Travelling from Portland Airport (PDX) to Calgary Airport (YYC): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Portland Airport to Calgary Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
Calgary is one hour ahead of Portland and follows the UTC-7 timezone.
Take your pick of three weekly Portland Airport to Calgary Airport flights. The 13:45 departure with WestJet is the earliest you can take. WestJet operates the last service of the day at 13:45.
Your PDX to YYC flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
WestJet offers direct flights from Portland Airport to Calgary Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Calgary — and maybe even more of Canada if your schedule allows.
WestJet is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Portland Airport to Calgary Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PDX and YYC:
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland Airport (PDX) to Calgary Airport (YYC)
Right now, ج.م. 4,672 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Portland Airport to Calgary Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 10,925. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from PDX to YYC by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Portland Airport to Calgary Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Landing cheap flights from PDX to YYC is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Portland Airport to Calgary Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Portland Airport (PDX)
PDX is located at 7000 NE Airport Way.
83% of flights leaving Portland Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from PDX.
Portland Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Portland. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Portland Airport to Calgary Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near PDX:
Arriving at Calgary Airport (YYC)
If you're getting in on a late Portland Airport to Calgary Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near YYC:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Calgary Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Calgary's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Calgary Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
When to fly to Calgary Airport (YYC)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Portland Airport to Calgary Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Calgary. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in November.
When reserving your flight from Portland Airport to Calgary Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Calgary, with the temperature ranging from 8ºC to 26ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PDX to YYC in February. Temperatures average between -22ºC and 3ºC then.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Calgary. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Rogers Place, Citadel Theatre and Muttart Conservatory.
Around 402 kilometres west of Calgary, Kelowna is another essential stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Okanagan Lake, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park.
