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$50+ Cheap flights from California to Salem, OR

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Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
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Cheap flight deals from California to Salem

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Salem flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$84
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$51
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$214
From California to Salem
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Cheapest flights from California to Salem
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Salem. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/214:40 pmLAS - PDX
Nonstop2h 17mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/257:52 pmPDX - LAS
Nonstop2h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/31$84
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/224:40 pmLAS - PDX
Nonstop2h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/2411:27 amPDX - LAS
Nonstop2h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$98
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/277:05 amSMF - PDX
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Sat 9/65:10 amPDX - SMF
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$107
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/293:48 pmLAS - PDX
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
Mon 9/111:36 amPDX - LAS
Nonstop2h 22mFrontier
Deal found 7/31$109
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Sat 9/66:30 amSMF - PDX
1 stop12h 53mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/88:18 pmPDX - SMF
1 stop12h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/31$110
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/266:50 pmSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 47mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/271:45 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$110
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Mon 8/258:25 amONT - PDX
Nonstop2h 24mFrontier
Fri 8/297:04 pmPDX - ONT
Nonstop2h 23mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$110
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Thu 9/46:00 amSJC - PDX
1 stop5h 12mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/98:04 pmPDX - SJC
1 stop4h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$114
This CheapTickets deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 CheapTickets is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/131:24 pmSFO - PDX
1 stop3h 26mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 9/202:30 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 54mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/30$116
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/196:30 amSMF - PDX
1 stop4h 04mDelta
Wed 8/207:15 amPDX - SMF
1 stop5h 21mDelta
Deal found 7/29$117
This iWofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 iWofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/136:45 pmSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 50mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/202:30 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop1h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$118
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/118:27 amSFO - PDX
Nonstop1h 48mFrontier
Mon 8/181:40 pmPDX - SFO
Nonstop2h 01mFrontier
Deal found 7/31$119

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Salem 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 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Salem that are best for you.

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Salem

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Depart

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Price

Las VegasPortland

LAS - PDX

LASPDX

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 8/21

4:40 pm-6:57 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

Portland

Mon 8/25

7:52 pm-10:13 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$84

Las VegasPortland

LAS - PDX

LASPDX

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 8/22

4:40 pm-6:57 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

Portland

Sun 8/24

11:27 am-1:49 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

$98

SacramentoPortland

SMF - PDX

SMFPDX

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/27

7:05 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Portland

Sat 9/6

5:10 am-1:30 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$107

Las VegasPortland

LAS - PDX

LASPDX

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 8/29

3:48 pm-6:14 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Portland

Mon 9/1

11:36 am-1:58 pm

Nonstop2h 22m

$109

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

6:50 pm-8:37 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Portland

Wed 8/27

1:45 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$110

SacramentoPortland

SMF - PDX

SMFPDX

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/6

6:30 am-7:23 pm

1 stop12h 53m

Portland

Mon 9/8

8:18 pm-8:38 am

1 stop12h 20m

$110

OntarioPortland

ONT - PDX

ONTPDX

Ontario

Mon 8/25

8:25 am-10:49 am

Nonstop2h 24m

Portland

Fri 8/29

7:04 pm-9:27 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$110

San JosePortland

SJC - PDX

SJCPDX

San Jose

Thu 9/4

6:00 am-11:12 am

1 stop5h 12m

Portland

Tue 9/9

8:04 pm-12:24 am

1 stop4h 20m

$114

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Sat 9/13

1:24 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop3h 26m

Portland

Sat 9/20

2:30 pm-4:24 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

$116

SacramentoPortland

SMF - PDX

SMFPDX

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/19

6:30 am-10:34 am

1 stop4h 04m

Portland

Wed 8/20

7:15 am-12:36 pm

1 stop5h 21m

$117

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Best time to book a flight from California to Salem

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Salem

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Salem?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Salem (average of $277). Flying from California to Salem in March is currently the most expensive (average of $368). 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 CA to SA8?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Salem. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

When flying from California to Salem, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from California to Salem

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Salem. 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 July 31, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to SA8 are scheduled on a Thursday (82 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (31 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Salem?

Reviews of airlines servicing Salem

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salem. 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 Salem. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Salem, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this California to Salem flight route?

    This flight path from California to Salem was viewed by 152 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 to fly from California to Salem one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $51. Users have also found prices from $62 and $64 on Frontier and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Salem?

    While some choose either Ontario - Portland or San Francisco - Portland, Los Angeles - Portland is the most popular route from California to Salem.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Salem?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from California to Salem consider choosing Icelandair (94%), KLM (93%) or ITA Airways (90%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Salem?

    On average you can expect to pay $798 for a flight from California to Salem. The cheapest flight overall is $69 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Portland) is currently priced at $118.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Salem that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Salem?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Salem?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Salem 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 California to Salem?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Salem (average of $277). Flying from California to Salem in March is currently the most expensive (average of $368). 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 10 airlines flying from California to Salem

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Salem. 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$30Average$127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$43Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$68Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$89Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$95Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Allegiant AirCheapest$97Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
SouthwestCheapest$115Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Avelo AirlinesCheapest$117Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$126Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$159Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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