Flying from Columbus to Portland International Airport (PDX): What you need to know
The timezone in Portland is UTC-8, which is three hours behind Columbus. Portland International Airport is located in Portland.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Columbus to PDX.
Flying during a peak time like July? High seasons (like Christmas/New Year and spring break) can easily add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
The journey from central Columbus to CMH takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 77% of flights complete their journey on time.
CMH's address is 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
You can arrive at LCK from central Columbus in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 23 kilometres or so.
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Rickenbacker International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 75%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
About Portland International Airport (PDX)
Have a late flight from Columbus to Portland International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near PDX and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Columbus to Portland International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland
Portland International Airport to central Portland is around 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It takes around 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Portland International Airport (PDX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Portland International Airport is 140 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 247 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Columbus to PDX, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to Portland International Airport (PDX)
December is the quietest month for flights from Columbus to Portland International Airport (PDX), while July is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Portland based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Columbus to PDX plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Portland to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Columbus to Portland International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Portland
After booking your flight from Columbus to Portland International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Portland:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland are must-visits when exploring Portland.
Explore more of the United States
Portland is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres north of Portland, a trip to Seattle will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Space Needle, Pike Place Market and Seattle Skyline.
Tacoma is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 193 kilometres north of Portland. No trip is complete without a visit to LeMay - America's Car Museum, Chihuly Bridge of Glass and Point Defiance Park.