Flying from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Portland Airport (PDX): what you need to know
The timezone in Portland is UTC-8, which is two hours behind Memphis.
To ensure you get on your MEM to PDX flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as October? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Memphis International Airport to Portland Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between MEM and PDX include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
Salt Lake City Airport
Handy information about Memphis International Airport (MEM)
MEM's address is 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
77% of flights leaving from Memphis International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Memphis International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Memphis. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MEM? If you're boarding an early flight from Memphis International Airport to Portland Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Portland Airport (PDX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Memphis International Airport to Portland Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near PDX instead:
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Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Portland Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Portland Airport (PDX) to central Portland
The street address for PDX is 7000 NE Airport Way.
From Portland Airport, Portland is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Portland Airport (PDX)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Memphis International Airport to Portland Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Portland. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Memphis International Airport to Portland Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Portland, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 31ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MEM to PDX sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Portland has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres north of Portland, a visit to Seattle will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Space Needle, Pike Place Market and Seattle Skyline.
Around 467 kilometres north-east of Portland, Spokane is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.
