Travelling from Vancouver to Portland International Airport (PDX): What you need to know
When searching for your flight from Vancouver to Portland International Airport (PDX), there's a good selection of airports to start your journey from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are Vancouver's major terminals.
1 hour 15 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Vancouver to Portland International Airport flight.
Portland International Airport is located in Portland. The city's timezone is UTC-7 — the same as Vancouver.
With 36 direct flights a week between the two airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Portland International Airport (PDX) is the busiest route. Air Canada operates the earliest flight at 8:15am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from YVR to PDX is with Air Canada at 9:40pm.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Vancouver to PDX.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Vancouver to Portland International Airport (PDX) operate out of this terminal.
When leaving from YVR, you can catch a direct flight from Vancouver to Portland International Airport with Air Canada.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between YVR and PDX is Air Canada.
The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is Air Canada. Its services arrive as planned 71.22% of the time.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Vancouver International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Portland International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of the departures from Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Vancouver to PDX flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From central Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so on public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Vancouver to Portland International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Abbotsford Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance record of YXX is 67.97%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Portland International Airport (PDX)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Portland International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near PDX instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Portland International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Budget or Hertz and venture far and wide through Portland and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around one week before your Vancouver to Portland International Airport flight.
The address for PDX is 7000 NE Airport Way.
Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland
Central Portland is around 10 kilometres from Portland International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Portland International Airport (PDX)
$105 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Portland International Airport. A return flight starts from $205. These prices can change based on availability.
Get cheap flights from Vancouver to PDX by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Portland International Airport (PDX)
July is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Portland International Airport (PDX). Visit Portland in May if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Before locking in your Vancouver to PDX flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Portland, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Portland International Airport in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Portland
Start your Portland trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Portland International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Portland Japanese Garden, Voodoo Doughnut and Great Northwest are essential stops on your Portland itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Portland, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel around 225 kilometres north to Seattle to tick off its popular sights. From Pike Place Market to Space Needle and Seattle Skyline, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 193 kilometres north of Portland, Tacoma is another essential 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.