Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Portland International Airport (PDX): what you need to know
Portland's timezone is UTC-7, making Portland 18 hours behind Melbourne.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your MEL to PDX flight.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Portland International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MEL and PDX:
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Portland International Airport (PDX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Portland International Airport flight is R 9,582. A return ticket right now is R 15,861. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MEL to PDX, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Portland International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MEL to PDX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Portland International Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a journey time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near MEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Portland International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Portland International Airport (PDX)
If you're coming in on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Portland International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near PDX:
Hit the road running by picking up a Portland International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Portland's main sights.
Booking your ride from Portland International Airport around one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland
The street address for PDX is 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland International Airport to central Portland has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Portland International Airport (PDX)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Portland International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Portland. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Portland is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Portland International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MEL to PDX in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Seattle is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Portland. Around 241 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Greyhound: Bus Station, LMN Architects and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab.
Around 467 kilometres north-east of Portland, Spokane is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.