Travelling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Portland International Airport (PDX): what you need to know
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Portland International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between GLA and PDX:
Keflavik International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Portland International Airport (PDX)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Portland International Airport is £420. The cheapest price for a return flight is £573. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from GLA to PDX, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Portland International Airport.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Glasgow International Airport to Portland International Airport.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport is about 9 miles from central Glasgow. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 33 minutes.
After a handy hotel close to GLA? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Portland International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Portland International Airport (PDX)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Glasgow International Airport to Portland International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PDX instead:
Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland
Portland International Airport to central Portland is around 19 minutes by car. It's approximately 12 miles away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Portland International Airport (PDX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Portland International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Portland in May.
Before locking in your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Portland International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Portland, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 31ºC.
December has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from GLA to PDX sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Portland
Start your Portland trip right by finding a fantastic stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from GLA to PDX, browse our accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion are must-do's during your Portland adventure.
Complete your Portland trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Portland International Airport, browse our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Portland stay.