Flying from Portland Airport (PDX) to Madrid Airport (MAD): what you need to know
Madrid is nine hours ahead of Portland and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your PDX to MAD flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Portland Airport to Madrid Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between PDX and MAD include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland Airport (PDX) to Madrid Airport (MAD)
R 4,609 is the best price for a one-way Portland Airport to Madrid Airport flight. Return flights start at R 11,377. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from PDX to MAD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Portland Airport to Madrid Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from PDX to MAD is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Portland Airport to Madrid Airport.
Handy information about Portland Airport (PDX)
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 83% of flights that take off from PDX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Portland to Portland Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near PDX? If you're boarding an early flight from Portland Airport to Madrid Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Madrid Airport (MAD)
If you're arriving on a late Portland Airport to Madrid Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MAD:
Pick up a Madrid Airport rental car and explore Madrid and beyond with your own wheels. Record Go, Goldcar and Click and Rent are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Madrid Airport about one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Madrid Airport (MAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Portland Airport to Madrid Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Madrid based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Portland Airport to Madrid Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Madrid, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PDX to MAD sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Madrid, now it's time to discover other corners of Spain. Travel about 274 kilometres north-east to Zaragoza to tick off its must-visit sights. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another side of Spain, head for Salamanca, roughly 177 kilometres west of Madrid. Catedral de Salamanca, Salamanca, Casco Historico and Plaza Mayor are key reasons to visit.