Portland International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 24m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Portland International Airport
Portland International Airport is a joint civil–military airport and the largest airport in the U.S. state of Oregon, accounting for 90% of the state's passenger air travel and more than 95% of its air cargo. It is within Portland's city limits just south of the Columbia River in Multnomah County, 6 miles by air and 12 mi (19 km) by highway northeast of downtown Portland. Portland International Airport is often referred to by its IATA airport code, PDX. The airport covers 3,000 acres of land.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KPDXNOTAMs
KPDXReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10R / 28L | 11,000 ft / 3,353 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 10L / 28R▸ displaced | 9,825 ft / 2,995 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 3 / 21 | 6,000 ft / 1,829 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (10)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ACP | 939 ARW COMD POST | 124.350 MHz |
| APP | APP | 118.100 MHz |
| APP | APP | 129.920 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 120.625 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 120.125 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 118.100 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| OPS | ANG BASE OPS | 128.050 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.700 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
PDX Airport has a new main terminal, shorter exit lanes, and provides wheelchair assistance.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 16 of 44 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PORTLAND INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4000 ft MSL |
| PORTLAND INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1800 ft MSL | 4000 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: NW (from about 315°), on 14% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 69% | -1,244 ft | |
| Feb | 70% | -1,302 ft | |
| Mar | 81% | -910 ft | |
| Apr | 87% | -617 ft | |
| May | 88% | -184 ft | |
| Jun | 89% | 141 ft | |
| Jul | 91% | 542 ft | |
| Aug | 90% | 606 ft | |
| Sep | 83% | 277 ft | |
| Oct | 80% | -390 ft | |
| Nov | 70% | -955 ft | |
| Dec | 66% | -1,182 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,302–606 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| KPTX-TV | 1,053 ft | 1,027 ft | — |
| KINK-FM;KGW-TV | 991 ft | 1,083 ft | — |
| KATU-TV | 951 ft | 958 ft | — |
| KCNR-AM;KCNR-FM;KMHD-FM | 630 ft | 1,024 ft | — |
| KLLB-FM | 574 ft | 1,001 ft | — |
| KOIN-TV | 574 ft | 997 ft | — |
| Wells Fargo Center | 548 ft | 95 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 535 ft | 102 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Portland International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Portland International Airport?
The ICAO code for Portland International Airport is KPDX, and its IATA code is PDX.
Where is Portland International Airport located?
Portland International Airport is large airport located in Portland, United States, at an elevation of 31 ft (9 m).
How many runways does Portland International Airport have?
Portland International Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 11,000 ft / 3,353 m.
Which airlines fly to Portland International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Portland International Airport include Air Canada, Air France, AirTran Airways, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, among 16 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Portland International Airport?
Historical data lists 57 nonstop destinations from Portland International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Portland International Airport in?
Portland International Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Portland International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Portland International Airport is approximately 14.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Portland International Airport?
The nearest airport to Portland International Airport is Pearson Field (KVUO), about 3.1 nm to the nw, followed by Evergreen North-South Airpark and Fly For Fun Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Portland International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.