Flying from Charleston Airport (CHS) to Portland Airport (PDX): what you need to know
The timezone in Portland is UTC-8, which is three hours behind Charleston.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your CHS to PDX flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charleston Airport to Portland Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CHS and PDX:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Denver International Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
Handy information about Charleston Airport (CHS)
When it comes to Charleston Airport's on-time performance, 79% of flights complete their journey on time.
Charleston Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Charleston. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near CHS? If you're boarding an early flight from Charleston Airport to Portland Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Portland Airport (PDX)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PDX if you're catching a late Charleston Airport to Portland Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Portland Airport rental car and discover Portland and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Budget and Hertz are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Portland Airport about one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to Portland Airport (PDX)
The quietest month for a flight from Charleston Airport to Portland Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Portland based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Portland is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Charleston Airport to Portland Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CHS to PDX around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Portland is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometres north of Portland, a visit to Seattle will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Space Needle, Pike Place Market and Seattle Skyline.
Around 467 kilometres north-east of Portland, Spokane is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.