Travelling from Portland Airport (PDX) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Portland Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport.
Detroit's timezone is UTC-5, making Detroit three hours ahead of Portland.
Every week, there are eight Portland Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, select the 11:20 Delta Air Lines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 23:11 with Delta Air Lines.
Your PDX to DTW flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Delta is your gateway to exploring Detroit (and maybe even some other great parts of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Portland Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Delta.
With 75.44% of services arriving as planned, Delta is the most punctual carrier offering PDX to DTW flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Portland Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PDX and DTW include:
Denver International Airport
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
Grand Rapids Airport
Handy information about Portland Airport (PDX)
The address for PDX is 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 83% of flights that take off from PDX reach their destination on time.
To reach Portland Airport from central Portland, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kms (12 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near PDX? If you've booked an early flight from Portland Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
If you have a late Portland Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near DTW:
Pick up a Detroit Wayne County Airport rental car and discover Detroit and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Budget and Hertz are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Detroit Wayne County Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
July is the most popular month for flights from Portland Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Detroit in March.
When reserving your flight from Portland Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Detroit, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PDX to DTW in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
Detroit has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 386 kms (240 miles) west of Detroit, a visit to Chicago will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Around 257 kms (160 miles) south of Detroit, Columbus is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
