Flying from Medellin to Portland International Airport (PDX): What you need to know
Portland is three hours behind Medellin. Portland International Airport is located in Portland, which runs on the UTC-8 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Medellin to PDX. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Medellin
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE)
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to visit a new place or just have a break during your journey. When searching for a cheap flight from Medellin to PDX, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is one option when you're setting off from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport (MDE).
MDE is about 32 kilometres from central Medellin. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Medellin to Portland International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
On public transport, you can travel from central Medellin to EOH in about 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 5 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Medellin to PDX flight? Check in to a hotel near Medellin Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Portland International Airport (PDX)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Medellin to Portland International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PDX instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Medellin to Portland International Airport flight.
The street address for PDX is 7000 NE Airport Way.
Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland
Central Portland is roughly 10 kilometres from Portland International Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Medellin to Portland International Airport (PDX)
R 6,679 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Medellin to Portland International Airport. A return flight starts from R 11,265. These prices may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Medellin to PDX, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Medellin to Portland International Airport (PDX)
July is the busiest month for flights from Medellin to Portland International Airport (PDX). Visit Portland in December for a quieter experience.
When booking your Medellin to PDX plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Portland, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Medellin to Portland International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Portland
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Portland right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Medellin to Portland International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland are top attractions which should feature on any good Portland itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Portland, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey around 225 kilometres north to Seattle to check off its must-visit sights. From Space Needle to Pike Place Market and Seattle Skyline, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 193 kilometres north of Portland, Tacoma is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at LeMay - America's Car Museum, Chihuly Bridge of Glass and Point Defiance Park.
