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$78+ 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 5/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — SMF
May 30 — Jun 61
Sat 5/30
Sat 6/6
1 adult, Economy
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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 April 30, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 5/2012:45 pm
PDX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Thu 5/215:50 am
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 4/29$167
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/197:05 am
PDX
-
SMF
1 stop4h 48m
Delta
Tue 5/195:00 pm
SMF
-
PDX
1 stop6h 44m
Delta
Deal found 4/28$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/65:44 pm
PDX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 6/88:06 am
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$178
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Sun 5/2412:35 pm
PDX
-
SMF
1 stop22h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/267:05 pm
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$179
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 6/36:00 am
PDX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Sat 6/62:45 pm
SMF
-
PDX
2 stops6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 4/29$182
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/195:30 am
PDX
-
SMF
1 stop6h 23m
Delta
Sat 5/235:21 pm
SMF
-
PDX
1 stop3h 57m
Delta
Deal found 4/27$187
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/192:35 pm
PDX
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 5/267:05 pm
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 41m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$192
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/195:30 am
PDX
-
SMF
1 stop4h 17m
United Airlines
Tue 5/198:22 pm
SMF
-
PDX
1 stop4h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/27$195
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/265:30 am
PDX
-
SMF
1 stop5h 16m
Delta
Sat 5/305:00 pm
SMF
-
PDX
1 stop5h 40m
Delta
Deal found 4/28$197
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/275:15 am
PDX
-
SMF
1 stop4h 10m
United Airlines
Wed 6/38:29 pm
SMF
-
PDX
1 stop4h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/29$201
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/195:00 am
PDX
-
SMF
1 stop6h 50m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/202:52 pm
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$202
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Sat 5/235:46 pm
PDX
-
SMF
1 stop3h 59m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/272:52 pm
SMF
-
PDX
Nonstop1h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$207

Find 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 April 30, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$167
(Southwest)

One-way from

$78
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$257
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One-way flight from Portland to Sacramento Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($41 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 April 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Tue 5/19

5:30 am-2:27 pm

2 stops8h 57m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/19

8:22 pm-12:33 am

1 stop4h 11m

$202

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Tue 5/26

6:00 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/30

12:40 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$217

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Tue 5/19

7:25 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/23

11:45 am-5:35 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$227

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Tue 6/23

8:15 am-9:48 am

Nonstop1h 33m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 6/25

2:55 pm-4:27 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$252

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Sat 5/23

5:15 am-9:25 am

1 stop4h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/30

6:00 am-10:20 am

1 stop4h 20m

$267

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Tue 6/16

7:50 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 6/21

7:45 pm-1:00 am

1 stop5h 15m

$272

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Fri 5/29

5:05 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/31

5:30 am-12:33 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$278
Quickest round-trip

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Thu 5/21

5:30 am-7:00 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/24

7:55 am-9:25 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$287

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Fri 6/12

9:15 am-5:05 pm

2 stops7h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/17

5:40 pm-12:05 am

1 stop6h 25m

$297
Cheapest one-way

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Tue 6/23

8:15 am-9:48 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$79

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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 April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Portland-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-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-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.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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 89 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Sacramento (average of $157). Flying from Portland to Sacramento in November is currently the most expensive (average of $371). 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 April 30, 2026.

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 17% 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 April 25, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to Sacramento flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings 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 Portland to Sacramento?

The best insider tips for Portland to Sacramento flights

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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Alaska Airlines

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Marisa Garcia

Expert on Southwest

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Brandon Schultz

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

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.

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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 April 30, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andHawaiian Airlines from Portland to Sacramento 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,319 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,837 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

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 5 daily flights to Sacramento from 3 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 41 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Portland to Sacramento?

    There are many flights that can get you from Portland to Sacramento in 1h 30m. Fly via United Airlines or Southwest to get the fastest option. Portland and Sacramento are separated by a distance of 479 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Portland to Sacramento round-trip from $97. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $109, and Hawaiian Airlines, from $114. Southwest is 61% 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?

    $41 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 Southwest and Hawaiian Airlines, with prices starting from $52 and $56, 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 Alaska Airlines (94%), Hawaiian Airlines (93%) or Horizon Air (93%) 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 $256, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $78. The most popular route (Portland - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $157.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Sacramento (average of $157). Flying from Portland to Sacramento in November is currently the most expensive (average of $371). 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 April 30, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$109Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$114Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%

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