30 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$127

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

qua 8/6

9:50 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Sacramento Intl

seg 8/11

6:15 am-9:50 am

1 stop3h 35m

$134

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

qua 9/3

7:00 am-8:36 am

Nonstop1h 36m

Sacramento Intl

dom 9/7

8:11 am-9:46 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$137

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

qui 6/26

12:12 pm-6:49 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Sacramento Intl

ter 7/1

10:19 am-5:44 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$153

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

seg 6/30

7:04 am-8:38 am

Nonstop1h 34m

Sacramento Intl

qua 7/2

10:19 am-5:44 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$199

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

sex 8/8

5:05 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Sacramento Intl

sex 8/15

6:55 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$227

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

qui 7/3

3:00 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Sacramento Intl

dom 7/6

7:24 pm-1:38 am

1 stop6h 14m

$277

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

seg 6/23

11:00 am-5:53 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Sacramento Intl

qui 6/26

3:44 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop21h 11m

$306

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

ter 7/8

12:12 pm-11:06 am

1 stop22h 54m

$82

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

sáb 8/16

3:40 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$85

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The best insider tips for Portland to Sacramento flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Portland to Sacramento trip
Airports
PDX

For a quick departure, use PDX's Express Lanes available to first and business class passengers and elite status holders.

Read more about PDXby Brandon Schultz
SMF

Catch the express bus Route 142 from SMF to downtown Sacramento, running every hour and taking about 30 minutes.

Read more about SMFby Matt Meltzer
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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on PDX

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

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

Matt Meltzer

Expert on SMF

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

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.

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Portland to Sacramento may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 42 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Portland to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 PDX to SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to Sacramento. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junho 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Portland to Sacramento in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Sacramento. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Portland to Sacramento

Explore weekly flight availability from Portland to Sacramento. 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 junho 12, 2025.

The most flights from PDX to SMF are scheduled on a Thursday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in Sacramento by month

Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sacramento ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Sacramento when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Sacramento by month

Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sacramento, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

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 junho 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Portland to Sacramento, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Portland to Sacramento?

    Sacramento Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Sacramento from Portland. Booking flights from Portland (PDX) to Sacramento Intl (SMF) should be relatively easy as there are 12 daily flights to Sacramento from 4 different airlines. 1h 30m is how long a flight from Portland to Sacramento Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Portland to Sacramento flight route?

    The Portland to Sacramento Intl flight path was viewed by 44 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Portland to Sacramento round-trip from $127. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $128, and Alaska Airlines, from $134. Southwest is 49% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $82 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $85 and $86, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Portland to Sacramento consider choosing British Airways (94%), Horizon Air (94%) or Icelandair (90%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland to Sacramento?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Portland to Sacramento? While on average our users pay $235, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $88. The most popular route (Portland - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $97.

  • 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 to Sacramento?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Portland to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $401). 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 Portland to Sacramento

Discover the top 4 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 junho 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$65Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$88Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$130Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$154Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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