Portland International Airport (PDX)

Overview

Close to 15 million passengers pass through Portland International Airport each year. It is the busiest airport in Oregon and accepts flights from across the United States and Canada. There is also one intercontinental flight to and from Amsterdam.

Portland International Airport doesn't offer too many passenger amenities and there are often traffic jams en route to the airport. It is best to allow some extra time when picking up or dropping off passengers. A laptop or tablet device is recommended for those passengers spending a couple of hours in the airport.

Location

The airport is sited 9 miles (14km) from downtown Portland.

Getting to the city

Portland's MAX light rail system serves the airport, connecting to the heart of the city, for a fare of around $2 and travelling time of around 40 minutes. Trains run every 15 minutes between 4.30 a.m. and midnight. All transportation pick ups are located in the central area of the airport terminal's lower roadway on the baggage claim and departure level.

Time

GMT –8 (GMT 7 from March to November).

Contacts

Tel: Toll free 1 877 739 4636 or (503) 460 4234.

Car rental

The Car Rental Centre on the first floor of the parking garage has Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise and Hertz offices. Alamo/National and Thrifty have kiosks outside the CRC.

Airport Taxis

The airport is also served by taxis and limos, although these may need to be ordered by telephone. Taxi rates are regulated and the fare to downtown should be $25. Reputable providers include Broadway Cab Company (Tel: (503) 227 1234) and Green Cab (Tel: (503) 252 442).

Facilities

The airport has several ATMs, a currency exchange bureau, and a shopping mall called the 'Oregon Market', which includes restaurants, coffee bars and a pub. There is also a postal service, information desks and a state-of-the-art conference centre.

Parking

Portland International offers ample parking options, including long-term and economy, in close proximity to the terminal building with a direct connection to the I-205 highway. Valet parking costs $10 per hour or $30 per day. Short-term parking starts at $3 per hour and costs $24 per day. Long-term parking costs $16 per day and economy parking is just $10 per day.

Departure Tax

None.

Website

www.flypdx.com

Airlines

Flights to Portland International Airport can be booked on a number of airlines including Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Continental, Delta, Frontier, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue, Southwest, Spirit, United, and US Airways.

Internet

Free wi-fi is available throughout most of the airport.

Business Lounges

Workstations, computer kiosks, copy and fax services are all available at the PDX Conference Centre.

Portland International Airport Taxis: the taxi fares above are intended as a guideline only.