Traveling from Portland Airport (PWM) to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX): what you need to know
Phoenix's timezone is UTC-7, making Phoenix two hours behind Portland.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your PWM to PHX flight.
If you're taking off during a public holiday or other peak periods, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Portland Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between PWM and PHX include:
Denver International Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
Handy information about Portland Airport (PWM)
PWM's address is 1001 Westbrook Street.
79% of flights that leave from Portland Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Portland Airport from central Portland, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a journey time of about 30 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to PWM? If you've booked an early flight from Portland Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PHX if you have a late Portland Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Dollar or Thrifty and explore beyond Phoenix's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport around one week before your travel date.
When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX)
April is the most popular month for flights from Portland Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Phoenix in March.
The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 45ºC (113ºF). Book your flights from Portland Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PWM to PHX in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Phoenix. Around 483 kilometers away to the west, its top attractions include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in the United States, consider Las Vegas, about 418 kilometers north-west of Phoenix. Ciudad del Pecado o Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio are key highlights.