Traveling from Washington DC to Portland International Airport (PDX): What you need to know
Your adventure begins at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Explore the options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Portland International Airport (PDX) setting off from either of these bases.
Expect to be in the air for 5 hours 50 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Washington DC to Portland International Airport flight.
Portland is three hours behind Washington DC. Portland International Airport is located in Portland, which follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Portland International Airport (PDX) is the most popular route, with 7 direct services every week. Get from DCA to PDX on Alaska Airlines's 5:10pm flight.
To ensure you catch your flight from Washington DC to PDX, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
You can hop on a direct flight from Washington DC to Portland International Airport (PDX) leaving from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA).
When leaving from DCA, you can take a direct flight from Washington DC to Portland International Airport with Alaska Airlines.
The airline most travelers choose when flying between DCA and PDX is Alaska Airlines.
With 79.66% of its services arriving as scheduled, Alaska Airlines is the top on-time carrier on this route.
Traveling from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometers in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Portland International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% land on time at their destination.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Consider starting your journey from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). You can book a direct Washington DC to Portland International Airport (PDX) plane ticket with departures from this hub.
Board your direct flight from Washington DC to PDX with United Airlines. This is one of the top carriers operating this route out of IAD.
United Airlines takes the lead in bookings on the IAD to PDX route.
The most reliable carrier is United Airlines. Its Washington Dulles International Airport to Portland International Airport flights land as scheduled 77.78% of the time.
You can get to IAD from the center of Washington DC in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 56 kilometers or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to PDX flight:
74.39% of flights taking off from Washington Dulles International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Avoid the hassle of switching planes from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Direct flights from Washington DC to Portland International Airport are available from here.
Take off from BWI with Southwest Airlines. This well-known airline offers direct Washington DC to PDX plane tickets.
Southwest Airlines ranks first in bookings for flights from BWI to PDX.
From the center of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometers away. It takes roughly 50 minutes to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Washington DC to Portland International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights reach their destinations within the expected time frame. At BWI, that figure is 77.13%.
About Portland International Airport (PDX)
Reserve a hotel close to PDX if you have a late flight from Washington DC to Portland International Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Portland International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Portland's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Washington DC to Portland International Airport flight.
PDX is located at 7000 NE Airport Way.
Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland
Portland International Airport to the center of Portland is around 10 kilometers. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Traveling by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Portland International Airport (PDX)
At the moment, $96 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Portland International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $220. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to PDX. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Portland International Airport (PDX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Washington DC to Portland International Airport (PDX). Plan your visit to Portland in May for a more low-key escape.
When booking your Washington DC to PDX plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Portland, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Portland International Airport in December when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Portland
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Portland right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Portland International Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Portland Japanese Garden, Voodoo Doughnut and Great Northwest are attractions you won't want to skip in Portland.
Explore more of the United States
Portland is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometers north of Portland, a trip to Seattle will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Pike Place Market, Space Needle and Seattle Skyline.
Around 193 kilometers north of Portland, Tacoma is another favorite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at LeMay - America's Car Museum, Chihuly Bridge of Glass and Point Defiance Park.