Travelling from Ottawa to Portland International Airport (PDX): What you need to know
Ottawa's main base, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Ottawa to Portland International Airport (PDX).
Portland International Airport is located in Portland. The city follows the UTC-7 timezone and is three hours behind Ottawa.
Your flight from Ottawa to PDX won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Located around 24 kms (15 miles) from the centre of Ottawa, YND can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Ottawa to Portland International Airport? Stay somewhere close to Ottawa Gatineau Airport, such as Meilleure Auberge. Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport will also have you moments from the terminal.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You can get to YOW from the centre of Ottawa in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to travel the 13 kms (8 miles) or so.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport the day before your Ottawa to PDX flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 58.21%.
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
About Portland International Airport (PDX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa to Portland International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PDX instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Portland International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Budget or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Portland and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving 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 about 6 miles from Portland International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Portland International Airport (PDX)
£158 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Portland International Airport. A return flight starts at £309. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Ottawa to PDX if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Cheap Ottawa to Portland International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ottawa to Portland International Airport.
The best time to fly from Ottawa to Portland International Airport (PDX)
May is the quietest month for flights from Ottawa to Portland International Airport (PDX), while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Portland based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book an Ottawa to PDX plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Portland to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
December sees temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Portland International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Portland
Start your Portland trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Portland International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Portland Japanese Garden and Voodoo Doughnut are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Portland must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Great Northwest.
Explore more of the United States
Portland has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 225 kms (140 miles) north of Portland, a visit to Seattle will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Pike Place Market, Space Needle and Seattle Skyline.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in the United States, head for Tacoma, about 193 kms (120 miles) north of Portland. LeMay - America's Car Museum, Chihuly Bridge of Glass and Point Defiance Park are the start of reasons to visit.
