Travelling from Nairobi to Portland International Airport (PDX): What you need to know
Nairobi is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Nairobi to Portland International Airport (PDX) taking off from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
The timezone in Portland is UTC-7, which is ten hours behind Nairobi. Portland International Airport is located in Portland.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Nairobi to PDX. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Nairobi to PDX departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Nairobi to Portland International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of the departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% land on schedule at their destination.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
WIL is around 3 kilometres from central Nairobi. It takes 15 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to PDX flight:
About Portland International Airport (PDX)
Book a hotel close to PDX if you're catching a late flight from Nairobi to Portland International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Grab a Portland International Airport rental car and discover Portland and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Budget and Hertz are top providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride around one week ahead of your Nairobi to Portland International Airport flight.
The address for PDX is 7000 NE Airport Way.
Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland
Central Portland is around 10 kilometres from Portland International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Portland International Airport (PDX)
At the moment, R 10,312 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Portland International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 20,323. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Nairobi to PDX if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Nairobi to Portland International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Nairobi to Portland International Airport by using the search 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 Nairobi to Portland International Airport (PDX)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Nairobi to Portland International Airport (PDX). July is the most popular month to visit Portland. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in May.
Before locking in your Nairobi to PDX plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Portland, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Portland International Airport in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Portland
After booking your flight from Nairobi to Portland International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Portland:
Your visit to Portland wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include Portland Japanese Garden, Voodoo Doughnut and Great Northwest.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Portland, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel around 225 kilometres north to Seattle to check off its leading attractions. From Pike Place Market to Space Needle and Seattle Skyline, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in the United States, head for Tacoma, about 193 kilometres north of Portland. LeMay - America's Car Museum, Chihuly Bridge of Glass and Point Defiance Park are among its highlights.
