Travelling from Albany Airport (ALB) to Portland Airport (PDX): what you need to know
Portland's timezone is UTC-8, making Portland three hours behind Albany.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ALB to PDX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Albany Airport to Portland Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ALB and PDX:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Chicago Midway Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Albany Airport (ALB) to Portland Airport (PDX)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Albany Airport to Portland Airport flight is 160 €. A return plane ticket right now is 305 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ALB to PDX. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Albany Airport to Portland Airport.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Albany Airport to Portland Airport.
Handy information about Albany Airport (ALB)
ALB is located at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
76% of flights departing from Albany Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Albany Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Albany. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Albany Airport to Portland Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to ALB:
Arriving at Portland Airport (PDX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Albany Airport to Portland Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PDX instead:
Pick up a Portland Airport rental car and discover Portland and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Budget and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Portland Airport about one week before your trip.
When to fly to Portland Airport (PDX)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Albany Airport to Portland Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Portland. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Portland is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Albany Airport to Portland Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ALB to PDX in January. Average temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Portland. Around 241 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Space Needle, Pike Place Market and Seattle Skyline.
If you want to check out another great destination in the United States, consider Spokane, roughly 467 kilometres north-east of Portland. Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes are key reasons to visit.