Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Portland International Airport (PDX): what you need to know
Portland's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Portland three hours behind Durham.
To ensure you get on your RDU to PDX flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Portland International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between RDU and PDX:
Denver International Airport
Kansas City International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Portland International Airport (PDX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Portland International Airport flight is £86. A return fare is currently £189. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from RDU to PDX. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Portland International Airport.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from RDU to PDX.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Portland International Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that depart RDU arrive at their destination without delay.
To reach Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Portland International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to RDU:
Arriving at Portland International Airport (PDX)
Book a hotel near PDX if you have a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Portland International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a Portland International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Budget or Hertz and find adventure across Portland and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Portland International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland
PDX is located at 7000 NE Airport Way.
From Portland International Airport, Portland is approximately 12 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Portland International Airport (PDX)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Portland International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Portland based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Portland is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Portland International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from RDU to PDX in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Portland, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Journey around 150 miles north to Seattle to tick off its leading attractions. From Greyhound: Bus Station to LMN Architects and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in United States, consider Spokane, about 290 miles north-east of Portland. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are key highlights.
