How many flights from Portland to Sacramento are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 29.6% of flights from Portland to Sacramento were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed was 1. This means that while direct options are available, a significant portion of flights on this route will involve at least one connection. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

How long is the flight from Portland to Sacramento?

The typical direct flight from Portland to Sacramento has a median duration of 1 hour and 38 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 6 hours and 12 minutes. The air distance between the two cities is approximately 771 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in flight time when choosing between direct and connecting options.

How often do Portland to Sacramento flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Portland to Sacramento route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers may often find opportunities for price reductions within a 30-day window. While specific timing can vary, the frequent classification indicates that this route experiences regular fluctuations. Keeping an eye on prices can be beneficial for securing a better deal.

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Portland to Sacramento: Overview

Insights for flights from Portland to Sacramento

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Portland to Sacramento, July, August, and December are typically the most affordable months to fly, with a median fare of $154 for each of these months. These prices represent a significant saving compared to the overall median for the route.

Fares for flights from Portland to Sacramento typically range from $228–$677, with a median of $541. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and about 29% of recent fares have been classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

Most itineraries for flights from Portland to Sacramento connect at least once, with only 29.6% of recent fares being non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 1, which can significantly impact the overall travel time.

A typical journey from Portland to Sacramento, including connections, takes about 1h 38m. While the non-stop flight time is also 1h 38m, most itineraries involve at least one stopover, extending the total travel duration for many passengers.

The distance between Portland and Sacramento is 771 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey, even with a connection.

How much is a round trip from Portland to Sacramento

Regular price: $96 - $250

Prices for flights from Portland to Sacramento are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Portland to Sacramento is between $96 and $250. The current lowest deal is $119 with Southwest Airlines for travel from Oct 10-Oct 13.

now $119

Low $96

High $250

The cheapest time to fly from Portland to Sacramento

The cheapest month to fly from Portland to Sacramento is September, with a median price of $157. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $637. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $157

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $637

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Portland to Sacramento

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Portland to Sacramento

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Sacramento

Portland (PDX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$414

$341

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Sacramento

Portland (PDX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$422

$341

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Sacramento

Portland (PDX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$609

$371

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Sacramento

Portland (PDX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$423

$271

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Sacramento

Portland (PDX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$414

$301

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Sacramento

Portland (PDX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$406

$249

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Portland to Sacramento

4 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 17

$609 → $371

39%

2 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 27

$346 → $155

55%

1 night

Aug 26 - Aug 27

$343 → $154

55%

4 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 24

$406 → $249

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Portland to Sacramento

Portland - Sacramento route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Portland to Sacramento are below the typical level of $541.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $157.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 38m.

The median flight duration for a direct flight from Portland to Sacramento is 1h 38m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

29.6% of recent fares are direct.

Historically, 29.6% of recent fares from Portland to Sacramento are for direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights.

Southwest Airlines is one of the airlines that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

Deals on flights from Portland to Sacramento are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

Portland main airports to depart from

Portland International (PDX)

Cheapest

Portland International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Portland to Sacramento.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$137

Sacramento main airports to arrive at

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

Sacramento International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights to Sacramento.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$117

Airports nearby Sacramento used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a major hub with extensive flight options, often a convenient alternative to SFO.

📍 ~120 km from Sacramento (reachable by car, subject to heavy Bay Area commuter traffic during peak hours)

💸 Flights from ~$98

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sacramento

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Portland to Sacramento are found when booking 60+ days in advance, with an average price of $150. Booking within 28-59 days typically results in an average price of $167. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to departure, with flights booked 7-13 days out averaging $676. Planning ahead by more than two months usually offers the best value for this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Portland to Sacramento is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $228. The median price observed for this route over the same 90-day period was $541. Prices above $677 typically fall into the higher end of the spectrum for this route. Comparing your potential fare to these historical benchmarks can help you identify a favorable price.

Historically, July, August, and December have shown the cheapest median prices for flights from Portland to Sacramento, with an average of $154 in each of these months. The annual median price for this route is $541. While July is listed as both a cheapest and most expensive month, this indicates price variability within the month. Travelers should consider these months for potential savings.

