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Overview: Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA flight

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Flights from Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA depart on average 34 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $268 (€212) but you can travel from only $85 (€67) by bus.

There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:07, the last at 23:58. The fastest flight covers the 483 miles (778 km) distance in 1h 36m. May is the cheapest month to fly.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $85 (€67)
Distance
483 miles (778 km)
Average flight duration
2h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
$268 (€212)
Flights per day
34
Direct flights
3
Fastest flight
1h 36m
Cheapest month to travel
May
First flight
00:07
Last flight
23:58
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $85 (€67)

The cheapest and fastest flights from Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA

Showing times and prices for Feb 03

Cheapest price

$450

Average price

$907

Fastest journey

3 h 44 m

Average duration

5 h 20 m

Flights per day

41

Distance

778 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA will cost around $907 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $450.

Fast flights

It's difficult to get from Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA without transferring at least once.

UnitedUA2671 · UA5997
07:45AM6h05
Portland International Airport
01:50PMSacramento International Airport
$4501One-way
1 transfer
Sky West AirlinesAA5011 · AA4908
03:22PM5h10
Portland International Airport
08:32PMSacramento International Airport
$4501One-way
1 transfer
UnitedUA5611 · UA5220
05:35AM4h49
Portland International Airport
10:24AMSacramento International Airport
$4501One-way
1 transfer
UnitedUA2332 · UA2466
03:52PM3h44
Portland International Airport
07:36PMSacramento International Airport
$4501One-way
1 transfer
American AirlinesAA2798 · AA1677
05:25AM6h50
Portland International Airport
12:15PMSacramento International Airport
$4501One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €67, and a flight costs an average of €212.

Distance: 483 miles (778 km)

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Bus

€249

Average price

€207

Average price

€95

Average price

Cheapest

5h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 42m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

16h 35m

Average total duration

16h 5m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

12h 45m

Average total duration

12h 15m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2.3 - 4.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.8 - 1.9kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA flight times

The table below shows live departures for Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA flights for today, Monday, February 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.

