Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Portland International Airport (PDX): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Portland International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 6 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Portland is UTC-7, which is three hours behind New York.
Choose from 21 weekly John F. Kennedy International Airport to Portland International Airport flights. The 08:30 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest available. Delta Air Lines operates the last service of the day at 20:30.
To ensure you catch your JFK to PDX flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Portland (and then exploring more of United States!) is a breeze with Alaska Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Portland International Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Alaska Airlines.
The most punctual carrier that offers JFK to PDX flights is Alaska Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 79.66% of the time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Portland International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between JFK and PDX include:
John Glenn Columbus International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Portland International Airport (PDX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Portland International Airport flight is $128. A round-trip ticket is currently $257. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from JFK to PDX by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Portland International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from JFK to PDX.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Portland International Airport.
Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Of the departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on time at their destination.
To get to John F. Kennedy International Airport from central New York, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near JFK. Whether you're taking an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Portland International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Portland International Airport (PDX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a John F. Kennedy International Airport to Portland International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PDX instead:
Pick up a Portland International Airport rental car and explore Portland and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Budget and Hertz are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Portland International Airport about one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland
PDX is located at 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland International Airport is approximately 19 kilometers from central Portland. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Portland International Airport (PDX)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Portland International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Portland. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Portland is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Portland International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JFK to PDX in December. Temperatures average 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 discovered once you've seen the sights of Portland. Around 241 kilometers away to the north, top sights here include Greyhound: Bus Station, LMN Architects and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in United States, head for Spokane, about 467 kilometers north-east of Portland. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are key reasons to visit.