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Portland Airport, Portland, USA - Oregon
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates

Compact
Ford Focus or similar
Ford Focus
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Thrifty
$41.99 per day
Intermediate
Toyota Corolla or similar
Toyota Corolla
  • 5
  • 1
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Budget
$62.20 per day
Mini Van
Chrysler Pacifica or similar
Chrysler Pacifica
  • 7
  • 4
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Alamo
$86.81 per day
Standard
Volkswagen Jetta or similar
Volkswagen Jetta
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Enterprise
$94.72 per day

Most Popular Car Rental Deals

Full-size
Chevrolet Malibu or similar
Chevrolet Malibu
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
National
$100.59 per day
Premium SUV
Premium (BMW X1) or similar
Premium (BMW X1)
  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
SIXT
$142.18 per day
Economy
Chevrolet Spark or similar
Chevrolet Spark
  • 4
  • 2
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Thrifty
$62.54 per day
Luxury
Chrysler 300 or similar
Chrysler 300
  • 5
  • 2
  • 2
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Budget
$81.46 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 3:54 PM on 10/11/24. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.

Travel Information

Languages
English
Currency
USD
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+1
Average car rental price
$84 per day
Average car rental length
10 days
Speed limit within town
40 km/h or 25 mph
Speed limit out of town
88 - 112 km/h or 55 - 70 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gas price
$1.11 per liter or $4.20 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.01 per liter or $3.82 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.29 per liter or $4.88 per gallon
Portland Airport

Airport travel guide

Known for its green areas, many artists, and high quality of living, Portland is one of the most interesting cities in the Pacific Northwest. Very few places are as culturally busy, and that’s not to mention the beautiful nature of Oregon that’s within easy reach of the city. Here are three suggestions for your trip:

  • Oregon Museum of Science and Industry. About to celebrate its 80th birthday in 2024, the OMSI is one of the most notable museums of its kind in the Pacific Northwest. Interactive and family-friendly, it has a planetarium, a turbine hall, and famous exhibits like the original USS Blueback submarine (and that’s not to mention Theory Eater, the on-site restaurant). Visit the museum’s official website to learn more.
  • Tom McCall Waterfront Park. Located in downtown Portland alongside the Willamette River, this is one of the nicest green areas in Portland. In addition to being popular for outdoor activities, it is also the home of various landmarks such as the Founders’ Stone, the Japanese American Historical Plaza, and the Salmon Street Springs fountain. 
  • Portland Art Museum. Not just one of the oldest and largest, it is also one of the most relevant art museums across the United States. With a diverse collection, it has sections dedicated to indigenous art, artists of the Pacific Northwest, and Asian art, but also works by world-famous creators like van Gogh, Renoir, and Rothko. The museum also frequently hosts various rotating exhibitions and events. Visit its official website to learn more.

Top international routes

  • Vancouver
  • Amsterdam
  • Tokyo
  • Guadalajara
  • Reykjavik
  • Calgary

Main airlines

Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Horizon Air, United Airlines, and Delta Air Lines

Terminals

Concourses A, B, and C are located in South Terminal, while Concourses E and F are in North Terminal. The South and North Terminals are divisions of one large building, and you can easily walk between them.

Location

Portland Airport is about 12 miles (19 km) northeast of Downtown Portland. You can reach it via I-205 and I-84. It serves the greater area including Vancouver (Washington), Bend, Columbia River Gorge towns, and Salem.

Most popular types of rental car

  • Convertibles - from $95 per day
  • Large cars - from $43 per day
  • Medium cars - from $42 per day
  • Vans - from $71 per day
  • Premium cars - from $67 per day
  • Small cars - from $63 per day
  • SUVs - from $51 per day

Car rental desks

The rental car pickup and dropoff location changed in November 2021. The Rental Car Center is now a short walk from the baggage claim. When returning your car, follow the signs on the lower level of the roadway.

Services and facilities

You’ll find a variety of restaurants, fast food outlets, bars, and coffee shops, as well as all kinds of shops. Since the state of Oregon has no sales tax, basically all the stores in Portland Airport are duty free. You’ll also find ATMs, two currency exchanges, an on-site hotel, a children’s play area, baby changing rooms, a spa, a massage salon, a pharmacy, and a barber shop. The airport hosts frequent art exhibitions and live music shows. There’s a left luggage service near carousel 10, which is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. The facilities at Portland Airport are well equipped for travelers with reduced mobility. Special assistance and wheelchairs are also offered, but make sure to contact your airline in advance if you’d like this service.

In 2024, the city is bringing back the iconic #PDXcarpet, an abstract green, blue, and purple pattern that was slowly stripped away as renovations took place. Soon, you’ll be able to enjoy this world-famous pattern and snap a photo of your feet as you pad through the new terminal.

Nearest gas station

There is a 7Eleven at the airport, but keep in mind that its prices are significantly higher than those of other stations in the area. A Shell station located at the exit before the airport from I-205 (when coming from Downtown Portland is a viable alternative and will likely save you money).

