--- iata: PDX name: Portland International Airport city: Portland country: United States lastUpdated: '2026-09-01' officialWebsite: 'https://www.flypdx.com/' sources: - 'https://www.flypdx.com/' - 'https://www.flypdx.com/GroundTransportation' - 'https://www.flypdx.com/Parking' - 'https://www.flypdx.com/TravelTips' - 'https://escapelounges.com/us/airport-lounges/portland/' - 'https://www.alaskaair.com/content/airport-lounge/location-and-hours' - 'https://trimet.org/schedules/maxredline.htm' - >- https://pdx.eater.com/23810747/best-portland-international-airport-pdx-food-restaurants-bars-guide - >- https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/airport-lounges/2190696-escape-lounge-portland-oregon-pdx-now-open.html - 'https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portland_International_Airport' quickFacts: - >- Single main terminal with four concourses (B/C south, D/E north); all gates reachable from either security checkpoint via open connector - >- Alaska Airlines hub; strong Delta/United presence plus international to AMS, LHR, FRA, YVR and Mexico - >- Street pricing policy keeps food/drink at city rates; heavy local Oregon brands - >- New mass-timber main terminal (phase 1 2024) with living plants, art, and iconic carpet returns - MAX Red Line light rail stops at terminal; ~40 min/$2.80 to downtown - >- ~18.5M annual passengers; consistently top-ranked US airport for traveler experience bentoTips: - label: Timing title: Hit PreCheck before 4pm and avoid 7-9am peaks detail: >- B/C checkpoint closes 10pm-3am; D/E is 24/7. Check live waits on flypdx.com before leaving. summary: >- General lines average 10-20 min but hit 30+ early mornings; PreCheck/CLEAR stay under 10. category: timing - label: Terminal title: Use the checkpoint nearest your gates then connector detail: >- Far gates (B ends or E12+) are 10-15 min walks; moving walkways help but plan for luggage. summary: >- South (B/C) or North (D/E) checkpoints both work for all gates once airside. category: terminal - label: Food title: 'Skip chains—hit Grassa, Screen Door or Deschutes' detail: >- Grassa pasta (north hall), Screen Door chicken & waffles (B), Deschutes brewpub (D) are standouts; Blue Star Donuts for breakfast. summary: Local spots charge street prices and beat most US airports for quality. category: food - label: Status title: Escape Lounge is the Priority Pass winner here detail: >- Pre-book PP or walk-up ~$30; Amex Plat/Delta Reserve free on qualifying flights. Alaska's new lounge is strong for AS flyers. summary: 'Named Global Lounge of the Year; showers, local food, open late.' category: status lounges: - name: Escape Lounge hours: '04:30-00:00' access: - Priority Pass (pre-book recommended) - Amex Platinum - Delta SkyMiles Reserve (Delta flight) - Day pass/walk-up from $30 bestFor: - Priority Pass holders - Long layovers - Work - Showers summary: >- Best lounge at PDX by far—spacious, fresh chef food, local beers/wine, showers; forums call it a standout over airline clubs. verdict: worth-it terminal: Concourse D amenities: - Showers - Hot local food - Full bar - Workspaces - Fast Wi-Fi - Family area - name: Alaska Lounge hours: '04:30-22:30' access: - Alaska Lounge/Lounge+ membership - Eligible First Class/oneworld - 'Day pass ~$60-65 (space available, same-day AS/partner flight)' bestFor: - Alaska flyers - Work - PNW vibe summary: >- Brand-new larger space with Pacific Northwest design and solid local F&B; big upgrade over the old C/B lounges. verdict: worth-it terminal: South Hall Mezzanine amenities: - Local craft beer/wine - Hot food - Fireplace - Views - Quiet seating - Espresso - name: Delta Sky Club hours: '04:15-00:00' access: - Delta Sky Club membership - Delta 360/Medallion (select) - Amex Plat/Reserve (with restrictions) - No day passes bestFor: - Delta elites - Short rests summary: >- Small but functional; fine if you have access, otherwise Escape is better and often available via Reserve card. verdict: depends terminal: Concourse D amenities: - Snacks - Bar - Wi-Fi - Seating - name: United Club hours: '04:30-19:30' access: - United Club membership - Star Alliance Gold (select) - 'One-time pass $59 (same-day UA/Star flight, 3-hr window)' bestFor: - United/Star Gold - Quick drink summary: >- Compact and basic; closes early and gets mixed reviews—use only if convenient or no better option. verdict: depends terminal: Concourse E amenities: - Snacks - Bar - Wi-Fi waterOptions: - kind: refill name: Water refill stations zone: airside summary: >- Portland's excellent tap water; free filtered stations everywhere post-security—bring an empty bottle. location: >- Multiple airside near restrooms and gates (e.g. Concourse C Level 2 x4, D Level 2 x3, near Gate D11, B Level 1) terminal: All concourses isBestValue: true isBestQuality: true - kind: purchase name: Any concession (street pricing) zone: airside price: $2 for standard bottle summary: PDX enforces street pricing so water stays cheap unlike most US airports. location: >- Hudson or local markets near security exits or food courts (e.g. near Grassa north hall or C food court) terminal: Main terminal / concourses - kind: free name: Drinking fountains / refill stations zone: landside summary: >- Free Portland water available before security if you need it immediately on arrival. location: Landside near baggage claim and ticketing; also pre-security restrooms terminal: Main terminal - kind: purchase name: Blue Star Donuts / coffee kiosks zone: airside price: ~$2-3 summary: Convenient grab with coffee or donuts; still street-priced. location: Blue Star Donuts kiosk in north hall between D/E terminal: North Hall airportistScore: 8.3 slug: pdx region: North America --- > Markdown for [/airports/pdx](/airports/pdx). Append `.md` to any page URL (or send `Accept: text/markdown`) for an agent-readable copy. - [HTML page](/airports/pdx) - [Lounge directory](/airports/pdx/lounges.md) - [Sitemap](/sitemap.md) # Portland International Airport (PDX) Portland, United States · North America PDX delivers outstanding local food, easy rail access and a beautiful new terminal, with the main tradeoff being longer walks during residual construction and peak-hour security lines. ## Airportist Score **8.3 / 10** - Comfort: 8.5 - Navigation: 7.8 - Food: 9.2 - Transport: 8.7 - Disruption resilience: 7.9 ## At a glance - Passengers: 18.5M - Terminals: 1 main terminal with 4 concourses (B C D E) - Typical security: 15 min - On-time: 85% - Disruption: normal ## Best for - Local food and drink at street prices - Easy affordable rail to city - Alaska hub connections - Relaxed midsize vibe with great design ## Watch out for - Long walks from far B or E gates (10-15 min) - Morning security peaks 7-9am - Baggage claim construction detours - United Club early close and basic offering ## More intel - [Lounge directory](/airports/pdx/lounges.md) (free) - [Getting there](/airports/pdx/getting-there.md) (free) - [Amenities](/airports/pdx/amenities.md) - [Traveler tips](/airports/pdx/tips.md) - [Water](/airports/pdx/water.md) - [Full guide](/airports/pdx/guide.md) - [Disruptions](/airports/pdx/disruptions.md) - [Reviews](/airports/pdx/reviews.md)