Last updated at 3:04 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
unitedUA459 · UA14151:00 PM Portland International Airport
8h28
9:28 PM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA459 · UA12081:00 PM Portland International Airport
12h46
1:46 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA459 · UA21321:00 PM Portland International Airport
16h03
5:03 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA5611 · UA2348 · UA12081:35 PM Portland International Airport
12h11
1:46 AM Sacramento International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA5611 · UA55661:35 PM Portland International Airport
16h19
5:54 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA5611 · UA52201:35 PM Portland International Airport
4h49
6:24 PM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA5611 · UA2076 · UA12081:35 PM Portland International Airport
12h11
1:46 AM Sacramento International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA5611 · UA57961:35 PM Portland International Airport
14h04
3:39 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA5611 · UA59971:35 PM Portland International Airport
8h15
9:50 PM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA2104 · AA15362:00 PM Portland International Airport
17h30
7:30 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA2104 · AA25542:00 PM Portland International Airport
13h34
3:34 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
alaska_airlinesAS2081 · AS30352:00 PM Portland International Airport
5h23
7:23 PM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
skywest_airlinesAA6290 · AA48872:01 PM Portland International Airport
9h50
11:51 PM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA2306 · UA19203:00 PM Portland International Airport
11h41
2:41 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
alaska_airlinesAS23993:05 PM Portland International Airport
1h31
4:36 PM Sacramento International Airport0 transfersDirect
alaska_airlinesAS1314 · AS30353:10 PM Portland International Airport
4h13
7:23 PM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
alaska_airlinesAS577 · AS30063:18 PM Portland International Airport
5h04
8:22 PM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA2216 · AA15363:38 PM Portland International Airport
15h52
7:30 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA2216 · AA25543:38 PM Portland International Airport
11h56
3:34 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA2671 · UA59973:45 PM Portland International Airport
6h05
9:50 PM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA2671 · UA2076 · UA12083:45 PM Portland International Airport
10h01
1:46 AM Sacramento International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA2671 · UA57963:45 PM Portland International Airport
11h54
3:39 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA2671 · UA55663:45 PM Portland International Airport
14h09
5:54 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA2671 · UA21323:45 PM Portland International Airport
13h18
5:03 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA2671 · UA2240 · UA54303:45 PM Portland International Airport
14h08
5:53 AM Sacramento International Airport2 transfers
american_airlinesAA2798+skywest_airlinesAA61944:29 PM Portland International Airport
7h35
12:04 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA2798 · AA16254:29 PM Portland International Airport
10h10
2:39 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA2375 · UA12084:30 PM Portland International Airport
9h16
1:46 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA2375 · UA21324:30 PM Portland International Airport
12h33
5:03 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
alaska_airlinesAS145 · AS6815:10 PM Portland International Airport
4h55
10:05 PM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
alaska_airlinesAS1786:49 PM Portland International Airport
1h33
8:22 PM Sacramento International Airport0 transfersDirect
american_airlinesAA2655 · AA15368:35 PM Portland International Airport
10h55
7:30 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA1411 · UA2240 · UA54309:24 PM Portland International Airport
8h29
5:53 AM Sacramento International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA1411 · UA21329:24 PM Portland International Airport
7h39
5:03 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA776 · UA1754 · UA54309:35 PM Portland International Airport
8h18
5:53 AM Sacramento International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA776 · UA57969:35 PM Portland International Airport
6h04
3:39 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA776 · UA1872 · UA54309:35 PM Portland International Airport
8h18
5:53 AM Sacramento International Airport2 transfers
unitedUA776 · UA55669:35 PM Portland International Airport
8h19
5:54 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
alaska_airlinesAS371 · AS6729:38 PM Portland International Airport
4h36
2:14 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA2496 · AA153610:18 PM Portland International Airport
9h12
7:30 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
alaska_airlinesAS11910:31 PM Portland International Airport
1h38
12:09 AM Sacramento International Airport0 transfersDirect
alaska_airlinesAS3365 · AS32110:38 PM Portland International Airport
5h25
4:03 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA1787 · UA214911:45 PM Portland International Airport
18h16
6:01 PM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA1787 · UA141511:45 PM Portland International Airport
21h43
9:28 PM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA2332 · UA556611:50 PM Portland International Airport
6h04
5:54 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
unitedUA2332 · UA579611:50 PM Portland International Airport
3h49
3:39 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer
Tuesday, February 3
alaska_airlinesAS30631:39 AM Portland International Airport
1h43
3:22 AM Sacramento International Airport0 transfersDirect
alaska_airlinesAS667 · AS6281:40 AM Portland International Airport
5h18
6:58 AM Sacramento International Airport1 transfer

This is the last flight of the day.

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Airlines: Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines from Portland, OR to Sacramento, CAFind the best flights between Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA with Omio's travel partners Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines from $85 (€67). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Alaska Airlines

About
Alaska Airlines, headquartered in SeaTac, Washington, is a major U.S. airline and the fifth-largest in North America by scheduled passengers carried as of 2024. Along with its regional partners, Horizon Air and SkyWest Airlines, Alaska Airlines operates a route network primarily connecting cities along the West Coast of the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii, to over 100 destinations in the contiguous U.S., the Bahamas, Belize, Canada, Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Mexico. The airline is a member of the Oneworld alliance, offering passengers access to a broad global network. Alaska Airlines is known for its customer service and loyalty program, Mileage Plan, and offers First Class, Premium Class, and Main Cabin seating options. The airline's primary hub is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. In 2024, its parent company, Alaska Air Group, acquired Hawaiian Airlines.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest Price
$291 (€230)
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag (22 x 14 x 9) and 1 personal item included
Additional luggage
Checked bags fees start at $30 for first bag, $40 for second bag
Cancellation Policy
Saver fares are non-refundable. Main and First Class fares are refundable with fee, depending on fare type and elite status
Pregnant on board
Passengers can fly up to 36 weeks pregnant. After 28 weeks, medical certificate required
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minor service available for children ages 5-17. Service fee is $50 per direction on nonstop flights
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
USB plugs
Accessibility
Alaska Airlines provides wheelchair assistance and special services for passengers with disabilities, including meet-and-assist services and accessible seating
Pets
Pets allowed in cabin and cargo hold. Service animals welcome. Fees apply for pets in cabin ($100)
Entertaiment on board

