Flying from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Portland International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours.
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-4, which is three hours ahead of Portland.
Each week, there are seven Portland International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flights. If you want to take off as early as possible, pick the 09:27 Alaska Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 09:50 with Alaska Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your PDX to DCA flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Flying into Washington DC (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy with Alaska Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Portland International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Alaska Airlines on this route.
Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering PDX to DCA flights. An impressive 80.0% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Portland International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between PDX and DCA include:
Chicago Midway International Airport
Des Moines International Airport
John Glenn Columbus International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
At the moment, $85 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Portland International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $215. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from PDX to DCA.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Portland International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
PDX's address is 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 83.65% of flights that depart PDX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Portland to Portland International Airport is around 19 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near PDX. Whether you have an early flight from Portland International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
If you're coming in on a late Portland International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near DCA:
Hit the road running by picking up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and explore beyond Washington DC's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Ronald Reagan National Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Ronald Reagan National Airport is roughly 8 kilometers from the center of Washington DC. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
February is the busiest month for flights from Portland International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Washington DC in May.
Lock in your flight from Portland International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport for July if you'd like to visit Washington DC during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PDX to DCA around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Washington DC has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometers north-east of Washington DC, a visit to New York will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in United States, head for Philadelphia, roughly 193 kilometers north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are highlights.