Flying from Melbourne to Portland International Airport (PDX): What you need to know
The timezone in Portland is UTC-8, which is 19 hours behind Melbourne. Portland International Airport is located in Portland.
To ensure you catch your flight from Melbourne to PDX, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Melbourne to PDX that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between MEL and PDX include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Honolulu International Airport (HNL)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Portland International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
63% of flights that depart Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is about 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Kick back before your Melbourne to PDX flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can jump out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
When it comes to flight punctuality, Avalon Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
About Portland International Airport (PDX)
Consider booking a hotel close to PDX if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Portland International Airport. Choose one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Melbourne to Portland International Airport flight.
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland
Portland International Airport to the centre of Portland is about 10 kilometres. If you're taking a taxi or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Portland International Airport (PDX)
₹ 54,261 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Portland International Airport. Return flights start at ₹ 88,768. These prices may change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to PDX if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Cheap Melbourne to Portland International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Melbourne to PDX is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when prices go down.
Find an affordable flight from Melbourne to Portland International Airport by using filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Portland International Airport (PDX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Portland International Airport (PDX). Plan your visit to Portland in December for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Portland is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your Melbourne to PDX plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Portland International Airport in January when temperatures are between -2ºC and 10ºC.
More about Portland
Start your Portland trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Portland International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Your Portland trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Portland, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel about 225 kilometres north to Seattle to tick off its leading attractions. From Space Needle to Pike Place Market and Seattle Skyline, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Tacoma is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 193 kilometres north of Portland. No trip is complete without seeing LeMay - America's Car Museum, Chihuly Bridge of Glass and Point Defiance Park.
