Traveling from Phoenix to Portland International Airport (PDX): What you need to know
The first chapter of your trip begins at one of Phoenix's main airports, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Explore your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Portland International Airport (PDX) setting off from either of these.
Expect to be traveling for 2 hours 45 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Phoenix to Portland International Airport flight.
The timezone in Portland is UTC-8, which is one hour behind Phoenix. Portland International Airport is located in Portland.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Portland International Airport (PDX) is the most popular route. There are 64 direct flights a week to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with Southwest Airlines at 10:45pm. Choose the first PHX to PDX departure with Alaska Airlines at 5am if you'd rather get going earlier.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Phoenix to PDX.
March is a busy time to fly out. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Fourth of July, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
You can take a direct flight from Phoenix to Portland International Airport (PDX) out of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).
At PHX, there's a range of carriers that offer direct flights from Phoenix to Portland International Airport, including:
The preferred airline for passengers flying between PHX and PDX is Alaska Airlines.
Alaska Airlines is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 3 miles from the center of Phoenix, PHX can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Phoenix to Portland International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels have you covered:
80% of flights leaving Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport land at their destination as planned. With its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when flying out of PHX.
PHX's address is 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
You can book a direct Phoenix to Portland International Airport (PDX) plane ticket with departures from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Work out whether leaving from AZA works best for your plans.
Take a direct flight from Phoenix to PDX with Allegiant Air. This is one of the leading airlines that operates this route out of AZA.
On the AZA to PDX route, Allegiant Air is the favorite choice for most passengers.
AZA is about 20 miles from central Phoenix. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport the day before your Phoenix to PDX flight:
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 82% of flights leaving here arrive right on target.
The address for AZA is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Portland International Airport (PDX)
Book a hotel near PDX if you have a late flight from Phoenix to Portland International Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Phoenix to Portland International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
PDX is located at 7000 NE Airport Way.
Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland
Portland International Airport is about 6 miles from central Portland. The time it takes to get to the center by car rental or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Traveling by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Portland International Airport (PDX)
Right now, $57 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Portland International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $89. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Phoenix to PDX. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Portland International Airport (PDX)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Portland. July is when most people book flights from Phoenix to Portland International Airport (PDX), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Phoenix to PDX plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Portland, with temperatures ranging from 54ºF to 88ºF.
January sees temperatures of between 28ºF and 50ºF. Search for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Portland International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Portland
After booking your flight from Phoenix to Portland International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Portland:
Portland Japanese Garden and Peninsula Park Rose Garden are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Portland must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Portland, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 140 miles north to Seattle to tick off its must-visit sights. From Space Needle to Pike Place Market and Seattle Skyline, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 120 miles north of Portland, Tacoma is another favorite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to LeMay - America's Car Museum, Chihuly Bridge of Glass and Point Defiance Park.