Flying from Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) to Portland International Airport (PDX): what you need to know
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Fairbanks International Airport to Portland International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between FAI and PDX include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) to Portland International Airport (PDX)
$179 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Fairbanks International Airport to Portland International Airport. A return flight starts from $366. These fares may change depending on availability.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from FAI to PDX. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your ticket from Fairbanks International Airport to Portland International Airport.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll get in touch right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from searching for cheap tickets from FAI to PDX every day.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Fairbanks International Airport to Portland International Airport.
Handy information about Fairbanks International Airport (FAI)
Located around 6 miles from central Fairbanks, Fairbanks International Airport can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 19 minutes.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near FAI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Fairbanks International Airport to Portland International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Portland International Airport (PDX)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Fairbanks International Airport to Portland International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near PDX:
Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland
From Portland International Airport, Portland is approximately 12 miles away. It takes around 19 minutes to get to the center driving.
It takes around 45 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Portland International Airport (PDX)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Fairbanks International Airport to Portland International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Portland. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from Fairbanks International Airport to Portland International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Portland, with the temperature ranging from 54ºF to 88ºF.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FAI to PDX in December. Temperatures average between 32ºF and 48ºF then.
More about Portland
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the most popular stays in Portland right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from FAI to PDX:
Pioneer Courthouse Square and Portland Japanese Garden are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Portland itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Pittock Mansion.
Complete your Portland trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Portland International Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Portland vacation.
