Flying from Grand Junction Airport (GJT) to Portland Airport (PDX): what you need to know
The timezone in Portland is UTC-8, which is one hour behind Grand Junction.
Your GJT to PDX flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Grand Junction Airport to Portland Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between GJT and PDX include:
Denver International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Grand Junction Airport (GJT) to Portland Airport (PDX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Grand Junction Airport to Portland Airport flight is £185. A return plane ticket right now is £254. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from GJT to PDX, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Grand Junction Airport to Portland Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from GJT to PDX by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Grand Junction Airport to Portland Airport.
Handy information about Grand Junction Airport (GJT)
GJT's address is 2828 Walker Field Road, Suite 211.
Grand Junction Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from GJT touch down on schedule 84% of the time.
Grand Junction Airport is about 11 kms (7 miles) from central Grand Junction. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Grand Junction Airport to Portland Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near GJT:
Arriving at Portland Airport (PDX)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Grand Junction Airport to Portland Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PDX instead:
Pick up a Portland Airport rental car and discover Portland and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Budget and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Portland Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Portland Airport (PDX) to central Portland
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
From Portland Airport, Portland is approximately 19 kms (12 miles) away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Portland Airport (PDX)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Grand Junction Airport to Portland Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Portland. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Grand Junction Airport to Portland Airport for August if you'd like to visit Portland during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 31ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from GJT to PDX around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Portland has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. About 241 kms (150 miles) north of Portland, a trip to Seattle will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Space Needle, Pike Place Market and Seattle Skyline.
Spokane is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 467 kms (290 miles) north-east of Portland. No trip is complete without seeing Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.
