Portland International Airport (PDX) — Terminals, Lounges & Travel Tips
Portland, OR, United States · PDX
Terminal Guide
| Terminal | Airlines |
|---|---|
| Concourse A (International & Alaska domestic) | Alaska Airlines, Delta international, Condor, Japan Airlines |
| Concourse C (domestic) | American, Hawaiian, Frontier, Sun Country |
| Concourse D & E (domestic) | United, Southwest, Spirit |
Getting There — Ground Transportation
- MAX Red Line: Light rail from the PDX terminal (inside the airport) to Downtown Portland (Pioneer Courthouse Sq) in ~38 min for $2.80. Runs 5 am–midnight.
- Rideshare: Uber/Lyft from the Cell Phone Lot or designated pickup area outside baggage claim.
- Taxi: Metered; expect $35–50 to downtown Portland or the Pearl District.
- TriMet Bus: Several TriMet routes connect PDX to surrounding neighborhoods for $2.80.
- Car Rental: On-site rental facility a short walk from baggage claim.
Airport Lounge Directory
| Lounge | Location | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska Airlines Lounge | Concourse C | Alaska MVPG 75K, first class on Alaska, Priority Pass (limited) |
| United Club | Concourse E | United Club membership, United MileagePlus Club card |
| Delta Sky Club | Concourse A | Delta Sky Club membership, Amex Platinum/Reserve (limited visits) |
Pro Tips for PDX Travelers
- The MAX Red Line from PDX is one of the best airport rail experiences in the US — easy, cheap, reliable.
- PDX is famous for its local food and beverage concessions — Powell's Books, Stumptown Coffee, and local Oregon brands are all inside security.
- The major terminal expansion (Moda Center) is ongoing 2023–2026; expect some temporary disruptions and construction noise.
- Alaska has a strong presence at PDX with dozens of nonstop routes; if you're connecting west or south, Alaska is often the best option.
- Oregon sales tax is 0%, making duty-free and retail purchases slightly better value than at other US airports.
- The Rose Garden parking lot (off-site) is the cheapest long-term option; a free shuttle runs to the terminal.
- Portland's rainy season (October–May) rarely causes flight delays, but low cloud ceilings occasionally require instrument approaches.
Know Before You Land — PDX Checklist
Review these before your flight so you hit the ground running at Portland.
- Portland International Airport operates from a single terminal — no terminal confusion, but check your concourse letter for gate location.
- No direct rail link — rideshare is the most flexible option. Uber/Lyft from the Cell Phone Lot or designated pickup area outside baggage claim.
- Renting a car? On-site rental facility a short walk from baggage claim.
- Priority Pass accepted at Alaska Airlines Lounge — verify your card's visit policy before traveling.
- Amex Platinum/Centurion holders: Delta Sky Club (Concourse A).
- Alaska Airlines hub: expect higher flight frequency and stronger upgrade/standby availability for Alaska Airlines elite members.
- PDX is famous for its local food and beverage concessions — Powell's Books, Stumptown Coffee, and local Oregon brands are all inside security.