Flying from Minneapolis to Portland International Airport (PDX): What you need to know
Your next big escape starts at Minneapolis's main airport, Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP). Explore your options for reserving a flight from Minneapolis to Portland International Airport (PDX) departing from this base.
3 hours 45 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Minneapolis to Portland International Airport flight.
The timezone in Portland is UTC-8, which is two hours behind Minneapolis. Portland International Airport is located in Portland.
With 33 direct flights a week between the two airports, Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Portland International Airport (PDX) is the busiest route. Sun Country Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last departure from MSP to PDX is with Delta Air Lines at 9:55pm.
To ensure you get on your flight from Minneapolis to PDX, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more travellers during busy periods like March, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Fourth of July.
Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
Take the express route from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP). Direct flights from Minneapolis to Portland International Airport (PDX) operate from here.
You'll have your pick of airlines that operate direct flights from Minneapolis to Portland International Airport leaving from MSP. Get on board with any of these:
The most frequently booked airline between MSP and PDX is Delta.
Among carriers on this route, Alaska Airlines has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Located around 18 kms (11 miles) from central Minneapolis, MSP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis to Portland International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
About Portland International Airport (PDX)
Book a hotel near PDX if you're catching a late flight from Minneapolis to Portland International Airport. Select one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Travel at your own speed with a Portland International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Budget or Hertz and experience more of Portland and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Minneapolis to Portland International Airport flight.
The street address for PDX is 7000 NE Airport Way.
Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland
Portland International Airport to the centre of Portland is around 10 kms (6 miles). If you're renting a car or taking a taxi, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Portland International Airport (PDX)
£57 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Portland International Airport. A return flight starts at £119. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Minneapolis to PDX, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Minneapolis to Portland International Airport (PDX)
May is when most people book flights from Minneapolis to Portland International Airport (PDX). Visit Portland in January if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Portland is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 31ºC. Book your Minneapolis to PDX plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Minneapolis to Portland International Airport in December when temperatures are between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about Portland
Once you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Portland International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Portland:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Portland Japanese Garden, Great Northwest and Peninsula Park Rose Garden are top sights which should feature on any good Portland itinerary.
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 225 kms (140 miles) away to the north, top sights here include Space Needle, Pike Place Market and Seattle Skyline.
Tacoma is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 193 kms (120 miles) north of Portland. No trip is complete without experiencing LeMay - America's Car Museum, Chihuly Bridge of Glass and Point Defiance Park.