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Portland to Sacramento: Overview

Insights for flights from Portland to Sacramento

The distance between Portland and Sacramento is 771 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey, even with a connection.

How much is a round trip from Portland to Sacramento

Regular price: $96 - $250

Prices for flights from Portland to Sacramento are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Portland to Sacramento is between $96 and $250. The current lowest deal is $119 with Southwest Airlines for travel from Oct 10-Oct 13.

now $119

Low $96

High $250

The cheapest time to fly from Portland to Sacramento

September

Cheapest

Flights from $157

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $637

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Portland to Sacramento

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Portland to Sacramento

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Sacramento

Portland (PDX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$414

$341

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Sacramento

Portland (PDX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$422

$341

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Sacramento

Portland (PDX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$609

$371

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Sacramento

Portland (PDX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$423

$271

One-way

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Sacramento

Portland (PDX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$414

$301

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Sacramento

Portland (PDX) - Sacramento (SMF)

Frontier Airlines

$406

$249

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Portland to Sacramento

4 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 17

$609 → $371

39%

2 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 27

$346 → $155

55%

1 night

Aug 26 - Aug 27

$343 → $154

55%

4 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 24

$406 → $249

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Portland to Sacramento

Portland - Sacramento route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Portland to Sacramento are below the typical level of $541.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $157.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 38m.

The median flight duration for a direct flight from Portland to Sacramento is 1h 38m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

29.6% of recent fares are direct.

Historically, 29.6% of recent fares from Portland to Sacramento are for direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights.

Southwest Airlines is one of the airlines that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

Deals on flights from Portland to Sacramento are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

Portland main airports to depart from

Portland International (PDX)

Cheapest

Portland International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Portland to Sacramento.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$137

Sacramento main airports to arrive at

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

Sacramento International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights to Sacramento.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$117

Airports nearby Sacramento used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a major hub with extensive flight options, often a convenient alternative to SFO.

Sacramento, United States

78% AI deal score

$522

$327

Save $195

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sacramento

Cheap Flights from Portland to Sacramento

Today’s best flight deals from Portland to Sacramento

Portland to Sacramento: Overview

Insights for flights from Portland to Sacramento

How much is a round trip from Portland to Sacramento

The cheapest time to fly from Portland to Sacramento

Direct flights from Portland to Sacramento

Last-minute flights going from Portland to Sacramento

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Portland to Sacramento

Popular Airports to fly from Portland to Sacramento

Portland - Sacramento route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

September is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 1h 38m.

29.6% of recent fares are direct.

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals are frequent on this route.

Portland main airports to depart from

Sacramento main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Sacramento used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sacramento

Best Elite deals to Sacramento

Sep 11

Aug 31

Sep 06

Sep 26

Oct 03

Sep 05

Nov 05

Sep 01

Aug 29

Sep 30

Sep 18

Sep 05

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sacramento

How early should I book Portland to Sacramento flights to get the cheapest price?

How do I know if a Portland to Sacramento flight is a good deal?

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

How many flights from Portland to Sacramento are non-stop?

How long is the flight from Portland to Sacramento?

How often do Portland to Sacramento flight prices drop?

Related routes

More routes from Portland

Flights to Sacramento from other cities

Portland to Sacramento: Overview

Insights for flights from Portland to Sacramento

How much is a round trip from Portland to Sacramento

The cheapest time to fly from Portland to Sacramento

Direct flights from Portland to Sacramento

Last-minute flights going from Portland to Sacramento

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Portland to Sacramento

Popular Airports to fly from Portland to Sacramento

Portland - Sacramento route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

September is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights take 1h 38m.

29.6% of recent fares are direct.

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals are frequent on this route.

Portland main airports to depart from

Sacramento main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Sacramento used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Sacramento

Best Elite deals to Sacramento

Sep 11

Aug 31

Sep 06

Sep 26

Oct 03

Sep 05

Nov 05

Sep 01

Aug 29

Sep 30

Sep 18

Sep 05

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Sacramento

How early should I book Portland to Sacramento flights to get the cheapest price?

How do I know if a Portland to Sacramento flight is a good deal?

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