Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Portland International Airport (PDX): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Portland is UTC-7, which is three hours behind Detroit.
Every week, there are 11 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as soon as possible, take the 08:25 Delta Air Lines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 20:45 with Delta Air Lines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your DTW to PDX flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Delta Air Lines has direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Portland — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Delta Air Lines.
Among carriers operating DTW to PDX flights, Delta Air Lines has the best track record for timely arrivals.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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. Worthwhile stopovers between DTW and PDX include:
Chicago Midway International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Portland International Airport (PDX)
$81 is the best price for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $161. These prices can change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from DTW to PDX, reserve your trip six months before your departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland International Airport.
Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
75.1% of flights that leave from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 32 kilometers from central Detroit. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near DTW? If you've booked an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Portland International Airport (PDX)
If you're landing on a late Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near PDX:
Pick up a Portland International Airport rental car and discover Portland and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Budget and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Portland International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
From Portland International Airport, Portland is approximately 19 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center driving.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Portland International Airport (PDX)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Portland. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Portland, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DTW to PDX in December. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Seattle is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Portland. Around 241 kilometers away to the north, its top attractions include Greyhound: Bus Station, LMN Architects and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab.
If you're ready to explore another corner of United States, consider Spokane, about 467 kilometers north-east of Portland. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are highlights.
