Flying from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Portland International Airport to Sacramento International Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Sacramento's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Portland.
Every week, there are 41 Portland International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as soon as possible, select the 05:30 Southwest Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 22:40 with Southwest Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your PDX to SMF flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Sacramento (and then exploring more of United States!) is a breeze with Alaska Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Portland International Airport to Sacramento International Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Alaska Airlines.
With an impressive 83.7% of services arriving as scheduled, Alaska Airlines has the best on-time record for PDX to SMF flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Portland International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between PDX and SMF:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
At the moment, Rs8,910 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Portland International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs22,075. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from PDX to SMF by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Portland International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Portland International Airport to Sacramento International Airport.
Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
PDX's address is 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 83.65% of flights that take off from PDX reach their destination without delay.
Central Portland to Portland International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to PDX? If you've booked an early flight from Portland International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas after arriving from your Portland International Airport to Sacramento International Airport flight. It's only a short drive from SMF and a handy option if you're eager to freshen up right away.
Pick up a Sacramento International Airport rental car and discover Sacramento and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport to central Sacramento has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Portland International Airport to Sacramento International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Sacramento. If you like a quieter vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from Portland International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Sacramento, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from PDX to SMF in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 17ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Sacramento, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey around 145 kilometres south to San Jose to tick off its leading attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in United States, consider San Francisco, about 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are the start of reasons to visit.
