Travelling from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): what you need to know
The timezone in Edmonton is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of Portland.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your PDX to YEG flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Portland International Airport to Edmonton International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between PDX and YEG:
Vancouver International Airport
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Calgary International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Right now, ج.م. 7,963 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Portland International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 12,980. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from PDX to YEG. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Portland International Airport to Edmonton International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Portland International Airport to Edmonton International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure 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 solid on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from PDX land at their destination as scheduled 83.65% of the time.
Central Portland to Portland International 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 cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near PDX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Portland International Airport to Edmonton International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
If you're getting in on a late Portland International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near YEG:
Pick up an Edmonton International Airport rental car and explore Edmonton and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Alamo and Hertz are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Edmonton International Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
From Edmonton International Airport, Edmonton is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Portland International Airport to Edmonton International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Edmonton in May.
Book your flight from Portland International Airport to Edmonton International Airport for July if you want to explore Edmonton during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 25ºC.
February has average temperatures of between -25ºC and 0ºC. Look for cheap tickets from PDX to YEG sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Edmonton, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Journey around 274 kilometres south to Calgary to check off its popular sights. From Calgary Tower to Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 483 kilometres east of Edmonton, Saskatoon is another essential stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Wanuskewin Heritage Park, Remai Modern and Meewasin valley centre.