Flying from Ottawa to Portland International Airport (PDX): What you need to know
The timezone in Portland is UTC-8, which is three hours behind Ottawa. Portland International Airport is located in Portland.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Ottawa to PDX. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Located around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
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58% of flights that leave from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
YOW's address is 50 Airport Road.
About Portland International Airport (PDX)
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Travel at your own pace with a Portland International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Budget or Hertz and venture far and wide through Portland and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Ottawa to Portland International Airport flight.
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland
Central Portland is roughly 10 kms (6 miles) from Portland International Airport. Travel times by taxi or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Portland International Airport (PDX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Portland International Airport is £160. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £290. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Ottawa to PDX, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Portland International Airport (PDX)
May is the busiest month for flights from Ottawa to Portland International Airport (PDX). Visit Portland in January for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Portland is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 31ºC. Book your Ottawa to PDX plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Portland International Airport in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about Portland
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All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Portland Japanese Garden, Great Northwest and Peninsula Park Rose Garden are essential stops on your Portland itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Portland has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 225 kms (140 miles) north of Portland, a visit to Seattle will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Space Needle, Pike Place Market and Seattle Skyline.
If you want to check out another major stop in the United States, head for Tacoma, roughly 193 kms (120 miles) north of Portland. LeMay - America's Car Museum, Chihuly Bridge of Glass and Point Defiance Park are key highlights.
