Travelling from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Sacramento: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 35 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Portland International Airport to Sacramento.
Portland (the location of Portland International Airport) and Sacramento follow the same timezone — UTC-7.
The busiest route is from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Take your pick of 41 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PDX to SMF is the 05:15 Southwest Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 22:25 with Southwest Airlines.
For a relaxed start to your PDX to Sacramento flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Portland International Airport to Sacramento ticket. Begin your journey at PDX and land at Sacramento International Airport (SMF).
Check out the deals with Alaska Airlines. This airline has direct flights from Portland International Airport to Sacramento.
PDX is about 10 kilometres from central Portland. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Portland International Airport to Sacramento? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near PDX:
Portland International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from PDX land at their destination as scheduled 83.65% of the time.
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Sacramento
RM302 is currently the best price for a one-way Portland International Airport to Sacramento flight. A return flight ticket starts from RM604. These fares can change based on demand.
Book two months before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from PDX to Sacramento.
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Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The distance from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to central Sacramento is roughly 19 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Jump off your flight from Portland International Airport to Sacramento and be relaxing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a convenient option just a short drive from SMF, check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas.
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Sacramento's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from PDX to Sacramento can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
Stockton Airport (SCK) is about 88 kilometres from central Sacramento. Once you've hopped off your flight from Portland International Airport to Sacramento, it'll take you around 55 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 3 hours 20 minutes.
After getting off your PDX to Sacramento flight, find your comfort zone at a hotel close to SCK. Consider booking a room at Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast. Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton is another place where you can recharge and plan your next move.
The address for Stockton Airport is 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
Best time to go to Sacramento
Travel to Sacramento in high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Portland International Airport to Sacramento in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Sacramento is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your Portland International Airport to Sacramento flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from PDX to Sacramento in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
More about Sacramento
Start your Sacramento trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Portland International Airport to Sacramento, check out our range of hotels including:
Crocker Art Museum and Old Sacramento State Historic Park are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Sacramento itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Discovery Park.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Sacramento, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel about 145 kilometres south to San Jose to check off its leading sights. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in United States, consider San Francisco, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are among its highlights.