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

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

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Sacramento to Portland: • Economy Class • First Class

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

One-stop flights from Sacramento to Portland most commonly connect through: • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 19% of one-stop connections • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 17% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 16% of one-stop connections • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 16% of one-stop connections Baltimore/Washington (BWI) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 35% on the Sacramento to Portland route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $454 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $698, a difference of $244. 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 expensive are last-minute Sacramento to Portland flights?

Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 34% above the route average of $548. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

How long is a flight from Sacramento to Portland?

A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Portland takes 0h 00m, covering 2,645 miles.

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

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 are flight prices from Sacramento to Portland looking right now?

One-way fares from Sacramento to Portland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $214, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 12m, compared with 8h 15m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 8h 26m via San Francisco (SFO).

What is the time difference between Sacramento and Portland?

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

What car rental options are available at Portland Airport (PWM)?

Portland Airport (PWM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Budget • Alamo • Hertz • Movly

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

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Portland range from $437 to $685, with an average of $548 over the past 12 months. Anything below $437 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sacramento to Portland?

American Airlines ($245) and Southwest ($266) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Portland according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Sacramento to Portland?

Baltimore/Washington (BWI) is the most popular layover for the Sacramento to Portland route. 19% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via BWI.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Sacramento to Portland?

Flights via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $464. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Sacramento to Portland which airport offers the shortest layover?

Denver Intl (DEN) had the shortest average connection time for Sacramento to Portland layovers at 280 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $437-$685

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Typical prices: $267-$400

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SMF - PWM • 2 stops

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There are currently no direct flights between Sacramento and Portland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.

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14 weeks

in advance

Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.

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January

Cheapest • 41% price drop

August

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New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)

Cheapest • Avg $464 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 8h 12m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Portland

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31

10:57 pm - 12:31 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland

10h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:45 pm - 11:59 pmPWM Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl

9h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$245American Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31

10:57 pm - 12:31 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland

10h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:00 am - 1:45 pmPWM Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl

10h 45m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth

$250American Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 18

10:35 pm - 12:10 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland

10h 35m2 stops Orlando Baltimore/Washington

5:15 am - 1:50 pmPWM Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl

11h 35m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

$266Southwest

Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 18

10:35 pm - 12:10 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland

10h 35m2 stops Orlando Baltimore/Washington

12:45 pm - 10:00 pmPWM Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl

12h 15m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Denver Intl

$271Southwest

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31

6:00 am - 5:17 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland

8h 17m1 stop San Francisco

8:49 am - 5:40 pmPWM Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl

11h 51m2 stops Newark Denver Intl

$296United Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14

12:19 pm - 11:31 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland

8h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2:05 pm - 9:45 pmPWM Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl

10h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$297Delta

Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 18

9:55 am - 9:51 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland

8h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:40 pm - 9:55 pmPWM Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl

9h 15m1 stop Newark

$300United Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14

9:00 pm - 1:01 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland

13h 01m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2:05 pm - 9:45 pmPWM Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl

10h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$302Delta

Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10

6:30 am - 10:39 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland

13h 09m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

12:06 pm - 10:06 pmPWM Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl

13h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$812Alaska Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6

11:35 pm - 11:54 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland

21h 19m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

6:00 am - 9:59 pmPWM Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl

18h 59m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

$892JetBlue

Recent last minute flight deals from Sacramento to Portland

Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 30

7:41 pm - 10:45 amSMF Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland

12h 04m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul

6:02 am - 6:07 pmPWM Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl

15h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles

$579Delta

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29

7:18 pm - 10:45 amSMF Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland

12h 27m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Minneapolis St Paul

12:55 pm - 11:09 pmPWM Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl

13h 14m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Los Angeles Los Angeles

$579Delta

Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26

8:24 pm - 10:45 amSMF Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland

11h 21m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Minneapolis St Paul

6:00 am - 6:02 pmPWM Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl

15h 02m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Los Angeles Los Angeles

$579Delta

Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26

7:18 pm - 10:45 amSMF Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland

12h 27m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Minneapolis St Paul

2:10 pm - 9:19 pmPWM Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl

10h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$639Delta

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29

6:30 am - 11:32 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland

14h 02m2 stops San Francisco Newark

3:41 pm - 9:35 pmPWM Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 54m1 stop Newark

$684United Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Wed, Sep 30

6:30 am - 11:32 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland

14h 02m2 stops San Francisco Newark

6:00 am - 12:06 pmPWM Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl

9h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$684United Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 26

6:00 am - 10:13 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland

13h 13m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas

6:30 am - 2:18 pmPWM Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl

10h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$727American Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30

5:45 am - 10:13 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland

13h 28m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas

7:32 am - 6:08 pmPWM Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl

13h 36m2 stops Philadelphia Los Angeles Los Angeles

$732American Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 29

6:25 am - 10:13 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland

12h 48m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Charlotte Douglas

5:30 am - 6:08 pmPWM Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl

15h 38m2 stops Philadelphia Los Angeles Los Angeles

$732American Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Mon, Sep 28

6:30 am - 11:32 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-PWM Portland

14h 02m2 stops San Francisco Newark

3:41 pm - 9:35 pmPWM Portland-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 54m1 stop Newark

$749United Airlines

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Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to Portland flights

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

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Portland start at $245. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $437 to $685. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $245 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Portland, it is 18% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 27% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

When are prices from Sacramento to Portland the cheapest?

Flights from Sacramento to Portland are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 51% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Low season	January
High season	August
Cheapest flight	$154

Best time to beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in price.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Sacramento to Portland?
Flights from Sacramento to Portland usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Portland (PWM).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Sacramento to Portland?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Sacramento to Portland:

• Economy Class
• First Class
Which airports do connecting flights from Sacramento to Portland pass through?
One-stop flights from Sacramento to Portland most commonly connect through:

• Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 19% of one-stop connections
• New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 16% of one-stop connections
• Chicago Midway (MDW) - 16% of one-stop connections

Baltimore/Washington (BWI) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sacramento to Portland?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 35% on the Sacramento to Portland route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $454 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $698, a difference of $244. 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 expensive are last-minute Sacramento to Portland flights?
Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 34% above the route average of $548. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
How long is a flight from Sacramento to Portland?
A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Portland takes 0h 00m, covering 2,645 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento to Portland?
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 are flight prices from Sacramento to Portland looking right now?
One-way fares from Sacramento to Portland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $214, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Sacramento to Portland?
Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 12m, compared with 8h 15m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 8h 26m via San Francisco (SFO).
What is the time difference between Sacramento and Portland?
Portland is 3 hours ahead of Sacramento (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at Portland Airport (PWM)?
Portland Airport (PWM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Dollar
• Budget
• Alamo
• Hertz
• Movly
How much should I expect to pay for a Sacramento to Portland flight?
Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Portland range from $437 to $685, with an average of $548 over the past 12 months. Anything below $437 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $454 - about $244 less than Sunday (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 51% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Portland trip for January. Fares historically average $326 round-trip in that month - typically $445 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Portland Airport.
- Clarion Hotel Portland Airport Me
- La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Portland DT/Maine Med
- DoubleTree by Hilton Portland

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