Popular one-way rentals

  • Seattle (174 mi / 280 km)
  • San Francisco (649 mi / 1,044 km)
  • Vancouver (316 mi / 508 km)
  • Los Angeles (978 / 1,574 km)
  • Phoenix (1,264 mi / 2,034 km)
  • Boise (428 mi / 689 km)
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Airport info

Rating
8.6
  • Getting to the airport 8.9
  • Check-in and departures 8.8
  • Terminal facilities 8.6
  • Wi-Fi 8.4
  • Restaurants and car rental services 8.5
  • Lounge 8.5

Portland Airport (PDX)

  • IATA: PDX
  • ICAO: KPDX
  • Name: Portland Airport (PDX)
  • Distance from city: 4 miles / 6.4 km

Top 5 locations near Portland Airport

  1. 28.3 km / 17.6 miles away
  2. 170.3 km / 105.8 miles away
  3. 186.9 km / 116.1 miles away
  4. 358.8 km / 222.9 miles away
  5. 387.9 km / 241 miles away

Map of Car Rental Locations

When are car rental prices the lowest at Portland Airport?

The cost of renting a car at Portland Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Average rental costs per day at Portland Airport
$69.01
January
$30.79
February
$62.78
March
$48.06
April
$47.89
May
$81.21
June
$86.09
July
$50.39
August
$52.53
September
$50.46
October
$49.11
November
$48.31
December
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Portland Airport is February — when rental costs average $30.79 per day. This is 45% cheaper than the yearly average and 64% cheaper than renting a car in July (when prices average $86.09 per day).

This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Portland Airport?

How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in August the average rental period is 13 days, while in February, the average rental period is only 3 days.
Average number of rental days at Portland Airport
5
January
3
February
8
March
4
April
11
May
12
June
9
July
13
August
10
September
9
October
6
November
5
December

What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Portland Airport?

Based on how many users search for a car in at Portland Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in August, while they are least likely to rent in in January.
Monthly searches at Portland Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
24%
January
83%
February
59%
March
107%
April
154%
May
119%
June
131%
July
178%
August
166%
September
83%
October
48%
November
48%
December

Car rental information

Popular suppliers Thrifty, SIXT, Hertz, Payless, Budget
Popular car categories SUVs, Large cars, Medium cars, Small cars
Lowest price $42 per day
Cheapest supplier Thrifty

Most popular car models of rental suppliers

Rental Supplier Model Doors Luggage Type
Thrifty Nissan Rogue 5 3 SUVs
Thrifty Ford Focus 4 2 Medium cars
Thrifty Volkswagen Jetta 4 2 Large cars
Thrifty Ford Focus 3 2 Medium cars
Thrifty Chevrolet Equinox 4 3 SUVs
Thrifty Mazda 3 5 3 Large cars
SIXT Compact (Nissan Versa) 4 1 Medium cars
Hertz Nissan Rogue 5 3 SUVs
Thrifty Chevrolet Malibu 4 2 Large cars
Payless Toyota Corolla Sedan 4 2 Large cars

Car Rental Statistics

Highest-rated company
Thrifty
8.3 / 10
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Lowest-rated company
Payless
7.5 / 10
Total rental companies
9
Average daily price
$84.07
Lowest daily price
$41.99
Total cars available
612

Top 9 suppliers at Portland Airport in 2024

Thrifty
Very good 8.3 / 12 reviews
+15035287900
7240 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR 97218, USA
$42 - $150
Working hours
Mon:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Alamo
Good 7.8 / 6 reviews
8443660497
7240 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR 97218, USA
$87 - $236
Working hours
Mon:05:30-23:59; 00:00-02:00
Tue:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Wed:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Thu:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Fri:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Sat:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Sun:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
SIXT
Good 7.8 / 2 reviews
+18887498227
7240 Ne Airport Way
$119 - $219
Working hours
Mon:00:00-01:00; 07:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-01:00; 07:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-01:00; 07:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-01:00; 07:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-01:00; 07:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-01:00; 07:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-01:00; 07:00-23:59
Enterprise
Enterprise
Good 7.8 / 1 review
+18443660498
7240 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR 97218, USA
$90 - $245
Working hours
Mon:05:30-23:59; 00:00-02:00
Tue:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Wed:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Thu:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Fri:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Sat:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Sun:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Hertz
Hertz
Good 7.7 / 2 reviews
+15035287900
9475 NE Airport Way #5, Portland, OR 97220, USA
Working hours
Mon:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Budget
Budget
Good 7.7 / 1 review
+15032496331 / +19713193041
7240 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR 97218
$62 - $155
Working hours
Mon:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Dollar
Dollar
Good 7.7
+15032494792
7000 Ne Airport Way
Working hours
Mon:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-01:00; 06:00-23:59
National
National
Good 7.6
+18443660499
7240 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR 97218, USA
$91 - $247
Working hours
Mon:05:30-23:59; 00:00-02:00
Tue:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Wed:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Thu:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Fri:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Sat:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Sun:00:00-02:00; 05:30-23:59
Payless
Payless
Good 7.5 / 2 reviews
9713231327
7240 Ne Airport Way
Working hours
Mon:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-01:00; 05:00-23:59
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