Travelling from Chicago to Portland International Jetport Airport (PWM): What you need to know
The first chapter of your trip begins at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore the options for booking a flight from Chicago to Portland International Jetport Airport (PWM) setting off from either of these.
Around 2 hours 30 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Chicago to Portland International Jetport Airport flight.
The timezone in Portland is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Chicago. Portland International Jetport Airport is located in Portland.
The most popular route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Portland International Jetport Airport (PWM), with 23 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from ORD to PWM is the 7:10am United Airlines service. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 7:10pm with American Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to PWM, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
In high season, expect extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Get to your destination in one go from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Nonstop flights from Chicago to Portland International Jetport Airport (PWM) operate from here.
United Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Chicago to Portland International Jetport Airport jetting out of ORD.
United Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from ORD to PWM.
The top on-time carrier on this route is United Airlines. Its services land as planned 77.48% of the time.
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
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Of the departures from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Looking to fly out of Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)? Direct Chicago to Portland International Jetport Airport (PWM) flight tickets are available from this popular hub.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Chicago to PWM leaving from MDW. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and arrive at your destination in a single hop.
On the MDW to PWM route, Southwest Airlines is the top airline in terms of bookings.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
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Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 77.88%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive on schedule.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
RFD is around 137 kilometres from central Chicago. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 15 minutes.
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Flights departing from RFD make it to their destination on schedule 76.19% of the time.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Portland International Jetport Airport (PWM)
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The street address for PWM is 1001 Westbrook Street.
Getting from Portland International Jetport Airport (PWM) to central Portland
Portland International Jetport Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Portland. How long it takes to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling on public transport takes around 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Portland International Jetport Airport (PWM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Portland International Jetport Airport is ₹ 8,145. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 16,268. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to PWM if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Portland International Jetport Airport (PWM)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Portland. August is when most people book flights from Chicago to Portland International Jetport Airport (PWM), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Book a Chicago to PWM flight ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Portland to range from 14ºC to 25ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -10ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Portland International Jetport Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Portland
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Portland International Jetport Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Portland:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Old Port, New England EcoAdventures - Portland, ME Boat Tours and Peaks Island are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Portland itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Boston is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Portland. Around 153 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Quincy Market.
Around 193 kilometres south-west of Portland, Worcester is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Worcester Art Museum, Redemption Rock Brewing and Union Station.
