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$48+ Cheap flights from California to Salem, OR

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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — PDX
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
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Cheap flight deals from California to Salem

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CheapOair
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CheapOair
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Round-trip from

$110
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$48
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$252
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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 November 3, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/46:15 amONT - PDX
1 stop27h 19mFrontier
Mon 12/89:31 amPDX - ONT
1 stop11h 46mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$110
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sun 11/166:10 amLAS - PDX
1 stop8h 21mFrontier
Sun 11/237:09 pmPDX - LAS
Nonstop2h 18mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$112
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Tue 11/257:00 amLAS - PDX
Nonstop2h 21mFrontier
Fri 11/285:28 pmPDX - LAS
Nonstop2h 16mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$113
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/176:10 amLAS - PDX
1 stop8h 21mFrontier
Mon 12/15:15 pmPDX - LAS
Nonstop2h 16mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$114
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/203:31 pmONT - PDX
1 stop21h 37mFrontier
Mon 11/244:01 pmPDX - ONT
Nonstop2h 20mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$114
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 12/38:16 amSMF - PDX
Nonstop1h 40mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/97:00 amPDX - SMF
Nonstop1h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/1$117
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 12/127:00 amLAS - PDX
Nonstop2h 34mFrontier
Mon 12/159:31 amPDX - LAS
Nonstop2h 15mFrontier
Deal found 11/1$120
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Thu 12/1112:59 amLAS - PDX
1 stop10h 57mFrontier
Tue 12/302:29 pmPDX - LAS
Nonstop2h 15mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$123
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Sat 12/133:20 pmONT - PDX
1 stop20h 36mFrontier
Sun 1/186:22 pmPDX - ONT
1 stop20h 11mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$124
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sun 11/166:10 amLAS - PDX
1 stop8h 21mFrontier
Mon 11/179:02 pmPDX - LAS
1 stop11h 17mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$128
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Sat 11/1512:05 pmONT - PDX
1 stop23h 51mFrontier
Sun 11/167:57 pmPDX - ONT
1 stop11h 20mFrontier
Deal found 11/1$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 11/157:33 pmLAS - PDX
1 stop18h 58mFrontier
Tue 11/181:26 pmPDX - LAS
1 stop10h 03mFrontier
Deal found 11/1$129

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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 November 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Salem that are best for you.

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SacramentoPortland

SMF - PDX

SMFPDX

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/3

3:00 pm-4:39 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Portland

Wed 3/4

5:45 pm-7:18 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$117

SacramentoPortland

SMF - PDX

SMFPDX

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/3

8:16 am-9:56 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Portland

Tue 12/9

7:00 am-8:31 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$117

SacramentoPortland

SMF - PDX

SMFPDX

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/3

2:15 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Portland

Wed 3/4

7:14 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$137

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Sun 2/1

9:15 pm-11:06 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

Portland

Wed 2/4

1:35 pm-3:32 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

$147

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

11:36 am-1:30 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

Portland

Tue 12/9

7:16 am-12:55 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$147

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

10:45 pm-12:37 am

Nonstop1h 52m

Portland

Wed 12/10

3:55 pm-5:46 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$147

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Thu 1/1

11:53 am-1:47 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

Portland

Tue 1/6

9:58 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

$147

San FranciscoPortland

SFO - PDX

SFOPDX

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

6:59 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

Portland

Wed 12/10

10:36 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$147

San JosePortland

SJC - PDX

SJCPDX

San Jose

Mon 12/8

6:25 pm-8:24 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

Portland

Wed 12/10

5:30 pm-7:24 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

$147

SacramentoPortland

SMF - PDX

SMFPDX

Sacramento Intl

Sun 12/7

6:55 am-8:30 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Portland

Wed 12/10

5:00 am-9:40 am

1 stop4h 40m

$157

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Salem (average of $37). Flying from California to Salem in July is currently the most expensive (average of $89). 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 November 3, 2025.

When flying from California to Salem, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 5% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Salem?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Salem. Price data was last updated on October 26, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Salem flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 November 3, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to SA8 are scheduled on a Monday (62 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (26 on average).

Related info for your journey

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

  • How popular is this California to Salem flight route?

    This flight path from California to Salem was viewed by 126 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 California to Salem?

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Salem in 1h 39m. Fly via Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between California and Salem is about 479 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Salem one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $59. Users have also found prices from $61 and $69 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

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

    While some choose either San Francisco - Portland or Ontario - 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 KLM (100%), SAUDIA (100%) or Finnair (100%) 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 $497 for a flight from California to Salem. The cheapest flight overall is $76 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Portland) is currently priced at $104.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Salem (average of $37). Flying from California to Salem in July is currently the most expensive (average of $89). 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 November 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$30Average$144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$68Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$73Average$181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$88Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$93Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Allegiant AirCheapest$97Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Avelo AirlinesCheapest$99Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$111Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$168Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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