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$57+ 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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — SMF
Oct 10 — Oct 171
Fri 10/10
Fri 10/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to Sacramento Intl are usually found in September or February, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Friday

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Round-trip from

$108
(Southwest)

One-way from

$57
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Average price

$177
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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 September 10, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/86:15 amPDX - SMF
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Wed 10/87:50 pmSMF - PDX
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$108
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Tue 9/307:15 pmPDX - SMF
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Tue 10/76:25 amSMF - PDX
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/7$117
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/228:40 pmPDX - SMF
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Thu 11/273:00 pmSMF - PDX
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$122
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2412:07 pmPDX - SMF
1 stop9h 34mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/306:30 amSMF - PDX
1 stop4h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/8$124
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/117:00 amPDX - SMF
Nonstop1h 31mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/1612:00 pmSMF - PDX
Nonstop1h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/10$127
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 10/2112:25 pmPDX - SMF
1 stop6h 51mDelta
Wed 10/295:40 pmSMF - PDX
1 stop4h 47mDelta
Deal found 9/7$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/226:15 amPDX - SMF
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Wed 10/227:50 pmSMF - PDX
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$139
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/1812:25 pmPDX - SMF
1 stop4h 45mDelta
Mon 10/206:30 amSMF - PDX
1 stop4h 00mDelta
Deal found 9/9$142
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 10/2212:25 pmPDX - SMF
1 stop6h 51mDelta
Thu 10/304:39 pmSMF - PDX
1 stop4h 12mDelta
Deal found 9/7$147
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Sat 9/277:15 amPDX - SMF
1 stop28h 06mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/306:30 amSMF - PDX
1 stop4h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/8$148

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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 September 10, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Sacramento that are best for you.

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PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Wed 10/8

6:15 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/8

7:50 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$108

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Tue 9/30

7:15 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/7

6:25 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$117

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Wed 12/10

6:40 am-8:10 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/15

5:45 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$117

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Sat 10/25

3:19 pm-7:43 pm

1 stop4h 24m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/28

5:40 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$147

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Thu 10/23

12:25 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/28

5:40 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop4h 47m

$147

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Mon 10/27

5:25 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/29

2:37 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$147

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Wed 10/8

5:30 am-10:21 am

1 stop4h 51m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/8

8:35 pm-12:28 am

1 stop3h 53m

$149

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Sat 11/22

8:40 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/27

10:55 am-4:50 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$159

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Tue 10/7

5:30 am-2:39 pm

2 stops9h 09m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/14

2:31 pm-6:33 pm

1 stop4h 02m

$162

PortlandSacramento

PDX - SMF

PDXSMF

Portland

Fri 2/20

2:45 pm-4:18 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/23

6:56 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$164

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The best insider tips for Portland to Sacramento flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Portland to Sacramento trip
Airlines
Southwest

Southwest's open seating policy allows quick boarding, enhancing efficiency on short routes.


Southwest offers free messaging and affordable Wi-Fi, ideal for short-haul connectivity.

Read more about Southwestby Marisa Garcia
Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines offers 32” legroom in Main Cabin, with extra-legroom seats available for a fee.


Alaska Airlines provides Wi-Fi for a flat fee, ideal for business travelers needing connectivity.

Read more about Alaska Airlinesby Robert Schrader
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
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Southwest

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

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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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

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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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 August 29, 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 85 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 $398). 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 September 10, 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 September 7, 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 at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 September 10, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Hawaiian 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,723 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,024 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

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 10 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 49 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 Southwest or Delta 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 $65. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Hawaiian Airlines, from $88, and Southwest, from $108. Spirit Airlines is 73% 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?

    $59 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $69 and $70, 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 Horizon Air (93%), Alaska Airlines (87%) or Hawaiian Airlines (87%) 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 $225, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $48. The most popular route (Portland - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $108.

  • 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 $398). 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 September 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$65Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$88Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$108Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$149Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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