Flying from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Tucson International Airport (TUS): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Portland International Airport to Tucson International Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Flights from PDX to TUS start from 08:48 — the first with Alaska Airlines. The last departure is at 19:24 with Alaska Airlines. In total, you can choose from five weekly Portland International Airport to Tucson International Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your PDX to TUS flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Alaska Airlines is your gateway to exploring Tucson (and maybe even some other great parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Portland International Airport to Tucson International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most passengers choose to fly with Alaska Airlines on this route.
Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates PDX to TUS flights, with 79.05% of its services arriving on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Portland International Airport to Tucson International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between PDX and TUS:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
R 1,459 is the best price for a one-way Portland International Airport to Tucson International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 2,811. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from PDX to TUS, book your trip eight months ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Portland International Airport to Tucson International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from PDX to TUS by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Portland International Airport to Tucson International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from PDX arrive at their destination as scheduled 83.65% of the time.
Portland International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Portland. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to PDX? If you're catching an early flight from Portland International Airport to Tucson International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Tucson International Airport (TUS)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Portland International Airport to Tucson International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TUS instead:
Pick up a Tucson International Airport rental car and discover Tucson and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Tucson International Airport around three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Tucson International Airport (TUS) to central Tucson
You'll find TUS at 7005 South Plumer Ave..
Tucson International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Tucson. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 3 hours 5 minutes.
When to fly to Tucson International Airport (TUS)
October is the most popular month for flights from Portland International Airport to Tucson International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Tucson in May.
When reserving your flight from Portland International Airport to Tucson International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Tucson, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PDX to TUS in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Phoenix is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Tucson. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park.
El Paso is another favourite destination in United States and is around 434 kilometres east of Tucson. No journey is complete without a visit to Franklin Mountains State Park, Wyler Aerial Tramway and Chamizal National Memorial.
