Portland International Airport
General information
Portland International Airport is Oregon’s only international airport, responsible for 90% of all passenger flights in the US state of Oregon. The airport’s official name is Portland International Airport (PDX), not to be confused with Portland International Jetport in Portland, Maine on the east coast of the United States. Portland International Airport is known as one of the best airports in the United States and serves as a hub for Alaska Airlines.
Location
Where is Portland International Airport situated?
The airport is located on the banks of the Columbia River, northeast of Portland (State of Oregon) and southeast of Vancouver (State of Washington). Vancouver is the largest suburb of Portland in Oregon. Portland International Airport is accessible by car via Interstate 5 and Interstate 205.
How many terminals does Portland International Airport have?
The airport has a terminal consisting of a central hall and four piers/concourses. You can reach the boarding gates in Concourse B and Concourse C via the Southern Security Checkpoint. The boarding gates in Concourse D and Concourse E can be reached via the Northern Security Checkpoint. South Terminal (B and C) and North Terminal (D and E) are connected after security through the ‘Concourse Connector’. The Arrivals hall (Bag Claim) of Portland International Airport is located on the ground floor, the Departures hall (Ticketing & Check-In) is on the first floor.
Airport Map
Transportation
Car
The distance from Portland International Airport to the centre of Portland is 19 kilometres. By car, it takes 25 minutes to get to the centre of Portland.
From PDX Airport to Portland City centre by Car
Public transport
It is possible to travel to and from Portland International Airport by public transport. Visit the Portland International Airport transportation page for the possibilities.
Taxi transfer
A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from Portland International Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of Portland is about $ 45.-. Book your taxi at Portland International Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.
From PDX Airport to Portland City centre by Taxi
Car rental
At Portland International Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Avis, Dollar (The Hertz Corporation), Enterprise, Hertz, National (Enterprise Holdings), Alamo (Enterprise Holdings), Budget, Thrifty (The Hertz Corporation) and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.
Airport parking
Portland International Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!
At the airport
Do you want more information about facilities, currency exchange, services, free Wi-Fi, lounges, etc. at Portland International Airport? Check our at the airport page for a complete overview of all facilities and services at Portland International Airport.
Flights
Departures and arrivals
Looking for departure times and/or arrival times? Find the latest flight status information for flights departing from and arriving at Portland International Airport.
Flight tickets
Looking for a cheap flight? Use our flight search engine to find and book cheap flights from and to the airport.
Which airlines fly from and to Portland International Airport?
We offer you a list of airlines at Portland International Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:
- Alaska Airlines
- Southwest Airlines
- Delta Air Lines
- United Airlines
- Air Canada
Accommodations
Hotels near the airport
Looking for the best hotels near Portland International Airport? We have selected the best hotels near the airport in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Airport at Cascade Station, Portland
This hotel offers free Wi-Fi. From the on-site MAX Light Rail station, downtown Portland is minutes away. The Residence Inn by Marriott Portland Airport at Cascade Station has large suites with separate sleeping and living areas.
Hotels in Portland
Looking for the best hotels in Portland? We have selected the best hotels in the city in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
Things to do
It is possible to book tickets, activities and tours in the city and near Portland International Airport. You can avoid queues and save money by buying your tickets online. Planning a trip and wondering what to do, we give you some inspiration!
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