Spirit Airlines

About
Spirit Airlines is an American ultra-low-cost carrier, headquartered in Dania Beach, Florida, operating scheduled flights throughout the United States, the Caribbean, and Latin America. Known for its distinctive bright yellow planes, Spirit's business model traditionally focuses on offering low base fares by unbundling services, allowing passengers to pay only for the amenities they choose, such as baggage and seat selection. As of August 2024, Spirit is evolving its offerings, introducing new fare tiers like "Go Big," "Go Comfy," "Go Savvy," and "Go," which include various bundled perks such as wider seats, extra legroom, priority boarding, and in-flight refreshments. Spirit was the seventh largest passenger carrier in North America as of 2023.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 37m
Cheapest Price
$228 (€180)
Luggage included
Personal item (18 x 14 x 8 inches) included
Additional luggage
Checked bags: First bag $79-89, Second bag $89-99, Additional bags $105-110
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation within 24 hours of booking is free, after that fees apply based on fare type and timing
Pregnant on board
Up to 7 days before departure with medical certificate. After 28 weeks, medical certificate required
Unaccompagned minor
Ages 5-14 can travel as unaccompanied minors for $100 fee per direction. Service not available on international flights or connecting flights
Amenities on board the airplane
Wifi
Accessibility
Spirit Airlines offers assistance for passengers with disabilities, including wheelchair services and priority boarding. Passengers are encouraged to request assistance at least 48 hours in advance to ensure availability.

FAQs: Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA Flight

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sacramento, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap plane tickets from Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA can start from as little as $268 (€212) when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA is $314 (€249) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by plane from Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA is 1h 36m to travel the 483 miles (778 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest flight from Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA leaves at 12:07 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest flight from Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA leaves at 11:58 PM.
Yes, there are 3 direct flights a day from Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA with Alaska Airlines. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct flights.
When taking a flight from Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA, you can count on Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines for the best way to get you to Sacramento, CA. You can also check all possible airlines who offer a service between Portland, OR and Sacramento, CA and compare the amenities they offer before buying a plane ticket.
Flights from Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA generally leave from Portland International Airport and arrive in Sacramento International Airport.Portland International Airport is 4 miles (8 km) away from Portland, OR city centre and Sacramento International Airport is 6 miles (11 km) from Sacramento, CA city centre.
The cheapest month for a flight from Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Portland, OR and Sacramento, CA including taking a train, bus, and flight.
Since neither Portland, OR nor Sacramento, CA are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United States and United States. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
There is no time difference between Portland, OR and Sacramento, CA.
The best events to attend in Sacramento, CA include:
  • California State Fair, a month-long celebration of California's agriculture, food, and entertainment
  • Sacramento Music Festival, a four-day event featuring jazz, blues, and other music genres across multiple venues
  • Farm-to-Fork Festival, a celebration of local food and farmers with tastings and cooking demonstrations
  • Sacramento International Film Festival, showcasing independent films from around the world with screenings and discussions.
The best holidays to experience in Sacramento, CA include:
  • New Year's Day, a fresh start to the year with various local celebrations
  • Memorial Day, marking the unofficial start of summer with outdoor activities and barbecues
  • Independence Day, fireworks and patriotic festivities throughout the city
  • Labor Day, a long weekend perfect for enjoying the last days of summer
  • Thanksgiving, a time for family gatherings and seasonal events.
The best season to visit Sacramento, CA is Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Sacramento, CA is during April-June or September-November.
For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.

popular airports

Popular airports from Portland, OR to Sacramento, CA

Portland
Sacramento
The major airport for departures in Portland is Portland International Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Portland International Airport for your trip from Portland to Sacramento.
Amenities at airport
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
8 km
carConnection
Car connection
I-205, Exit 24A
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Shops in concourses, including Powell's Books and Made in Oregon.
Parking
Parking
  • Parking available at all terminals, approximately 4.7€ ($5) per hour.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurants in concourses, including Burgerville and Mo's Seafood
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotels nearby, including Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel.
Shower
Shower
  • Showers available at the PDX Conference Center, fee applies.
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available, including Alaska Lounge and Delta Sky Club.
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Lost and Found located on the mezzanine level of the terminal.
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Car rental services available on the first floor of the parking garage
Public transit options for Portland International Airport
  • MAX Red Line, Portland Intertiol Airport station, 40 minutes

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