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Cheapest round-trip
$337
Typical prices: $420-$619
United Airlines
Mon 12/10Fri 12/14
PWM - SMF • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$185
Typical prices: $218-$414
United Airlines
Sat 2/17
PWM - SMF • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Portland and Sacramento. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 23% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg $392 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 8h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Portland to Sacramento (PWM-SMF)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to Sacramento

Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
United Airlines Logo
3:20 pm - 9:55 pmPWM  Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 35m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
10:36 am - 9:29 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland
7h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$337United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
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3:20 pm - 9:55 pmPWM  Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 35m1 stop Newark
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9:00 am - 11:24 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland
11h 24m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
$342United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 13
Delta Logo
11:38 am - 10:18 pmPWM  Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl
13h 40m2 stops New York LaGuardia Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:40 pm - 11:26 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland
7h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$342Delta
Mon, Dec 21 - Wed, Dec 30
American Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 6:36 pmPWM  Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl
16h 06m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:26 pm - 10:45 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland
12h 19m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$347American Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Thu, Dec 31
American Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 6:36 pmPWM  Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl
16h 06m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland
14h 59m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas
$347American Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 13
Delta Logo
11:38 am - 10:18 pmPWM  Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl
13h 40m2 stops New York LaGuardia Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 11:10 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland
13h 10m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York LaGuardia
$347Delta
Thu, Jan 7 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
9:10 am - 6:06 pmPWM  Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 56m2 stops Newark San Francisco
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6:35 am - 9:03 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland
11h 28m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
$347United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
Delta Logo
12:49 pm - 11:12 pmPWM  Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl
13h 23m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Los Angeles
Delta Logo
10:52 pm - 4:39 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland
14h 47m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York LaGuardia
$347Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
Southwest Logo
5:15 am - 1:45 pmPWM  Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 30m2 stops Baltimore/Washington San Diego
Southwest Logo
9:15 am - 9:50 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland
9h 35m2 stops San Diego Baltimore/Washington
$388Southwest
Fri, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 10
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5:30 am - 1:40 pmPWM  Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl
11h 10m2 stops Baltimore/Washington San Diego
Southwest Logo
9:00 am - 9:45 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland
9h 45m2 stops San Diego Baltimore/Washington
$389Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Portland to Sacramento flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Portland to Sacramento?

Round-trip flights from Portland to Sacramento typically range from $420 to $619. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $337, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Sacramento?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Sacramento. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 34% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Sacramento?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Sacramento at $403 round-trip.
•November ($878) and December ($824) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 117% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Portland to Sacramento flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$185
Beat the crowds with an average 56% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 74% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Portland to Sacramento

When to book flights from Portland to Sacramento

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Portland to Sacramento based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Portland to Sacramento flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Portland to Sacramento?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Portland to Sacramento:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Portland to Sacramento?

    A nonstop flight from Portland to Sacramento takes 00m, covering 2,645 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Portland to Sacramento?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Portland to Sacramento flight?

    Round-trip flights from Portland to Sacramento range from $420 to $619, with an average of $521 over the past 12 months. Anything below $420 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Portland to Sacramento changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $337 to $1,841. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Portland to Sacramento looking right now?

    One-way fares from Portland to Sacramento are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $253, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF)?

    Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $60 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Payless

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Portland to Sacramento?

    Flights from Portland to Sacramento usually depart from Portland (PWM) and arrive at Sacramento Intl (SMF).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Portland to Sacramento pass through?

    One-stop flights from Portland to Sacramento most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Portland to Sacramento?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from Portland to Sacramento. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $433 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $700, a difference of $267.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Portland to Sacramento?

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 20m, compared with 8h 55m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 8h 57m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Portland and Sacramento?

    Sacramento is 3 hours behind Portland (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Sacramento?

    Some of the most popular sights in Sacramento are Golden 1 Center, UC Davis Medical Center and Sacramento Capitol Park. These are among the most viewed places in Sacramento on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Portland to Sacramento flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $433, about $267 less than Saturday fares (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Portland to Sacramento trip for September. Fares historically average $403 round-trip in that month - typically $475 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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